Microsoft ZUNE
12-18-2006, 02:40 PM
#11
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
I just can't help myself. Name one mainstream app that runs on windows that has no equivalent on the Apple platform. I bet I can find a free version that's better quality.
Viruses and keyloggers don't count either.
Also, you can boot window on a mac.. at the same time.. or just run windows apps on a Mac. That simple.
If you don't like the Mac GUI.. your going to hate Vista when it comes out...
Viruses and keyloggers don't count either.
Also, you can boot window on a mac.. at the same time.. or just run windows apps on a Mac. That simple.
If you don't like the Mac GUI.. your going to hate Vista when it comes out...
ORIGINAL: SlappyGT
The Creative Labs is nice. The screen is a little small, but it supports almost any kind of music and/or video file. And the transfer tool is 100x easier to use than the one for the Zune. Go for the Creative Labs one if you have the choice.
And I know someone did NOT just give props to Mac... Mac's are nice for about 30 seconds, until you realize that hardly any software companies support them, and those that do mark up the Mac-supported products because the programming just isn't that "mainstream" yet. And IMO, most of the Mac stuff looks like it was either made for toddlers, or teenage girls. A little too "bubbly" for me.
The Creative Labs is nice. The screen is a little small, but it supports almost any kind of music and/or video file. And the transfer tool is 100x easier to use than the one for the Zune. Go for the Creative Labs one if you have the choice.
And I know someone did NOT just give props to Mac... Mac's are nice for about 30 seconds, until you realize that hardly any software companies support them, and those that do mark up the Mac-supported products because the programming just isn't that "mainstream" yet. And IMO, most of the Mac stuff looks like it was either made for toddlers, or teenage girls. A little too "bubbly" for me.
12-18-2006, 02:48 PM
#12
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
I'll admit that the Macs are finally getting a little more support, but only just recently. And it's mainly because people like myself (I went to school for IT) can't stand Windows, or pretty much any product Microsoft comes out with. And unfortunately they hold a pretty good monopoly right now. I prefer Linux myself, but it's far too complicated for most everyday users. Apple/Macintosh just faltered too long. It took them too long to go from the old green screens of the 80's to something more modern and user friendly.
PRGT, what are you using to convert to WMV? I've tried a few programs, but they all seem to like to take forever and/or freeze up.
PRGT, what are you using to convert to WMV? I've tried a few programs, but they all seem to like to take forever and/or freeze up.
01-07-2007, 05:49 PM
#13
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
I use Cucusoft to convert videos for the Zune it supports mpeg, avi, realplayer RM, MOV, DVRMS (media center TV videos) and more....even DVD movies to a Zune playable video.
Unfortunately it's not free but it's well worth the price for what it can do for the Zune......it converted my media center TV recorded videos 1 hour long takes about 30 minutes then sync to the Zune much faster than any othersi've tried
Unfortunately it's not free but it's well worth the price for what it can do for the Zune......it converted my media center TV recorded videos 1 hour long takes about 30 minutes then sync to the Zune much faster than any othersi've tried
01-07-2007, 06:14 PM
#14
Join Date: Apr 2006
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
really wish ppl would not knock the zune, its not that bad at all. and the video support is not bad either. what most ppl dont think about is using psp video 9 (the psp software) and it converts whatever u want to play on the zune. ive had zero problems with it and have had no issues with the zune software either. and they have a car pack for the zune which uses a wireless fm signal and u select a station with static (liek satelite radio) and it plays just fine. they have it on there website. comes with a car charger and all. they are also coming out with a docking station for it in the car like some of the satelite radios have.
01-07-2007, 11:14 PM
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
wireless FM transmitters are a waste of money IMO....I got myself a $100 sony radio (installed) with front aux input jack the playback does not get staticky like the wireless ones and the radio even plays mp3 cd's and wma and scrolls the ID3 tags on the display 
definately worth the extra $50 above the price of a wireless your ears will thank you for it 
definately worth the extra $50 above the price of a wireless your ears will thank you for it
01-08-2007, 12:55 AM
#16
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
I haven't had any problems loading videos on mine.......It's microsoft, there's a way around everything.
ORIGINAL: SlappyGT
It will work, same basic interface. However, I will add my $.02 here...get rid of the Zune, and get rid of it now! I've had a Creative Labs Zen 30gb MP3 player for about a year, and just recently picked up the Zune because I liked the bigger screen. Problem being that the Zune supports very, VERY few video types. So all the movies I had on my Zen and on my computer won't load onto the Zune. Just FYI...
It will work, same basic interface. However, I will add my $.02 here...get rid of the Zune, and get rid of it now! I've had a Creative Labs Zen 30gb MP3 player for about a year, and just recently picked up the Zune because I liked the bigger screen. Problem being that the Zune supports very, VERY few video types. So all the movies I had on my Zen and on my computer won't load onto the Zune. Just FYI...
01-08-2007, 01:16 AM
#17
Join Date: Apr 2006
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
Ive never had a radio with the aux input, never had a prob with the transmitters either so i guess just lucky lol. i may have to look into gettin a radio with it. problem is am i in my car long enough to ever need it. most times im in there for the length of like 5 or songs lol. which radio did ya get if i may ask?
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wireless FM transmitters are a waste of money IMO....I got myself a $100 sony radio (installed) with front aux input jack the playback does not get staticky like the wireless ones and the radio even plays mp3 cd's and wma and scrolls the ID3 tags on the displaydefinately worth the extra $50 above the price of a wireless your ears will thank you for it
wireless FM transmitters are a waste of money IMO....I got myself a $100 sony radio (installed) with front aux input jack the playback does not get staticky like the wireless ones and the radio even plays mp3 cd's and wma and scrolls the ID3 tags on the display
definately worth the extra $50 above the price of a wireless your ears will thank you for it
01-08-2007, 04:46 AM
#18
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
my ears are really sensitive to static noise every wireless FM transmitter iv'e tried is crap...LOL
first sony i had installed was the CDXGT110 for $99 which did not have the mp3 and wma cd playback so I upgraded it to the CDXGT210 for an extra $10 plus a $20 wire harness for the radio. got it from circuit city they did same day install for free which isn't really free when I looked at the receipt the radio was $70...then they itemized the rest as parts and labor which I think is false advertising but it was within my budget all in all @ $130...the faceplate is detachable on both models.
oh this was installed on a 97' stang....the front aux input is great plays just about as good as a store bought CD
first sony i had installed was the CDXGT110 for $99 which did not have the mp3 and wma cd playback so I upgraded it to the CDXGT210 for an extra $10 plus a $20 wire harness for the radio. got it from circuit city they did same day install for free which isn't really free when I looked at the receipt the radio was $70...then they itemized the rest as parts and labor which I think is false advertising but it was within my budget all in all @ $130...the faceplate is detachable on both models.
oh this was installed on a 97' stang....the front aux input is great plays just about as good as a store bought CD
04-14-2008, 04:55 PM
#20
Join Date: Apr 2008
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RE: Microsoft ZUNE
I also have a Zune, but a different question. I have the basic AM/FM CD player radio in my '06 which also has the AUX button. Is there a jack on the back of the radio that I can hook up my Zune and Sirius radio into? If so, how do I get the radio out of the dash. I had 3 dodge trucks that were very easy to get the radios out of and like everything elso on this car, it's looks like a real pain to get the radio out. Thanks for your help!