| Fly me to the Zune and let me sing among the iPods |
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| by Alex Zaharov-Reutt | |
| Saturday, 11 November 2006 | |
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Computer users with a long memory will know that CP/M once ruled the operating system roost. It was my own first OS, and because I knew CP/M, I already knew how to use Microsoft’s DOS. Apple was the first to popularize a graphical user interface and operating system with the original Mac (let’s not talk about the Apple Lisa), and it took Microsoft at least three goes before getting their own graphics OS traction, with Windows 3.1, not really Windows 3.0, being the true catalyst for their ongoing OS success. And while Microsoft has broken the ‘three to success’ rule with the Xbox 360, which is really the Xbox 2, no-one truly believes that Microsoft can get the Zune right on their very first go. But clearly, they’re learning. Zune has a beautiful interface that outdoes the iPod’s more basic style. It packs in wireless technology which no iPod currently has, and while it is generating interest, no-one really says they’re going to ditch their iPod just so they can wirelessly share songs with friends, thanks to the limitations Microsoft have imposed. Its larger screen is definitely a bonus, but when Apple launches their oft-rumored widescreen model, the Zune’s screen will look paltry in comparison. And who would have thought that anyone could ever make ‘brown’ cool? The buzz on brown has been growing ever since Microsoft first showed the world pics of the Zune, but its still a color that does not belong on a snazzy suit. Sorry, brown suit owners, it’s only my opinion. While the US is one of the biggest markets in the world, it’s not the only market that’s important. Even so, Microsoft has limited Zune to the US for now, completely annihilating the possibility of major worldwide traction for Zune purchases. Sure, someone could order one from a US website, but few will bother unless they’ve got cash to burn. Me? I’m an iPod user. I think they’re the best things since sliced bread and the CD player. I’ve used many other competing mp3 players, and unless you’re an experienced computer user, and then even if you are, the system to transfer music across is just painful and ugly. Not so with iTunes. Anyone can easily learn the system, and change music on their iPods with ease. Windows Media Player makes it all much harder. Why?! Read on to the next page for more.... |
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