did Odion write the title?

:)

I guess it could take a small dent in iTouch's dominance, but really the ipod brand is just too huge right now to even think micro can make a significant impact this early. If all the rumors are true and the price is right the Zune HD will do well but "Destroy Iphone/Itouch" is laughable at best.

But Zune is a johnny come lately (just like ALL MS products) hack job piece of sh*t.

I thought I'd rewrite it for this guy to provide a less biased article:

"
'ZuneHD vs iPod Touch: Clash of the Titans?'

On Tuesday the 28th of May 2009, Microsoft took the lid off their ZuneHD device. Mark that day in your calendar, folks; it’s also the day they effectively laid down the gauntlet to Apple. If the leaked specifications are true then next week’s E3 exposition could be a monumental shift for portable device lovers, gamers, music, and video lovers. ZuneHD is a device that will allow 720p video content to be displayed via an output. Along with existing Zune features, Microsoft have included a revolutionary service: HD Radio. This allows for enhanced digital music and podcasts.

This reincarnation of the Zune will feature an OLED multi-touchscreen that boasts greater clarity than those used in other portable media devices. All of these features, combined with an in-built web browser and Xbox Live Arcade games, herald the death of the Ipod Touch. One reason for this is because of the potential synergetic relationship between the Xbox 360 and the ZuneHD. Although previous attempts by Sony haven’t worked out as the consumer would have liked, Microsoft has the ability to try to better their rivals and create a truly integrated community of products

The ‘Video Marketplace’ that is available through the Xbox 360’s NXE interface is set to be renamed the ‘Zune Marketplace.’ This is an effort to immediately make the consumer aware that the content available on the Xbox 360 is also available for their ZuneHD device. There is hope that this integration will create an environment similar to that found in Apple’s iTunes that will pave the way for new music deals with both major and independent distribution companies. If this is the case, then there is enormous potential for e-books and other digital media to be made available for this device.

There are rumours abound that Microsoft will be incorporating Nvidia’s Tegra technology to give the ZuneHD that extra bite over it’s competitors. This is perfect not only for Microsoft, but also for Nvidia because they are constantly looking for ways to push their GPU technology to new heights.
The Operating System of the device is said to comprise components of WinMobile and Windows 7. This could be seen as a wise move for Microsoft because all of the clamour and love for the Windows 7 beta could prove beneficial to this new OS.

There is also potential for further development of the ZuneHD in the future if this product does well commercially. Its almost a certainty that phone companies would want to develop this into a phone if it makes a great impact upon the sale of iPods.

What do you think? Does Microsoft’s ZuneHD look like it has the ability to seriously impact the sales of Apple’s iPod and iPhone?"

you should take his job

Haha! I'd have no time for trying to seriously hold down a blogging job. I've just finished my second year of university, so doubt I'll have the time in my third year!

I just hate reading articles that have such a biased spin. I believe all news that is reported should be completely objective and the reader should make up their own mind.