TeamXbox have released what they claim are details of the rumored ZuneHD from Microsoft, and it doesn't really clear up a lot of the mystery surrounding the device.
It is described as a "Digital Entertainment Handheld", a cross between Xbox and Zune offering both gaming and media playback. Microsoft seems to be hoping this will be their next generation breakthrough the way the iPhone has been for apple but we aren't convinced - it won't be a phone as they don't want to compete with Windows Mobile phones, for gaming it won't be as powerful as a standalone console, and the screen is too small for worthwhile HD media playback.
Are we missing something here? will Microsoft surprise us? or will it be a failed Microsoft attempt at a consumer electronics device? What does the ZuneHD offer for media and connectivity over either a current generation smartphone or a tablet style netbook?
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