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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
In this day and age, it may seem that there is no such thing as free Zune downloads. This is especially a sensitive topic because anything that might be for free on the Internet is more than likely to be illegal or infected with a virus or spyware. It is especially a very sensitive issue one is downloading free content from illegal sites because this sort of activity is punishable by law. So just keep in mind that if you are looking for something that is free and legal, it will be more difficult than you might think.
Is There Free Zune Content Online?
Is there actually free content for the Zune device or for any mp3 player for that matter? The answer is yes. Free zune downloads does not necessarily mean that you will not pay some sort of fee ever.
One-Time Payment - The real meaning behind the free content is that there is a one time fee involved that will allow a person to access sites that offer unlimited amounts of content for a lifetime. Why is this considered free? Because the consumer only needs to pay once for the access and the content is forever at his or her fingertips.
Freebies - There are also some sites that allow you to download limited files as a way to try out their service first. They will allow maybe 2 or 3 files to be downloaded completely free before a user decides whether or not to pay for the subscription. This is a smart way to let users preview a sites service before taking the subscription plunge, which will only really set one back somewhere between $50 and $60.
Where Can I Find This Free Content?
There are many third-party websites that allow the unlimited downloading of Zune content. These are all accredited sites. Some of these sites can vary in fee and in content.
Music and Images - There are sites that offer all sorts of content from music to video and images. They give out free unlimited downloads for a one-time fee of about $40. After that, a user is free to download anything and everything that is available on the site for as long as he or she wishes.
Packages - Another site lets you avail of a year’s worth of downloading, 2 years worth, or even a lifetime membership. A monthly cost will only set one back less than $3! Imagine being able to download hundreds of movies and tracks just for a mere $3.
Boasting of about 300 million files of movies, TV shows, software, images, and games, this site is really simple to join and also offers a lifetime membership of downloads. A simple sign up and a one-time fee can give one access to free Zune Downloads forever.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
If you have the new player from Microsoft, then perhaps you’ve heard of getting free Zune videos off of the Internet. Downloading free videos is an activity that’s becoming more and more popular because many sites are now offering lifetime unlimited downloads to customers who pay a one-time fee.
With this, downloads are available to them forever and you could also be one of those people if you just care to subscribe to one of those services. There are also a couple of other ways to get free downloads into your Zune. Let’s explore all your options so that you can figure out what to do.
Convert Your Own
Got your own DVD collection? Then you just may already have your own library of Zune videos waiting to be synced to your device. It’s a simple process that requires you to have a computer with a DVD drive and the necessary software that will allow you to convert the DVDs into a digital format that will be readable by your device.
You also have to make sure that all the settings are correct, especially when it comes to the size of the Zune screen which is about 240×320 pixels. This is one way to get source video files for free into your Zune.
Practical Downloading
Download Sites - Being able to convert your videos to some people may be quite a hassle because there are a lot of tedious tasks to take care of. But one doesn’t have to do this when professionals have already done most of the work already. There are Internet sites that offer an unlimited source of free Zune videos. This means that whatever you download off of these sites are already playable on the Zune and you don’t have to go through the hassle of changing screen sizes, or choosing the right audio source, etc.
Subscription - Everything’s been done for you and all you have to do is subscribe to one of these sites for a lifetime membership that will cost maybe $60 in total for the access to videos included, and download to your hearts content. Now that is the best way to get free Zune videos.
YouTube Rip Clips
YouTube Converter - Now, you might be one of those people who enjoy reality video clips like those found on YouTube, a very popular video sharing site. Did you know that you can rip those videos and then use them on your Zune? It’s a little more tedious than just converting DVD’s but it is worth it in the end if you a re big fan of searching for funny and entertaining video clips online. Then you can look and then download a program to convert these FLV files from YouTube into MPEG4, MOV, or WMV which can be played on your Zune. Simply sync to watch free Zune videos once you are done.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
There are many
Zune video downloads available on the Internet these days. Many of these sites are very quick to claim that they give the best quality movies and best quality video clips over other sites.
This may be true or not but in many cases this is not a very consistent claim. This is especially true of many sites that offer no-money-down free content that can either be pirated or just plain low quality. So where can one go to get the best video downloads?
Cheap - Probably the best place to get video downloads that are of high quality visually and audibly is through paid download sites. Now, there are some sites that offer unlimited download for free but they are not totally free. However, they are not very expensive either.
This is the way it works. Many free download sites now offer a service, whether it’s monthly, yearly, or forever. This service allows one to download as much as he wants as long as the subscription is paid for. For example, a person can pay less than $3 a month for a whole year and then download as much as he or she wants. For an extra charge, movies can also be made available for download. That is virtually a free service because it is definitely cheaper than actually buying a movie on DVD.
