Microsoft Said to Scrap New Zune Models After Failing to Break IPod's Grip
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Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) will stop introducing new versions of the Zune music and video player because of tepid demand, letting the company shift its focus to other devices, according to a person familiar with the decision.
Microsoft will concentrate on putting Zune software onto mobile phones, such as those running its Windows operating system, said the person, who declined to be identified because the decision hasn’t been announced. Zune software lets customers buy songs and movies, as well as pay a monthly fee to stream unlimited music.
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About time! This was totally expected. No apps = no competition
Microsoft even killed off its official forum last November after discontent from lack of apps proved too much for their fanboy lackeys too handle.
If the Zune HD had a serious app store, I would've gone that route. But it didn't and now I have an iPod touch.
No matter what MS says, the Zune died because it didn't have an app store.