Why Microsoft's Zune can't dent Apple's iPod
14th Nov 2006, 19:17 GMT
Microsofts Zune music player has little or no chance of denting Apples iPod juggernaut and contrary to all the digital ink spilled on product comparisons and reviews most of the reasons are strategic. Apple has built up quite a moat around its iPod business.Bottom line: Even if Microsofts Zune is just a first volley it has a tough road ahead. Exhibit A: Apple has managed to integrate the iPod into daily life. Today Apple announced it is partnering with Air France, Continental, Delta, Emirates, KLM and United integrate the iPod with in-flight entertainment systems. This development builds on an August integration deal with Ford, General Motors and Mazda and a January partnership with Chrysler. Overall, Apple has wormed the ...
Why Microsoft's Zune can't dent Apple's iPod related news:
- Microsoft takes aim at Apple with Zune — MSNBC.com: Technology & Science
- You get a sticker with your Zune — The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)
- The Zune is here — TechSpot
- Microsoft takes aim at iPod with release of Zune — KOMO - News - Microsoft
- Microsoft lanza Zune para destronar al iPod — LA VANGUARDIA.es - Al Minuto
- Zune takes aim at iPod — baltimoresun.com - business
- Microsoft lança nesta terça-feira o Zune, novo concorrente do iPod — Folha Online - Informática
- NY Times plugs Zune: Shining in the shadow of iPod — The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)
- Zune: Microsoft's answer to Apple's iPod — The Earth Times Online Newspaper - Technology and Science News
- Microsoft Zune Sounding Off Tomorrow — Object
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