Look who’s got a real iPod competitor. I have to say that Microsoft has exceeded my expectation for the Zune HD. It’s still unmistakably Zune-like but the PMP in all its touchscreen glory fits in a normal-sized hand in a much more likable way than iPod Touch. Yes, form-factor-wise, the Zune HD tops iPod Touch. According to Gizmodo, the screen orientation is smoother on the Zune HD and the UI, my God, is actually better. This from Gizmodo! To see how sleek the hardware and software of Zune HD, go to the video after the break…

Zune HD Video Hands On from Gizmodo on Vimeo.