Zune launch details revealed

Microsoft disclosed additional details about its upcoming Zune music player, including the launch date and price. The Zune will hit retail shelves November 14th, priced at $249.99. That price matches the cost of Apple's comparable 30GB iPod. Unlike the iPod, however, the Zune can share music files directly between devices, regardless of whether a WiFi hotspot is present. The Zune subscription service will run $15 a month, while a la carte tracks can can be purchased for 79 cents each. Additionally, users can apply their Microsoft Points credits from Xbox Live Marketplace to buy songs. There also will be a series of accessory packs available, ranging in price from $20 to $100.

For more details on the Zune launch:
- check out the CNET article

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