Product Description

• 80 GB digital media player stores up to 20,000 songs, 25,000 pictures or 250 hours of video
  
• Features wireless Zune-to-Zune sharing so you can swap tracks and other media
  
• Big, bright, 3.2-inch color LCD
  
• Compatible with Zune Marketplace for media downloads and subscription services
  
• Automatically imports your existing music, pictures, and videos form iTunes and Windows Media Player in a variety of formats
  
• Premium Earphones included
  

Music and entertainment, your way. That's what the Zune 80 GB Digital Media Player is designed to deliver. The Zune easily connects you with your music, videos, and pictures wherever and whenever you want, and unlike the iPod, it even has a built-in FM tuner so you can keep up with local news and sports. Your Zune gives you the power to wirelessly share full-length tracks, playlists, pictures and podcasts with your other Zune-wielding friends. And when you receive songs that you just can't get out of your head, you can easily tag the songs and buy them the next time you sync up. Whether you're listening to music, radio, or rocking out to the latest music videos on the bright, roomy screen, the Zune allows you to tailor your entertainment, right in the palm of your hand. Watch a demo on Zune.

The Zune easily connects you with your music, videos, and pictures wherever and whenever you want.

Share full-length tracks of your favorite songs, albums, playlists, pictures, and even audio podcasts with other Zune users. (Black Zune shown here with Dock Pack v2 with remote, sold separately.)

Store up to 20,000 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 250 hours of video.

Get all your favorite music at the Zune Marketplace.

Simple, Innovative Controls
The Zune is a breeze to use with new, intuitive touch controls. Don't subject yourself to cumbersome, slow scrolling. The innovative new Zune pad makes browsing your music, video and picture collections fun and effortless. You'll fly through your favorites and get to just what you're looking for in no time flat. This powerhouse device stores up to 20,000 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 250 hours of video. (Please note that music estimates are based on 128 kbps WMA files, with length of 4 minutes each; pictures transferred to Zune will be optimized for Zune screen size; and video estimates are based on 500 kbps WMV files with 128 kbps WMA audio tracks.)

That's a lot of entertainment, and you'll appreciate it even more with the Zune's awesome screen. The big, beautiful, 3.2-inch color screen provides uncompromising portable video viewing. This Zune also comes equipped with premium earphones. Designed to block out external noise, these earphones provide superior sound and bass response, and leave your ears with nothing but your favorite tunes. Your favorite music, videos, and pictures have never looked and sounded better.

FM Radio
The Zune also features a built-in FM radio tuner so that you can listen to local FM stations or tune-in programming while you're at the gym. Advanced tuning capabilities allow you to see the name of the song that's currently playing on select frequencies.

Wireless Sync
We're all exhausted by the cables and wires that tangle up our lives. Luckily, the Zune is one device that doesn't require another cord. You can easily connect to your home wireless network and sync your Zune with your PC collection of digital goodies. You can also sync using the dock, AC adapter, or speaker dock accessory (not included).

The Zune Community and Marketplace
Zune is all about sharing and community. At the Zune Online Community, you'll discover, share, and leave your musical mark. Create a Zune card and Zune profile page to reflect your musical identity. From the Zune Online Community, you can invite friends, share song recommendations, post comments, and browse member pages to unearth new tunes and connect to others who share your musical tastes.

When you're ready to purchase music and load your device with new tunes, turn to Zune Marketplace. With more than 3 million songs, DRM-free MP3s, music videos, audio/video podcasts, and more content added every day, you'll certainly get your fill. The store is always open and just a mouse click away. You also can choose between the download or subscription packages--buy individual songs and albums, or snag a Zune Pass subscription with all you can eat access to discover and explore the nooks and crannies of artists and genres.

Zune-to-Zune Sharing
Once your Zune is loaded with good stuff, you'll be ready to embrace wireless Zune-to-Zune sharing. Share full-length tracks of your favorite songs, albums, playlists, pictures, and even audio podcasts. You can listen to the full track of any song you receive up to three times, and you can even pass along songs that are shared with you to other friends. If you find a song you really love, you can easily add it to your wishlist and buy it later when you sync to your PC. When it comes to syncing and importing your music, the Zune makes it easy. Zune software can automatically import your existing music, pictures, and videos from iTunes and Windows Media Player in a variety of formats, including your existing playlists and song ratings.