One-Time Payment - There is also the option of opting for a lifetime membership that can cost anywhere between $40 and $60. This is a one time fee that a person can pay for unlimited downloads. Since the service is paid for, the videos are also bound to be in the best quality possible and this is therefore a way to get the best Zune video downloads onto your player.
Converting Videos - Got your own DVD collection? Well, if you do then you will know that DVD quality is probably one of the best kinds of quality that a movie can get. So why not rip the contents of that DVD so that you can have DVD quality movies playing on your Zune? This is very possible with all the software that can be purchased online these days.
Freewares Online - You can buy a converter or download a freeware version online and start copying your DVD’s, converting them into a size and format that is suitable for your Zune player. Then you can sync the movies onto your player. Voila! You will have DVD quality movies on your Zune player.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
Microsoft has released one of the best devices on the market, the Zune Player. With it, one can enjoy the experience of watching movies on Zune anytime, anywhere. The Zune is a multimedia player that does more than allow one to view video clips.
Various Formats - It can also hold music, display all sorts of pictures in various formats, and there is also software and games designed specifically on the platform. However, it is watching movies on its large and beautiful screen that affects consumer decisions the most when they are in the market for a new mp3 / video player. Let’s take a look at the advantages of owning a Zune as a video player.
Screen Estate
The Zune Screen - One of the highlights of the Zune player is its 240×320 pixel screen that is so large that you don’t have to strain your eyes when you are watching a video clip or a movie. This is one of the largest screens on a portable mp3 / video player in the market.
The 3-inch screen is brightly lit and if you were to download or convert a DVD onto this device, the quality would be no different than if you were watching on a television screen. The crisp and clear display is something that many Zune owners look forward to whenever they use this device.
Availability Of Videos
Zune Formats - Another advantage of the Zune player is that it can play video in one of three formats: MPEG4, WMV, and MOV. These are the major video formats and the most used on mobile devices and computers these days. And because these formats are the most common, it is not a surprise to see the large amounts of video content that can be downloaded off of the Internet through various subscription-based unlimited video providers.
Zune Membership Sites - There are many sites that offer all sorts of options. For about $60 in total (and even less) these sites can give members access to their thousands of various video clips and movies. And the best thing is that members can download them forever. This means that availability of clips for the device is endless.
Mobility
Sure, it may be common to watch movies on a mobile device that has such a small screen. But movies on Zune are just such a delight to the senses. Not only does the 30 gigabyte storage allow one to keep at least ten full feature films in the device, the 80 gigabyte version allows even more monster storage!
Sharing Capability - Also, short video clips can be shared over WIFI between Zune users. Now this brings mobility to a whole new level. Imagine sharing your favorite video clips with friends and family so they can take them around showing other people as well. It’s definitely an experience that Microsoft thought about clearly.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
Got your new Zune? Great. You can start to enjoy content like your favorite Zune movie. The Zune is a multimedia device that will allow you to play all sorts of files like music, images, some special software, and movies.
It is really easy to put the movies into your Zune as well, as long as they are of the right size and the right format for the player to be able to play them. This means that your movies should be in MPEG4, MOV, or WMV formats. They should also be in a size equal to the size of the screen of your Zune which is 240×320 pixels.
Where Can I Get Videos?
Zune Sites - The Zune is something unique in a sense that Microsoft has allowed users to get all sorts of content off of a special site as well. Microsoft has provided its users with a site specifically designed to help users build communities and share content within those communities. The content is specifically for the Zune player device. This means that you can get videos from friends and community members on the site. Of course, if you want to watch a Zune movie, there are monthly subscription sites and some third-party sites that offer Zune content. There are also some sites that give the content for free but they are not too dependable.
Unlimited - The great thing about these sites is that you only have to pay a one-time fee. Paying that fee gives you the privilege of downloading Zune content for a lifetime! Other sites will allow you the same privilege on a monthly basis which is still good especially if the movie that you want can’t be found on other sites.
I Want My DVD Collection On Zune
Convert - Microsoft packs the Zune with a converter that will allow you to bring your whole CD collection into your Zune. However, they do not pack software that can be used to convert videos. But there is software that you can get on the Internet for free.
This software is a converter that will allow you to convert your DVDs into a playable format for your Zune! All you have to do is stick the DVD into your compatible drive on your computer and with a few clicks and settings on the software you can convert your favorite movies into a format best for the Zune player.
Sync It - Once you have the converted file, you just have to rename it and place it in the folder that your Zune recognizes as the place on your computer where it should sync all movie files. Then you can show off all your movies to your friends.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
Zune videos are probably the best kind to have. It boasts of large screen of the player as well as the awesome sound that it produces.
