Because any such service would have contracts with the record companies, and these contracts usually don't survive when the company is bought out by another company.
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Because any such service would have contracts with the record companies, and these contracts usually don't survive when the company is bought out by another company.
Apple could make it a perk of owning one of their devices. Obviously Spotify can't do it - then they'd have no business model at all.
Apple has made Windows Apps before. If it's a service they make money off of, I can easily see them offering it for Windows and Android users.
Have you actually used the new iTunes or are you basing your name calling off of the prior versions? I haven't used the new version much (because I swapped to Spotify when it was first released in the US) but I launched it just to look around... it looks to be what it should have been all along, to me... it's just way too late because Spotify has proven to be such a wonderful music player for me.
A page from Microsoft book
This move sounds so, Microsoft! It really reminds me how Windows started 'growing' over the past two decades by simply taking the most popular applications and incorporating a 'built in' version of it in the OS, and that's not only iRadio, but also iMessage, PhotoStream, iCloud, etc..
This move sounds so, Microsoft! It really reminds me how Windows started 'growing' over the past two decades by simply taking the most popular applications and incorporating a 'built in' version of it in the OS, and that's not only iRadio, but also iMessage, PhotoStream, iCloud, etc..
Doesn't make any sense to me. There are literally hundreds of radio stations already on iTunes which nobody listens to. All the streaming services already have radio type services. And with those you don't have to pay any extra to listen to a song or album if you hear something you like.
Either go down the subscription streaming route to compete with the likes of Spotify and Rdio or add lossless content and continue with the download to own option to compete with CDs. iRadio is neither one thing nor the other and as such will ultimately die through lack of interest just like Ping did.
Every day I struggle to use iTunes with its laggy interface, it's total inability to perform sensible searches and its multitude of bugs which mean that even the simplest of tasks like going back and forth between pages no longer works. Apple have lost the plot with iTunes and somebody (we all know who) should follow Forstall out of the door, so he can drive off into the sunset in his Ferrari.
Either go down the subscription streaming route to compete with the likes of Spotify and Rdio or add lossless content and continue with the download to own option to compete with CDs. iRadio is neither one thing nor the other and as such will ultimately die through lack of interest just like Ping did.
Every day I struggle to use iTunes with its laggy interface, it's total inability to perform sensible searches and its multitude of bugs which mean that even the simplest of tasks like going back and forth between pages no longer works. Apple have lost the plot with iTunes and somebody (we all know who) should follow Forstall out of the door, so he can drive off into the sunset in his Ferrari.
Well, yeah. They want to make as much profit as possible. Unlike most Android phones, people go in to stores specifically looking for the iPhone. They have to stock it, and that means they have to pay what Apple wants.
Apple charges more than the average Android OEM, meaning the end price will be higher. But then you have competitive forces that drive that end price down by cutting margins for volume (that's carrier's margins - specifically not Apple's).
They don't like that they don't have all the control. No surprise at all. Apple doesn't need to change anything there, though. Apple markets directly to consumers even though most consumers buy the iPhone through a third-party distributor (i.e. the carrier). The carriers are forced to stock iPhones because Apple markets directly to their customers and their customers want it.
That's why the carrier-made ads you see never advertise iPhones.
From Apple's perspective, a radio service would be great if:
- It was a really good radio service exclusive to iOS. That would increase iOS' appeal.
- It helped people discover music from iTunes. That would amplify any help iTunes gives to hardware purchases.
- It keeps iTunes relevant. Spotify in particular is growing rapidly; people like their business model. If they continue they could pose a threat to iTunes and any halo effect it has on Apple's other products. Also, Spotify isn't iOS exclusive; a good cross-platform music experience weakens iOS' competitive advantages.
- No, 30-second previews aren't enough
- Free radio? Oh, like... uhm... what Apple is rumoured to be doing?
Apple doesn't need to do anything in particular to keep the carriers happy. The carriers want commoditised hardware unless it's exclusive to their brand. Apple wants the opposite.
The carriers business model relies on attracting and retaining subscribers. They will buy whatever handsets they need to in order to do that (that's why they'd prefer commodity handsets - so they have all the bargaining power).
Lots of carriers were opposed to Apple's terms when the iPhone launched. Competitive pressure shut them up.
No, what they all have in common is that they all use the internet.
All of those are things people want. People want Maps (whether Apple's or Google's), they want iCloud, they want iMessage, they want Siri (it did sell devices even if few people use it), they want FaceTime.
What are you suggesting? That Apple should not have done any of those things and made an offline-only iPhone? That would also mean getting rid of Safari; which is probably the biggest data burner on the device (once you include images and streamed videos).
It's not just about hardware and software any more. It's about hardware, software and services.
If Apple didn't include WiFi, you may have a point about some conspiracy with the carriers. As it stands, no.
Internet radio has been around for a while. It's pretty reasonable, actually.
Here's my personal recommendation: http://somafm.com. If you like ambient, chill music you'll love GrooveSalad. I used to write down the artist names, but there were too many. Now I just put on GrooveSalad.
