Can you download music from amazon or anywhere else with Zune? I'm thinking about buying my first mp3 player,and I like the look of the Zune(especially the pink one...I love pink).But I wondered if you can download songs from anywhere or do you have to download on a certain site?That's why I don't want an Ipod....and it's a little steep price wise for me right now.Thanks for reading my post,and thanks in advance for any and all replies. Can you download music from amazon or anywhere else with Zune? I'm thinking about buying my first mp3 player,and I like the look of the Zune(especially the pink one...I love pink).But I... » Read More Can you download music from amazon or anywhere else with Zune? I'm thinking about buying my first mp3 player,and I like the look of the Zune(especially the pink one...I love pink).But I wondered if you can download songs from anywhere or do you have to download on a certain site?That's why I don't want an Ipod....and it's a little steep price wise for me right now.Thanks for reading my post,and thanks in advance for any and all replies. « Show Less
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Thanks so much for your post.Yes,it was helpful,thank you.I've heard other good things about Zune too,so I'm seriously considering buying one.
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Heads up for you Faerie :)Zune's software runs better than the iTunes inmho..and its easy to use..Just once click, and you can sync it..be it on USB or wireless..I was using nano before and it took me long time to get used to the iTunes software..Get the Zune and love your player! :)
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Amazon's MP3 Downloads will play on any audio player. Zune offers music through its software (in a manner similar to Apple) which is in a mix of MP3 file types that will play on any player, and music formatted to play only on the Zune. This is, again, identical to how Apple operates iTunes - the difference is in what formats each company sells its specially formatted music. For what it's worth, I find the Zune plays music with a richer and fuller sound than iPod. You should also know that both the Zune and the iPod require that you use their software to sync music from your hard drive to the player.I hope this is helpful (and I hope you choose/chose the Zune)! Amazon's MP3 Downloads will play on any audio player. Zune offers music through its software (in a manner similar to Apple) which is in a mix of MP3 file types that will play on any player, and music formatted to play only on the Zune. This is, again, identical to how Apple operates iTunes - the difference is in what formats each company sells its specially formatted music. For what it's worth, I find the Zune plays music with a richer and fuller sound than iPod. You should also know that both the Zune and the iPod require that you use their software to sync music from your hard... » Read More Amazon's MP3 Downloads will play on any audio player. Zune offers music through its software (in a manner similar to Apple) which is in a mix of MP3 file types that will play on any player, and music formatted to play only on the Zune. This is, again, identical to how Apple operates iTunes - the difference is in what formats each company sells its specially formatted music. For what it's worth, I find the Zune plays music with a richer and fuller sound than iPod. You should also know that both the Zune and the iPod require that you use their software to sync music from your hard drive to the player.I hope this is helpful (and I hope you choose/chose the Zune)! « Show Less
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It absolutely perplexes me, when people come up with this bogus "why would I want a radio with a 250 dollar mp3 player". Well, some people like listening to the radio. For instance, I always listen to radio shows on stations such as rock/metal. They are nice to listen to on the way home, and at work, some reasonable human beings might really want to listen to their favorite radio show at work. All these USELESS features that ipod lovers glorify, all they do is clutter the device. Keep it simple, a higher quality ,MUSIC player is better than a device which tries to cram useless "stuff" to try to please everyone. Coverflow?????? someone tried saying ipod is superior because of coverflow????? That makes about as much sense as Mike Tyson teaching organic chemistry. Lets move on to the build and quality. Ipod classic has a cheaper sound chip. And if you look back to previouis generations, where zune and ipod had the same one, zune sounded better. Because, ipod has cheaper internal engeneering. Cheaper internal engeneering, and a cheaper soundchip, and you have a music player who does not focus on music, but darnit if it doesnt have all those amazing features. Zune has a stronger, more durable build, which sounds better. IT tends to focus on music. Screen size....they have the same resolution......SO if you have te same resolution screen, but zune is bigger.....I think most "rational" human beings would rather watch movies on the larger screen... Not to mention, ipod is just plain white menus. ANd that half screen menu thing, I dont know what they were thinking there? Zune has custom backgrounds, and a more pleasing interface. Thats all for now, Good day
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I am considering paying full price at Apple Store because I don't know how to appeal to Amazon if I have problems with the iTouch. Also since this is my first iPod I already have a high learning curve and don't need to be loading additional applications.Can anyone tell me about Amazon guarantees?
