Zune Thoughts - Daily News, Views, Rants and Raves

The acrylic case isn’t the only one that Belkin released for the second generation of Zunes. Another case released by them recently is their leather sleeve case for the Zune 80 ($29.99 USD MSRP) and Zune 4/8. Did this case meet the quality I’ve come to expect from Belkin? Read on! Read more...

Our friends at Vaja have released a new case for the Zune, and it's none other than their famous i-Volution design. Prices range from $70 USD to $120 USD, depending on how you customize the case. The i-Volution design combines stiff leather for protection, a screen cover, and a two-colour combination option that makes for some amazing case designs. Just for fun I whipped up a few with their cool online customization tool. Check 'em out... Read more...

"New! Microsoft Zune 30GB and 60GB Leather Belt Clip Custom Design Case. The Incipio Belt Clip Case is a sturdy, compact case that allows you easy access to your Zune at all times. Just clip this handy case to your belt easy access to your device! The durable construction offers long-lasting protection."



Two things of note here: first, we have a nice leather case option for the Zune, coming in at a very affordable $15.99 USD. The more interesting thing is the mention of a 60 GB Zune, fitting in exactly the same case. 60 GB Zune - that's music to my ears. Microsoft is probably keeping quiet about it, because it mustn't be ready for sale and the don't want to kill the orders on the 30 GB units. That's really a shame, because the media is (and will continue to) slam Microsoft for not having a bigger capacity player at launch. If Microsoft introduces a 60 GB player within a few months of launch, it might alienate the early adopters that are pre-ordering the unit now [affiliate]. What about you? Are you going to hold off on getting a Zune now that you've heard about the 60 GB unit? Although we should always keep in mind that this is a completely unsubstantiated rumour that may hold no validity...only time will tell.