Google will not compete with iTunes

For a while now, it's been an unspoken assumption that, with the introduction of a video service (that really hasn't gone anywhere), Google might try to step on Apple's toes and take on the iTMS. However, at the NARM (National Association of Recording Merchandisers) conference this year Chris Sacca, head of Google's business development, confirmed exactly the opposite; that the company is not going to take on the 800 pound gorilla that is the iTMS.

Chris then went on to make a call for the existing stores to come together, create a unified format, shake hands and sing kumbaya. A move that other notable folks, such as Cory Doctorow, have been calling for, while others respond with reality-checking prowess.

Ultimately, it's probably a good thing Google isn't trying to move in on the digital music turf. It seems that some of their service offerings, such as Google Video, still need a bit of polish if they're really going to make a splash.

[via Engadget]

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Nathan

I don't really understand why Google not coming into this space is a good thing. If they did the same thing as Napster/Walmart/whoever, it might not make much difference. But if they were able to do something different--sell full albums only, in MP3 format, with no DRM at all. If they did something to shake up the scene, I think that'd be great news. Can't say I blame them for not jumping in; it's a tough market. But I haven't spent $5 at the iTMS and don't see that changing any time soon. Some change could do them good.

August 07 2006 at 2:35 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

pentumforever

As a matter of fact all store I checked (US and Germany) are offline.

August 07 2006 at 12:44 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

David Chartier

I'd be happy to start making WWDC stuff up though; that's always fun.

- Apple releases iBlender - the best margaritas you ever had! $500, shipping in Sept.
- Steve Jobs announces he prefers Coke to Pepsi. Dances a jig with (insert ridiculous pop star here) on stage
- Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard previewed on stage, growls and snarles on startup. Scratches you if you enter incorrect login password

stay tuned for more up-to-the-second coverage! :)

August 07 2006 at 12:17 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Karan Kandhari

Yo

Unrelated to the Google Post but for some reason the Apple Store UK is offline...hmmm something brewing???

August 07 2006 at 12:17 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Jon

They can't give WWDC news if it hasn't started yet ;)

August 07 2006 at 12:08 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

WHO CARES GET TO THE WWDC!!!!

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