Zune enters its sophomore year starting this morning. As previously mentioned, the new Zune devices and marketing are simply divine. Short of running out and dropping a chunk of change on a device, the new client app will provide plenty of geeky entertainment.
Perhaps most important update to the Zune client software is the support for MP3 files. No longer will moving your library require a massive format conversion. The next bit that I personally appreciate most is the evolution of track rating. As opposed to an overly granular five-star system, Zune simply allows you to mark a song as loved or unloved. Oh and the user interface is stunning. Typography is a given special treatment, and your local library, the online marketplace, and device management all maintain the same visual style and continuity.
Last but certainly not least, the social functionality looks to be extremely interesting. Because your Zune identity is the same as that on Xbox Live, we all start off with a pile of friends. You can customize the graphics to your heart’s content (they even provide pixel measurements), or choose from an already beautiful collection. I can’t wait to watch my Zune profile grow with friends.
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