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Update Zune HD to New Firmware [4.3] For free 3D Games!

Marques Brownlee@mkbhd20K viewsNov 7, 20091:56
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Some of the changes that I have noticed in this new firmware update are listed below: APPS: Audiosurf Tilt Checkers Lucky Lanes Bowling Piano Project Gotham Racing: Ferrari Edition Vans Sk8: Pool Service BROWSER: Faster + Snappier Browser Performance Option to render pages as Desktop or Mobile [Default Option in Settings] Better Tap-To-Zoom Better ability to scroll when typing a message online KEYBOARD: Predictive Text Auto capitilization [Default Option in Settings] Dedicated Settings Menu Wider keyboard in Landscape Mode MUSIC: Artist Bios now contain links to songs, other artists, and other albums RADIO: Choice of seek method (presets or seek) in settings OTHER: Apps load slightly faster, and the accuracy of the touchscreen is improved during game play! Apps close much faster The power off says slide down to power off instead of just Power Off Faster Startup (less than 15s) twitter.com Official Zune.net Postings: Today we released the v4.3 firmware update for Zune HD players; this update adds support for upcoming 3d games and applications, as well as an auto-suggest feature for better text input, and other minor improvements. Enjoy! UPDATE: Marketplace loaded with free 3D games: bit.ly

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This update guide demonstrates how to upgrade the Zune HD firmware to version 4.3, which includes new features and performance tweaks for upcoming 3D games and apps. The presenter walks through connecting the Zune HD to a computer, accessing the Settings menu, and selecting Player Update to check for the latest firmware. A key workaround is explained for devices reporting an older update in the US region: change the computer’s region to Canada via Control Panel, then recheck for the 4.3 update after reconnecting the device. The video emphasizes that after completing the upgrade, the Zune software will present additional updates and improvements, and it advises returning the region to the United States to resume normal operation. Overall, the tutorial focuses on a practical method to enable 4.3 firmware on affected devices and teases further updates in a follow-up video. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe for more detailed coverage of subsequent changes and features. The tutorial concludes with a brief sign-off and thanks for watching.

Topics · technology · hardware · software_updates · gaming

Questions answered

Is the 4.3 firmware update free for Zune HD users?
Yes, the 4.3 firmware update is released by Microsoft for Zune HD devices and is provided at no charge.
What should I do if the update shows 4.1 in the US and won’t register the 4.3 update?
Change the computer region from United States to Canada in the Control Panel, reconnect the Zune HD to trigger the update, then switch the region back to the United States after the update is detected.