Yvan256
Apr 12, 10:53 AM
Netflix advantages:
- available on a lot of platforms (Xbox360, PS3, Wii, :apple:TV, iPhone/iPod touch/iPad, some set-top boxes, Silverlight)
- low cost (around 10$ per month, unlimited streaming)
Netflix disadvantages:
- only available in USA and Canada (extremely limited selection in Canada)
Apple advantages:
- could be launched in a lot of countries (probably everywhere there currently is an iTunes Store)
- already have a lot of iTunes Store user accounts worldwide
Apple disadvantages:
- would probably require an Apple-made device to access the content (bonus: no Silverlight installation required on Mac), as I don't see Apple making an app for the Xbox360, PS3, Wii and other set-top boxes (they'd rather sell you an :apple:TV)
- their servers are located in the USA, so I don't know if it's enough to serve streaming media worldwide. Do they currently have servers in other countries for the international iTunes Stores?
Technical issues aside, however, it all boils down to selection and price.
- available on a lot of platforms (Xbox360, PS3, Wii, :apple:TV, iPhone/iPod touch/iPad, some set-top boxes, Silverlight)
- low cost (around 10$ per month, unlimited streaming)
Netflix disadvantages:
- only available in USA and Canada (extremely limited selection in Canada)
Apple advantages:
- could be launched in a lot of countries (probably everywhere there currently is an iTunes Store)
- already have a lot of iTunes Store user accounts worldwide
Apple disadvantages:
- would probably require an Apple-made device to access the content (bonus: no Silverlight installation required on Mac), as I don't see Apple making an app for the Xbox360, PS3, Wii and other set-top boxes (they'd rather sell you an :apple:TV)
- their servers are located in the USA, so I don't know if it's enough to serve streaming media worldwide. Do they currently have servers in other countries for the international iTunes Stores?
Technical issues aside, however, it all boils down to selection and price.
CarlHeanerd
Apr 11, 05:21 PM
I'm blind in my right eye, and this will allow for me to experience 3D for the first time. Existing methods require binocular vision but this works for me, and I was pretty darned convinced. I don't see how you guys can expect better than this, seriously!
dvkid
Nov 10, 07:22 PM
[QUOTE=MhzDoesMatter;3038027]Yeah, but u don't have EVERY FONT EVER MADE.
So nyeah.
[QUOTE]
Get a phone manager like the rest of us font-junkies.
So yeah.
So nyeah.
[QUOTE]
Get a phone manager like the rest of us font-junkies.
So yeah.
lazyrighteye
Mar 25, 12:27 PM
I also find it a bit hard to believe that Halebopp has managed to get 3 iPad 2's in the two weeks that they have been out and that he is waiting for the 4th given the production shortages. Unless Halebopp is going down to the Apple Store every morning at 7am and waiting in line for it to open so he can exchange the unit before the stock disappears. Maybe Apple Store is willing to hold one for you if you call the day before and tell them about the problem you are having and that you need an exchange. But I remember when folks where exchanging their 27-inch iMacs that had screen problems that it took quite a while to get replacement units.
As has been written a dozen plus times in this thread (including by Halebopp himself): Apple Stores have several units, in every configuration, on-site, that are not for sale but reserved specifically for returns/exchanges.
True story.
As has been written a dozen plus times in this thread (including by Halebopp himself): Apple Stores have several units, in every configuration, on-site, that are not for sale but reserved specifically for returns/exchanges.
True story.
sandman42
Dec 2, 03:05 PM
Another report proves that you can often tell where a person is from even further away just by looking at them!
Seriously, if you're within 60 feet of someone don't you *already* know where they are? There's all kinds of ways to be 'seen' or 'tracked' -- how big a deal is this? If we're worried about someone setting up detectors every 50 feet don't we have bigger things to worry about? All these years they could have been setting up cameras or microphones or... ...maybe they already have!
Seriously, if you're within 60 feet of someone don't you *already* know where they are? There's all kinds of ways to be 'seen' or 'tracked' -- how big a deal is this? If we're worried about someone setting up detectors every 50 feet don't we have bigger things to worry about? All these years they could have been setting up cameras or microphones or... ...maybe they already have!
