Update: The recently released Facebook application for Zune HD is experiencing some issues accessing data. We are investigating and will provide an update on the status as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience. We are rolling out the Facebook app for Zune HD right now. It might take a bit to make it through the servers, so look for it shortly.

We know many of you are anxiously waiting for the Facebook for Zune HD app, and have been very patient. Thank you. However, we need to ask a small favor… just hold on a little longer. I know we said by the end of January, but we want to deliver the best app to you and it is going to take a little bit more time. Again thanks for understanding.

The Twitter app for Zune HD will be showing up in the Zune Marketplace today and to celebrate we are hosting a little sweepstakes giveaway. Read the official rules below, but it's fairly simple. Follow @Zune on Twitter (so we can DM you if you win), download the Twitter for Zune app, tweet "Twitter for Zune HD is here! Tweet from your Zune HD and win free prizes!" to @Zune from your Zune HD. Don't have a Zune HD, borrow a friends and sign in..and send away. One entry per Twitter...

Episode 46 dated November 13th, 2009 of the Zune Insider Podcast is now live and is hosted by Matt Akers (skipdeez) and Jessica Zahn (jetherealz). Show notes: Zune Insider podcast hosted by Matt Akers (skipdeez) and Jessica Zahn (jetherealz). Jessica and matt talk about getting dressed up for planning presentations : (0:00 - 2:30), Pete from the device software team talks about the new features in the Zune HD firmware 4.3 update and new 3D game Apps : (4:30 - 17:55), Tweets and listener questions...