[SOLVED] Firmware 2.1 -- Wednesday - Page 2

CameleonMK · 10-01-2007, 06:53 PM

This is great news. The space under the battery and wifi, play/pause icon anyone?

ACE · 10-01-2007, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragod

Greg, I meant enadget updated. when I went to go get my USB cord, the message was "Apparently Firmware 2.1 has been released..."

DG,

Are you saying the firmware is released??
We can hook our Zunes up and get it updated??

Deiparous · 10-01-2007, 07:25 PM

No, that was what engadget's early headline suggested. But they changed it when realizing their mistake

PDubs · 10-01-2007, 08:23 PM

Can't wait for this update. Good to see MS not screw us on it.

btonetbone · 10-01-2007, 10:48 PM

I still don't buy this picture of 2.1 Firmware. They changed the font of the word "zune" and moved the TM. Looks like a good attempt on somebody's part, but I'm not holding my breath on this. Let's hope it's not too far from the truth.

dslegends · 10-02-2007, 05:33 AM

Lets hope it is something awesome to come out and make it better. ( more like zune v2 interface)

misterk · 10-02-2007, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Nurta

'Bout time...

What is with the 'Clever... is so last week'?

that's what I was wondering too. sounds cool tho. they might inlcude a phrase every time there's a new update.

Anyway MS, need to stop playing around and give us updates every few months or so. i dont want to wait almost another year for 2.2. It's just not right...and frustrating.

misterk · 10-02-2007, 07:24 AM

stop doubting....whether those are fake pix or not...the fact is gates and allard will be making Zune announcements tomorrow. so we can at least be expecting something.

fliparsenal · 10-02-2007, 07:28 AM

around wat time?

misterk · 10-02-2007, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by fliparsenal

around wat time?

good question.

anyway...i wish 2.1 was coming out tomorrow. it will probably come out in November though, when zune 2 is released, more waiting....sigh

btonetbone · 10-02-2007, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by misterk

stop doubting....whether those are fake pix or not...the fact is gates and allard will be making Zune announcements tomorrow. so we can at least be expecting something.

How do we know that they will actually make an announcement? Have they rented a public facility and we can see the records? There is a rumor and speculation "from a close source" that there will be something...but that's it. I'll believe the rumor when I see it come true. And, seriously, if they wanted to fight the iPod, they would invite every single member of the media and make it a huge event. We'd know about it from real sources already.

Until then, I'll anxiously keep reading and hope I'm wrong. I want to see updates.

Stuart · 10-02-2007, 11:25 AM

Im crossing my fingers and i hope its gonna be good

sracer · 10-02-2007, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by btonetbone

How do we know that they will actually make an announcement? Have they rented a public facility and we can see the records? There is a rumor and speculation "from a close source" that there will be something...but that's it. I'll believe the rumor when I see it come true. And, seriously, if they wanted to fight the iPod, they would invite every single member of the media and make it a huge event. We'd know about it from real sources already.

Until then, I'll anxiously keep reading and hope I'm wrong. I want to see updates.

Why all the skepticism? So far the leaked photos and tidbits have been pretty accurate.

yensed · 10-02-2007, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by sracer

Why all the skepticism? So far the leaked photos and tidbits have been pretty accurate.

So far the only thing that can be remotely confirmed has been the pictures.

sracer · 10-02-2007, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by yensed

So far the only thing that can be remotely confirmed has been the pictures.

Sorry, but FCC filings (of the flash-based 4GB and 8GB Zune) can hardly be defined as "remotely confirmed".

ACE · 10-02-2007, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by yensed

So far the only thing that can be remotely confirmed has been the pictures.

The FCC is confirming the pics:

yensed · 10-02-2007, 12:57 PM

I have seen the FCC photo. And yes the FCC photo confirms the storage size and psychical characteristics of the Flash Zune. But it doesn't confirm the colors or capabilities. Nor does it confirm anything about a major Zune announcement or event tomorrow... I'm just waiting to fully believe anything till I hear it from Microsoft.

wirusama · 10-02-2007, 04:10 PM

Nothing like Impatience....Lol yeah Ive been waiting for a while for this..Hopefully it has some cool new features other then a few bug fixes..But i'm cool with anything

Gregory · 10-03-2007, 05:06 AM

Here is proof from zune.net

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Zune 30GB Fact Sheet
October 2007

Name: Zune� 30GB
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Category: Digital media player
Availability: New features via firmware update in November 2007

Price: $199.99 ERP1
Colors: Black, white, brown, pink, red

Product Overview: Zune 30GB continues to get better. Existing Zune 30GB owners benefit from several new features when they install the latest software update, coming this November. Enjoy your music, videos, pictures, and now podcasts — wherever and whenever you want. Listen to your favorite radio station with the built-in FM tuner or wirelessly share tracks with your friends2 to discover new music on the go. Browse the Zune Marketplace to choose from millions of songs, albums, DRM-free (without digital rights management) MP3s, music videos, podcasts and more.

