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Netflix Plus Zune Anyone?
Anything But iPod —
... Today the Zune is getting a small update to version 3.1. Official Zune blogger Cesar tells us that Zune users will get a few more games added to the default firmware (Checkers, Sudoku, Space Battle, and an updated version of Texas Hold’em). There will also be a new music discovery feature called “like minded listeners” and additional back end updates. ...
Zune Firmware 3.1 Released, Comes With Three Free Games [Microsoft]
Gizmodo —
... The Zune 3.1 update is available now. It includes some major navigation updates to Zune Social, three free games (Checkers, Sudoku and Space Battle) and "incremental" stability/performance updates to the Zune PC software and Zune firmware. It all sounds like good stuff to us, so go update and succumb to the Sudoku revolution today! [Zune Insider] ...
Microsoft Announces Zune 3.1 Update
DailyTech Blog Feed —
Update adds minor fixes and new free games Microsoft's Zune may not have overthrown the iPod dynasty as it had hoped to do, but some Zune fans have found themselves to be happy with the device. Microsoft has announced a new incremental update for Zune players that add some new features for fans to enjoy. The update being released today adds some new free game titles, refreshes the Zune Social, and adds incremental updates to the Zune software. The new games added with the 3.1 update include Checkers, Sudoku, and Space Battle. New modes will also be added to Texas Hold'em ...
Zune 3.1
SuperSite Blog —
... Microsoft unexpectedly released an update to the Zune PC software and device firmware today, bringing both up to version 3.1. Here’s the news from the Zune Insider blog: ...
Zune 3.1 update out today - now featuring Sudoku!
Engadget —
... We asked how you would change the Zune 3.0 software and Microsoft responded -- by upgrading Texas Hold 'Em. In addition to adding a multiplayer mode and some new single player difficulty levels to the venerable card game, the 3.1 update (out today) should find ...
Zune 3.1 update now available
CrunchGear —
The latest Zune update isn’t anything ground breaking but it does bring some updates to the Zune Social feature and a hand full of free games. Plus, the Zune PC software is a bit more stable after after the update. Simple jump into the PC software and click, “Check for updates.” Don’t forget, even the old Zunes can be updated to receive all the latest goodies.
Zune now cheaper than that other device you’re going to buy anyway
VentureBeat —
... Microsoft also released a software update (3.1) for the Zune today which included an update to its Texas Hold ‘Em game, and a few new bundled games including Checkers, Sudoku and Space Battle. It also updates the Zune Social features, according to Zune Insider. ...
Zune Software update
Geek In Disguise —
Zune software has had an update today. As Zuneinsider notes: Starting today, Zune gets a little update which will bring a handful of free games, a refresh to Zune Social and incremental improvements to the software. On the games front, we are giving away three new additions, Checkers, Sudoku and Space Battle, plus a new multiplayer mode and single player difficulty levels for Texas Hold’em. The team also did some great work the Zune Social visual ...
Microsoft rolls out new 3.1 update for the Zune
Gadgetell —
... In addition, they added a new feature which figures out how the music you frequently listen to compares with the music of your friends.
On a not so interesting note, Microsoft also improved upon the play count feature and when you go to synchronize your content between the PC and the Zune - overall adding more stability. To get this update now, you want go on the Zune software for your computer, go to settings and then check for updates.
Via [Zune Insider]
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Zune flash PMP price-cut, plus firmware v3.1 released
SlashGear —
... and launched version 3.1 of the media device’s firmware. Those unaffected by the lure of the iPod can now pick up a 4GB Zune for $99, down from $129, while the largest, 16GB Zune drops to $179 from $199. ...
Linkpost | 11.19.2008
TechBlog —
... NASA Successfully Tests First Deep Space Internet - And we'll need this when we're all vacationing on Mars. • The Real Dan Lyons bails on blogging - After editors forced him to pull down several posts (language alert). • Offended moms get tweet revenge over Motrin ads - User of Twitter and other social networks put enough pressure on Motrin's manufacturer that it pulled the ads. • Microsoft chopping Zune prices - Below prices for similar iPods. And Zune 3.1: Update Your Zune! • HP anounces world's first multi-touch notebook, TouchSmart ...
Microsoft Zune 3.1 Update: Go get it
PR News: —
... minded listeners” feature which will let users compare music tastes with one another on the service.
Overall the update will give you more increase in stability and of course performance with the Zune PC application and of course the device firmware. There is now improved play count reporting as well as content synchronization, you will get many free things as well like Sudoku, Space Battle and Checkers. Go get it now what you waiting for.
Source – ZuneInsider via Engadget.
Zune Software Updates to 3.1, Adds Games, Improves Social Features and Stability [Zune]
Lifehacker —
[image] Zune Insider reports that Microsoft has updated the Zune firmware to 3.1 , adding three new free games (Checkers, Sudoku, and Space Battle) and improving the Zune Social feature with better looks and a "like minded listeners" feature that shows you how your taste compares to your friends. Aside from the fun stuff, the update also promises improved stability and performance. To update, just launch the Zune software and go to Settings -> Check for Updates. Zune lovers, let's hear how you like it in the comments.
MS unveils "keep 10" deal for Zune Pass music subscribers
Yahoo! Tech Advisors —
... for the 4G, 8G, and 16GB flash-based Zunes ($30, $10, and $20 off, respectively), and new firmware (which includes three new games, tweaks to the Zune Social, and bug fixes). So, quick poll: Who's a fan of unlimited subscription music services, and who isn't? Does Microsoft's new "keep 10" policy sweeten the deal? Or are DRM-protected tunesâunlimited or notâa deal-breaker for you? ...
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