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Bose May Be Working on Streaming Music Service
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This most definitely is a Sonos competitor rather than a Spotify/Pandora/iTunes competitor.
Their SoundTouch System clearly needs people familiar with streaming services such as Beats Music, Spotify etc, but I can't imagine they actually think they can compete when it comes to content.
I just hope Apple revamps AirPlay to be more Sonos-like, so that you don't actually stream from your iPhone/iPad, but use your device merely as a remote.
Sonos is a great wireless service with great integration, but it sucks that you must buy their ugly speakers (yes I know there is connect and connect amp, and use it for my main stereo in my living room).
Their SoundTouch System clearly needs people familiar with streaming services such as Beats Music, Spotify etc, but I can't imagine they actually think they can compete when it comes to content.
I just hope Apple revamps AirPlay to be more Sonos-like, so that you don't actually stream from your iPhone/iPad, but use your device merely as a remote.
Sonos is a great wireless service with great integration, but it sucks that you must buy their ugly speakers (yes I know there is connect and connect amp, and use it for my main stereo in my living room).
That was my exact read on this. They want to hire experts to insure their product line is as interoperable with the various existing streaming services as much as possible - not create their own. Just like in the television world, you have all these Smart TVs that want to boast the most interoperability with services like Netflix, Amazon, Hulu etc.
I think the author of the article was reading way too much into the posting.
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Because the Beats had a better sound for the music I like (jazz) than the Bose.
No, I am with you. I have started using itunes radio for soft music when having dinner or a party. But otherwise, I buy and listen to my library of music - all 14,000 songs and counting.
I learned my lesson a few years ago. I ripped hundreds of CD's and then sold them. I stored all the files on a western digital external HD. Damn thing dies less than 2 years later. All files lost! Never do that again.
Too bad back then apple iTunes match didn't exist
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anyone else hate Jazz? After 10 minutes I start going crazy
You should probably branch out an listen to more brands then. Bose is no better than Beats. I used to use Bose products when I didn't know about audio and switched to some Polks and they sounded way better! Never looked back.
For headphones I use Sennheiser and Polk and they sound much better than the Beats and Bose headphones I demo'ed at the store. I bought by my son some Beats because kids like them.
Bad music joke.
What's the great thing about jazz?
Musicians never have to worry about playing the wrong note.
Perhaps because the newer model beats have pretty good sound quality. For the newer studio wireless find me a better sounding, noise cancelling wireless headphone. They are too expensive to be sure, but the new ones don't sound bad at all.
So is each headphone company going to launch their own streaming music service? I hope we're not headed to a future where your headphones have to be compatible with your music streaming service. "I'm sorry, but your Audio-Technica headphones are not compatible with Bops by Bose!" It would be much like how Keurig is buliding DRM into their coffee dispensers.
this isn't even meant to sound rude or condescending - just get out there and explore the industry. bose, beats, skull candy, etc are all the worst of the worst.
put it this way: did (the 'general you') you have ANY interest in headphones before mobile devices started gaining traction? no? then forget everything you know about headphones and start over.
Not sure thats the issue. People are so Tired of these "Me Too" BS initiatives. Come up with something original. These Johnny Come Lately people are starting to get dull.
Samsung just announced the they are developing a pay service. As Jim Neighbors used to say.... Surprise, Surprise, Surprise....
Thanks. I'll pick your brain some more, but doing my research I have it down to:
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x (amazon: $100)
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x (amazon: $160)
V-MODA Crossfade LP Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal (amazon: $110)
Bose SoundTrue Headphones Around-Ear (amazon $150)
Sennheiser HD 558 (amazon $120)
I'm not sure the difference between the M40x and M50x would be noticeable by her. (I only listen to lectures, so I don't know if I could tell either.) The only reason I saw the V-MODA was because it was Amazon's gold-box deal of the day. I know the Bose is comfortable for her, because I had her try them on.
I've already spent a lot this year, so I'd prefer to lower cost if the difference doesn't justify. She listens to rock mostly, however she also likes to watch horror movies in bed on her laptop. Right now she is using a pair of in ear Sony ear buds, which I would be surprised if she spent more than $20 on. My hope is that better quality headphones would let her keep the volume down and protect her hearing. Of course, if they are not comfortable she wont wear them.
Also, sometimes she wears glasses.
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Yeah, Maybe...
Can't disagree with you, I'm part of that dying breed as well. But as long as I can get CDs and / or used CDs on Amazon for decent prices, I'll continue to be a throwback. It's not just about track price...sound quality is a huge issue yet to be resolved as well on any large level.
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Nope, I'm with you. It sucks moving around 500-600 cds around when I relocate, but I'd rather have a tangible album in hand, with real liner notes, and good sound quality hands down over convenience. I know there are ideas in the pipeline to appease people like me, but I'm not holding my breath for the day they come to fruition on any standardized level.
Can't disagree with you, I'm part of that dying breed as well. But as long as I can get CDs and / or used CDs on Amazon for decent prices, I'll continue to be a throwback. It's not just about track price...sound quality is a huge issue yet to be resolved as well on any large level.
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Nope, I'm with you. It sucks moving around 500-600 cds around when I relocate, but I'd rather have a tangible album in hand, with real liner notes, and good sound quality hands down over convenience. I know there are ideas in the pipeline to appease people like me, but I'm not holding my breath for the day they come to fruition on any standardized level.
Before you consider the Sennheiser 558s, keep in mind that they are open headphones which means sound leaks like crazy. But open headphones tend to sound better than closed headphones. Just don't plan on using them in a library.
None of these are quality Headphones
Apparently you don't buy for audio quality either, so what do you buy for?
Apparently you don't buy for audio quality either, so what do you buy for?
Bose May Be Working on Streaming Music Service
Better sound through research is not the same as Better sound through marketing. So please stop following the crowd and be unique.
Better sound through research is not the same as Better sound through marketing. So please stop following the crowd and be unique.
embrace iTunes match, and apple will essentially be storing all those cd's for you
Tried it briefly. Still takes your sound quality down to 256, plus other little glitchy things. Ultimately wasn't a bad experience, but really didn't take enough advantage of it day to day to justify continuing to pay for it. Might try it again one day.