Hi-tek tunes: from Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell to Beyonce and Jay-Z, it takes two musical powerhouses to make a duet that stands the test of time

Microsoft and Altec Lansing, two technology greats, are the latest duo making beautiful music together. The Microsoft Zune ($249; zune.net) is a 30GB digital music player with the capacity to store 17,000 songs. Tired of listening to your library? Tune in to the built-in FM radio or use the 3-inch screen to view photos and videos.

You can even share your media wirelessly with a fellow Zune owner, unlike other MP3 players on the market. To release your inner DJ at the family picnic or backyard barbecue, connect your Zune to the Altec Lansing inMotion iM4 portable audio system ($100; alteclansing.com). These battery-powered speakers offer amplified sound along with bass-heavy beats, and the sleek fold-up design makes it a must-have for music lovers on-the-go.

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