Now Apple must play catch-up (Score 1, Interesting)

I'm an huge fan of Apple's products. I'm typing on a MacBook Pro and I love my 1G Nano. But after Apple's disappointing announcement this week, I have to say that Microsoft is now the technology leader in the portable player market.

Ad-hoc wireless is a huge feature. The widescreen looks great. I have to admit that this Apple fan has, for the first time in years, a little bit of Microsoft envy.

I know, I know. It is yet to be shown that the Zune + Windows delivers a great user experience like the iPod + Mac. iTunes and its store make the whole process seamless. The Airport Express and AirTunes are great features.

But, like I said, while other /.ers put MS down today, I have to congratulate them. Nice design, nice features, great competition. Hopefully this will push Apple that much harder.