Monthly Subscriptions - One can also get free or monthly subscription videos from sites but what about all those amateur and funny videos that everybody has been watching on YouTube? There is no way to stream the videos directly on the Zune player but with the right tools and processes, you too can have the YouTube videos played on your Zune.
The Format
Keep in mind that Zune players play one of three formats: MOV, WMV (which is the Microsoft Windows standard codec), and MPEG4. YouTube videos are never on this format. In fact, YouTube videos are more likely to be in the 3GP format that is recorded by mobile devices from phones or in the FLV format that is actually Flash-based video.
This makes the video lighter and therefore easier to stream online. But the beauty of this is that the videos on YouTube can be ripped and therefore can be converted into Zune videos that can be used on the player.
What You Need
Internet Access - To get all these FLV videos, you will need access to YouTube and thus a computer and an Internet connection. You will then need software called YouTuber Video Downloader. Once installed, right click on the icon and then select the New Download option. You then add a new download by copying and pasting a link of your desired YouTube video into the box next to the word URL. Choose a folder where you would like to save the video and click OK.
Getting Freeware - Now, the next thing you need is a freeware and this can also be downloaded for free online. This software can convert FLV files to MPEG4 and it can also convert many other types of formats. All you have to do is configure all the settings so that the output of the video will be MPEG4. Select the flash video that you downloaded from YouTube and drag it into the empty space in the software. Click the Encode button and just wait for the file to be converted.
Sync It - Now, once you have the video converted, all you have to do is sync your Zune with your PC. Make sure that the new MPEG4 is in the folder where the Zune checks for videos. This is one of the best ways to get videos that you want from YouTube and if you can find videos from other sites in the FLV format and download them, you can go through the same conversion process to make them playable on your Zune. A simple sync of the converted files and you can enjoy your new Zune videos downloaded from YouTube!
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
If you got yourself the latest Zune player, you’d probably want to know how to get that DVD down load on Zune? It’s not an easy process. It can be a tedious process but if you have a DVD collection that you would like to convert for specific viewing on your Zune, then this is the best way to do it. First, you will need to get to know all the tools that you will need to be able to make this possible.
A Computer Connected
Hardware - First thing you need is hardware. A computer with a DVD drive is the most essential thing to have and if you don’t already have DVD conversion software, you will also need an Internet connection to either purchase or download one for free. It is essential that you have a DVD drive that is able to read all your movies otherwise you will no be able to convert all your movies.
Getting the Software - The next thing you need to make DVD down load on Zune successful is conversion tools. These software tools are available for purchase from different companies. There’s a company that offers a great package with their Vegas software that allows you to even edit the video that you rip from the DVD.
All-In-One Converter - Another software is an all in one conversion solution that will allow you to convert movies into Zune format with just a few clicks. You will also need the actual Zune software to sync the movies that you convert into the device.
The Process - First thing that you should do is load the movie into the DVD drive just as you would load it into an ordinary player. If the movie starts as soon as you load it, stop the movie and close the player on your computer. Keep the disc inside the DVD drive. Now, open the software tool that you just purchased or downloaded and choose the settings that will make the software convert the DVD into a 240×320 pixel sized video in MPEG4, MOV, or WMV formats.
Proper Format - These formats are the only three that can be played on the Zune device. Pick a folder where you would like the end product to be saved and then click the encode button. You will probably have to wait a while for a whole movie to be converted but once it is done, simply transfer the converted file to the sync folder where the Zune picks up files. You now have a movie that can be played on your Zune.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
When it comes to Microsoft’s Zune, you too can start watching videos for Zune. It’s multimedia capable. If its short clips and trailers, you can also share them with friends using the WIFI technology built into the player. Whatever you would like to do with the videos, Microsoft has made sure that it makes the experience simple and fun. But you have to start somewhere since Zune videos are not built into the device when you purchase it. So where can you get the videos that you want to watch and share?
Download Them - The best place to find videos for your Zune player is on the Internet. There are all sorts of sites that offer all sorts of content for your Zune. As long as the content can be played on the Zune then it can be synced to the device for play on the go.
Zune Sites - There is a site that Microsoft specifically made for Zune members to share their experiences with the device. It is also a place where you can find different video clips, pictures, and some music that you can share with people who have Zune devices. All you have to do is sign up to the site, register your Zune there and you are set to go. There are even forums where members share information about third-party sites for content like videos for Zune players.
What about third-party sites? Some sites have the permission to share Zune-based content like music, pictures, software, and movies. These sites are usually subscription-based which means that you can take advantage of all the content that you want for a monthly fee.
