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Could 2013 be the Year that Apple Releases Music Streaming Service?

Andrew Grush — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:45:53 +0000

There have been rumors going on for a while now that Apple is considering its own online radio service. The idea of online streaming as an extension of iTunes isn’t surprising and makes a great deal of sense as offerings like Spotify and Pandora continue to grow and expand their services.

Now BTIG analyst Richard Greenfield says that 2013 could likely be the year that Apple launches such a service. Greenfield claims Apple is already in talks with record labels to get song catalogs and will most likely see integration with iTunes and iOS.

There is no word on exactly when such a service could be announced, by WWDC seems like a likely time of the year for such a service to be unveiled.

You have to wonder though, is Apple to late to the game? Services like Spotify already have great multi-platform app support and have an excellent library. The only thing I can really personally think of that Apple could add to the table is the hype generated from its brand name.

Apple’s brand carries a lot of weight and power, but is it enough to steal away from established streaming and cloud music services? What do you think?

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Tablet Support Added to Sony Music Unlimited v1.2 for Android

Michael Kwan — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:37:49 +0000

Yes, the Apple iPad is still the dominating force in the world of tablets and iTunes is still the dominating force when it comes to music downloads, but Sony is quick to remind you that they’re in this game too. Going along with the Sony S Tablet is the roll out of Music Unlimited for Android v1.2. The key is that the new version adds support for tablet devices.

The Sony Music Unlimited service isn’t a music download service. Instead, it’s an online streaming service that lets you enjoy all the tunes you want via a monthly subscription, which ranges from $4 to $10. The new version offers a new user interface that is more optimized for the tablet screen size and form factor. It’s easy to make playlists, search for songs, and so on.

When you sign up for Sony Music Unlimited, the music streaming isn’t just for the tablet. The same login information can be used for your Android smartphone, PlayStation 3, or your home PC. The Sony S Tablet also does the PlayStation thing, helping to tie Sony’s various brands together into a single package. The Sony Music Unlimited v1.2.1 app for tablets is available now through Android Market and the reviews to date look abysmal.

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