jonhapimp Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 (edited) Technologizer has learned that rumors surrounding the fourth generation Zune model are indeed true, and Microsoft’s music player would be getting a high-definition upgrade sometime in the fall, most likely in September or October. Sources close to the Zune team indicate that Engadget’s shots of the marketing materials are indeed authentic, but are fairly tight lipped on exactly what the player may have.What we do know is this: the size of the device is set to come in smaller than the iPod touch (although we believe in size, not in thickness). Capacities should be competitive with that of the iPod touch, and like the touch, it would sport a touchscreen interface. The old click wheel would be replaced with a single-button as the pictures show. We’re still trying to source out more information on it, but we do know with a good deal of confidence that this information is correct — these sources have accurately called the launches and specs of two previous launches (see my stores at Betanews: here and here). it's real :):):):):) :) pics from engadget source:http://technologizer.com/2009/04/10/confirmed-zune-hd-is-fourth-generation-model/ Edited April 11, 2009 by jonhapimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-T- Member Posted April 11, 2009 Member Share Posted April 11, 2009 Worldwide release of this one perhaps? If it fails to sell, they can get the monopolies commission on apple this time :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluezz Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Lack of the usual zune pad suggests touch screen perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonhapimp Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 from what they say it's touchscreen and there is only one button below the screen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybz Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 If this is really true, thats a hit for Microsoft! Touch is what everybody is looking these days and Me. I've read a lot, but its all rumors here and there... I can't wait for some concrete info on how the next generation Zune will look and what new features will bring. I really hope its touch so I can get my fingers on it. So these are pics of the 4th generation and not the 3rd, am I right? So we'll could expect this in what, 2011? But if its touch... you can start imaging the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkmanx21 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Dude. Sign me up. I already think the Zune Software is awesome along with the player. Now with this..if in HD..game over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonhapimp Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 If this is really true, thats a hit for Microsoft! Touch is what everybody is looking these days and Me. I've read a lot, but its all rumors here and there... I can't wait for some concrete info on how the next generation Zune will look and what new features will bring. I really hope its touch so I can get my fingers on it. So these are pics of the 4th generation and not the 3rd, am I right? So we'll could expect this in what, 2011?But if its touch... you can start imaging the price. microsoft already confirmed it if you read the op it's expected this in fall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanManIt Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'm really interested to see how this does. I saw this pics earlier today too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Live Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Nice. I wouldn't mind upgrading from my Zune 30/Zen Vision:M if they throw in xvid/divx support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadishTM Veteran Posted April 11, 2009 Veteran Share Posted April 11, 2009 The HD incentive is enough for me to move over from the iPod, and it looks sleek! :) Radish? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Veteran Posted April 11, 2009 Veteran Share Posted April 11, 2009 (edited) The only way it will kill the iPod touch is if it has 1) stellar software, 2) an app store of some sort, and 3) DirectX. That would get the developers on side with Microsoft, which would get good games on the app store, which would pull in users. That splash of color seems familiar as well... Edited April 11, 2009 by Mr. Andrews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironsight2000 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 if its has a 120gb HDD or 80GB SSD im sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xerxes Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks very nice :) if it's released worldwide and is reasonably priced I might get one when it's time to upgrade from my Gen 1 Touch :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macalicious Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'd purchase it - but too bad Microsoft refuses to support Mac OS X. I guess they don't want people to purchase their product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonhapimp Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'd purchase it - but too bad Microsoft refuses to support Mac OS X. I guess they don't want people to purchase their product. well they must not be losing alot of money since of the market share osx has but i know alot of people who want a zune but have osx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neoxphuse Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Ready to move my 80GIG for this touch, of course I would have to review it and what not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macalicious Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 well they must not be losing alot of money since of the market share osx has but i know alot of people who want a zune but have osx True, but it does prove they don't care about customers - just their own. Then there is also the small matter of not it being available in overseas markets like New Zealand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NienorGT Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Would be nice if it could be running a modded WinMo 6.5 with Windows Market Place to face off the iTouch. If it's only a normal PMP it won't have any specials benefits to it against the PMP-PDA-Game console that the iTouch is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNGTV Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Would be nice if it could be running a modded WinMo 6.5 with Windows Market Place to face off the iTouch.If it's only a normal PMP it won't have any specials benefits to it against the PMP-PDA-Game console that the iTouch is. The Zune HD is most probably running a phoneless, super souped up and optimized version of Windows Mobile (6.7++/7) compatible build. One site quoted the Zune HD having quite some of 7's features, and the App store/App compatibility is stupid to ignore, so it'll have a lot of common ground with the WVGA Winmo 7 phones I think. Now I can see better what LG was thinking when they signed up for 50 Winmo phones. 7 must be quite impressive from closed demos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DigitalE Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 ooh... That looks really nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Explore Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 The Zune HD is most probably running a phoneless, super souped up and optimized version of Windows Mobile (6.7++/7) compatible build.One site quoted the Zune HD having quite some of 7's features, and the App store/App compatibility is stupid to ignore, so it'll have a lot of common ground with the WVGA Winmo 7 phones I think. Now I can see better what LG was thinking when they signed up for 50 Winmo phones. 7 must be quite impressive from closed demos. Zune OS is not a optimized version of Windows Mobile. It is a optimized version of Windows Embedded, which is also what WIndows Mobile is also made out of but there OS's are not the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Decryptor Veteran Posted April 11, 2009 Veteran Share Posted April 11, 2009 The only way it will kill the iPod touch is if it has 1) stellar software, 2) an app store of some sort, and 3) DirectX. That would get the developers on side with Microsoft, which would get good games on the app store, which would pull in users.That splash of color seems familiar as well... I don't think DirectX support will do much, since Windows Mobile already supports DirectX, and Apple are only a couple of percentage points behind them in market share this soon after the iPhone release (compared to how long WM has been around) OpenGL support could help since that would make WM devices compatible with the standard that everybody else is using. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spenser.d Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks pretty slick. I'll be keeping an eye on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Techno_Funky Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Wohooo!! Looks Sexhay!!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayepecks Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks very nice. I was considering getting an iPod Touch, but I can wait and see how this is :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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