Feature Details: • Your songs, your color. Choose from among five device colors: brown, pink, red, black or white.
30GB player. This Zune can hold up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 pictures or 100 hours of video.3
Beautiful color screen. A bright, durable 3-inch screen lets you enjoy your music, videos and pictures in style.
Wireless sync. Cut the cord to your PC. Refresh your Zune with new content anywhere you charge your device. Connect to your PC through your home wireless network by setting your Zune to automatically sync the latest podcasts, music and more from your stereo dock, AC Adapter or speaker dock accessory.
Zune Social, a beta online community Web site. Discover, share and leave your musical mark. Create a Zune Card and personal profile at Zune.net to reflect your musical identity. Invite friends, share song recommendations, post comments and browse member pages to discover new music and connect to other people with similar musical tastes.
Zune Marketplace. Get your fill. Over 3 million songs, albums, DRM-free MP3s, music videos, audio and video podcasts and more. Buy individual songs and albums or choose a Zune Pass to get unlimited downloads for a flat rate.
Wireless Zune-to-Zune sharing.2 Share full-length tracks of your favorite songs, albums, playlists, pictures and even audio podcasts. Listen to the full track of any song you receive up to three times, and even pass along songs you receive to other friends who have a Zune. If you like a song you receive, you can easily add it to your wish list and then buy it from your PC the next time you sync.
Recorded TV or movies to go. Zune will automatically import TV shows or movies recorded using a PC running Windows� Media Center. Record your favorites, sync to Zune and hit the road.4
Built-in FM radio. With the built-in FM tuner you can listen to your favorite local FM radio stations while you’re on the go. Advanced tuning capabilities allow you to see the name of the song and artist currently playing on select frequencies.5
Import your music. Zune software will automatically import your existing music, pictures and videos, including music you have ripped into iTunes and Windows Media� Player, even transferring your existing playlists and song ratings in one easy step. Some content may be protected by the service you purchased it from, so those files cannot be imported.
Your games. Your music. Your way. Plug your Zune into your Xbox 360� and customize the soundtrack in your favorite games. You can also stream the music, pictures and videos from the Zune software on your PC to your Xbox 360 console using a wireless connection.
Accessories. A full line of Zune accessories is available to enhance your experience wherever you are, at home, on the go, in the car or working out.

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http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...Zune30GBFS.zip

The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a prerelease software product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the software product when first commercially released. The fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it.
1 Prices herein are estimated retail prices (ERP). Actual retail prices may vary.

2 The Zune-to-Zune sharing feature may not be available for all songs on your device, and works only between Zune devices within wireless range of each other. This feature allows recipients to play full-length sample tracks up to three times.

3 Music estimates are based on 128Kbps Windows Media Audio (WMA) files, with a length of four minutes each. Pictures transferred to your Zune will be optimized for Zune screen size. Video estimates are based on 500Kbps Windows Media Video files with 128Kbps WMA audio tracks.

4 Requires a PC running Windows Vista� Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate and an integrated or external TV tuner.

5 To display station name and song information, stations must broadcast an RBDS signal. Availability may vary, so check out your favorite stations on your Zune to see if this functionality is present.

For more information, press only:
Lane Keough, Edelman, (206) 268-2283, lane.keough@edelman.com

iNsAiNoNe · 10-03-2007, 06:21 AM

i am psyched about the new fw, hopefully it comes out soon and has some cool new features. i know we're all wondering what they could possibly add...probably just a lot more fixes!

10-01-2007, 07:25 PM	#23 (permalink)
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btonetbone Zewbie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 7 Reputation: 10	I still don't buy this picture of 2.1 Firmware. They changed the font of the word "zune" and moved the TM. Looks like a good attempt on somebody's part, but I'm not holding my breath on this. Let's hope it's not too far from the truth. __________________ Ivan To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Enjoy the show! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

10-02-2007, 11:25 AM	#32 (permalink)
Stuart Graduate Zuner Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,383 Reputation: 74	Im crossing my fingers and i hope its gonna be good __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

10-03-2007, 06:21 AM	#40 (permalink)
iNsAiNoNe Zewbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1 Reputation: 10	new fw i am psyched about the new fw, hopefully it comes out soon and has some cool new features. i know we're all wondering what they could possibly add...probably just a lot more fixes!

10-01-2007, 08:23 PM	#24 (permalink)
PDubs Jr. Zuner Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 34 Reputation: 10	Can't wait for this update. Good to see MS not screw us on it.

10-02-2007, 05:33 AM	#26 (permalink)
dslegends Jr. Zuner Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Posts: 38 Reputation: 10	Lets hope it is something awesome to come out and make it better. ( more like zune v2 interface)

10-02-2007, 07:24 AM	#28 (permalink)
misterk Experienced Zuner Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 106 Reputation: 11	stop doubting....whether those are fake pix or not...the fact is gates and allard will be making Zune announcements tomorrow. so we can at least be expecting something.

10-02-2007, 07:28 AM	#29 (permalink)
fliparsenal Squirt Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 12 Reputation: 10	around wat time?

10-02-2007, 12:57 PM	#37 (permalink)
yensed Anti-Fanboy Retired Staff Zune Freak Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coos Bay, Oregon. Posts: 1,083 Reputation: 46	I have seen the FCC photo. And yes the FCC photo confirms the storage size and psychical characteristics of the Flash Zune. But it doesn't confirm the colors or capabilities. Nor does it confirm anything about a major Zune announcement or event tomorrow... I'm just waiting to fully believe anything till I hear it from Microsoft.

10-02-2007, 04:10 PM	#38 (permalink)
wirusama Squirt Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Everywhere Posts: 20 Reputation: 10	Nothing like Impatience....Lol yeah Ive been waiting for a while for this..Hopefully it has some cool new features other then a few bug fixes..But i'm cool with anything

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