I love internet radio.
iRadio is not even an Apple product and all the rumors of what their streaming service may be is pure speculation.
Save the complaining if/when an actual service gets released.
All of Apple products are follow the leader and always have been. The iPod was not the 1st music player, iPad not the 1st tablet. The reason Apple becomes the leader of the gang is because their rendition of these products is far better in every way than what has come before. This is Apple's success story, not being 1st, but being best.
Maps anyone?
What you want is what everybody wants. Unfortunately, it's not what the content providers or cable providers want. They want lots of advertising money
and that would be lost with an alacarte mode of operation. Also, the price we would pay per show would be pretty steep to make up for the loss of ad revenue. I personally would pay alot more to get the shows I want with no commercials. Not sure how it will all shake out, but yes the current situation really sucks.
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Yes, or how about the infamous Cube. There will always be exceptions to every rule. Also, Maps is a work in progress and was released before it was ready. Lets see how the finished product looks.
We haven't seen it yet, so don't be so sure. And even if it doesn't take the world by storm, that doesn't mean it won't be a great product.
Yes, the entitlement atittude of most music consumers is sad at least and borders on criminal at worst. Not sure how to bring awareness to the unaware.
What you want is what everybody wants. Unfortunately, it's not what the content providers or cable providers want. They want lots of advertising money
and that would be lost with an alacarte mode of operation. Also, the price we would pay per show would be pretty steep to make up for the loss of ad revenue. I personally would pay alot more to get the shows I want with no commercials. Not sure how it will all shake out, but yes the current situation really sucks.
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Yes, or how about the infamous Cube. There will always be exceptions to every rule. Also, Maps is a work in progress and was released before it was ready. Lets see how the finished product looks.
People are cutting the cord and cable companies will have to give in. Aereo is a great start towards TV streaming.
If Apple is so hot to launch the service, then they need simply to stop being little bitches and pay for it.
Yea, god forbid being a musician should have to be like having a regular job that most of society has.
For centuries artists have always suffered for their art and it wasn't until the 20th century (and the technological advances in music distribution like radio and records) that they could even hope to make a generous amount of money from their talents.
I hope that Apple is going to do something great here. It could be just like Spotify, except it'll use your iTunes purchases with the Genius engine to generate great radio stations. Any songs that you want to download can be downloaded permanently at 256 AAC (VBR), unlike Spotify in which only streaming is available. Full price is $100 a year. It could actually generate more money for artists than the current practice in which much music would be otherwise widely pirated.
I can dream.
I can dream.
I use Pandora & Slacker. They are both good for discovering music, But I also have SIRIUS XM in my car which I listen to even more. They not only have commercial free music, but also sports, talk, special live concerts & events, plus so much other content you can't get with any other service.
I am sure Apple will do what Pandora and Slacker does ...only better...but I'd love if they would use some of that cash of theirs to buy SIRIUS. Thatd be awesome. Then Apple would have it all, music AND content. Nobody would be able to touch them. They'd OWN the car...which is the holy grail for radio.
With Pandora , Data packages on your smartphone are capped and can get used up pretty fast listening to online radio. Another thing is that coverage coast to coast can be very spotty using your smartphone. So That's another advantage of Satellite radio, it doesn't eat into your data plan, and its coverage is unparalleled while on the road.
I don't think Apple is going to buy Sirius, but I sure wish they would.
I am sure Apple will do what Pandora and Slacker does ...only better...but I'd love if they would use some of that cash of theirs to buy SIRIUS. Thatd be awesome. Then Apple would have it all, music AND content. Nobody would be able to touch them. They'd OWN the car...which is the holy grail for radio.
With Pandora , Data packages on your smartphone are capped and can get used up pretty fast listening to online radio. Another thing is that coverage coast to coast can be very spotty using your smartphone. So That's another advantage of Satellite radio, it doesn't eat into your data plan, and its coverage is unparalleled while on the road.
I don't think Apple is going to buy Sirius, but I sure wish they would.
Yeah, there's this thing called netflix check it out.
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The same thing could be said about you're post, although I won't say it, I'm far too nice. Actually I'm on the lookout for the moderators, they're forcing me to be nicer than I am.
Netflix has a terrible selection for their streaming service. Perhaps the person you replied to would like to have a service from Apple that has a better selection of newer movies.
Next time you should try posting something that adds to the conversation. Just my humble opinion!
Ads?
Ads don't create enough revenue per consumer for these services. And they certainly won't if Apple is taking its usual 30%...
Subscription based services without ads are where the money is, and they also offer the premium consumer experience.
An ads based service? Not so much.
Ads don't create enough revenue per consumer for these services. And they certainly won't if Apple is taking its usual 30%...
Subscription based services without ads are where the money is, and they also offer the premium consumer experience.
An ads based service? Not so much.
And to compensate for lost revenues, internet will get either capped and/or prices will go up.
They aren't going to sit idle and let a revenue stream die.
Spotify offers the possibility to purchase songs in some countries.
Not sure if you by download mean download for free (as long as you pay $100/year). That will generate a lot of money.... not.