First Impression's: As you can tell, this is a bit different from the previously reviewed case, because it is in fact a sleeve case. It seems to work the same as any other sleeve/sock case, but offers a bit more protection because of it's leather material. The stitching is nice and clean, and the base color is used throughout the case with a slightly darker felt-like interior. Aside from the dotted pattern along the exterior, the only other design is the word Incipio imprinted near the bottom, and the Incipio logo on the pull tab. The current "butter cream" color definitely isn't my favorite though, but it's available in Green, Pink, White, and Burnt Orange as well.

Side stitching is nice and clean

Front view, with Incipio imprinted near the bottom

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First Impression's:  To begin with, this case is very similar to the previously reviewed,  White Leather Flip Case , so it packs many of the same features, just with a different style. As you can see below,  it is a brown leather case(although also available in white leather), with a clean white stitching. What can't be seen on the outside is the contrasting pink stitching in the interior of the case border, and the interior of the zune slip-in section. The pink stitching looks interesting, but overall this case has a bit more of a "rustic" feel than the white leather flip, and looks a lot like a wallet ( as stated in the name).

Sync cable and Earphones easily accessible.

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For anyone still interested in this Zune stereo dock that will be retailing for 350$, Harvey from ZuneRama has posted a video further demonstrating it's capability's and function.

I think the stereo looks great in this video, but is it worth 350 dollars? That’s your call.

Simple and to the point. Another cheesy video for your visual consumption...

Zune Scene has published some some pictures of the Altec Lansing iM414 Zune Speakers...

PS. My old style Dock from Woot is on the way via FedEx finally.

Head over to see them all...

Donald Bell, a longtime iPod loyalist "had a lot of mixed emotions ordering a Zune 80."

Part of me felt like a traitor, honestly. I thought about my poor 5G video iPod, which had been ignored for weeks at the bottom of my messenger bag while I played with Microsoft's loaner for my review.

All in all, Donald admits the Zune deserves some recognition for the Zune Originals.

Update, here is Donald's Snapshot too...

-chris

Read full review and video here.

Nice Woot today... Altec Lansing M604 Powered Audio System for Zune for only $39.99

Features:

• High-Definition Audio – Digital amplification delivers powerful sound from a compact system.
• Clean, Crisp Sound – Four specially engineered full-range neodymium speakers smoothly deliver a full spectrum of pure, distinct sound.
• Surprisingly Deep Bass – XdB bass-enhancement technology creates deep bass without a subwoofer.
• Wireless Remote and Built-in Controls – Zune and speaker functions (play, forward, back, volume, bass, treble, and stand-by) are at your fingertips. Just sit back and enjoy!
• Easy to Use – Built-in universal dock allows data transfer and recharges Zune.
• Elegant, Wall-mountable Design – Looks great in your living room or mounted on wall.
• Composite Video Output for Zune video – Enables you to play your Zune videos on most TVs (cable not included.)
• Universal MP3 Cradle – Allows you to place other MP3 players front and center (cable included.)
• Headphone Jack – For private listening.

Specifications:

• Sound pressure level (SPL): 100 dB
• Total continuous power: 60 Watts RMS
• System response: 60 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
• Signal to noise ratio: @ 1kHz input: > 70 dB
• Drivers: Two 3â€� full-range drivers and two silkdome 1â€� tweeters.

Dimensions:

• 14â€� (W) x 5.4â€� (D) x 8.2â€� (H)
• (354 mm (W) x 137 mm (D) x 208 mm (H))

In the box:

• M604 Speaker System
• Wireless remote
• Universal MP3 cradle
• 3.5mm stereo cable
• Power supply
• User’s guide and quick connect

Woot : One Day, One Deal (SM)

Here is a little video preview of the DLO TransDock for the Zune.

The TransDock micro is the most flexible, cost-effective car solution for the Zune you can buy. It comes with a removable USB charge and sync cable that can be used at home or on the road. That’s an added $20 value! TransDock micro also features a beautiful black and white color scheme that matches any car’s interior.

The TransDock micro broadcasts the Zune's music to any FM radio frequency from 88.1 to 107.9 while keeping it charged. The new TransDock micro is a complete Zune solution for your car, yet it requires no installation. This makes it a great alternative to expensive custom installations. Its all-in-one functionality and superior sound quality elevate the TransDock micro above lower-end, bottom-mounting FM transmitters.

Like the TransPod, the TransDock micro also features an auxiliary input, allowing it to broadcast the audio from any MP3 player or audio device like an iBook, MacBook Pro, a Sony PSP gaming system or a travel DVD player. The DLO TransDock micro also gives you the choice of connecting to your car stereo with a cassette adapter or mini plug cable with its auxiliary line output.

 Get one from DLO

Everyone needs a case at some point for their phone or player right? Well, most people want to do this in style, so they toss the case that comes with their device aside. (If a device even comes with one) Enter the need for aftermarket cases. In the case of the Microsoft Flash Zunes, DLO has you covered already. They recently announced the HipCase for the Zune 4gb and 8gb flash players.

Constructed of fine-quality leather and featuring a soft, green fabric interior, HipCase is the easiest way to protect your Zune in style. HipCase's design gives you full screen protection, with play-through access to your Zune controls, as well as total access to the connector port – which means you can plug in and sync your Zune without having to remove it from your HipCase.

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So, I modified the v1 kit to work with my 80, but what about my 30? Should I send the 30 to the graveyard? Naw, so I need to get a home for the 80 too. That said, I stopped by Wallyworld and picked up the v2 Home A/V Kit.

The Zune v2 Home A/V Kit costs $99 and to be quite honest, that's a tad overpriced for what it offers in my opinion.

What do you get?

• The Dock
• 3 Inserts to accommodate the 3 Zune varieties. The 4/8, 30, and 80.
• An IR Remote
• A wall charger
• Zune A/V Output Cable

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