

Rerun: The Sad Tale of Microsoft Zune
Nov 8, 2024
Dive into the fascinating tale of Microsoft's Zune, which attempted to challenge the iPod's dominance. Discover the unique features and pitfalls that plagued the Zune, like its music-sharing capability and frustrating Digital Rights Management. The podcast also highlights the fierce rivalry between tech giants Apple and Microsoft, revealing how strategic missteps led to the Zune's decline. Tune in to explore this bittersweet saga of ambition, competition, and the lessons learned from one of tech history's most memorable flops.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Rivalry of Tech Giants: Apple vs Microsoft
01:48 • 3min
The Rise of Operating Systems: Microsoft vs. Apple
04:58 • 7min
The Rise and Fall of Microsoft Zune
12:24 • 12min
The Challenges of Microsoft Zune
24:24 • 5min
Microsoft's Missteps: The Zune and Xbox Experience
29:07 • 7min
The Rise and Fall of Microsoft Zune
36:24 • 11min
The Rise and Fall of Microsoft Zune
47:12 • 3min