Microsoft has lowered the price for its Zune HD media players (see previous post).
The Zune HD 16 GB model has dropped to $199 (was $219), and the 32 GB model to $269 (was $289) on the Microsoft site -- with street prices more like $189 and $249, respectively.
These compare to the Apple iPod touch at 8 GB for $199, 32 GB for $299, and 64 GB for $399.
The Zune HD features a bright 3.3 in. OLED display with multi-touch navigation (pinching), and quite useful Web browsing over Wi-Fi, with extras including digital HD Radio and playback of HD videos using a dock adapter (see previous post).
You also can order the Zune a variety of colors, and customize the case with laser-engraved art and personal text though the Zune Originals online store
See my Portable Media Players Gallery for more on media players
Find the Microsoft Zune HD on Amazon.com