¿ipod video or zune?

Question

i mostly want it for videos and music. there both 30gb hard drive but ipod video says it holds 7,500 songs or 25,000 photos(which i really don't care about)or 40 hours of video but zune says it holds 7,500 songs(same)or 25,000 photos(same) or 100 hours of videos(huge differences). i kinda want the zune more cause holds more videos.and does anyone know what program you use to put music on your zune? thanks for the help people.

Answer 1

I've owned both. I took two zunes back because they both had problems. I only needed one ipod and it has worked ever since. I am neither a fanboy of apple or microsoft. I am simply a consumer that knows quality.

The zune's problems that prevent it from being reliable and fun:
1. The software. It's AWFUL! Syncing problems galore!
2. Device's battery life. Even if I use settings to conserve battery life, I only get about 6 hours
3. Screen. Sure it's bigger, but it has the same resolution as an ipod. This means that your videos, album art, and pics will be fuzzy
4. Wireless Sharing. Never found anyone else with a zune to share with!

I think the main problem is the software. That was enough for me. I personally dont think the zune offers much (with the exception of a radio) that would make ipod users switch to the zune

My advice: I'd say go for an ipod, but i have a better idea:
* Go to a store that sells each one
* Make sure you can take the device back w/o any hassle (i.e. Liberal Return Policies)
* Since you are curious about the zune, buy one and spend a week with it
* If you like it, great. If you don't, be like me and take it back for an ipod

I hope I helped you out =)

Answer 2

I would stick with the ipod, the convenience is a huge deal. The zune is cool, but it's not worth the trouble. You should check the quality of the video each holds, the hour difference may be from a difference in the video quality that they hold.

Answer 3

The iPod is overrated, they don't last long and they have to be replaced very often, here's some reasons why the zune is better

1.bigger screen
2.scratch-resistant, durable
3.feels nice in the palm of your hand, really
4.has a nice UI design (way better than ipod)
5.has wi-fi feature so you can send songs & pics to other Zunes
6.has built-in FM tuner
7.you can change the background picture for the whole menu system
8.Zune software has a subscription feature so you can download a lot for 1 flat price
9.can integrate with the Xbox 360
10.you can view videos and some pics in landscape mode (on it’s side) so you just turn it on it’s left side (makes it great for watching videos)
11.you can get 14 day free-trial for Zune Marketplace
12.has the newest and latest technology
13.It can play unprotected WMA, AAC, and MP3

Answer 4

Definitely ipod man

Answer 5

The iPod video is better because it uses iTunes and lasts longer.

Answer 6

I think the iPod video is better , I have one , I put my favorite dvd and video onto it , it is wonderful
That is easy to do that , I download Cucusoft iPod Video Converter Suite to help me at http://www.oursdownload.com/convert-DVD-video-to-iPod-video.html
It is powerful .

Answer 7

you'll benifit a lot more from the ipod....i suggest getting an 80 gig...its definetly worth the money. plus...everyone has an ipod...there must be a reason for that...

Answer 8

They are both good players but go for the iPod video 80Gb gen 5.5


http://www.mp4direct.org

Answer 9

i had the 30gb ipod, it burned out in 7 months, i charged it properly and didn't abuse it.
i don't know about the zune
but i'm getting an archos 404
check out the specs on it...
http://www.amazon.com/Archos-Portable-Digital-Player-500868/dp/B000HAVWX2