Dankjewel!
Beste fans,
Sommige dingen wil je zo lang mogelijk uitstellen. En stoppen met voetbal, mijn grote passie, is er daar één van. Toch ben ik in december voor mezelf tot de conclusie gekomen, dat het moment om een punt achter mijn actieve loopbaan te zetten steeds dichterbij kwam. Sneller dan ik eigenlijk zou willen. Ik voerde hierover goede gesprekken met mijn zaakwaarnemer Rob Jansen en bij Ajax onder anderen met Frank de Boer en Edwin van der Sar. En nu maak ik het bekend. Ik stop met voetballen. Per direct.
En dat voelt raar.
Mijn droom najagen
Ik weet nog hoe ik me als zesjarige, met mijn veel te grote tas over mijn schouder, bij Ajax meldde voor een proeftraining die ik voor mijn verjaardag had gekregen. Ik had als kleuter al zo vaak geroepen dat ik profvoetballer zou worden en mijn moeder vond dat ik mijn grote mond maar eens moest waarmaken.
Dat lukte.
Ik werd uitgenodigd voor de Ajax-academie en kreeg de kans mijn droom na te jagen. Met dankbaarheid kijk ik terug op de hoogwaardige opleiding die ik kreeg en de warmte die ik in al mijn jeugdjaren heb gevoeld.
Mijn debuut als 17-jarige – op 26 augustus 2001 – uit tegen Feyenoord is onvergetelijk. En niet alleen omdat we met
2-1 wonnen. Vanaf de eerste dag ben ik omarmd door jullie, onze fantastische fans, die me op 9 november 2003 voor het eerst zagen scoren in Ajax 1 (tegen ADO Den Haag) en me ook niet vergaten toen ik zwaar geblesseerd raakte aan mijn knie.
Het buitenland en Oranje
Met veel plezier kijk ik terug op mijn twee landskampioenschappen, drie KNVB-bekers en vier Supercups die ik met Ajax wist te pakken. De transfersom van tien miljoen euro die de club in 2008 incasseerde bij mijn overstap naar Atletico Madrid, zag ik als een mooie beloning voor Ajax. De club heeft mij die kansen in al die jaren gegund.
Mensen vergeten weleens wat een profvoetballer van zijn vrouw vraagt als hij naar het buitenland vertrekt.
Charlotte-Sophie steunde me altijd en overal en dat is de reden waarom ik zoveel van haar houd. In Madrid kwamen onze prachtkinderen Jezebel en Lennox ter wereld, al speelde ik bij de geboorte van de tweede al voor Everton.
Bij die club, waar ik in 2012 speler van het jaar werd, en Hertha BSC bleef mijn hart kloppen voor Ajax en volgde ik de club op de voet. De WK-finale in 2010 was het hoogtepunt in mijn Oranjeloopbaan die uiteindelijk 87 interlands zou duren. Dat het tegen Spanje zilver werd in plaats van goud was natuurlijk een domper.
Ook bij Everton – once a Blue, always a blue – kende ik prachtige jaren. We presteerden het onmogelijke door de halve finale van de FA Cup te bereiken. In Madrid, Manchester, Londen en Berlijn waren we op onszelf aangewezen en groeiden we als hecht gezin nog meer naar elkaar toe.
Dank voor jullie steun!
Na Hertha BSC had ik de keuze uit een aantal clubs, maar besloot ik na gesprekken met Frank de Boer en later met Marc Overmars op de aanbieding van Ajax in te gaan. Ik zag een terugkeer zitten. Ajax is mijn club, mijn alles. En hier mijn carrière beëindigen door jullie de kampioensschaal te kunnen tonen, was mijn ultieme wens.
Het afscheid is iets eerder dan gepland. Maar ik blijf Ajacied. En meer dan dat mijn terugkeer niet is geworden dan wat ik ervan had verwacht, ga ik niet zeggen. Daar zou ik spijt van krijgen. En op natrappen staat rood. Na de WK-finale kan ik die kleur niet meer zien.
