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<title><![CDATA[iCloud casts shadow over other cloud services]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:10:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Steve Jobs introduces iCloud.(Credit:Donald Bell/CNET)The upcoming launch of Apple's full-on cloud service, iCloud, is both a validation that &quot;the cloud&quot; is where consumer media and apps are moving, and a shot across the bow of cloud service companies. Here's how existing cloud-enabled apps are likely to fare.Music Amazon's Cloud Player and Google Music both let you store your music in the cloud, but only Apple bypasses the lengthy upload process for tracks you already have by allowing you to send just fingerprints of prepurchased music. Also, Apple's iTunes neatly synchronizes your music with all your iTunes-equipped devices.Google Music has a slight edge over Amazon owing to strong integration onAndroid-equipped devices. But from what we know so far, it looks like iTunes' device and cloud integration has raised the bar again for competing music services. The one thing Apple doesn't yet offer, though, is a way to play your music through the browser. As Josh Lowensohn writes, Apple is using the cloud as a conduit for your data, but end-user access to that data from the Web is not a part of the strategy.Photos Apple is adding a level of intelligence to online photo storage with iCloud. All the photos you take on youriPhone will automatically appear on your iCloud online Photo Stream for a period of time, and get copied over to your laptop and desktop computers for perpetual storage.For sharing snapshots among your own devices, it appears that iCloud will be easier to manage than other cloud-based photo apps, like Google's Picasa Web or Yahoo's Flickr. However, there's still no word of what Apple is doing to replace MobileMe, which, among other things, could serve as a stable image host for photos you wanted to park on the Web forever to share with people.Apple's addition of Twitter integration may also cut into the growth of popular click-and-share services for the iPhone, like Instagram, and possibly Twitter's own new photo-sharing service (though Twitter overall does win either way here).Storage iCloud backs up all data on an iOS device, but it's not a full-on desktop backup app (like Mozy) or a file synchronization service (like DropBox). Those apps are safe for the time being, but Apple is providing 5GB of free storage to users, which is more than other cloud storage apps (2GB for most services). It may not be long until Apple relaunches an online disk drive for general-purpose cloud storage. (However, the iDisk feature in MobileMe appears to be now offline.)Communication iCloud keeps e-mail, schedules, and contacts synchronized across Apple devices, and will eventually likely integrate with an online service for Web-based access, though when that may happen is unclear, and Apple has announced that it's killing off MobileMe. Google service users get the same device-to-device sync features, in addition to very strong Web front-ends to that data. Android users are still ahead in this race. Productivity Many modern productivity apps, such as Evernote, seamlessly replicate the data they store to the cloud, which gives users access to their data from any device or Web browser. Apple is adding this feature to its iOS and OS X productivity apps like Pages, and is encouraging software vendors to use its cloud storage APIs in their own apps. So for productivity software vendors, rather than casting a pall over existing apps, in this case Apple is encouraging developers to update their apps to use its own cloud storage and ride along on Apple's cloud coattails. Not all productivity services are safe, though. A newSafari &quot;read later&quot; feature will undo the need for InstaPaper on the iPhone. To wrap up, it appears that Apple's iCloud will have the biggest effect on the music ecosystem, likely keeping iTunes ahead of competing music stores and services. iCloud could also have large impacts on online photo-sharing, especially if Apple adds a Web sharing element to Photostream. In online storage, communication, and productivity, Apple's new cloud services look very good--but not revolutionary.  <br/><br/>0 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[FitnessClass packs a personal trainer into your iPad]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:10:09 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>JohnnyzazA</dc:creator>
<category>Technology</category>
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<description><![CDATA[FitnessClass offers over 200 workout videos from renowned instructors.(Credit:Screenshot by Rick Broida)If you're like most folks, your New Year's resolutions included something like &quot;lose weight&quot; or &quot;get in shape.&quot; Easier said than done, rightTry FitnessClass, a newiPad app that serves up more than 200 workout videos. No trips to the gym, no fitting your workouts to someone else's schedule--just on-demand professional classes for just about any kind of workout you want: fat burning, core strengthening, arm toning, and so on.In fact, you can search for classes based on your goal (weight loss, strength, etc.), the time you have available (from 10 minutes to a little over an hour), and even equipment (dumbbells, Swiss ball, etc.).One thing you can't do is sort classes by difficulty. Beginners might find themselves a bit intimidated, as the majority of classes are rated at &quot;medium&quot; difficulty or higher. I found very few rated &quot;Easy.&quot;That said, the few I sampled were excellent, and a nice change from the 45 minutes I usually spend on my elliptical. (As a guy, I despise doing aerobics and the like in front of other people, but I have no problem jumping around like an idiot in the privacy of my own home.)The FitnessClass app is free, and comes with seven free classes to get you started. Additional videos cost between 99 cents and $4.99 apiece--but that's only for a 30-day rental. Purchase prices are quite a bit higher, ranging anywhere from $3.99 to $14.99. (For now, purchased classes--like rented ones--must be streamed, but a download option is in the works.) Thankfully, you can preview any class before buying or renting it.My inner cheapskate says these prices are too high, and that the developers should offer some kind of all-you-can-eat (bad choice of words) package like Netflix and Hulu. I'd rather pay $5-$10 monthly for unlimited access to all the classes.On the other hand, since you'll probably just be working with one or two classes at a time, FitnessClass won't break the bank--and it's definitely cheaper than a personal trainer. This is a well-designed, genuinely useful app, one I highly recommend trying.<br/><br/>0 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Friday Poll: Tech-related resolutions for 2011]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2010 08:10:06 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>JohnnyzazA</dc:creator>
