It looks like Microsoft has (rather quietly) added a few new additions in terms of Zune HD apps. The newly released apps include Windows Live Messenger as well as a trio of games to include WordMonger, Dr. Optics Light Lab, and Castles and Canons. All said and done, while it is still nice to see more »

In preparation for the expected launch of the new Zune HD, you know – the one bloggers are all excited about, Microsoft is contacting developers of mobile applications. Those applications that Apple keeps in our face with their marketing are apparently desperately desired by Microsoft, so much so that they are willing to pay developers to convert them to the Zune platform. If they can’t see the potential to build for the Zune, MS will make it worth their while.