While it's not necessary to ever synchronise the phones with a computer, it's still the best way to transfer files and your existing music collection to the devices. So the news from Microsoft that all syncing would only be done through the Windows-only Zune desktop software would probably have come as a blow.įear not though as Microsoft have finally, and let's face it it's something they should have said months ago, that there will be a Mac Sync application available by the end of 2010. There will be a public beta available sometime in the next couple of months with the full product out soon after. If you're an Apple Mac or iMac user and have been looking longingly at Windows Phone 7 then, up until now you've probably been disappointed. Additional information about the program are available on this how-to page on the Windows Phone site. It is compatible with all versions of the operating system from Mac OS X 107 onwards. Install Zune, connect your Windows Phone 7 or Zune HD and set it up with your computer. The Zune's companions In the introduction, I went over what comes in the box with your Zune. Microsoft's Klucher confirmed that current XNA 3.1 code will continue to work with the device, but the features in XNA 4.0, like 3D APIs, Xbox Live integration, and the cool cross-platform Windows/Xbox. ![]() Mac users can download the program for their operating system from the Windows Phone website. It's hard to see a silver lining in what is essentially Microsoft cutting off any hopes of a Zune HD app store, at least for this generation. ![]() Update: Microsoft has renamed the Windows Phone 7 Connector for Mac application to Windows Phone app for Mac. For users who need to update their phone, Microsoft says it's pretty straight forward - just plug it into your computer and Zune (PC) or WP7 Connector (Mac) will handle the rest. Phone 7 Connector is a simple, easy-to-use application designed to sync your favorite media files from your Mac, with your Windows Phone 7 or Zune HD.
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