Speculation: The Real iPod Killer

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Real Networks Hacks iPod; .rm & Real
Store for iPod

Real Networks Hacks iPod; .rm & Real
Store for iPod 07/26/2004 09:12 AM
Slashdot Jul 26 2004 1:00PM GMT

Spymac speculation: the 5GB iPod

Spymac speculation: the 5GB iPod 12/02/2003 03:04 AM
When a company is leading a saturated market by several percentage points with a $299 low-end model, most would say there’s little room for improvement. With accolades galore, a corporation enjoying such a position could indeed rest until the gap closes, only to scramble once the competition catches on. Indeed… but those other companies don’t have Steve Jobs as a CEO.

iPod Speculation Grows Before Macworld

iPod Speculation Grows Before Macworld 12/31/2003 09:36 AM
Don't count on seeing dramatically smaller or cheaper iPod music players in the new year, despite Internet rumors that Apple Computer will announce them next week in San Francisco. By Jon Fortt (San Jose Mercury News via MyAppleMenu)

HP's iPod Killer To Be... The iPod

HP's iPod Killer To Be... The iPod 01/08/2004 08:41 PM
While everyone else is scrambling around trying to design an iPod killer, the folks over at HP figured why bother? They've gone and licensed the technology directly from Apple and will start selling their own branded version of the iPod - complete with iTunes. This is a bit surprising, because you'd expect HP to just sign up for a Microsoft-supported product instead. Still, any bets on whether or not this device will be called the HPod?

Why There Will Be No iPod Killer -- Ever

Why There Will Be No iPod Killer -- Ever 03/30/2005 11:33 AM

Why? Because it look slike the whole consumer electronics industry is now trying to "kill" the iPod instead of inventing something of their own. By Francois Joseph de Kermadec, O'Reilly Network

Which One is the iPod Killer?

Which One is the iPod Killer? 09/17/2004 10:22 PM
G4 Tech TV Sep 18 2004 1:50AM GMT

NW-HD5: Sony's iPod Killer?

NW-HD5: Sony's iPod Killer? 04/06/2005 12:37 PM
Sony showed off the latest addition to its line of Walkman digital music players Wednesday, the NW-HD5. While it is the fifth hard drive player to be released by the company, it will be the first to see worldwide distribution. Unlike Sony's previous units, the NW-HD5 is designed to stand upright, similar to Apple's iPod.

Another iPod killer rumor

Another iPod killer rumor 05/28/2004 10:46 AM

What has it been now a couple of years since the original iPod was released and people are still running around saying that there is going to be this device or that device that will knock the iPod off it's pedestal. Some company can only hope they get that lucky. Slashdot has the latest rumor and until a product is seen and tested all this talk is just vaporware. [Slashdot ]

YAIK: Yet Another iPod Killer

YAIK: Yet Another iPod Killer 08/03/2004 11:11 AM

Microsoft's iPod Killer?

Microsoft's iPod Killer? 04/09/2004 04:01 PM
A few weeks ago, news.com reported on Microsoft's iPod killer: a portable device that can handle both audio and video. The device is roughly twice as heavy, three times as thick and twice as long as an iPod though. "Killer"? I don't think so. Not only will it be too bulky to easily carry around with you, I also don't... (466 words)

Another ipod killer: It's a Sony

Another ipod killer: It's a Sony 07/07/2004 06:09 PM
TechTree Jul 7 2004 10:40PM GMT

$50 Microsoft iPod Killer? Feh!!

$50 Microsoft iPod Killer? Feh!! 05/28/2004 09:39 AM
Microsoft is apparently preparing to battle the iPod. Not satisfied with decimating the Macintosh with undercut pricing (and, admittedly, a more sound distribution model) Microsoft wants the iPod to have a more Apple-like 5 percent market-share. But will it work? Yes, and no.

Yes, because there is a significant percentage of people out there who simply don't appreciate the stunning combination of design, technology, and usability that is Apple. These people appreciate a cheap price, languish in the familiarity of all things Microsoft, and don't appreciate good design.

Why you should think twice before buying
Sony's iPod Killer

Why you should think twice before buying
Sony's iPod Killer 05/12/2004 02:36 AM
Well Sony has done a bang up job making a very stylish MP3 player.. Whoops hold the phone it isn't...

