Zune is the new iPod? No, not just yet.
The Zune releases tomorrow, so there isn’t many full reviews of it out yet.
However, based on the bits of information currently available, I don’t think the Zune is going to kill the iPod that easily.
via dapreview.net ,
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- - Doesn’t support Microsoft’s own WMA DRM – the format used by most online music stores and subscription services
- - WiFi function extremely limited – can only broadcast single pics and tracks that expire in 3 days or 3 plays, no web browser, email client, etc
- - No custom EQ
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These are the 3 main things that struck me the most.
First of all, how can the “Microsoft iPod” not support Microsoft’s WMA DRM?
Second, the WiFi capabilities are one of it’s main points that give it that one-up over the iPod – too bad its capabilities are so limitied.
Thirdly, no custom equalizer? In my opinion, a custom EQ should be a standard for today’s digital audio player. A player without a custom EQ belongs back in the day when MD Players were able to provide superior audio quality.
Of course, it also comes jam packed with a lot of proprietary restrictions, but that’s expected with a big company like Microsoft.
I can understand why you would want to force users to use you products. However, first make sure your products work.
Engadget: Installing the Zune… sucked
Not only can the setup process not possibly get any longer, the instability of this proprietary software – that users are forced to use – is unforgivable.
