Microsoft announced the very own update of Zune HD. The new firmware 4.5 for Zune HD will be bringing in some really great features, promised by Microsoft. The portable media player released back in 2009 is available in 16 and 32 GB capacities. The device features a touchscreen interface for navigation as well as Wi-Fi for synchronization. The Microsoft Metro design available on ZUNE HD has proved to be such a success that Windows Phone 7 Mobile OS has adopted the concept.
So what does the Zune HD firmware update, version 4.5 brings in?
- Zune has added the support for XviD and the AVI container, which brings in great access to the video content available all around the web.
- Zune gets powered up with the Smart DJ Mix feature, which creates an autoplaylist automatically from the chosen songs.
- Marketplace browsing via Zune Dock.
The company seems to have worked a lot upon the audio and video playback performance. Users while connected to the internet can stream music directly from the Zune Marketplace, only if you have Zune Pass subscription.
The Smart DJ feature, which has been long awaited by the users is all set to arrive with the latest update. The device would now have the capability of creating an entire playlist based on a single song of your choice. The device has been made more impressive and intelligent by adding this feature.
Zune Pass owners are being tagged as to benefit the most from the update since the player is able to download up to 30 songs over Wi-Fi. The Zune HD AV Dock allows the users to browse the Zune Marketplace and stream songs straight from the service over to the desktop.