NT1440
Apr 10, 10:36 PM
I'm wondering that how does Apple live without Steve and Ive :(
Steve has spent the last decade turning Apple into a company that operates in the image of his philosophy. That is instilled in the very essence of the company. Apple will continue without Jobs and Ive, whenever that may occur, for quite a while.
Steve has spent the last decade turning Apple into a company that operates in the image of his philosophy. That is instilled in the very essence of the company. Apple will continue without Jobs and Ive, whenever that may occur, for quite a while.
milo
Aug 17, 05:40 PM
I think this news shouldn't surprise anyone. What I'm more interested in is finding out what the specifics are. How big are the files? How are the encoded? What is Apple's delivery method? What are expected transfer times? What is the resolution? What is the aspect ratio? What will the price per movie be? Is it just the movie, or DVD extras as well? These, to me, are the important questions, not when the service itself will launch.... :cool:
Sadly, I'd bet the answer to most of those (except for price) will be "same as it is already".
Sadly, I'd bet the answer to most of those (except for price) will be "same as it is already".
Ann P
Jan 6, 07:34 PM
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Anonymous Freak
Oct 18, 09:39 PM
I suppose the "True Video" iPod will be released at a special event along side the iPhone and PowerBook G5? :p
(Well, two out of the three would be nice.)
(Well, two out of the three would be nice.)
iWhale
Jan 10, 06:35 AM
I wonder what the new app in iLife 07 will be, assuming there is one.
AlBDamned
Sep 12, 05:16 AM
There goes Vaughn! :o
edit: and Bell! :eek:
edit: and Bell! :eek:
technicolor
Oct 17, 01:59 PM
In addition to those waiting from the school crowd, there is the christmas buying crowd waiting just around the corner.
I really believe that Apple is going to arrogantly keep to their same slow update cycle despite switching to Intel. This means we probably won't see Core 2 Duo and better GPUs in MacBook /MacBook Pros / mini until MacWorld SF 2007.
Apple really misses the boat by not having up-to-date new product available before the holiday buying season.
Most people do not care or even know what sort of chip or gpu is inside their computers. People here should stop deluding themselves into thinking they are the average consumer and somehow Apple is shooting themselves in the foot by not catering to them.
I really believe that Apple is going to arrogantly keep to their same slow update cycle despite switching to Intel. This means we probably won't see Core 2 Duo and better GPUs in MacBook /MacBook Pros / mini until MacWorld SF 2007.
Apple really misses the boat by not having up-to-date new product available before the holiday buying season.
Most people do not care or even know what sort of chip or gpu is inside their computers. People here should stop deluding themselves into thinking they are the average consumer and somehow Apple is shooting themselves in the foot by not catering to them.
lhsa
Jun 10, 11:54 AM
bloodbone:
how does BB handle upgrades if you're eligible? Do we just pay the upgrade cost?
how much does the BB plan cost?
how does BB handle upgrades if you're eligible? Do we just pay the upgrade cost?
how much does the BB plan cost?
Lesser Evets
Apr 29, 09:21 AM
Everyone I know either has an iPhone or wants an iPhone. I even know a slew of Apple-loathing PC fanboys who have iPhones and HATE that they have iPhones, but love the iPhones so much.
Most people wanting an iPhone, that I know, don't have a problem with the $199 price tag, but with the 2-year plan and cost per month. They are generally cell phone non-dependants who have use-as-you-go plans due to lack of consuming need. $120/mo. for everything unlimited is ridiculous. If it was $40/mo. for everything unlimited, I believe cell providers would see a surge in sales. Then again, would that cheap a price provide them profit?
Most people wanting an iPhone, that I know, don't have a problem with the $199 price tag, but with the 2-year plan and cost per month. They are generally cell phone non-dependants who have use-as-you-go plans due to lack of consuming need. $120/mo. for everything unlimited is ridiculous. If it was $40/mo. for everything unlimited, I believe cell providers would see a surge in sales. Then again, would that cheap a price provide them profit?
Sir Pancakes
Apr 22, 01:11 PM
if i'm paying for a digital subscription, there's no reason why i should also have to look at ads.
i can see why there are ads for a print edition, due to printing costs, paper, and shipping, but none of those exist for a digital edition.