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You are welcome, and I should clarify a little bit. The zune subscription allows you to download any song you want to listen to and sync to your zune every month, and you get to keep 10 songs per month (you just "buy" them with your credits.) As long as you keep the subscription, those millions of songs you download to sync to your zune will be playable/syncable. The 10 songs you "buy" with your credits are yours to keep forever. :)
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Good Morning All music placed on the Sony has to uploaded from your PC. If the MP3 from Amazon can be downloaded on your PC, I see no reason why you can not place the MP3 file on the Sony. I have not used Amazon music, but I see no problem. I am not familar with the Coby, so unable to help you there. Enjoy the Sony!
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I have thousands of songs on my WMP 11, can't I just use that to sync? And if I have to "import" all of it to Zune's software, will it still be on my WMP too?
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Good point. I don't really see any huge differences between ipod and Zune except for the radio thing. I used to love to listening to the radio but when I bought my iPod I only listened to the morning shows because all the songs I wanted to listen to were on my iPod and I didn't have to get through commercials to listen to them. So I guess if you just absolutely need you a radio, get a zune. However, I'm not a fan of the Marketplace. The subscription service sucks. If you get rid of it all you songs go too. But if that's just what you're looking for then more power to you.
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Actually, you will get all that bio and background stuff. I just got my Zune HD. I haven't signed up for the Zune Pass yet. Currently, I have Rhapsody but will check out the Zune Marketplace before making the switch. All my MP3 files are either from Rhapsody, my own CDs, or Amazon downloads. All transfered to my Zune with no problems. I am able to get all that add'l information on the songs, albums, and artists if it's available.
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I have over 16GB of Amazon mp3 files installed on this very same Zune. You'll need to install the Zune software on your computer in order index and transfer your mp3 files to the player but this is a relatively painless process.
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I have never got music from Amazon but it doesn't matter the place were you buy it from. The music is the same. And to load it on this device is very easy.
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In my opinion the best thing about the Zune is the marketplace. You can subscribe and download a bunch of music for just the flat rate. Other than that they are pretty much the same. You can download stuff from limewire and add it to the Zune no problem just by linking where that program saves the files. The other problem with the zune is there are not alot of accessories for the product. That might change but if you go to the store the amount of products for Ipods especially if you want a radio that will be instantly compatible you have to go Ipod. I hate saying it because I'm now Zune all the way, I've even converted my wife to zune, but damn, every time I walk into the store I wish mine would be compatible with some of the boom boxes that are sold there. If you need any other info just let me know, I own a 80g Zune, an 8g and an old 30g. I know zunes.
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I can't believe the Zune would do that! Its beyond logic!! What they want you to do is have a portable device for your music but also have a non-portable copy?? The Sony syncs perfectly and the function is only 'addition'. If you want to delete, you have to delete from the player(but it has to be connected to your PC, you cannot delete from the player on its own). It also does not overwrite if you are trying to add a file that is already there. Once the player is connected to the PC and Windows Media Player is opened, there is a separate area where you drag the files that you want synced. I guess that is what prevents it from functioning like the Zune.
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Hi there,i'd like to buy a new 8GB mp3, but, i'm confused between the new ipod nano and zune. people say that the 3rd gen nano has a great battery life now, but, i'm discouraged from transferring my music files to itunes and changing the format (i've been using windows media. so, they're mostly in .wma)Is it true that Zune's software is crippled?being an experienced useer, would you recommend zune or nano? =)thanks a bunch!!
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I too had no luck with Rhapsody to go on the Sansa Fuze, after doing everything i could think of, firmware updates, installed windows updates, reinstalled Rhapsody, formatted my device. After too much frustration, i switched to Napster to go and it works perfectly. I like Rhapsody Unlimited but i need to be able to load my mp3 player up and i could never get Rhapsody to work at all with my mp3 Fuze. Rhapsody is best for those who want to listen online only, but Napster is best if you have an mp3 player you want to load up.
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I like WMP 11. The Zune software is basically the same, but with Zune Marketplace integrated. Nevertheless, I agree, the Microsoft Points system is quite silly. I mean, I know they have their reasons, but I think it would be easier for the average user to use plain dollars. I went ahead and subscribed to the Zune Pass option ($14.99 plus taxes I think) which lets you download all you want and synchronize to up to two Zune's. I've been downloading like crazy for the last two days and loving it!
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I'm going to ask you one more question if you don't mind. If I just want the best player I can find to listen to music and don't care about lists, album art, interfaces or anything else. I just want to put my songs on the player and listen to them in the order they come up, which do you recommend? (Can you tell I'm an old lady and just love to listen to music? LOL!) All that matters to me is good sound, ease of putting songs on the player, number of songs I can add to the player and how long it will play music on one charge. Even the Cowan 160 GB player sounds interesting to me.
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Hello i recently purchased a Zune home A/V, However i found that the dock plate is not compatible with my Zune, which is a 16 GB. Can someone please advise me where i can purchase a 16 GB dock plate? Thanks in advance.