Microsoft Urges Australian to not use Zune yet

 An article by the Sydney Morning Herald has said that Microsoft is urging it’s Australian customers not to buy the Zune yet. The move comes after a retailer by the name Mwave began selling the units through their online store. The reason behind the move is because Microsoft believes that the users will not get the best possible experience if they purchase a unit designed for the US.

 A Microsoft spokeswomen made the following comments regarding US Zunes in Australia:

“It’s very flattering that Australian retailers are showing this level of interest in the Zune range. However … any Zune product purchased in Australia right now wouldn’t be supported technically, which includes a local online music store, accessory support and integration with local artists.”

 This is the same deal I believe for more of the world other that US seeing there are big differences between each country. Microsoft should come out and sell these machines worldwide soon. It has been 5 months and word of even the second generation machines is coming out. So hopefully it wont take too long.

Dec 20th, 2:12 am

By:
Mike

Zune in Australia

I have been getting a few emails of people asking where they can get a Zune if they are like me and live in Australia. Even though its not out in Aus yet (should be by early to mid 2007) you can purchase one from Mwave.com.au for $379 AU. Depending on what colour, it will take about 3 or so days to arrive at your door step. Although if you want to try and win a Zune for free, Australian magazine, Atomic are having a competition to win one, as well as a bunch of other Microsoft prizes, such as a Xbox 360.

Australian Zune Shop here

Australian Zune Competition here