Bargain: 15% off a Microsoft Zune HD [US]

(3 replies) #1 Chasethebase on 14 Sep 2009 - 10:33

Hey, at least you're using a different image for the articles referring to the Zune HD now, the other image looked awful.

Great discount!

#1.1 cakesy on 15 Sep 2009 - 02:03

Not as excited about the Zune after reading this article:

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09...he_zune_hd.html

Now, I don't believe everything it says in that article, it is from a pro-apple website after all. I still think the oled screen will be amazing, just as with the new Sony walkmans. But I am worried about the processor, it does seem to be built up on hype.

Tegra's ARM11/integrated graphics = 35 fps in Quake III.
Pandora's Coretex-A8 with SGX GPU core =40-60 fps.

It does seem to be underpowered. Maybe this is why the 3gs can output 1080p, while the Zune hd only delivers 720p?

#1.2 zagor on 15 Sep 2009 - 06:35

cakesy said,

Not as excited about the Zune after reading this article:

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09...he_zune_hd.html

Now, I don't believe everything it says in that article, it is from a pro-apple website after all. I still think the oled screen will be amazing, just as with the new Sony walkmans. But I am worried about the processor, it does seem to be built up on hype.

Tegra's ARM11/integrated graphics = 35 fps in Quake III.
Pandora's Coretex-A8 with SGX GPU core =40-60 fps.

It does seem to be underpowered. Maybe this is why the 3gs can output 1080p, while the Zune hd only delivers 720p?

3gs does not output 1080p. I have one in my hand and it is not ouputting 1080p. What it is doing is just down-conversion..

And I have checked that article. The author is just simply misleading people.

#1.3 cakesy on 15 Sep 2009 - 09:27

zagor said,

cakesy said,

Not as excited about the Zune after reading this article:

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/09...he_zune_hd.html

Now, I don't believe everything it says in that article, it is from a pro-apple website after all. I still think the oled screen will be amazing, just as with the new Sony walkmans. But I am worried about the processor, it does seem to be built up on hype.

Tegra's ARM11/integrated graphics = 35 fps in Quake III.
Pandora's Coretex-A8 with SGX GPU core =40-60 fps.

It does seem to be underpowered. Maybe this is why the 3gs can output 1080p, while the Zune hd only delivers 720p?

3gs does not output 1080p. I have one in my hand and it is not ouputting 1080p. What it is doing is just down-conversion..

And I have checked that article. The author is just simply misleading people.

Some of the stuff he says seems wrong, but you can't argue with it all, as you haven't.

And the chips in the 3gs allow it to output at 1080p, it is just not supported in the software...yes, if ever.

#2 The Real Alex on 14 Sep 2009 - 13:39

I am going to get mine via Zune Originals

(3 replies) #3 mrmomoman on 14 Sep 2009 - 14:26

I am getting one of these docking stations at Best Buy! I mean with the everyday low price of:

$525.00 how can I not grab a few?

Microsoft - Sync Dock for Select Zune MP3 Players - Black
Model: G9D-00001 | SKU: 9448216
Backordered: Usually leaves our warehouse within 1-2 weeks Estimate Arrival Time
Our Price:$525.00
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?sk...d=1218106121445

#3.1 Shadrack on 14 Sep 2009 - 15:53

It looks like it is only $49.99 on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Zune-G9D-00001-HD-Sy...52943455&sr=8-1

This is a steel compared to Apple's solution. The dock (that comes with NO cables what-so-ever, must supply your own usb Cable or w/e) is $49.99. If you want video out, the component cables (no HDMI option) cost another $49.99.

I tried to get by with some cheep Rocketfish iPod component cables for my iPhone ($40), no dice. When I plugged them into my iPhone I got the message that this accessory is not compatible.

#3.2 a1ien on 14 Sep 2009 - 17:58

Shadrack, that is not the same thing

#3.3 Shadrack on 14 Sep 2009 - 19:40

Must be two seperate Zune products WITH THE EXACT SAME MODEL NUMBER.

#4 neodorian on 14 Sep 2009 - 14:39

I really want one of these to replace my old stolen 30GB Gen1 Zune but I know in my heart that I will not use it much. I usually stream to my Pre or listen to podcasts when I'm on the road (which is increasingly less frequent these days). I really hope they have a phoneified version of this in the works because then I could theoretically justify it as a simple phone upgrade that maintains my commitment to electronic convergence.

(1 reply) #5 Brandon on 14 Sep 2009 - 14:42

I'm sorry, this isn't front page news. Dell has offers like this ALL OF THE TIME.

#5.1 babyHacker on 14 Sep 2009 - 15:18

Brandon said,

I'm sorry, this isn't front page news. Dell has offers like this ALL OF THE TIME.

And this reported here and Engadget yesterday has been available for a week or so. Better late than never but this has been going on for a while.

#6 Donenzone on 14 Sep 2009 - 16:40

Do they ship outside the US?

#7 john100 on 14 Sep 2009 - 17:07

It's a good deal. It's a bit un-news like, but certainly it's a nice deal.

In fact, I picked up the 32GB version of HD in the exact same deal on Saturday (2 days ago). In case anyone is interested, I originally found it at:
http://www.uberi.com

There are a lot of nice features for the Zune HD. I am a huge fan of OLED screens, which Zune uses. You gotta check them out (such as Sony's 11" OLED HDTV screen available at some Sony stores). Totally amazing.

#8 Ayepecks on 14 Sep 2009 - 18:05

Just ordered 32GB version. Wish it were all black, but getting ~$45 off > paying full price and getting it in a black option.

(1 reply) #9 lothodon on 14 Sep 2009 - 18:07

this is great and all, but all i want is the zune 4.0 software. anyone have a time frame for it's release?

#9.1 lothodon on 14 Sep 2009 - 18:35

nevermind, www.zune.net is now down for maintenance, soon i'm guessing to answer my own question.

#10 t0l4 on 14 Sep 2009 - 18:59

im just waiting for zuneoriginals to order a replacement for my 30gb 1g zune. im really excited for this one!

(1 reply) #11 MioTheGreat on 14 Sep 2009 - 19:55

This doesn't appear to be working.

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#11.1 sm1174 on 15 Sep 2009 - 05:48

I suppose the 15% off comes attached onto the shipping. I had pre-ordered my 32 GB at my local Best Buy & will be knocking at there door in the a.m. Very excited. I'm conteplating on purchasing a 16 GB also. My Mom-in-law has converted from Apple to Micro & would be a great gift for her 60th B-day.

#12 Peeyush on 15 Sep 2009 - 16:55

It seems, the pages have been removed

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