Microsoft released official details earlier today on its upcoming Zune platform, the company’s attempt to create an iTunes/iPod killer. The Zune portable media player is a 30GB, iPod-like device that features wireless technology, a built-in FM tuner and a 3-inch screen for pictures and video. Microsoft plans to have the Zune available for holiday shopping. […]

For millions, music downloads and other intangible digital content are replacing CDs and other media. What happens if your iPod gets ripped off, though? Most insurance companies will take claims on records or CDs, but, until recently, claims for lost music downloads, games, video downloads and ringtones fell on deaf ears. Insurers are beginning to […]

Microsoft is making deals to deliver its attempt at an iPod-killer, the Zune, loaded with free music from record companies wanting to promote their bands. According to Microsoft’s Cesar Menendez, the Zune will come preloaded with audio and video from CSS, Hot Chip and 30 Seconds to Mars. No word on podcasting support on the […]