Other News: Sony iPod Killer

Other News: Sony iPod Killer 07/01/2004 10:14 AM
Sony has a new hard-disk Walkman, and it's priced under Apple's iPod.

Microsoft To Make $50 iPod Killer

Microsoft To Make $50 iPod Killer 05/28/2004 10:47 PM
MobileMag May 29 2004 3:28AM GMT

Mobiles As iPod-Killer? Think 99
Problems

Mobiles As iPod-Killer? Think 99
Problems 06/17/2005 03:36 PM

There's only one thing truly holding mobile phones back from trampling the iPod shuffle. The trouble is, they might never overcome it. By Charles Arthur, Netimperative

Other News: Sony "iPod-Killer" Isn't...

Other News: Sony "iPod-Killer" Isn't... 07/05/2004 11:24 AM
Arik Hesseldahl doesn't think Sony's 20GB music player has what it takes to be an iPod-killer.

Mossberg: New Sony player is no iPod
killer

Mossberg: New Sony player is no iPod
killer 07/28/2004 12:59 AM
The Wall Street Journal's Walt Mossberg says that Sony's 20GB Network Walkman NW-HD1 digital music player is no match for Apple's iPod [paid sub...

Mossberg: Sony's new Walkman is no iPod
killer

Mossberg: Sony's new Walkman is no iPod
killer 07/28/2004 01:08 PM
The Wall Street Journal's technology columnist, Walter Mossberg, t akes a look at Sony's new 20GB Network Walkman NW-HD1, the first Walkman portable music device to feature a hard drive (subscription required to read the article). Already dubbed an "iPod killer" by some industry wags, the Walkman fails to impress Mossberg on several points, including "confusing" user interface, "tedious" song-loading process that took more than two hours to transfer 416 songs, and less robust companion music download service that also sports more restrictive rules than the iTunes Music store. "The iPod wins this round, and remains champion," said Mossberg.

Microsoft's iPod-Killer: Portable Media
Center?

Microsoft's iPod-Killer: Portable Media
Center? 01/06/2004 10:31 AM

Sony's "iPod killer" Fails to Draw Blood

Sony's "iPod killer" Fails to Draw Blood 07/31/2004 01:42 PM

Why do iPod lovers had Real?

Why do iPod lovers had Real? 08/18/2004 04:33 PM
Nelson makes a very good point: I'm puzzled by the backlash against RealNetworks for figuring out how to get music onto the iPod. Sure, I think Real makes crummy products too. But they've opened up Apple's proprietary platform, increasing choice for consumers and lowering prices. How does the user lose? Now I'm all for bashing Big Evil Companies that do Stupid Things, but I'm also a fan of cracking open that little white music jail too. Like Nelson, I don't...

Real gloms onto the iPod

Real gloms onto the iPod 07/27/2004 12:25 AM

I still don't get why you'd want to have your files play on an iPod - but I guess it makes sense. If you owned an iPod, you;d be using iTunes. So why would Rhapsody customers wanna.....

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And You Thought...this day would never come? Rob Glaser on CNBC, a few minutes ago, talking about his new "Harmony" with iPod and other music devices...

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Real Hacks the iPod

Real Hacks the iPod 07/26/2004 09:01 AM

CNET: RealNetworks breaks Apple's hold on iPod. RealNetworks announced Monday that it has unlocked some of Apple Computer's most tightly held technology secrets, giving its music a way onto the popular iPod digital music player.

There's good news in this announcement, namely the fact that Real is forcing a tiny bit more openness on Apple, which has been trying for a winner-take-all approach to digital music. More choice, and less lock-in, by these companies is always a good idea. But Real is no prize when it comes to locking customers into another box: the one the music industry has created with its insistence on absolute control over digital music. Real's approach to selling songs is not that at all: It says you're only renting them. At least Apple says you (mostly) own what you're buying. Nonetheless, this is progress of a sort.