Zune has one third-party site that has millions of customers who download their content every day and they also have a library of up to 300 million files of games, music, movie files, etc. This is a great place to get Zune content and is probably one of the best third-party sites on the Internet for the Zune right now. Imagine access to this library for less than $3 a month! You can also get unlimited access for a lifetime for about $35. An extra $15 will get you unlimited movie downloads as well.
Free Downloads - Another site offers fast downloads and unlimited access. The site offers many movie files that are of good digital quality and for about $40 you can also get unlimited access. It’s also very easy to sign up and once can use different methods to pay the one time charge, depending on the plan one gets.
Several Options - The third site boasts of the best collection of video clips and movies that once can enjoy for a lifetime. For just about $40, a Zune user can take advantage of the whole library found here that features sports, movies, TV shows, cartoons, etc. One also can get a free video converter to help convert other files to make them playable on the Zune. Now that’s one of the best videos for Zune deals available to the market to date.
Video Converter - One also can get a free video converter to help convert other files to make them playable on the Zune. Now that’s one of the best videos for Zune deals available to the market to date.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
Perhaps the most sensitive and hard to find files on the Internet aside from copyrighted music are copyrighted
Zune video downloads. But the Zune was built to view videos and movies and this is exactly the kind of content that people want to download off of the Internet for free and legally. Not that it’s difficult to find videos for the Zune. In fact, there are many legal sources that will allow for the download of videos and other files. The trick is looking for them.
Download Sites
Online - The first and most obvious place to look is on the Internet. However, you must be mindful of which ones are legal and which ones are offering you stolen property. Piracy is a very sensitive issue especially when it comes to video and movies. There are a couple of sites that will allow you to get Zune video downloads for free.
There is a site offers millions of different files available for download for free and for a fee. Now free does not mean that there is no monthly or lifetime membership. Basically what you are paying for is access and it can cost you about $40 for an unlimited plan. You will then be able to download all the videos and movies that you want for the rest of your life!
More Downloads - Need access to more than just music and movies? There is a site just for you. Like most other sites that offer unlimited download for a lifetime fee, there is one catch. You may have to pay a little extra to unlock all the movies that you want to download for a lifetime. However, the fee is minimal and is only a one time deal.
Rip It
Converter - The other way to get video into your Zune is to rip or convert it. Ripping involves having software that is able to copy the contents of a DVD and converting it into a format that is playable on the Zune device. There are many software packages available online that can do this and they are not for free but they are worth every penny.
The Format - You can also rip video in FLV or flash-movie format. Still there is still a process that needs you to use software to first rip it and then convert it so that the file can be viewable on your Zune player.
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Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 |
Many people all over the world are asking about “legal
Zune music downloads“. Zune is unlike other popular media devices. It frees owners from DRM download requirements. DRM or digital rights management is copyright information embedded on mp3s. Most mp3s are encoded with DRM, which prohibits downloaders from distributing songs. Because of DRM restriction, it is now possible to legally download Zune music. But where can you find them?
Zune MarketPlace
Zune Marketplace is like the iTunes of iPod. But don’t be confused. Playing iTunes songs on your Zune player can be a little challenging. iTunes mp3s are not compatible with a Zune device because of the embedded DRM. So, the safest way is to download a song from Zune Marketplace. The Marketplace has most of the songs available on iTunes since Microsoft, the manufacturer of Zune, has partnered with America’s biggest recording labels: Sony BMG, EMI, Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group.
Zune Marketplace works on a pay-per-download business model. Each user has to register, buy the Zune credits and pay for each song you download. Every now and then, you will come across some free legal Zune music downloads. These are normally distributed by new independent singers and musicians.
Premium MP3 Services
These websites are neither connected with any media device manufacturers nor with recording labels. Premium mp3 websites are online retailers that offer mp3 downloads on either a subscription free or a per download basis. Most of these websites offer a free 30-day trial with limited number of downloads. You can try out the service for one month, and on the first day after the 30th, you will then be charged for every download you make.
All songs in these websites are legal and they also come with a download manager, a piece of software that works pretty much like the Zune Software. It allows you to manage your downloads, and even synchronize the download manager with your device. Just make sure though that the website offers compatible Zune formats.
Online Streaming Radio Stations
Online streaming radio stations are another good source of legal Zune music downloads. You can see the details of each song they are playing such as the artist and title. Normally, there is a direct link to their online stores where you can get quality downloads.
Free mp3 download sites are certainly not good resources for Zune music downloads. Don’t take any chances. You’ll most likely get adwares or malicious programs that will just harm your device. Another thing, never share or post your mp3s on the internet because you are expected to be responsible with your legal Zune music downloads.
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