Comment Re:What the heck is with Sony? (Score 1) 440
Argh!! HTML formatting screwed everything! This should be easier to read -
Um, while I agree with the general tone of your post, as a MiniDisc & PSP user I must set a few things right -
1. ATRAC3's successor is ATRAC3Plus which is the codec currently used by the Connect Music Store and by Sony's Hi-MD devices.
2. Yes, contrary to public perception, MD is not dead but is now being marketed as a Pro Recording Device. The most recent device, MZ-RH1 was released a few months back.
3. The PSP also supports ATRAC3Plus, even the protected kind. You can buy tracks off the Connect Music Store and copy them to your PSP (Memory Stick Duo) Library.
You are right about the SE Walkman phones not supporting ATRAC but I believe that has to do with them (SE) being a separate company - there has been talk of being able to download songs off the Connect Store in the future.
In the recent past, Sony has definitely made it easier for their consumers to use their products. For example, the MZ-RH1 has been a boon for MiniDisc users as it now lets you upload almost all content (even pre-recorded MDs sold at music stores in the past) to your computer for transfer to other devices, burn to CD etc.
Also, the PSP is a perfect example of how a product can keep multiple kinds of users happy - both the kind that want to just copy an MP3 onto the device and have it play and others who would like to maintain a music library / playlists and have the ability to purchase new tracks.
So, yes, it appears that Sony is learning from its mistakes in the past. Now, back to the PS3!
Um, while I agree with the general tone of your post, as a MiniDisc & PSP user I must set a few things right -
1. ATRAC3's successor is ATRAC3Plus which is the codec currently used by the Connect Music Store and by Sony's Hi-MD devices.
2. Yes, contrary to public perception, MD is not dead but is now being marketed as a Pro Recording Device. The most recent device, MZ-RH1 was released a few months back.
3. The PSP also supports ATRAC3Plus, even the protected kind. You can buy tracks off the Connect Music Store and copy them to your PSP (Memory Stick Duo) Library.
You are right about the SE Walkman phones not supporting ATRAC but I believe that has to do with them (SE) being a separate company - there has been talk of being able to download songs off the Connect Store in the future.
In the recent past, Sony has definitely made it easier for their consumers to use their products. For example, the MZ-RH1 has been a boon for MiniDisc users as it now lets you upload almost all content (even pre-recorded MDs sold at music stores in the past) to your computer for transfer to other devices, burn to CD etc.
Also, the PSP is a perfect example of how a product can keep multiple kinds of users happy - both the kind that want to just copy an MP3 onto the device and have it play and others who would like to maintain a music library / playlists and have the ability to purchase new tracks.
So, yes, it appears that Sony is learning from its mistakes in the past. Now, back to the PS3!
