Archive for February, 2012

Zune and Windows 8 Consumer Preview?

A couple of months ago the blogosphere was buzzing with rumors regarding the finish with the road for Zune Computer client for Windows 8,with some of the leaked screenshots suggesting a new music player app for Windows 8.

But as spotted earlier by Neowin,Microsoft within a video recently showcased the Zune app for Windows 8 and that too in Metro UI.So it’s certainly a sigh of relief for the good o’l zune lovers.As far as the new “Microsoft Music” app goes,it’s nonetheless there within the list of Metro apps however the app is now getting renamed to “Music” most probably the alternative for Windows Media Player desktop version.

This may come as a surprise to many as a few of the rumors were suggesting a brand new dedicated app for Windows Phones as well as the finish of the Zune Era for great,but as of now it seems that Microsoft is in no mood to discontinue Zune.

Windows 8 Consumer Preview will likely be released on 29th February together with the Windows Store which will feature lots of thrilling Metro based apps and games.Stay Tuned for extra Windows 8 Coverage.

Microsoft www.zune.net/setup Offers One-Year Totally free Zune Music Pass Until Valentine’s

The promo offer you will conserve nearly $120 for US subscribers who commonly pay $9.99 for the service on a monthly basis.

Microsoft’s one-year free unlimited access towards the Zune marketplace will final till February 14, Valentine’s Day.

Microsoft seems intent in crossing over Apple retailer domains using the entrance of its self-branded US stores because last year.

The company still features a handful of current stores and requirements more effort to rival Apple’s numbers, however it plans to build a 75-store network to begin with just before further expansion.

However, Microsoft currently lacks the reach that rivals have regardless of its better intentions.

The firm has 16 retailers and now starts to supply an exclusive promotional provide to operate more than consumer engagement in Windows Telephone devices, Microsoft Zune and the Microsoft Store itself.

Visitors who walk via any Microsoft Store door will see a poster that says the company is providing a one-year free of charge subscription to Zune Music Pass, as long as they obtain a Windows Phone inside the store.