Recorded TV or Movies to Go
The Zune will also automatically import TV shows or movies recorded using a PC running Windows Media Center in Windows Vista. Record all your favorites, sync to your Zune, and hit the road with your favorite TV shows right in your pocket.

Your Games. Your Music. Your Way.
Another awesome feature is the Zune's compatibility with the Xbox 360. Plug your Zune into your Xbox 360 to customize the soundtrack in supported games. You also can stream music, pictures, and videos from the Zune software on your PC to your Xbox 360 console using a wireless connection. Whether you're staying in or going out, travelling or working, the Zune can be right there with you, providing loads of entertainment direct from your pocket.

What's in the Box
Zune 80 GB Digital Media Player (red), premium headphones, sync cable, and three sizes of ear sleeves.

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Product Description

• Emergency Hand-Crank Power Generator
  
• Built-in Cell Phone Charger, Flashlight, and Emergency Siren
  
• AM/FM/TV-VHF/NOAA
  
• Rechargeable battery pack provides reliable, renewable, internal power for everyday use
  
• Stereo headphone jack
  

When an emergency strikes, will you have the vital information you need? The Et髇 FR300 answers that question with a resounding yes. This sturdy AM/FM radio is built to handle the elements, as well as a power outage, thanks to a hand crank that can be used to recharge the built-in battery. Thanks to the FR300's reception of NOAA weather radio, emergency information is always close at hand when you need it, making this radio a must-have for anyone who wants to be as ready as possible for unforeseen events.

Emergency lighting, cell phone power, and radio tuning all in one compact package. View larger.

The easy-to-read radio dial. View larger.

The hand crank recharges the integrated rechargeable battery.

Design and Controls
Weighing in at just under a pound and a half, and measuring just six and a half inches across, the FR300 is light and compact enough to take anywhere. Simple, easy-to-grasp rotating knobs on the front of the device control tuning, volume, and band selection. The tuning knob also features a fine tuning control knob superimposed on the main tuning knob for extreme tuning accuracy. An analog tuning selector is clearly marked with key frequencies, making it easy to quickly tune the stations that matter most. Two switches on the front of the device control the flashlight and power supply selection.

Tuning and Bands
As mentioned, the FR300 tunes all seven NOAA weather channels, plus the all important alert channel. In addition to AM/FM tuning, you can tune into the audio from VHF television stations -- TV1 and TV2, channels two through 13.

Connections and Power
Because the FR300 is built for those times when normal power options are not available, it provides a number of options for providing the juice it needs. An AC adapter (not included) charges the built-in Ni-MH battery pack, but again, If the power is out it can be recharged using the attached hand crank. Power can also be supplied by three "AA" batteries, and if there is no battery at all in the device -- including the rechargeable battery -- the radio will operate with continuous operation of the hand crank.

Extras
The FR300's LED light system offers three emergency lights, plus a flashing beacon mode. There's also a siren for alerting emergency responders to your location, as well as a cell phone charger for keeping your other vital communications tool topped off with power. The radio includes cell phone adapter tips for charging select models of Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony-Ericsson, and LG phones. Note that not all manufacturers or makes are supported.

What's in the Box
FR300 radio, 5 cell phone charging adapters, carrying case, and owner's manual.

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Best present we ever received!

My father gave us this little radio a couple years ago for Christmas. That Spring, we really started to appreciate it when we had frequent tornado warnings in our rural Missouri area south of St. Louis. If we were under a tornado or severe storm watch at night, we could go to sleep, knowing the alert (siren and flashing light) would most definitely warn us, whereas before we would have to try to stay awake to watch broadcasts in case the warnings were in our area, or go to sleep and pray that if the nearest tornado alarm went off, we might possibly hear it. When we were holed up in the basement, we had a link with the outside, whether weather station, radio, or television broadcasts - and, of course, the light is invaluable.

