Zune 3.0 has arrived! You should already know what's new and improved, but in case you don't, here's the lowdown. On the desktop side, there's Mixview, Just for You, Now Playing, rich search functionality, and enhanced social features. On the device side, you can now access the Zune Marketplace wirelessly, plus enjoy Buy from FM, Zune Channels, games (Texas Hold 'Em and Hexic), audiobooks, and a clock. To download the Zune 3.0 software, simply visit Zune.net, or if you already have the Zune software installed, run it and wait for the update prompt. Once you have the Zune 3.0 software up and running, connect your Zune to download and install the 3.0 firmware.
We'll be covering all that's new in 3.0 as well as some other significant announcements later today. Stay tuned!
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I've installed 3.0 on two of my computers, and the installs have gone smoothly - but I can't get the new Now Playing mode to turn on...it's supposed to happen after a few seconds, but it never seems to. Anyone else gotten this to work?
And wow does the Zune.net site ever break badly in Firefox - it's like they didn't test it with any browser but IE7.
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I've installed 3.0 on two of my computers, and the installs have gone smoothly - but I can't get the new Now Playing mode to turn on...it's supposed to happen after a few seconds, but it never seems to. Anyone else gotten this to work?
You may need to tick the box in Settings > Software > Display.
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You may need to tick the box in Settings > Software > Display.
Yeah, that was already checked, but it has started working - since it's based off back-end server stuff, I suspect it just can't triggering due to overloaded servers.
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Nooooooooooooo.........!! Are you serious? They're IP blocking on the DEVICE???
Phew, thankfully not. I worked out how to enable it.
"Marketplace" won't appear on the Zune's home screen unless you link the Zune with your Zune Tag, and presumably, set your desktop's region to the US. So, it's something to keep in mind, if you've just erased the contents of the device, deleted your existing sync partnership, or are starting with a device that's fresh out of the box.
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That said, is it really necessary for Microsoft to impose such restrictions on Marketplace access? The US-only restriction on the desktop is still present in 3.0, and now we have this Zune Tag restriction on the device.
I do understand that it's a step taken to prevent folks outside the US from purchasing Marketplace content or purchasing a Zune Pass subscription, but surely there should still be a way to browse the store? What ever happened to good ol' window-shopping? If Apple can offer this on the iPhone and iPod touch, I see no reason why Microsoft can't offer the same, or more.
Bit of a rant there, but hey, it was long overdue.
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maybe its just something with my computer, but the new zune software is the biggest memory hog ever! im talking 6-figure memory usage here! it even knocked out my internet connection! i really hope there's an explanation for this because i like to listen to music while on the internet, but with this new development, i might not be able to anymore...
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