We have a broader vision than just selling MP3 players, we are thinking about more connected entertainment experiences driven by the Zune software and services for not only Zune device owners but other ‘tuners’ as well. This vision requires continued investment in the business as we grow the capabilities of what the service needs to do for other screens and devices.”
The WebTV if digital music wants to give us a better user experience than we already have.
Microsoft finally figures out a software (not hardware) company can’t beat a hardware company at its own game. Forget WebTV and WIFI base stations and all the other failed hardware projects that never took off at Microsoft. “We’re gonna get it right this time. Promise. We’ll innovate our way out of this malaise.” (i.e. The current $100 million loss on the Zune).
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1983. The Beatles announce their first tour in thirteen years, but likewise announce that Michael Jackson will be going on tour with them as a one gigantic mega-concert event.
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The WebTV if digital music wants to give us a better user experience than we already have.
Microsoft finally figures out a software (not hardware) company can’t beat a hardware company at its own game. Forget WebTV and WIFI base stations and all the other failed hardware projects that never took off at Microsoft. “We’re gonna get it right this time. Promise. We’ll innovate our way out of this malaise.” (i.e. The current $100 million loss on the Zune).
Indeed.
Posted by Eric Welch at January 26th, 2009 at 8:20 amUh huh. And what does that mean in English?
One of my constant prayers for 2009 is a Zune phone. I need something new to mock.
Posted by David Owens at January 26th, 2009 at 9:01 am