Originally Posted By: hybrid8
FM radio is not the way to do it. It's a huge negative on a feature list if you ask me.


Funny you should say that, for myself it's the unique selling point.

FM Radio on the Zune, and now HD Radio on the ZuneHD, is a feature I hold in high regard. While I can listen to a number of podcasts to get my NPR fix, podcasts only go so far.

Often I am listening to a particularly interesting story in the car only to arrive at my destination before the conclusion. With the radio in the Zune I don't have to sit in my car until it's over.

There are also a bunch of other interesting uses. The RDS information is useful and the ability to tag songs played over radio for future purchase has potential.

MS claims the radio has been a significant distinguishing feature for the Zune. I would have to agree.

The one element of the ZuneHD that I find lacking is the rumored lack of HHD. I find this trend disappointing.
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