You obviously don't understand Apple's business model. These things can be added later, then new _and_ existing owners will want it. That way they can sell two of them to those willing to pay twice. Consider how many interface changes the iPod went through; I believe Apple knew all along that the current generation of click wheel was the best, but they took a roundabout course in order to sell more iPods.
Basically, Apple doesn't show you all the cards they're holding. Keeping their hole cards and secret makes them more money.
Analysts fail to realize the Apple puts a tremendous amount of thought into their designs. The author cites a statistic that most people with MP3 players also have music-capable phones, but doesn't mention that none of those music phones have the Scroll Wheel. That is what makes the iPod, not the iTMS, iTunes or the stylish design...the scroll wheel is the reason why the iPod is a success. The iPhone will have one as well.
"Limited appeal" my ass; The author obviously doesn't understand the appeal of current Apple products, otherwise he wouldn't be questioning their move into the handset market.
This is going to be an exciting year if Apple realizes the iPhone; the average iPod owner recognizes Apple's ingenious user interface and mobile phones' general lack of one.
Think of it as a compromise: You get to skip the ads, but we get to know which ads you are actively watching. E.g. Nielsen requires you alert them every so often you settle for a channel to watch, by interacting with the remote.
Hopefully this will push QuckTime to be the standard format for internet video, like on websites and such. After all, if you are going to post content wouldn't you rather it be available on the most popular portable media player? If I never have to view another.WMV on my Mac I'll be happy.
That's right, don't debate their arguments or basis, for the fact is that they are talking about something that should not be talked about in polite company. Their arguments are sound and they link to solid evidence, I am not going to decry them just because they don't follow the PC line.
"...Warner Music Group CEO Edgar Bronfman Jr. said the price of downloaded songs should vary depending on the popularity of the songs and the artists."
This is not about pricing songs according to their popularity. It's about charging more for popular songs. There is a difference.
Who actually has the upper hand here? Technically the execs could pull the plug on iTunes at any moment, but doing so would alienate millions of song purchasers. That would be disasterous for their business model.
Well aren't you a good anti-racist! The black guy has garbage bags full of items, obviously looting. The whites carrying bread and soda, absolute necessities, don't deserve to be ridiculed.
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...it is a fight in which they have nothing to lose.
Can you think of a better way to sync ones bookmarks, cookies and such? Apple is about the whole solution; big boys call that a vertical solution.
It's because of the iPhone, stupid.
I suppose you also want to give Apple the ability to charge you $29.99 for a replacement stylus, which they surely would.
You obviously don't understand Apple's business model. These things can be added later, then new _and_ existing owners will want it. That way they can sell two of them to those willing to pay twice. Consider how many interface changes the iPod went through; I believe Apple knew all along that the current generation of click wheel was the best, but they took a roundabout course in order to sell more iPods. Basically, Apple doesn't show you all the cards they're holding. Keeping their hole cards and secret makes them more money.
Steve must be pissed that this got out. Remember, loose lips sink ships.
Analysts fail to realize the Apple puts a tremendous amount of thought into their designs. The author cites a statistic that most people with MP3 players also have music-capable phones, but doesn't mention that none of those music phones have the Scroll Wheel. That is what makes the iPod, not the iTMS, iTunes or the stylish design...the scroll wheel is the reason why the iPod is a success. The iPhone will have one as well. "Limited appeal" my ass; The author obviously doesn't understand the appeal of current Apple products, otherwise he wouldn't be questioning their move into the handset market. This is going to be an exciting year if Apple realizes the iPhone; the average iPod owner recognizes Apple's ingenious user interface and mobile phones' general lack of one.
Think of it as a compromise: You get to skip the ads, but we get to know which ads you are actively watching.
E.g. Nielsen requires you alert them every so often you settle for a channel to watch, by interacting with the remote.
Who paralyzes the rats in the first place? Do the scientists step on 'em?
Attack the disease.
I know something you can do directly: buy a Mac and help them gain marketshare! That's your best bet for watching .mov on your cell.
Yes, my hand will enjoy this...
Hopefully this will push QuckTime to be the standard format for internet video, like on websites and such. After all, if you are going to post content wouldn't you rather it be available on the most popular portable media player? If I never have to view another .WMV on my Mac I'll be happy.
Let's vote for some protest playlists to bring this to the iTMS forefront. Here are some iMixes that I found: 100% RIAA-Free http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/ viewPublishedPlaylist?id=94403&s=143441
100% Riaa-Free 2
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/ viewPublishedPlaylist?id=215628&s=143441
Boycott RIAA
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/ viewPublishedPlaylist?id=37228&s=143441
That's right, don't debate their arguments or basis, for the fact is that they are talking about something that should not be talked about in polite company. Their arguments are sound and they link to solid evidence, I am not going to decry them just because they don't follow the PC line.
"...Warner Music Group CEO Edgar Bronfman Jr. said the price of downloaded songs should vary depending on the popularity of the songs and the artists." This is not about pricing songs according to their popularity. It's about charging more for popular songs. There is a difference. Who actually has the upper hand here? Technically the execs could pull the plug on iTunes at any moment, but doing so would alienate millions of song purchasers. That would be disasterous for their business model.
Well aren't you a good anti-racist! The black guy has garbage bags full of items, obviously looting. The whites carrying bread and soda, absolute necessities, don't deserve to be ridiculed.
I was imagining some kind of grille covering the floor of the pool, that hydraulically rises to surface level whenever it detects a drowner.
I can order these out of an electronics catalog and hook them up. Look! I just 'invented' something?
No, wrong on both counts. As far as Apple is concerned, it's about giving people a reason to buy a new iPod.
Here's the part where Steve Jobs swoops in and saves the day, cornering the tablet and education markets all on a single Tuesday.
Don't expect a public outcry since most of the library users are vagrants anyways.
Turn unit OFF before unplugging cord.
Maybe they know that many buyers will be upgrading their current iPod so the chance of them having all those accessories already is pretty good.
Hmm, better keep this technology in the right hands. One could print custom fingerprints a la "Gone in 60 seconds."