Zune 2

Microsoft tells about new Zunes 2 that will hit stores in mid November.

There will be an 80GB hard drive model, similar to the original Zune models, but packing a larger 3.2-inch QVGA screen, and a slimmer case design.

Smaller 4GB and 8GB flash-based models are also on the way to go compete effectively with the iPod Nano. All three new models are with the 4GB retailing for $149, the 8GB for $199 and the 80GB for just $249.

Additional details which have surfaced include automatic sync-over-WiFi capability (Apple, are you listening?), and a DRM-free music store (surprise!) As an added bonus to Zune early adopters, the original model (now known as the “Zune 30″) will get a firmware update to match the features of the newer models.

Additionaol information reaveals that the new zune has automatic sync-over-WiFi capability and a DRM-free music store

As an added bonus to Zune early adopters, the original model (now known as the “Zune 30″) will get a firmware update to match the features of the newer models.

Links:
Microsoft official Press release
Zune Website