Nice review by Gizmodo. The site doesn't actually review the device, rather it links to 6 reviews from PCMag, CNET, PCWorld, Wired, Yahoo Tech, Dean Takahashi (whoever that is.)
Microsoft Zune 80
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The Zune 80/120 series is a great iPod classic alternative. It's a well built player that offers the same large, HDD based storage space as its iPod counterpart, while offering a larger screen, better sound quality, wifi, fm radio, and a great subscription music service. The menu-driven UI is... Read the full review →
3 people find this review helpful
While not the flashiest PMP around, the Zune is a solid player with few real issues. If you don't mind the ecosystem approach, you're treated to a delightful experience with a Zune Pass subscription. Despite the lack of an EQ, the Zune manages to deliver a robust listening experience.... Read the full review →
3 people find this review helpful
It is a great PMP player which makes it fun to navigate. the screen size is awsome for video and it is pretty much scratch proof. If you compare it to iPod classic then Zune is much better. Right now it costs less than iPod too. Acording to CNET "The 80GB Microsoft Zune MP3 player features a... Read the full review →
2 people find this review helpful
I absolutely love my 80GB Zune.... Pair it with the Zune Pass and the Store and I personally feel that it is the best of all worlds. Download all the music you want for a set fee per month. The screen on this, although 2 generations back, still looks great! I watch all sorts of video podcasts and... Read the full review →
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I've had my Zune 80 for about a year and a half and it's been great. It's good looking and strong. I dropped it on the top left front corner and it didn't break. There is a dent in the plastic, but the Zune works perfectly and the glass didn't break/crack. The menu system... Read the full review →
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Love the "squiggle" pad or whatever you want to call it. If you don't like the iPod circle (like me) check the Zune out: takes a bit of getting used to, but is well worth your time if you're willing. While I love the idea of sharing music with friends via the wireless, it... Read the full review →
2 people find this review helpful
Since I am a (semi-)audiophile, and have a lot of lossless music, I wanted to play those files on the road. So I was in need for a high capacity player (80GB+). This left me with a limited choice: the zune 120, the ipod classic or a hard-drive based archos. Of course, ipod is evil and was immediatly... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
Got the Gears of War version so it was a solid black form but with Gears of War logo on the back. Use it to listen and watch podcasts while riding train ride, and random commuters would ask me what I was using because they see a very decent and large video playing. It wasn't extremely large but at... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
If you love having your music with you every where you go the Zune is a great choice. It has an 80 gig hard drive for all your music and movies. The sound quality is great especially when combined with the Zune premium headphones (I'm not sure if they are still included with the Zune 80 but... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
I've gone from an iPod to a Zune 1st gen 20g to this Zune 120. I got tired of figuring out what I wanted to listen to on the 20g so I went down the overkill route with the 120. Playback is great, including video. While I don't often watch long videos on it, it is nice for a plane trip. One... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
The Zune players is awesome, I love it. I love the size, the feel, and the social network. IPOD's are good, but the Zune is great. Not to mention that the Zune Marketplace has an option to pay $15 a month and download unlimited music, even though if you cancel your account all of your songs... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
The Zune 80/120 should be if not your first choice, certainly a strong competitor if you are looking for a large capacity player. Itunes has become an ungainly, and sprawling programme. The Zune software has remained more streamlined and easy to navigate. This is a real shocker considering it is a... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
Pros: - Clean interface, very easy to use (never cracked a manual) - Large, bright and beautiful screen for watching video - The Zune Social network - 802.11 Wi-Fi enabled - Zune Pass subscription benefits Cons: - Not as many artists/albums in Zune Marketplace v. iTunes - No direct integration with... Read the full review →
1 person found this review helpful
My favorite thing about the Zune is its interface. It looks great, and is my favorite interface out of all of the competitors in its class. The huge screen is nice too. Even though the quality isn't super high, the actual screen size does make a difference. It's easy to navigate with the... Read the full review →
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I picked the Zune trying to escape the iTunes Bloatware.I've been using it for the past 8 months and i'm absolutely love it.The Radio is one thing which i missed bigtime on the iPod! The Zune software is miles ahead of iTunes..anyone who doesn't have a Zune should try it out yourself... Read the full review →
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The Zune 80 remains my favorite hard drive-based media player - other than its sibiling, the Zune 120. While the hardware is solid, the screen could have used a higher resolution. The extra features (e.g. FM radio, wireless syncing, etc.) that the Zune 80 packs in when compared to the iPod... Read the full review →
0 people find this review helpful
Looks: sleek and does not scratch and accumulate fingerprints. The screen is actually glass, not plastic. Audio: gets the best out of MP3's. The equalizer that was on the 30 GB model has been removed. Why? Controls: smooth physical controls that can be operated by touch without having to look... Read the full review →
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[ORIGINAL REVIEW - SCROLL DOWN FOR THE MORE RECENT REVIEW]: Everything about this product is amazing. First of all the hardware is beautiful, and the software is very visual and majestic looking. If you're not looking for ascetics, the Z80 still has you covered. The UI is extremely easy to use... Read the full review →
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The addition of the touchpad over the original interface is excellent, plenty of storage. I never go anywhere without this device. For all it's splendor, however, the downside of the touchpad is that it can also be picky when determining if you pressed up or pressed in the center for a... Read the full review →
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Yes Zune is like an iPod when you compare the two and we are not talking iPod Touch here though Zune HD answers that comparison the two have identical features and the Zune goes a step further having the somewhat pointless FM radio. The Zune software provides those who love music with an easy way of... Read the full review →
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All things considered I really liked the way the UI functioned, I sold my Zune 120 and replaced it with an iPod nano, which I have since sold as I cannot stand the way the UI functions and I despise iTunes. I will most likely be buying another Zune 120 before they are all gone. Read the full review →
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Great player for taking lots of movies or music on a long trip. I would like more media support and a video library filing system. Read the full review →
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