Zune to use Microsoft Points

The makeshift currency that is the Microsoft point seems to be spreading. The well-established online currency dubbed “Microsoft’s PayPal” will allow users to purchase music tracks for their Zune for just 79 Microsoft points or $ 0.99 per track, much like Apple’s iTunes service. Xbox 360 users shouldn’t get too excited just yet, as Microsoft has not released any details on whether the MS points between the Xbox Live and Zune download services will have interconnectivity.

The Zune is a hot accessory for Xbox 360 owners already, with the device being able to connect to the Xbox 360 and play media streaming video and music content to the console. The addition of Microsoft points to the Zune’s feature list is just another reason to get one, especially if you’ll be able to purchase songs for your Zune through your Xbox 360. The Zune goes on sale in North America on November 14th for US$ 249.99.

The makeshift currency that is the Microsoft point seems to be spreading. The well-established online currency dubbed “Microsoft’s PayPal” will allow users to purchase music tracks for their Zune for just 79 Microsoft points or $ 0.99 per track, much like Apple’s iTunes service. Xbox 360 users shouldn’t get too excited just yet, as Microsoft has not released any details on whether the MS points between the Xbox Live and Zune download services will have interconnectivity.

The Zune is a hot accessory for Xbox 360 owners already, with the device being able to connect to the Xbox 360 and play media streaming video and music content to the console. The addition of Microsoft points to the Zune’s feature list is just another reason to get one, especially if you’ll be able to purchase songs for your Zune through your Xbox 360. The Zune goes on sale in North America on November 14th for US$ 249.99.