Magazines do not sell advertising to cover the costs of printing. They make the MAJORITY of their money through advertising. You'll often see mag subscriptions for really cheap online because they want to get the mags in as many hands as possible so they can brag to publishers about readership and charge more for ads.
I would guess the high price for iPad apps as more to do with the development costs than anything else.
i can see why there are ads for a print edition, due to printing costs, paper, and shipping, but none of those exist for a digital edition.
Magazines do not sell advertising to cover the costs of printing. They make the MAJORITY of their money through advertising. You'll often see mag subscriptions for really cheap online because they want to get the mags in as many hands as possible so they can brag to publishers about readership and charge more for ads.
I would guess the high price for iPad apps as more to do with the development costs than anything else.
Lacero
Sep 9, 06:57 AM
Next, tongue forking.
SevenInchScrew
Jun 25, 09:52 AM
Just because you have a narrow mind and can�t see past shooting aliens over and over again while mashing buttons, doesn�t mean that what you do defines gaming!
But, I like shooting aliens, with a controller. That is my definition of fun gaming. PEW PEW PEW
But, I like shooting aliens, with a controller. That is my definition of fun gaming. PEW PEW PEW
coryndiego
Apr 11, 12:26 AM
What about a thin layer of Liquid Metal combined with the Carbon Fiber to make a super strong material that looks metal from the outside. Just enough Liquid Metal to smooth the finish and protect from shock or compression.
I wonder if this is possible?
I wonder if this is possible?
NoSmokingBandit
Apr 6, 04:58 PM
BlendTecs are more for bars and restaurants that blend several dozen pitchers every night. I know i'd never worry about it breaking down.
shstiger2009
Mar 6, 07:48 PM
i think driving fast and swerving erratically is a good way to remove a moron from your windshield.
+100
+100
Hastings101
Apr 11, 11:44 PM
Duh? I predict this rumor will be one of the very few true ones on this site lol
macduke
Jul 16, 08:52 AM
Why doesn't Apple just hold something, like, I dunno...a press conference to clear this whole mess up? Because that would be great.
kthnxbai
kthnxbai
dvkid
Nov 10, 07:22 PM
[QUOTE=MhzDoesMatter;3038027]Yeah, but u don't have EVERY FONT EVER MADE.
So nyeah.
[QUOTE]
Get a phone manager like the rest of us font-junkies.
So yeah.
So nyeah.
[QUOTE]
Get a phone manager like the rest of us font-junkies.
So yeah.
PghLondon
Apr 29, 09:44 AM
The problem for Apple is that Android handsets come out, which are the very top and, as you say the same price, then a while later a new top Android phone comes out, so the old one gets offered to people at a lower price, then an even newer Android handset comes out, so the original one is now offered at a very lower price and so it goes on.
So, people can may a LOT for an iPhone or get an Android phone that was the very best a while ago for much less.
Apple don't tend to let old models slip down the pricing ladder in this way, hence they will always lose out from amass of sales that are at low to medium price bracket, and that's where the bulk of the consumer market is.
Apple are the only ones that lose out due to this policy.
And to be honest, a lot of people don't know, care, understand. the iPhone is just another phone, like and Android phone. they are all the same thing, you can get apps and games on them all and they are all phones.
Lots of people just don't care.
Cool story. Only problem, of course, is the facts.
iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS are the #1 and #2 selling handsets.
Not big on business sense, are you? Apple doesn't "let old models slip down on pricing" because they don't have to. Do you think other companies reduce prices on their phones out of the goodness of their heart? They lower the prices because nobody wants them.
So, people can may a LOT for an iPhone or get an Android phone that was the very best a while ago for much less.
Apple don't tend to let old models slip down the pricing ladder in this way, hence they will always lose out from amass of sales that are at low to medium price bracket, and that's where the bulk of the consumer market is.
Apple are the only ones that lose out due to this policy.
And to be honest, a lot of people don't know, care, understand. the iPhone is just another phone, like and Android phone. they are all the same thing, you can get apps and games on them all and they are all phones.
Lots of people just don't care.
Cool story. Only problem, of course, is the facts.
iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS are the #1 and #2 selling handsets.
Not big on business sense, are you? Apple doesn't "let old models slip down on pricing" because they don't have to. Do you think other companies reduce prices on their phones out of the goodness of their heart? They lower the prices because nobody wants them.
