Microsoft is mulling over an "xPod"?! Why don't these two companies just get it over with and merge already? I know what you're thinking; such an event would tear open a 4th dimension ushering in an era of winged pigs and wood nymphs. Maybe, but is that a bad thing? Me; I've always had a soft spot for wood nymphs.BusinessWeek discusses Microsoft’s intention to chip away at Apples whopping 70% market share in portal digital media devices. The "xPod" would not only play music & video but games that incidentally would be available on the Xbox 360. Insider information also indicates a program that would allow iPod users to convert all iTunes mp3 files they have purchased over to the "xPod" format (WMA) for free, with purchase of a new “xPod” of course. That’s a pretty good incentive but at the moment is just speculation as MS has yet to officially announce the product.
In my experience this kind of stuff is leaked for a reason...free press and a bit of internet hype. Only time will tell, my guess is an official announcement is soon to follow, just in time for the holiday season.
What's your take on a possible "xPod"? Feel free to add your comments.
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