You can get a very good, pure MP3 player for about HALF the price of Zune. For half the price you also stay free and clear of Microsoft's second-rate online music store, you avoid their nasty DRM format that PREVENTS you from using the music you paid for the way you want to, and you get better usability.

Shop around. Zune has silly features that nobody really uses or needs, shoves hostile DRM policies down your throat, and overcharges you.

Shop before you buy. You'll stay away from Zune too!