Zune 4.0 software--photos

But perhaps the biggest part of the new Zune 4.0 experience is that Microsoft is giving Zune Pass music subscribers a way to stream music over the Web by logging into their Zune.net account on any Mac or PC. We're still a far cry from being able to sync your Zune with a Mac, but at least Zune Pass users can now dig into the Zune Marketplace's deep catalog and stream music wherever and whenever they want.

Beyond streaming music, users can elect to follow bands for updates on future releases, manage their Zune Social contacts, participate in music quizzes, update their own profile, purchase tracks, and explore recommended artists.

September 15, 2009 12:17 AM PDT

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