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Microsoft Zune To Allow WiFi Downloads And Streaming

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Microsoft says it’s making updates to its’ Zune player that should extend the functionality to allow WiFi downloads and streaming.

The software and firmware updates will build on the Zune’s current wireless functionality by letting users with Wi-Fi access buy songs they hear over the Zune’s built-in FM radio that are available through the Zune Marketplace online music store.

And when users are in a Wi-Fi hotspot they will also be able to wirelessly log on to the Zune Marketplace and get music recommendations or use an on-screen keypad to type in song names, the company said. Then, chosen tunes will be able to be downloaded to the Zune.

Zune will also be available in new, more powerful hardware configuration units.