Ik koester de momenten dat ik mocht warmlopen en de Amsterdam ArenA explodeerde. Al was dat nog niks bij de orkaan aan geluid na mijn bekerdoelpunt tegen De Graafschap. Hoewel ik stop, zal ik me tot het einde van het seizoen blijven inzetten om Ajax aan de titel te helpen. De jongens weten dat mijn deur altijd openstaat, zodat ze om advies kunnen vragen en tijdens het ’aftrainen’ zal ik links en rechts nog een tikkie uitdelen om de boel scherp te houden.
Maar het is vooral tijd om mijn gezin nog meer liefde en aandacht te geven dan ik al deed. Er gaat een nieuwe fase van mijn leven in. Een fase, waar ik me even vol overgave in stort, zoals ik ook altijd heb gedaan in het voetbal.
Rest mij niets dan jullie te danken voor jullie onvoorwaardelijke steun die ik altijd heb gevoeld. Jullie zijn goud waard voor Ajax. Het gaat jullie – en Frank de Boer, mijn medespelers en Ajax natuurlijk – goed! En één ding is zeker: jullie zijn nog niet van me af. Ik blijf als trainer namelijk verbonden aan Ajax!
John Heitinga
Bedankt voor alles en veel succes verder, voor altijd Ajacied!
Bedankt voor je tijd bij Ajax!
Je bent en blijft een superjood!
Zien je over 4 jaar als trainer van Ajax 1!!
Erg jammer dat je nu al moet stoppen 😭😭 ik wens je heel veel succes in je verdere carrière. Hopelijk bij ajax natuurlijk. Tot zondag bij je afscheid? 👍✌✋👏
Dank je wel John! Het ga je goed!
Beste John! Mijn Ajaxgart breekt bij het lezen van dit bericht! Ik had je zo graag gezien als pilaar voor dit Ajax. Succes met je verdere leven en bedankt voor alles wat je ons gegeven hebt. Zondag geven we speciaal voor jou je nog 1 keer de orkaan van geluid die je verdient. Groet
Beste John, dit is wel even een tik. Je bent altijd Ajacied geweest, of je nu bij Ajax speelde of niet. Vanaf je debuut bij Feyenoord-uit (en ervóór)tot vandaag heb je je als een waardig Ajacied gedragen. Dat staat voor iets, zeker in tijden waar sommige spelers net zo makkelijk van clubs verwisselen als van ondergoed. Bedankt daavoor en voor alles wat je hebt laten zien, qua spel en doorzettingsvermogen. Het ga je goed!
Beste John,
Bedankt vanuit Amerika van een levenslange Ajacied.
Je was een geweldenaar binnen het veld en niet controversieel er buiten. Ik heb je het laatst zien spelen in de wedstrijden voor de WK finale. Bedankt, joh, het ga je goed
Johnny! Terima Kasih banyak!!! Jij bent een echte!!! Een waardig afscheid krijg je gap!! Tot zondag!
Bedankt voor alles Johny! Je bent een voorbeeld op- en buiten het veld. Ook voor deze genomen beslissing is moed nodig. Moge al je ervaring je ook ver brengen als trainer voor de mooiste club!
Succes
Ik trilde tijdens het lezen van je afscheidsbericht.. Zo jammer dat je weg gaat, en dan tegelijk afscheid moet nemen van het voetbal. Ik was aanwezig bij je goal tegen de Graafschap, ik ging uit me dak toen ik zag dat jij de doelpuntenmaker. Ik hoop het beste voor je in de toekomst en hopelijk tot gauw! Eens een Ajacied, Altijd een Ajacied!!
Johnny, bedankt voor alles!
Succes met de volgende fase!!!!
Beste John,
Wat een waardige afscheidspeech!
Past bij de ultieme teamspeler.
Een ex-ajacied ben je nooit geweest en zal je ook nooit worden!
John, bedankt voor de goals, de solo tegen Feyenoord thuis zal ik nooit vergeten.
John, bedankt en respect voor jouw wilskracht. Met het terugkomen van zware knieblessures toonde je al uit welk hout je bent gesneden.
