Can I load my current Music to Zune ? Just ordered two Zune 8 GB then I read that I must purchase music from Zune? Hopefully, this is not true. Can anyone tell me if I can transfer my current music or purchase music from other sites? Can I load my current Music to Zune ? Just ordered two Zune 8 GB then I read that I must purchase music from Zune? Hopefully, this is not true. Can anyone tell me if I can transfer my current music... » Read More Can I load my current Music to Zune ? Just ordered two Zune 8 GB then I read that I must purchase music from Zune? Hopefully, this is not true. Can anyone tell me if I can transfer my current music or purchase music from other sites? « Show Less
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Zune is very easy to use - and no WMP is a standalone software and only syncs to plays for sure devices, like Archos, creative (for example)Install the zune software, and just use it to find your files and import them. They will still be in WMP. The Zune software is a lot more sophisticated, and I think you will like it.
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The zune software will import your mp3 or wma files from your computer to its library. You can also purchase music from Zune marketplace, and/or get a subscription which is $14.99 a month and gives you 10 downloads each month.
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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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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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I just got new firmware 2.2 on my zune30! it was free!i was amazed.....if you don't have it yet, you should get it as soon as possible.
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I got a Zune for Christmas and have already sent it back. I loved the look, the feel, the bigger screen, and the radio. The only problem I found was the software and it lagged(like a PC). Until a new version of the Zune comes out I would go with something else.
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the 2.2 software is an excellent upgrade. i like the superior integration of podcast in the PC software and zune.to the problems with the library above: that was an issue for some (i didn't have any problems by telling the software to rebuild the info during load), to correct afterwards only required the deletion of the zune specific file folder with the information contained and allowing the information to be rebuilt with the new software. instructions can be found in the microsoft zune support, or knowlege base.
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Use WMP or Zune, set the rip option to the format you prefer (mp3 is my choice) and pick quality of the rip. Set the directory where the ripped files will be stored (default is the music folder). Once ripped, you can transfer to any connected unit using file explorer.
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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)!
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To help you all: Moments ago this happened to me. Connect the Zune to your computer. Immediately, hold down the play button and while holding it down lock the Zune. Then continue to hold the play button, then press the center button, and the back button (do not let go) as you onlock the Zune with the other hand. The battery charger icon will appear. Then sign into your Zune account, see if the device appears. If not, wait until the update software comes on and update software to 2.3. Within minutes, mine started to work. Hope this helps you all; and good luck!
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Zune 30 GB Digital Media Player (Black) I really loved my zune 30 gb (1st generation), however it let me down when one day while charging it in a wall outlet it deleted every song I had on it. I would like to know how can I get those songs back on my zune it seems to not allow me to do so. if you can help me i would appreciate it.
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No, the Zune is only compatible with Zune Software, which they are phasing out and now call X-Box Music. If I were you I wouldn't buy a Zune. If you have a smart phone, I would suggest using a music app and your phone as the MP3 player.
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There's actually a few cases out for the 80Gb. Check the offical Zune webpage at www.zune.net
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In terms of moving music from iTunes to Zune...you can either do as others suggest and burn a CD than rip it back down (to unprotect) OR get some software (such as TuneClone) which mimics this process without actually having to use a CD. You basically burn a CD from iTunes software but select a special "burner" from TuneClone which then just "burns" the music to a new folder, unprotected and ready for Zune. Works nice and fast.
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David,I've tried Handbrake and did get it to work but the Zune software had to reformat the Handbrake file. Do you have Handbrake working where you don't have to reformat the file with Zune? If yes, how did you set up Handbrake?Thanks
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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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Ok so if they fix the problem but my Zune won't even get past the load screen without freezing, how will I be able to download the patch they come out with to fix the problem? They way I see it, my zune is now a $200 paper weight.
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Well I just got a new zune 8gb and i feel that the battery empties too fast... in only a 5 hours of listening the battery is half empty =/ ...Is it normal? What should I do ? Should I return it?
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ok thanks, I was thinking about buying a sansa fuze 8gb mp3 player on black friday and I wanted to know if i could make it at least 16gb total with the mirco sd card and now that I know I can, I will be buying the mp3 player. thanks again.
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I sent mine back, it was worthless... I replaced it with a Zune 80gig refurbished, it works perfectly, plus there are lots of very cheap (under $10) accessories available, like a case, a remote control unit and extra charging equip.....