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Microsoft: “Zune is not dead” Rumors of the Zune brand's demise are greatly exaggerated, according to Microsoft. And to prove it, the Zune HD is finally on sale in Canada. Years ago Microsoft was all geared up to unleash its “iPod killer” Zune media players…only to find that the only thing able to put a dent in Apple’s iPod juggernaut was Apple itself, with it’s iPhone and other iOS devices. Now, Redmond’s attention has decidedly shifted to its new Windows Phone 7 mobile platform and high-profile partnership with Nokia, leading many to speculate about the fate of Microsoft’s Zune brand. According to the Zune Insider podcast, Zune is live and well. “I guess the meta-point here, bubble-up one level, whatever analogy you want to use: Zune is not dead.” said Microsoft’s Matt Akers. “We still have jobs, right? I still like, get my paycheck.” Aside from emphasizing Zune is still alive within Microsoft—and “will never die!” according to Akers—there’s precious little information coming out...

Windows Phone Review: So Far, So Excellent A couple of days ago, Android problems with my Exchange calendar at work triggered a need for a new smartphone.  After seriously considering an iPhone 4, I decided to get a Windows Phone. It's not every day you get to learn a major new phone OS, so I thought I'd share some of my novice experiences with it. The executive summary: So far (and admittedly that's not been very far yet), it's been excellent, while granting leniency for its young age. Why did I choose a Windows Phone? I've used an iPhone 3GS for quite a while, and this little HTC Aria with the Exchange 2010 calendar sync problems for about six months. I've also used a Blackberry, if using one counts back when the device actually LOOKED like its namesake blackberry. I work in an Exchange mail environment, use Office, and I'm a huge OneNote fan. It seemed like a good idea to try the new player, especially since I'd heard good early experiences about it ...