Real Instigates iPod War

Real Instigates iPod War 07/30/2004 01:53 AM
Just months after RealNetworks approached Apple with open arms to coordinate their online music strategies only to be spurned; RealNetworks shocked the world of digital music by introducing "Harmony." In the aftermath of Harmony's launch, the souring relationship between RealNetworks and Apple can be described as anything but harmonious.

Real gets flamed over iPod campaign

Real gets flamed over iPod campaign 08/18/2004 02:34 PM
Petition calling on Apple to open its music player to rival tunes becomes target of anti-RealNetworks brickbats.

A Real Winner—the iPod mini

A Real Winner—the iPod mini 04/09/2004 04:10 PM
“If you have been thinking of getting a digital music player,” writes Sree, the Tech Guru for ABC-7 NYC, “but have hesitated because everything’s so confusing and complicated, the iPod mini is the answer. If it fits your budget, then you may want to put one in your pocket, too.” [Apr 2]

Real ships guerrilla DRM for the iPod

Real ships guerrilla DRM for the iPod 07/26/2004 01:59 AM
Real Networks have reverse-engineered Apple's iPod and written a player for its DRM "Helix" format, which they're giving away. This means that you'll be able to play the Helix files you buy from Real on your Apple iPod.

I'm cautiously glad about this. It's the right idea: tech vendors should be writing tools that allow anyone to play anything on anything: it's insane to own an Apple "record player" that only plays Apple "records" -- meaning that if you buy your records from Real, you need to buy another record player.

My only disappointment is that Real is engaged in the same behaviour: Real's records only play on players licensed by Real: it would be much more customer-friendly if Real went into the business of providing us with music in a patent-free, open standard that could be implemented by anyone. Link (Thanks, Jeff!)

Other News: REAL iPod Award

Other News: REAL iPod Award 05/11/2004 09:13 AM
Get an Apple Design Award with your REALbasic application, and REAL will give you an iPod Mini (if it can find one).

Other News: Real Conquers iPod Control

Other News: Real Conquers iPod Control 07/26/2004 10:56 AM
Everyone's buzzing about Real's announcement of a cross-platform music system that breaks through Apple's proprietary iPod hurdles.

Real CEO answers questions on Harmony,
iPod

Real CEO answers questions on Harmony,
iPod 09/14/2004 02:35 PM
Real Networks CEO Rob Glaser has personally answered questions submitted to him by Slashdot readers...

Video iPod: Will enough rumors make it
real?

Video iPod: Will enough rumors make it
real? 04/06/2005 08:33 PM
CNET News.com Apr 7 2005 12:33AM GMT

Real Networks moves into iPod country

Real Networks moves into iPod country 07/27/2004 03:53 AM

I have purchased a total of 3 songs from iTunes and probably a 100 from the Music Match network which I have loaded on my iPod was it difficult, not at all in my opinion. I just had to be smart. I like the idea of not having to go through hoops to move the music to the iPod so Real may get some of my business. But If I was a betting man I would wager that Apple's legal team will be trying to shut this down. [Corante] [Wired ] [eWeek] [ArsTechnic a]

Real 'frees' Apple's iPod player

Real 'frees' Apple's iPod player 07/26/2004 07:08 AM
BBC Jul 26 2004 11:05AM GMT

Real targets iPod with download price
cut

Real targets iPod with download price
cut 08/18/2004 06:58 AM
vnunet.com Aug 18 2004 11:39AM GMT

Real gets flamed over iPod campaign |
CNET News.com

Real gets flamed over iPod campaign |
CNET News.com 08/19/2004 05:55 AM
Apple zealots slam Real's iPod campaign .. received the opposite reponse

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Real to 'free' iPod from iTunes Music
Store

Real to 'free' iPod from iTunes Music
Store 07/26/2004 05:34 AM
Harmony tunes player into Rhapsody

Where's the Harmony? iPod firmware
update shuts out Real

Where's the Harmony? iPod firmware
update shuts out Real 12/19/2004 03:45 PM
An iPod firmware update has made tracks encoded with RealNetworks' Harmony unplayable on some iPods. RealNetworks has vowed to fight back, but will Apple's move cause people to look askance at Harmony?

Real slams Apple's iPod 'hacker' attack

Real slams Apple's iPod 'hacker' attack 07/30/2004 10:42 PM

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