Microsoft giving away free Zunes…sort of
It looks like Microsoft is having a bit of trouble fulfilling all of the orders placed for their special limited-edition Valentines Day Zune 80. Zune Originals, the customization firm in charge of the special paint jobs, sent out a email yesterday to a number of customers, explaining that "due to some issues in the fulfillment center" they wont be able to get the players out and shipped before the 14th. What could have been a potentially crushing blow to the unlucky few who were banking on the perfect gift for their sweethearts, however, has turned into a blessing. Microsoft is refunding 100% of the purchase price, but will still ship the players out once they’re ready. Free Zunes, bitches! While we’re sure there are number of disappointed customers out there, we think that Microsoft really did the right thing here, and should be congratulated for it. There. We said it.
Damn, that is pretty sick. Wish I bought my valentine one of these for the day’s givings.
Would you know if you place an order now if it will be refunded?
Or, did they stop taking orders since they know they’ll have to refund them?
Permalink | Reply
Boygenius congratulate Microsoft? What universe is this?
Permalink | Reply
music is my first love. and to recieve a first class unit to enjoy the caressing of my ears would bring me to a cresendo of total bliss.
Permalink | Reply
I owned 3 generations of iPods and switched to the Zune 80gb and never looked back. There really isn’t much bad to say about the Zune. I don’t understand the constant Microsoft bashing…
They actually try to do the right thing… Most of the Windows Mobile 5 phones got a free upgrade to WM6. Zune generation 1 got a free upgrade to the generation 2 software. …and now giving free units for a delay. That’s crazy!
I guess since they don’t believe in excessive product placement and borderline slanderous advertising, they’re not cool?
Permalink | Reply