MPAA want you to buy these players because they introduce a new revenue stream, and to further restrict access to backup your own purchased media.
Forget the increased disk sizes and high definition, most of the classic programs don't need it.
I won't be re-buying any of my already bought DVDs (about 220). They are all classics, and I'm in the process of converting them all to Xvid files so I can watch them on-demand.
Textmate has an affair with Ruby and does a fantastic job at cutting up code.
I use it exclusively for C++ / Ruby development, its a small price for bang for buck.
I love the in-built ruby language that is available within the editor itself, creating custom scripts in native ruby is a huge advantage.
For Windows users, In-type is probably the closest, it uses "Bundles" and many other things. Check it out, nice screencasts are available: http://intype.info/home/index.php
Its not case closed, maybe I should rephrase to say:
Regardless if the product is a stinker it will sell well, because its Apple and because it appeals to a wider audience
The reason why iPod has been so successful is because they brought out a good feature product that everybody wanted. I'm not going to tell you how many technical issues iPod have because there is MANY. Google for them. But people still buy them.
The iPhone will hit a consumer market with great depth, and being because its Apple it will do well.
What I am excited most about this phone is that it will incorporate most of the services and features present in my iPod, and fundamentally will provide updated bug fixes online seamlessly which no other serious phone manufacturer has done so far. My Motorola phone has so many bugs, and I'm running the latest rom which is now hit unmaintained status. This is definitely something that appeals to me for Apple's PDA.
Love the telco's or hate them, Jobs only "got away" with his demands purely because he has a rock solid "PR" product which will certainly sell by the litre. Regardless if the product is a stinker it will sell well, because its Apple.
If anybody has half a brain they will stay away from this product for at least 1 revision - like most products, especially Apple. And yes I own lots of expensive Apple gear.
It seems the Americans are getting screwed still on the contract, so Jobs didn't get all he wanted. The product launches back in Australia next year but it seems Telstra don't want a bar of it, will be interesting to see if it sells without a contract, I'd say it changes are high it won't.
Because the higher you go, the more you manage just people, resources and money.
What they actually do has little to do with it, this is especially the case in larger govt organisations where the CIO's are people with almost no understanding of computers.
As for Apple, I will wait until they release a laptop capable of supporting native HDMI.
This DVI -> HDMI stuff is bullshit, so one can hope with their support of Blu Ray that will be indeed change the support HDMI on at least the high end laptops.
Major financial interests in the airline industry where global warming and aeroplans go hand in hand Stands to be have restrictions on his businesses in the event the warming problem increases Stands to gain some fame from a mere $25 million money spinner More chicks to shag if his seen to be saving the world
The fact is, its all about greed. I think other slashdotters have already covered the whole scales of economy so I won't take it any further than that.
I can tell you now that I simply don't think a CD is worth $33. They only think its worth that much because its what they think they can get away with it.
One thing that seperates Australia from the rest of the world is we don't pay income tax on gambling earnings. The only main cavert is as long as the winnings weren't gained as a professional gambler.
As the article has correctly pointed out, IE's browser defaults to Microsoft's page. A similarity to Netscape back in the hayday.
Nobody can mistake Google's dominance over the Internet, its popularity is dictated (for right or wrong) by its rich source of search tools. They saw the importance of search over all the other providers.
The old saying "if you build it, they will come" rings true here, Google have not only done very well in search, but have captured a large chunk of web based email.
Just remember that this is all about the manufacturers and not the consumers.
Whatever savings are made in the use of EVD or some such will be digested into a larger profit for the manufacturers.
Not saying its a bad thing, at the moment the market is so competitive that manufacturers make an abysmal profit margin.
Considering a large majority of the players are made in China, its no surprise.
The biggest challenge for China isn't the technology for the politics behind it, with the very powerful corporations who own the rights to DVD will lobby to the governments to stop EVD from becoming anything important. Its all about the content, and the holders of it.
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I'd love to see a rip off of this but with a ruby-ish type shell.... with the object orientated uniqueness....
What's the most interesting laptop-only live act you have seen/heard?"
jerking off in bed with a laptop watching porno
MPAA want you to buy these players because they introduce a new revenue stream, and to further restrict access to backup your own purchased media.
Forget the increased disk sizes and high definition, most of the classic programs don't need it.
I won't be re-buying any of my already bought DVDs (about 220). They are all classics, and I'm in the process of converting them all to Xvid files so I can watch them on-demand.
I work for a major company and externally they make a bit of effort to make the website run on Firefox and IE.
However, internally they don't give a damn and most of the apps don't work - its very very frustrating. See below for reasons:
Lack of training
Lack of funding
Lots of Apathy
Business risk
Go and get one of these instead.
Supports everything from DivX, Ogg, Host USB, Wifi, ethernet, you can also buy it with or without a hdd...
Kicks Apple TV out of the water.
http://www.mvixusa.com/product.php?product=mx760
Since iTunes refuses to properly support DivX, I won't touch it.
Who would want to work in the US anyway?
Better off heading to Europe.
only microsoft can turn turn shit into a real money spinner...
definitely a april fools!