John, bedankt voor het kijkje in jouw hart. Die heb je helemaal gegeven voor onze club.
John, geniet van jouw gezin.
Zondag zingen we, ik vanuit 126, een liedje voor jou alleen. Met een lach en een traan.
Mzzl, Steve.
Beste John,
Ik heb je zien komen als voetballer. Waarbij je in het begin van je carrière een behoorlijke tegenslag had in verband met je knieblessure. Als jonge jongen ging je daar al professioneel mee om.
Ik heb nog nooit een voetballer gezien met zoveel clubliefde. Veel voetballers zeggen dat ze het hebben, maar bij jou was en is dat daarnaast zichtbaar. Des te meer vind ik het jammer dat je naar mijn idee nooit een eerlijke kans hebt gehad, bij je terugkeer bij Ajax. Al kreeg je van de fans alle steun en vonden ze het fantastisch als je alleen maar al aan het warmlopen was. Iedereen had je meer gegund dan dit. Al met al denk ik evengoed dat je clubliefde is beantwoord. Jij houdt van Ajax en Ajax houdt van jou.
Ik wens je heel veel succes met de nieuwe stap in je carrière!
Bedankt held je mag trots zijn op je carrière. Wat heeft iedereen altijd van je kunnen genieten. Hopelijk hebben de fans nog een mooi afscheid voor je zondag.
Oooh Johhny zing een liedje voor mij alleen!!
En toch vind ik dat je te vroeg stopt John, met 32 jaar al aan het trainersschap gaan werken is zonde. Je kan voor het Nederlandse voetbal nog genoeg betekenen, in Nederland missen we ervaren spelers zoals jij, heel jammer dat Ajax (Frank) dat niet ziet. Ik ben ervan overtuigd dat de misstappen die Ajax maakt, zoals de laatste 2 gelijke spelen hadden kunnen worden voorkomen als ze jou een eerlijke kans hadden gegeven. Het is jammer genoeg niet zo, in ieder geval bedankt voor de fijne voetbaljaren.
Bedankt John! Bedankt dat je het vertrouwen in Ajax hebt gehad en terug wilde komen. Bedankt dat je ons als supporters hebt laten zien dat clubliefde wel degelijk bestaat. Bedankt voor al die mooie jaren waarin je het wit rood wit hebt gedragen. Ja dit einde is te snel.. Ja je hebt geen eerlijke kans gehad.. Maar het siert je zoals je hier mee om gaat. Je bent een schoolvoorbeeld van “hoe het hoort.”
En alvast bedankt dat je wanneer dan ook een contract gaat tekenen als trainer van Ajax 1. Het ga je goed!
Bedankt Alphense (t)rots!!!
Mooi stuk en bedankt voor alle inzet voor onze club!
AFCA Alphen a/d Rijn
John, toen je terug kwam naar ajax maakte mijn hart een sprongetje. Zo blij als een kind was ik. Wat heb ik me kwaad gemaakt op frank de boer! Je bent mijn held aller tijden bij ajax en het gaat je goed.
John,…… Held.
Voor altijd.
👊💖
janus
john bedankt voor de mooie voetbaljaren die je ons heb gegeven,daarbuiten vind ik jou ook een superprof een echte ajacied en een goed mens , ik kreeg kippevel toen ik het slechte nieuws hoorden,je hebt de eer aan jezelf gehouden ,het is jammer dat jij geen eerlijke kans heb gekregen van frank, ik weet zeker als hij jou wat vaker had opgesteld dat we nu er veel beter voor hadden gestaan, in de ersdivisie en europa europa league met jou ervaring en inzicht en rust, ,john het gaat je goed ik wens jou nog een heel mooi leven met je gezin, en ik ben blij dat je voor ajax nog veel kan betekenen super bedankt echte ajacied
Bedankt johny!
