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To: slacker711 who wrote (44634)5/12/2005 9:50:29 PM
From: JP Sullivan   of 213181
 
One other thing (and I think it's a deal breaker):

For MP3 handsets to replace a dedicated music player like the iPod in a big way, the user would have to be allowed to upload their own music. If this feature is not available, then MP3 handsets will be a whole lot less attractive to the mainstream user. Someone who already has 20GB of music (whether from their CD collection or online purchases) is not going to want to pay their cell phone service provider for the same music. Also, due to licensing agreements, certain music may not be available in certain parts of the world. Witness how long it's taking ITMS to offer music outside the US. The last time I checked, it's available in only 18 other countries. I haven't looked at services like Napster or Real Networks--I wonder how many countries they sell to.

-we-
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