Textmate has an affair with Ruby and does a fantastic job at cutting up code.
I use it exclusively for C++ / Ruby development, its a small price for bang for buck.
I love the in-built ruby language that is available within the editor itself, creating custom scripts in native ruby is a huge advantage.
For Windows users, In-type is probably the closest, it uses "Bundles" and many other things. Check it out, nice screencasts are available: http://intype.info/home/index.php
This will furfill most requirements except hardcore gamers....
I can't believe Microsoft can sell their expensive O/S at that price, no wonder they rely on discounts.
In Australia the list price for Ultimate is something like $750 !
Can almost buy a full hardware computer for that kind of money... insane.
Sorry gang i just realised it doesn't play video's, my bad.
Still an awesome music player.
Go and do yourself a favour and buy a Squeeze Box.
Its Wifi, DivX, mp3, ogg support and all the goodies you need, with a remote - it totally rocks.
http://www.slimdevices.com/
Its not case closed, maybe I should rephrase to say:
Regardless if the product is a stinker it will sell well, because its Apple and because it appeals to a wider audience
The reason why iPod has been so successful is because they brought out a good feature product that everybody wanted. I'm not going to tell you how many technical issues iPod have because there is MANY. Google for them. But people still buy them.
The iPhone will hit a consumer market with great depth, and being because its Apple it will do well.
What I am excited most about this phone is that it will incorporate most of the services and features present in my iPod, and fundamentally will provide updated bug fixes online seamlessly which no other serious phone manufacturer has done so far. My Motorola phone has so many bugs, and I'm running the latest rom which is now hit unmaintained status. This is definitely something that appeals to me for Apple's PDA.
Love the telco's or hate them, Jobs only "got away" with his demands purely because he has a rock solid "PR" product which will certainly sell by the litre. Regardless if the product is a stinker it will sell well, because its Apple.
If anybody has half a brain they will stay away from this product for at least 1 revision - like most products, especially Apple.
And yes I own lots of expensive Apple gear.
It seems the Americans are getting screwed still on the contract, so Jobs didn't get all he wanted. The product launches back in Australia next year but it seems Telstra don't want a bar of it, will be interesting to see if it sells without a contract, I'd say it changes are high it won't.
Because the higher you go, the more you manage just people, resources and money.
What they actually do has little to do with it, this is especially the case in larger govt organisations where the CIO's are people with almost no understanding of computers.
As for Apple, I will wait until they release a laptop capable of supporting native HDMI.
This DVI -> HDMI stuff is bullshit, so one can hope with their support of Blu Ray that will be indeed change the support HDMI on at least the high end laptops.
His got:
Major financial interests in the airline industry where global warming and aeroplans go hand in hand
Stands to be have restrictions on his businesses in the event the warming problem increases
Stands to gain some fame from a mere $25 million money spinner
More chicks to shag if his seen to be saving the world
Life at the top has never looked this good!
How can I possibly pick up a DVD for $10 ?
The fact is, its all about greed. I think other slashdotters have already covered the whole scales of economy so I won't take it any further than that.
I can tell you now that I simply don't think a CD is worth $33. They only think its worth that much because its what they think they can get away with it.
Now I can claim the tax offset from my online porn subscriptions.
Profit!
"Somark Innovations, has successfully tested RFID tattoos to be used for tracking cattle and other animals."
So when does every member of Congress receive their tattoo?
One thing that seperates Australia from the rest of the world is we don't pay income tax on gambling earnings. The only main cavert is as long as the winnings weren't gained as a professional gambler.
It makes it trival to do this in Australia.
Our recent poker champion took home $1 million AUD and didn't pay a cent in tax - World Series 2005.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Hachem
I'm not sure about his current status, he probably pays tax now given his elevated income and career changes.
"They wants the precious for themselves, the stinking dirty thieving little Newline'ssss!"
Its between 2 corporate greedy logger heads, Apple & Cisco.
Cisco sell a product called iPhone well before Apple came along.
Just because Apple has i's on everything doesn't give it the right to having a tantrum.
But truly, do you care? What's in the name? Call it Apple's Smarty Pants Phone - nobody will care, it will still sell.
I've had a mac for 1 and a half years, and I haven't found a way to enable keyboard navigation on selections like above - you've made my day!
As the article has correctly pointed out, IE's browser defaults to Microsoft's page. A similarity to Netscape back in the hayday.
Nobody can mistake Google's dominance over the Internet, its popularity is dictated (for right or wrong) by its rich source of search tools. They saw the importance of search over all the other providers.
The old saying "if you build it, they will come" rings true here, Google have not only done very well in search, but have captured a large chunk of web based email.
Just remember that this is all about the manufacturers and not the consumers.
Whatever savings are made in the use of EVD or some such will be digested into a larger profit for the manufacturers.
Not saying its a bad thing, at the moment the market is so competitive that manufacturers make an abysmal profit margin.
Considering a large majority of the players are made in China, its no surprise.
The biggest challenge for China isn't the technology for the politics behind it, with the very powerful corporations who own the rights to DVD will lobby to the governments to stop EVD from becoming anything important. Its all about the content, and the holders of it.