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By Andrea Edmunds

The Microsoft Zune has been playing second fiddle to the Apple iPod for years now. However, when it comes to live events and party atmospheres like St. Patrick’s Day, the Zune takes center stage. Like the iPod, the Zune offers video player and music player functionality. But, unlike the iPod, the Zune has an FM radio tuner, wireless sync, video and media streaming and even Zune-to-Zune sharing.

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Value:   Excellent

The Zune might standout during lively holidays like St. Patrick’s Day, but its tried and true features are just as viable during the rest of the year. Stream video, listen to music and FM radio and even wirelessly sync your Zune with your PC for additional access to entertainment, with the Zune, you really are getting more than an MP3 player, every day of the year.

Cultural Appeal:   Excellent

With an Emerald green finish, the 8GB Zune makes a bold statement on St. Patrick’s Day and sustains it throughout the year. It might not have the same resonance as, say, a shamrock or map of Ireland, but a deceptively-simple finish helps balance out the media player, which is as diverse and handy as a Swiss Army Knife.

Party Potential:   Excellent

Whether you’re looking to stay tune into the St. Patrick’s Day Parade commentary, sync and play your Zune with another PC at a St. Patrick’s Day party, stream video and other media to your player and even share content with other Zune owners, the Zune has everything necessary to enhance any day at the parade, any evening at the pub and any night at the party. Fortunately, the Zune is also perfectly capable of doing the same year-round, St. Patrick’s Day or not.

Summary:  

Though the Zune has all the features to be a constant companion year-round, its FM tuner, wireless sync and video and MP3 player functionality make it a priceless St. Paddy’s Day asset and is certain to spice up any party.

 
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