We never imagined it would come in handy in the Winter, but now, going on our sixth day without power after a record-breaking ice storm, we have come to absolutely depend on it. We have used it constantly and it has been worth its weight in gold - and still on the same set of batteries. We have to play a bit with the antenna and location of the radio, sometimes, but we are still able to pick up every broadcast we might want. And the light - well, did I mention that it is invaluable? An emergency radio is a must, and this one has served us very well.

I think we tell my father at least once a month how much we use and appreciate the radio. So once again, thanks, Dad! (and hope we won't be using it much longer this time around . . .)


Good Quality for $$

This is a good radio for 50 dollars, my radio arrived in excellent working order. I get two weather stations Newport and Astoria. Great AM tuner and FM tuner. I really like the light function for when the power gets knocked out, its great for finding your way around the house. I have used it for 3 weeks now and have yet to change the 3 AA batteries. The rechargeable battery pack lasted about an hour after cranking or several hours after I recharged with the adapter. Also if you shine a flashlight on the tuner dial it glows in the dark for an hour. It doesn't have all the adapters for all cell phones which is kind of impossible considering cell phone manufactures change all the time so you have to buy new. If your in a desperate emergency situation cut the charger cord off your phone and hard wire it to the charging cable for the radio. The siren and red light are cute and may come in handy in the event of a large scale disaster. The handle on this radio is also a good feature, it helps hold it stable while charging with the dynamo. I bought three more for Christmas gifts. I found nothing else I liked better.

No Auto Alert function

We bought this radio for our home in Seaside OR as a means of getting earthquake and tsunami warnings. In never responded over 2 Wednesdays, when the weekly test alerts are broadcast.

Also, it had very poor reception for the 7 weather band stations. None was strong, several were very weak, but most importantly, and probably why the alerts were not received, was that the weather band circuitry was likely defective. I would guess based on other reviews of these products and my own work experience as a Electronics Design Engineer for the last 33 years, that it is a combination of poor design and poor manufacturing that the radio sections do not work.

Sadly, it also says that the products are not 100% tested or even lot-sampled prior to shipping. The factory only finds these problems after the customer has reported them - the entirely wrong method.

We returned ours and are still seeking a quality replacement. Perhaps this is a business opportunity for my wife's and mine design company.......

Product Description

• Lipstick Red and Metal Exterior
  
• Forty steps of adjustment from Turkish to French Press
  
• Clean, quiet, low static operation.
  
• Rock-solid construction
  

The bright lipstick red and sculpted metal base make this grinder a wonderful addition to any kitchen. The new base and additional improvements contribute to more than a doubling of the weight over the Maestro to 7.5 lbs. The additional weight gives the Maestro Plus a rock-solid feel with increased stability. The Maestro Plus is built with conical burrs that can produce the perfect grind for any style of coffee from Turkish to French Press. The range of grind is 30% greater than the original Maestro; this increase is on the coarsest settings making it easier to get the perfect grind for Drip and French Press. The number of grind settings has been increased by over 100% to 40 steps, providing more grind adjustments. Additional features include: 路 Slow rotation insures extremely low static electricity issues. 路 Special gear reduction for slow rotation, ensuring the retention of the aroma and flavor of the freshly ground beans. 路 Large 5 oz ground-coffee bin, as well as the ability to grind directly into espresso brewing baskets and drip coffee filters. 路 8 oz. bean capacity. 路 A timer knob controls coffee grinding time. 路 A pulse button switch on the nose of the grinder is perfect when grinding direct into espresso brewing basket. 路 Ground coffee drops vertically into the tightly fitting coffee bin, insuring dust free operation. 路 Bin area is large enough to accommodate even commercial sized portafilters for grinding directly into them, without the bin.

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"Well, I got this device and looked at it for 5 seconds. Ok, there's the USB connector. Bang, it's on the computer. Since I was looking forward to this player showing up, I went ahead and created a file of music for it. So about a minute or two later I had 115 songs on the player, even before I got around to putting the battery in it.

I took out a pair of cheap Sennheiser headphones, the full sized kind. The sound quality is just fine with no adjustment. Unfortunately, now I ran into the first problem. The unit is so light, and the Sennheiser headphone cord is quite thick, so the darned thing wouldn't just drop to the bottom of my pocket. Geeminy, the stuff you have to put up with to use these little gadgets."

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