Microsoft misjudges demand for new Zunes

The Redmond company has apparently overestimated the demand for some of its players, leaving high stocks of one model on shelves while others are difficult -- if not impossible -- to find.

Microsoft launched both new flash-based players in 4 and 8GB versions, as well as an 80GB hard-drive based model. A quick check of retailers showed ample stocks of the smaller players, but the 80GB was out of stock.

[Silver360]

It is a sweet player. Now that the Zune interface and marketplace are improved
edit: It can be connected to a TV and you can stream from your computer to according to Paul Thurrott. Man I love the way it handles podcasts. And video look amazing for the small screen.

[predator]

do u know when they will be released here in the uk mate? i like the ideas J Allard was going on about the connectivity between this and the 360

[Meus Renaissance]

I want one. iPod sucks. Constantly have to recharge the damn thing.

[PS3PCFTW]

that was also the problem with the zune1. i have one and it sux.

i now use the samsung ypp2.......its an amazing media device.

[Skerj]

Dude that ypp2 looks so dope, I was trying to decide from the new Zune, the Ipod Touch, and that and I think I'm going Samsung.

[PS3PCFTW]

it comes with a screen protector, but i bought one from INVISIBLESHIELD.com....after i bought one for my girls dsc-t200 and my samsung sch i760 i highly recommend these screen protectors.

has a lot of positive perks over whatever else is in the market right now.

Also try to find yourself a bluetooth stereo headset. YOULL LOVE IT , trust me.
make sure its the bt stereo and not a bt phone headset as those dont work.

+bubbles for u, future ypp2 owner

[mesh1]

NEWS FOR GAMING ?? is this article abotu gaming ?yawn u ps3 fanboys are sad

[PS3PCFTW]

do you EVER have anything constructive or even semi intelligent to say?

[Zhuk]

I got a Zune from the US, its a great machine and I quickly sold my garbage ipod

[DaKid]

I got one a few months back, and with the new update I like it even more. Thinking about getting my brother the 4gb for christmas.

[Kholinar]

It'll sell well in the 80gb model...

That's the enthusiast/techy model and they tend to look at features more than clean ui. So MS can gain some ground in that area. The Classic is a little awkward at the mo in Apple's lineup. You have to have it for the person who wants their entire collection available, but the Touch makes it a conflicted purchase.

I always said I'd buy the larger storage, but the features/ui of the Touch make it a tempting purchase. But then that iphone begins to invade the picture.

Some people like the Zune or Ipod, some people hate the Ipod or Zune. I, personally, would probably go with iRiver if I was even looking the Zune's direction, just because I hate the Zune's music management software. I'd much rather use GtkPod or the many other Ipod management options (even Itunes) rather than get roped into WMP.

[predator]

please anyone tell me when is it coming over here to the uk? or do i import it?

[Lord Cheese]

get the feeling they are working for decent market share in the US first - i'd just import one to be honest. If/when my nano finally gives up the ghost i might try getting one myself - especially given the strength of the £/$ right now.

[BrotherSic]

I have just imported the 30gb version to the uk (should arrive next week)

I know you cant use the Zune Martketplace but that doesn't really bother me but might bother some people. I bought it from amazon for £70 and my girlfriend sent it back so it cost £85 in the end. Still a bargin compared to how much they will cost in the UK.

[ceedubya9]

I'll probably get my wife the 4gig version for christmas.

[Bladestar]

Zune are the best... Do you have any ideas how many times I dropped my Zune and still live and well? I got myself a new Gap jacket.. why don't they make the pockets deeper? I dropped it down the stairs 3 times (NY subway).. everytime I ran to catch the train... there it goes the Zune...

[PS3PCFTW]

what part of ny are you from?

[Bladestar]

Work 2nd Avenue... currently live in Queens.

[BloodySinner]

If Zune was available in Canada from the start, I would of bought one in a heartbeat. Now it's too late, I purchased my 80GB iPod classic a few weeks ago.

[JasonXE]

The new models should be slimmer which was the problem for the 30gb. Still, I only need one on the go media storage unless I want to look cool. Right now, I'm a satify customer :-)

[Balance]

i have an older zune and love it, can't wait to play with a new one.