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With today’s Apple tablet announcement it’s clear that content will be the big story. What is a new gadget without content? Just an empty shell.
Amazon’s Kindle launched with lots of content. And it appears that McGraw Hill’s books will be at least one book partner. Plus the rumors are that Barnes and Noble will be the e-book provide for Apple. This will renew the battle between Amazon and B&N. Books are making a comeback.
However if Jason Calacanis is to be believed, the Apple Tablet will come with an HDTV tuner and a PVR to program and record TV show.
This is a big deal and I hope it’s true. I believe video should be the real killer app for the Tablet. If Apple announces a TV subscription service today then it will come a long way to making it th best device since the iPhone.
Although there have been no credible leaks about a TV announcement it’s still a possibility. If not then it signals that Apple just couldn’t strike a deal with Hollywood the way it did with the music labels. Content owners have not hesitated to license their content to many providers so if they play delay tactics that could mean they want to retain more control.
If a TV subscription service is not announced today then I think it’s still possible that a deal can be made as an update at a future Apple announcement.
In the end, look at the tablet as a fourth screen in the home. It can be a way for families to share media since I don’t think the tablet will be like iPhones. They will be too big and too expensive to carry it around in your pocket. One per family seems reasonable until the price comes down.
One more thing: the Tablet will bring about changes to Internet connected computers since this will come with it’s own Internet service plan. With most laptops you’re stuck with WiFi or you have to buy a USB broadband device for an Internet connection. Having it built in, like an iPhone is crucial and the way all PCs should be sold in the future.
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I,ll buy one,it,s magic ,I like Mac
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I am the proud owner of an Amazon Kindle, but I think that he will soon be replaced. I myself am excited about the Kindle, however, that thrills me even more of Apple iPad.