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Submission + - Is Apple the new Microsoft?

Submitted by frdmfghtr on Saturday September 08, 2007 @04:10PM

frdmfghtr writes: Computerworld has an article asking if Apple is the new Microsoft; Mike Elgin of Compuerworld writes, in part: "Don't get me wrong. I think Apple's execution of these features is far better than its competitors'. And it would be horrible decision-making to not build the iPhone simply because others pioneered key features. But that's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about Apple doing what Microsoft did: dominating the market with features other companies had first. If it was fair to slam Microsoft over Windows, it's fair to slam Apple over the iPhone and iPod Touch."

Submission + - Apple is the New Monopoly

Submitted by CodeBuster on Friday September 07, 2007 @12:15PM

CodeBuster writes: Mike Elgan editorializes in an article on PC World that Apple is the New Microsoft when it comes to monopolistic practices, especially with iTunes, iPhone, and iPod, and that the role of industry's biggest bully is increasingly played by Apple and not Microsoft. From TFA,

"The most vociferous Microsoft haters slammed the company for being a greedy industry bully that used its monopolistic, clunky, copycat operating system to force software on users and coerce partners into unfair licensing deals. Don't look now, but the role of the industry's biggest bully is increasingly played by Apple, not Microsoft."

Submission + - PC World claims "Apple is the New Microsoft

Submitted by

mcgrew (sm62704)

on Friday September 07, 2007 @12:11PM

mcgrew (sm62704) writes: "In a wordy, convoluted troll, PC World is claiming that it's Apple's turn to be the monopolist now. Their reasoning is, of course, the iPod and iTunes.

Don't look now, but the role of the industry's biggest bully is increasingly played by Apple, not Microsoft. Here's a look at how Apple has shoved Microsoft aside as the company with the worst reputation as a monopolist, copycat and a bully.
Personally, I don't buy it. What do you guys think?"

Submission + - Apple may get sued over iPod touch (zmolklife.com)

Submitted by

Emil Johansson

on Friday September 07, 2007 @12:01PM

Emil Johansson writes: "If there is a risk of mix-up between HTC Touch and iPod touch Apple may get sued for taking the name "touch". A spokesman at HTC has stated that they consider taking legal actions.

I take it you remember the dispute between Apple and Cisco over the name iPhone. After lots of trouble it was solved, both could use the name but in different connections. When Apple introduced the new iPod touch the risk a similar dispute with the Taiwanese company HTC. They launched their smartphone HTC touch in June this year and claim they have the right to the name."

Submission + - Fox News was the Most Watched Presidential Debate (blogspot.com)

Submitted by Advocate123 on Thursday September 06, 2007 @11:02PM

Advocate123 writes: Amazingly, Fox News Channel scored the highest rated presidential candidate debate of the year.

Submission + - Apple drops Win2k support in iTunes 7.4 1

Submitted by boisepunk on Thursday September 06, 2007 @10:17PM

boisepunk writes: Without a word to it's tech support agents or customers, Apple removed Windows 2000 from the list of supported Operating Systems as referenced in the requirements for iTunes for Windows 7.4. The the previous version, iTunes 7.3.2, happily supports Windows 2000, frustrating iPod customers who still have that OS and are told to update.

Submission + - Shutting Down Big Downloaders (washingtonpost.com)

Submitted by

DisownedSky

on Thursday September 06, 2007 @10:09PM

DisownedSky writes: "This articledescribes how some Comcast customers are being cut off for using too much internet bandwidth. Trouble is, Comcast won't tell them how much is too much."

Submission + - Copyright Alliance: Fair use not a consumer right (com.com)

Submitted by

KingSkippus

on Thursday September 06, 2007 @06:32PM

KingSkippus writes: "In response to a complaint to the FCC filed by the Computer and Communications Industry Association (CCIA) to change copyright warnings before movies and sporting events, Executive Director Patrick Ross of the Copyright Alliance tells us in an editorial that "fair use is not a consumer right." The Copyright Alliance is backed by such heavy-hitters as the MPAA, RIAA, Disney, Business Software Alliance, and perhaps most interestingly, Microsoft, who is also backing the CCIA's complaint."

Submission + - Apple offers $100 store credit to iPhone customers (apple.com)

Submitted by Outward98e on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:59PM

Outward98e writes: Steve Jobs has a letter up on Apple's website, explaining the change to the iPhone price. He also states that shortly Apple will be offering a $100 dollar in store credit for those customers who bought the iPhone for the original price.

Submission + - Apple Bends to the iPhone Plankowners (apple.com)

Submitted by Rentiak on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:49PM

Rentiak writes: Early iPhone users have gotten a door prize from Steve Jobs this week. In the wake of the 2007 keynote address that launched the new iPod touch and dropped the price of the iPhone by $200 early adopters have been upset that the price has dropped so soon. After addressing these concerns to Apple an open letter was posted on Apple.com addressing anyone who owns an iPhone already. As a concession Apple will be providing a $100 store credit (online or in store). Now you can buy those 100 songs you've always wanted to play on your expensive iPhone.

Submission + - Jobs offers $100 Credit to All iPhone Owners

Submitted by macs4all on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:47PM

macs4all writes: In an open letter to iPhone owners, Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced that all iPhone owners that have not received other compensation, would be given a $100USD credit as a gesture of good-will.

This should help quell the bad press that early adopters of the iPhone have been generating, and is a sign that Apple does listen to, and value, its customers.

Submission + - Jobs offers early iPhone adopters an olive branch (apple.com)

Submitted by makellan on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:46PM

makellan writes: [W]e have decided to offer every iPhone customer who purchased an iPhone from either Apple or AT&T,... a $100 store credit towards the purchase of any product at an Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store

Submission + - Jobs' Open Letter to iPhone Customers

Submitted by Anonymous Coward on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:40PM

An anonymous reader writes: Good news for early adopters who are upset at iPhone's price drop 2 months after the introduction. Steve Jobs has posted an open letter to iPhone customers. Acknowledging that Apple received complaints over the aggressive price cut, Jobs promised $100 rebate in the form of store credits to those who are illegible for refunds or other considerations. Details to follow next week.

Submission + - Review: Unlocking Apple's iPod Touch & New iPo (sharerevmedia.com)

Submitted by

john143

on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:38PM

john143 writes: "The first thing you notice about the iPod Touch is its size — it's just 8mm thick and surprisingly lightweight. Apple is hot. Whether you like it or not, whether you are a Windows or Mac freak or just that average consumer behind his desktop or notebook,"

Submission + - An Open Letter to iPhone Owners from Steve Jobs (apple.com)

Submitted by

Ostar23

on Thursday September 06, 2007 @04:28PM

Ostar23 writes: "Steve Jobs has decided to offer every customer who purchased an iPhone before the price drop $100 Apple Store credit." "We have decided to offer every iPhone customer who purchased an iPhone from either Apple or AT&T, and who is not receiving a rebate or any other consideration, a $100 store credit towards the purchase of any product at an Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store. Details are still being worked out and will be posted on Apple's website next week. Stay tuned. Steve Jobs Apple CEO"

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