De tering Sjon, je was al een held van me, maar toen jij besloot terug te komen naar ons cluppie, steeg je nog veel meer in de pikorde. Jij liet zien wat clubliefde betekent, en er zijn er maar weinigen die dat heden ten dage nog snappen. Wat heb ik Frankie vervloekt dat die jou geen eerlijke kans heeft gegeven, en dat doe ik nog steeds verdomme. Ik hoop dat je nog tientallen jaren aan onze club verbonden blijft, want mensen zoals jij die missen we.
Oh oh oh Sjonnie, zing een liedje voor mij alleen, oh Sjonnie, want voor mij ben je nummer 1!
Wijs besluit, John. Heel netjes de eer aan jezelf houden… Het echte verhaal komt nog wel eens naar buiten, waarom je gestopt bent, toch? Jij moet zsm binnen de jeugdopleiding van Ajax komen te werken, als voorbeeld voor de jonge spelers… Jij bent van jongsaf aan een echte Ajacied, die weet wat er gevraagd word om de TOP te bereiken.. Jij kan jonge kinderen daarin heel goed helpen denk ik… Dan hebben we tenminste weer een ECHTE AJACIED in de jeugdopleiding erbij als trainer…. Daar kopen er te weinig van rond….. En ik kan het weten, want ik heb jou vanaf de jongste jeugd meegemaakt….bij ONS AJAX……
Johnny het ga je goed!
Bedankt voor alles!
Jij bent een echte ajacied!
#Johnnybedankt
Johnny,
Je bent een voorbeeld voor vele anderen, een verdediger met passie en lef, een persoon die voor iedereen klaar staat en een legende voor mij!
Bedankt voor alle mooie jaren en bedankt dat je terugkeerde, ik had ook gehoopt je meer te zien spelen, maar de clubliefde die je hebt net als vele andere fans maakt me trots !
John, mijn nummer 1!
Zo klote dit… Wat meer speeltijd had er in moeten zitten, ik kan mezelf helemaal kwaad maken op Frank de Boer hierom. Feit is dat jij boven alles en iedereen uitsteeg als het gaat om clubliefde en inzet. Het ga je goed John, ook met je gezin en hopelijk ook met je carrière als trainer oid.
Oh oh oh Johnny, zing een liedje voor mij alleen, oh Johnny, want voor mij ben je nummer 1!
John,
Dat je nu moet stoppen is rot voor jou en een aderlating voor Ajax.
Maar wat mij het meeste is bij gebleven is de manier hoe jij met de supporters omgaat voor en na de wedstrijd en dan voor mij, met name, die na de training op de foto met jou willen.
Het blije gezicht van mijn dochter en zoon , onbetaalbaar.
John , het gaat jou en je familie goed en hoop je snel als trainer te mogen begroeten bij Ajax.
Na een wedstrijd was jij standaard de laatste die de kleedkamer opzocht. Supporters bedanken kwam recht uit je hart. Niet even klappen vanaf de middenlijn maar pal voor het uitvak kwam je ons bedanken. Ook in de periode dat het minder ging. In de arena nam je uitgebreid de tijd om jou supporters te bedanken, waren sommige spelers al onder een warme douche stond jij nog op het gehandicapten platform om handtekening uit te delen en praatjes te maken.
Voetballend was iemand die voorop ging in de strijd. Bikkelhard maar nooit gemeen.
John dappre strijder
Bedankt voor alles en we zullen je missen🙏🏻🙏🏻
John,
Ik had je graag nog serieus aan het werk willen zien. Jou volwassenheid, leiderschap en ervaring zouden voor balans in het elftal kunnen zorgen. Kun je niet gewoon even een ‘tikkie’ uitdelen op training deze week, aan gudelj of zo, sta je zondag gewoon lekker in de basis!
Alhoewel het natuurlijk ook ontzettend mooi is om je debuut en afscheid te maken tegen feyenoord. De cirkel is rond.
Heel erg bedankt voor al de mooie jaren, je inzet en alle clubliefde die je aan de fans hebt meegegeven. Het doet iedereen goed om een Ajacied te zien die wel terugkeert naar Amsterdam om daar afscheid te nemen als speler!
Veel geluk met alles wat je gaat doen in de toekomst.
