Microsoft unveils Zune in Canada

Microsoft Corp. today announced that 4GB, 8GB and 80GB Zune digital music players and an extensive line-up of accessories will be available in Canadian stores starting June 13, 2008.

“We’re thrilled to be offering a truly unique way for Canadians to discover new music and share it with their friends,” said Craig Tullett, Group Manager, Zune Canada. “With a variety of players, customization options and wireless capabilities Zune offers a mobile social experience.”

Zune players and accessories will be available at the following retail locations across Canada:

• Best Buy
• Future Shop
• Wal-Mart
• www.amazon.ca
• HMV (select stores)
• The Source by Circuit City (select stores)

“We are very excited to launch the Zune music experience at Best Buy and Future Shop locations across Canada,” said Ron Wilson, Senior Vice President of Merchandising, Best Buy Canada Ltd. “Zune is a great choice for Canadians looking for new ways to enjoy their music wherever they go.”

Canadians can go online at www.zuneoriginals.ca to customize their Zune with laser-engraved artwork from six inspiring Canadian artists. All Zune Originals artwork and engraving will be offered free for three months starting June 13, 2008. Canadians can also visit www.zune.ca to download free Zune Software and join the Zune Social online music community.

Zune Digital Music Players & Accessories
A variety of players and customization options will make it easy for Canadians to find the size, colour, design and price of Zune that best suits them. All Zune players support video, audio and pictures, have built-in FM tuners and the ability to sync and share songs, playlists and pictures wirelessly. The Zune player family launching in Canada includes:

• Zune 80. The Zune 80GB has a bright 3.2-inch screen, includes premium in-ear noise-isolating headphones and will be available in black and red. (SRP: $249.99 CDN)
• Zune 4 & Zune 8. The slim, ultra-portable Zune 4GB and Zune 8GB will both be available in black, red and pink. (SRP: $139.99 CDN for 4GB and $189.99 CDN for 8GB)
• Zune Originals. Canadians will have the option to purchase and customize their Zune player with personal text options and laser-engraved designs from International artists as well as six Canadian artists at www.zuneoriginals.ca. The following Canadian artists have been invited to share their inspirations with the Zune Originals artist series which will be available to both Canadian and U.S. customers:
  • Andrew Pommier
  • Derrick Hodgson
  • Luke Ramsey
  • Meomi (Vicki Wong & Michael Murphy)
  • NDEUR (Mathieu Missiaen)
  • Stephen Crowhurst

Zune will also be offering an extensive line of accessories to help consumers get the most from their Zune content wherever they are – at home, in the car or on the go. Nine accessory options are available from Zune:

• Zune AC Adapter (SRP $29.99 CDN)
• Zune Cable Pack. Sync cable, composite AV output cable and audio cable (SRP $29.99 CDN)
• Zune Car Pack. Redesigned FM transmitter/charger and dashboard grip pad (SRP $79.99 CDN)
• Zune Dock Pack. Home Dock to accommodate each Zune device and AC adapter (SRP $49.99 CDN)
• Zune Home AV Pack. Home Dock, wireless remote, AC adapter and composite AV output cable (SRP $79.99 CDN)
• Zune Leather Cases. Premium leather with headphone clip (4/8 GB – SRP $29.99 CDN) & (80 GB – SRP $34.99 CDN)
• Zune Premium Headphones (SRP $39.99 CDN)
• Zune Sync Cable (SRP $19.99 CDN)

In addition a selection of accessories from the following partners and more will also be available on June 13, 2008:

• Altec Lansing
• Belkin
• Case-mate
• Digital Lifestyle Outfitters
• Incipio Technologies
• KICKER
• Monster

More information on Zune and related images are available at www.zunenews.ca.

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