Reviving a Microsoft Zune in 2023

Need tunes for your space travels? It's 2023 and the Zune is still a fantastic media player, even in the far reaches of the galaxy. However, there can be challenges in getting your Zune running on modern operating systems. Scott Hanselman takes you on a journey as he loads Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” footage onto his collection of Zunes. Watch and see how to get yours back from junker shop to tip-top shape.


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[nask]

I can't believe I'm watching an official Microsoft video about that Zune in 2023. Incredible.

[theformerkaiser]

As a part of a Zune community, I never thought I’d see the day when MS recognized us or the brand again

[keyD]

Can we just all agree that we want Zune and the Music Pass back? Also whilst you're at it, bring back Windows Phones, please and thank you

[razzledev]

Hey! Zune community member here, thanks a lot for showing the zune some love, all these years later. Us zune goons never go away!

[robcarrol]

The Zune software was awesome, was miles ahead of iTunes. The integration with the Windows Phone was amazing as well.

[justinp]

It's so great to see Microsoft acknowledge Zune. Not only was it a well-designed, gorgeous brand, it was also extremely well loved by its users and had such a fun community. And it actually catered to music lovers and audiophiles, just like Xbox caters to gamers. Both the hardware and software were so unique and innovative and intuitively designed. The hardware came in unique form factors and colours, and allowed for diehard fans to customize the back with cool artwork by various artists, and also came in gorgeous packaging that came with a poster of the same artwork. The UX and UI of the software (both on the device itself and on the desktop) was so smooth, so unique, and had beautiful animations and customizations. Microsoft should really think about revitalizing the Zune brand while the brand is back again in the spotlight with this movie promotion. Currently Music discovery is missing on Windows, and they rely on Spotify instead, which is great as well. Would REALLY love to see a collaboration with Zune and Spotify. Maybe a Zune phone - A Windows phone catered to audiophiles, with Spotify/Apple Music/etc. integration. premium sound, and artwork customization? This would be a great way to win back consumers to Microsoft.

[BigSurTech]

2022-Apple discontinues iPod
2023-Microsoft brings Zune back

[jndyap]

It's great that Microsoft acknowledge Zune and their iconic branding in 2023.

[ScottWallace]

I did not have an official Microsoft video talking about reviving a Zune on my 2023 bingo card, but I am ALL here for it! I just wish they took the time to release an updated official tool to fix the support in Windows 10/11 so it works properly. But nonetheless, I appreciate this greatly and very useful! I still got my Zune 80 and HD, I'll treasure them forever.

[ZvZxlcVjaMu]

Microsoft, PLEASE open source some Zune stuff. I want to breath some new life into my beloved MP3 players.

[seanjones]

Really cool to see the Zune get some love again in 2023. Thanks for making this, hopefully Zune can make a comeback in a new form. ❤

[zacharylayne]

The Zune was so awesome!!!

Imagine Microsoft offering a boutique 3D printed 2023 Zune.

[skywalkerloki]

Wow, I can’t believe the company, Microsoft actually acknowledged the existence of r/Zune, also I wonder if Zunes are going to go back on sale cause I want to buy another one for my friend

[saulgoodman]

RIP Zune. The greatest mp3 player ever made

[PanelDaze]

Proud owner of a 2009 80gb Zune. Loved loved loved it...the interface the UI, the haptics, the UX...the look, touch and feel...and the software which was a bomb even on desktop app. I ve never loved any music app so much.

[stephenpatterson]

The fact it's a video about Zune from the official Microsoft channel is wild
The fact it's ALL AN ELABORATE AD is hilarious

[Jazzy_Waffles]

I still have my brown Zune 30, and was excited to see it at the end of GotG2, and of course in GotG3. I have so many memories of using my Zune, and using the Zune media player. It was my daily driver for so many years, even when the Zune HD came out, I never really upgraded. Happy to see Microsoft revisit the Zune, even if it's just for a small GotG3 tie in, and STEM. Very exciting!

[Internatube]

I unironically love how Microsoft is supporting decades old technology in support of a major blockbuster film

Also Microsoft: "Here's how to access the backdoor of our products, since we no longer support it officially"

[usparks]

MS Zune player on PC is still Microsoft's best Music player on PC. I used it till I updated to windows 10, and started streaming my music from spotify.

[davidwave]

The Zune and Zune Pass were ahead of their time. The only reason I have Spotify now is because My Zune Pass became an Xbox Music Pass, which then got funneled into Spotify when it shuttered. Would love a Zune that runs Spotify so I can have a dedicated music player.