Groet, Sipke
Thanks Bro for everything. I can’t read your blog, but I know there are good things in it. I supported you from you came to Everton and never stopped supporting. Good luck
Groots. Een echte Mr Ajax. Dank je wel!
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
John je was een geweldige profvoetballer. Ik weet nog goed dat je geregeld op het middenveld speelde, samen met Sneijder en Van der Vaart. Dat waren nog eens mooie tijden! Super bedankt voor al die jaren die wij Ajacieden van jou hebben mogen genieten!
Johnny,
Dappre Strijder Fier en Koen!
Zo hoor je als trots Ajacied te handelen.
Een afscheid met trots en uit eigen beweging.
Jammer dat dit seizoen niet geworden is wat je er van gehoopt had, maar aan de andere kant…Nu herrineren wij alleen de mooie dingen!
Ga even genieten van je welverdiende rust en geef je gezin alle aandacht die zij maar nodig hebben en kom dan binnenkort als trainer ons weer naar het Leidse leiden!!!
Gouwe gozer!
Bedankt en de mazzel!
Last of the mohicans!!!!!
Amsterdam huilt……en het voetbal huilt. Respect Johnny. Bedankt!
Topper,
Bedankt voor je mooie jaren die je bij ajax hebt gespeeld. En al je mooie momenten waar jij voor hebt gezorgd je bent en blijft een topper.
We zullen je missen.
Wzawzdb! !
❌❌❌
❤️⚪️❤️
O Johnny zing een liedje voor mij alleen, O Johnny want voor mij ben je nummer 1. Dat zullen ze zondag vast heel luid voor je zingen en je verdiend het. Ik ben helaas niet in het stadion maar ik zal thuis op de bank heel hard meezingen.
Dikke knuffel .
Dankjewel
❌❌❌
JOHNNY! HELD HELD HELD!!
Bedankt voor de mooie tijden!
Thanks John. My idol for so long and an example of a player with great strength and passion.
True ajacied !!
XXX From Ireland
Bedankt voor de mooie tijden John en veel s6 met je verdere carrière. Zit a.s. zondag zeker op de tribune.
Wat een mooie woorden John! Bedankt voor alles wat je ons aller Ajax heb kunnen bieden. Namens heel Amsterdam oost: het allerbeste toegewenst!
Ook al ben ik een PSV supporter. John, je bent een topper en een geweldige sportman. Het ga je goed!!!
Lieve John,
Heel erg bedankt voor al die jaren dat jij ons op het voetbalveld en daarnaast heb vermaakt.
Mijn mooiste herinner is alweer van een paar jaar geleden. Jij kwam net terug van je zware knieblessure en ik ging met jouw op de foto ( de zoveelste keer) en kreeg je handtekening. En zoals al zoveel jaren maakte ik van elk voetbalseizoen een plakboek met het bovenstaande. Bij de eerste foto die gemaakt was had ik geschreven. Yes weer met Johnny op de foto na zijn blessure, daar schreef jij een heel verhaal bij. En dat moment koester ik nog steeds.
John heel veel plezier met wat je allemaal van plan bent. Ik hoop dat ik bij onze volgende foto kan schrijven ajaxied voor het leven.
Misschien tot dit jaar bij het heitinga tournooi.
Groetjes
John, Jij bedankt… Ik heb je debuut in het eerste mogen aanschouwen… je vreselijke knieblessure en je comeback na een lange revalidatie.
Kortom, je successen en je drama’s…
Jouw mentaliteit is het geen wat nu node gemist gaat worden.
Diep diep respect voor je besluit kerel.
Vanuit het hart zeg ik je… het ga je goed en de mazzel held!
Bedankt voor alles John!
Beste John, wat een rot bericht dat jij gestopt bent ! Ik heb je vaak opgezocht tijdens je revalidatie bij de KNVB in Zeist, samen met mijn zoontje..Zijn altijd groot fan van je geweest! Het ga je goed !!!
Dank voor je woorden en alle inzet voor onze club! Jammer dat je stop maar je bent en blijft bij Ajax.
Respect voor je Johnny, echte ajacied! Echte Baas!
Ik heb je zien komen bij Ajax en zie je nu weer gaan. Wat had ik me op speelminuten verheugd en wat hadden we je goed kunnen gebruiken in sommige wedstrijden! Voor mij nog steeds onbegrijpelijk dat je niet meer benut bent! Heb genoten van je optredens dit seizoen en ga je zondag in 426 uitzwaaien! Het ga je goed en heel erg bedankt voor alles!
Bedankt voor al je voetbal jaren, had je dit seizoen veel meer spelen bij Ajax gegund. Held, tot over een paar jaar als je coach van Ajax bent!!
Al vanaf je debuut in het eerste, tot aan vandaag altijd veel respect voor je keuzes gehad, en John , Ajacied wordt je niet dat ben je, en jij zeker.
Het ga je goed.
gr
Gerry
Johnny, bedankt voor alle jaren als topspeler voor ajax selamat!
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Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
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If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
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Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
Apple now has Rhapsody as an app, which is a great start, but it is currently hampered by the inability to store locally on your iPod, and has a dismal 64kbps bit rate. If this changes, then it will somewhat negate this advantage for the Zune, but the 10 songs per month will still be a big plus in Zune Pass’ favor.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
This is getting a bit more subjective, but I much prefer the Zune Marketplace. The interface is colorful, has more flair, and some cool features like ‘Mixview’ that let you quickly see related albums, songs, or other users related to what you’re listening to. Clicking on one of those will center on that item, and another set of “neighbors” will come into view, allowing you to navigate around exploring by similar artists, songs, or users. Speaking of users, the Zune “Social” is also great fun, letting you find others with shared tastes and becoming friends with them. You then can listen to a playlist created based on an amalgamation of what all your friends are listening to, which is also enjoyable. Those concerned with privacy will be relieved to know you can prevent the public from seeing your personal listening habits if you so choose.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
I’ll gear this review to 2 types of people: current Zune owners who are considering an upgrade, and people trying to decide between a Zune and an iPod. (There are other players worth considering out there, like the Sony Walkman X, but I hope this gives you enough info to make an informed decision of the Zune vs players other than the iPod line as well.)
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
Zune and iPod: Most people compare the Zune to the Touch, but after seeing how slim and surprisingly small and light it is, I consider it to be a rather unique hybrid that combines qualities of both the Touch and the Nano. It’s very colorful and lovely OLED screen is slightly smaller than the touch screen, but the player itself feels quite a bit smaller and lighter. It weighs about 2/3 as much, and is noticeably smaller in width and height, while being just a hair thicker.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
If you’re still on the fence: grab your favorite earphones, head down to a Best Buy and ask to plug them into a Zune then an iPod and see which one sounds better to you, and which interface makes you smile more. Then you’ll know which is right for you.
Hands down, Apple’s app store wins by a mile. It’s a huge selection of all sorts of apps vs a rather sad selection of a handful for Zune. Microsoft has plans, especially in the realm of games, but I’m not sure I’d want to bet on the future if this aspect is important to you. The iPod is a much better choice in that case.
The Zune concentrates on being a Portable Media Player. Not a web browser. Not a game machine. Maybe in the future it’ll do even better in those areas, but for now it’s a fantastic way to organize and listen to your music and videos, and is without peer in that regard. The iPod’s strengths are its web browsing and apps. If those sound more compelling, perhaps it is your best choice.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Sorry for the huge review, but I’m really loving the new Zune, and hope this, as well as the excellent reviews some other people have written, will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
The new Zune browser is surprisingly good, but not as good as the iPod’s. It works well, but isn’t as fast as Safari, and has a clunkier interface. If you occasionally plan on using the web browser that’s not an issue, but if you’re planning to browse the web alot from your PMP then the iPod’s larger screen and better browser may be important.
Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.
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The book has been translated and adapted for English speakers. The author is a professional chef and one of the most well-known culinary bloggers in Russia. She feels that the Russian cuisine is just as good as the rest of the world cuisines and wants to educate her readers about this passion of hers in a simple, easy-to-understand language.
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