<category>Technology</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Maybe this is the year to untangle the cords(Credit:Leslie Katz/CNET)We're on the cusp of a new year, and that means it's time to make all sorts of resolutions we probably won't keep (who knows Maybe we will this year). That list might include resolutions to be healthier, more organized, more fiscally responsible, more philanthropic. But given that you read Crave (faithfully, we hope!), a few tech-related resolutions have probably made it onto your list, as well. Maybe you vow to untangle the gnarl of cords that's choking the life out of your home office. Or come up with a viable plan for curbing your home energy use. Or refrain from texting while crossing busy intersections. Or spend less time playing World of Warcraft and more time playing with your nieces and nephews.  We've thought up some possibilities, but if we missed anything in our poll, be sure to let us know in the TalkBack section below. And wishing you all a happy and healthy New Year! <br/><br/>0 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Could new Apple App Store restrictions spell trouble for Kindle (Updated)]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov -001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>JohnnyzazA</dc:creator>
<category>Technology</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Apple  may be considering more restrictions for its App Store, which runs  counter to the companya4a4s more relaxed stance over the last few months.The  company has reportedly told some developers that it wona4a4t let apps  access content purchased outside of the App Store, in addition to  continuing its restrictions on in-app purchases, the New York Times reports.If  true, the news could have drastic implications for iPhone and iPad apps  like Amazona4a4s Kindle application, which allows you to read ebooks  purchased from Amazon.The  story seems to have stemmed from Apple blocking Sonya4a4s e-reading app,  which would have allowed users to read and purchase books from Sonya4a4s  Reader Store. Ia4a4m not entirely sure why Sony thought it could get away  with in-app ebook purchases, as ita4a4s something that Apple has long  prevented. To get around that restriction, Amazona4a4s Kindle app sends  users to the web to make purchases.Honestly, it doesna4a4t really make much sense for Apple to get more restrictive, especially since ita4a4s trying to be more open to avoid scrutiny from federal regulatory agencies. Ita4a4s more likely  that Sony just wanted to make a stink about getting its app rejected  when it didna4a4t fully understand Applea4a4s current rules. So this may not  be an example of Apple getting any worse &amp;8212' just Apple being Apple.Update: A Sony PR representative tells Technologizer that its app didn&amp;'t feature in-app purchases, it instead sent users to the web browser like the Kindle app. Curiouser and curiouser, indeed. We&amp;'ll have to wait until Apple responds to hear the whole story, but for now, I think the NYT may be overblowing the story.Update 2: Apple has finally clarified the situation. In a statement to All Things Digital, Apple says that it hasn&amp;'t changed its rules, it&amp;'s instead going to start enforcing an existing rule that will require apps like Amazon&amp;'s Kindle to have in-app purchases, even if the apps direct users to buy content outside of the app. Users won&amp;'t be forced to buy content in-app, but the in-app feature must be implemented and Apple will be making its usual 30 percent cut from purchases.Calling all developers: We want to write up your app for VentureBeata4a4s Mobile AppSpotlight! If you have an innovative mobile app that hasna4a4t been featured on VentureBeat yet, submit it for consideration right away. The Mobile App Spotlight is sponsored by The Intel AppUp developer program.Next Story: Seesmic lands $4M more for listening to social enterprise customers Previous Story: The Internet is about to run out of addressesPrintEmailTwitterFacebookGoogle BuzzLinkedIn      DiggStumbleUponRedditDeliciousGoogleMore&amp;8230'          Tags: App Store, apps, ebooks, ereaders, iOS, iPad, iPhone, kindleCompanies: Amazon, Apple, Sony          Tags: App Store, apps, ebooks, ereaders, iOS, iPad, iPhone, kindleCompanies: Amazon, Apple, SonyDevindra Hardawar is VentureBeat's lead mobile writer and East Coast correspondent. He studied philosophy at Amherst College, worked in IT support for several years, and has been writing about technology since 2004. He now lives in Brooklyn, New York. You can reach him at devindra@venturebeat.com (all story pitches should also be sent to tips@venturebeat.com), and on Twitter at @Devindra. Have news to share Launching a startup Email: tips@venturebeat.comVentureBeat has new weekly email newsletters.  Stay on top of the news, and don't miss a beat.<br/><br/>0 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Can Groupon take to the skies with its first airline deal]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov -001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>JohnnyzazA</dc:creator>
<category>Latest News</category>
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<description><![CDATA[From laser waxing to fusion barbecue, it seems there&amp;'s nothing Groupon can&amp;'t &amp;8212' or won&amp;'t &amp;8212' sell. But the email discount offers service could be on to a lucrative new market with its latest discount.If you wanted to get on board Virgin America&amp;'s $70-off sale for new service between San Francisco or Los Angeles and Chicago, too bad. In typical Groupon fashion, the offer &amp;8212' the service&amp;'s first ever deal with an airline &amp;8212' sold out in 8 minutes in Chicago and 45 minutes in San Francisco and Los Angeles.The avid demand suggests that Groupon, which so far has only dabbled in travel offers, could be on to a lucrative new business, and disrupt the online-travel marketplace with its innovative marketing model.Let&amp;'s break down the offer: Groupon is selling a $77 voucher for $7. Based on typical Groupon deals, let&amp;'s assume Groupon is keeping the entire $7 it&amp;'s charging consumers. A roundtrip to Chicago might typically go for $350, so the consumer is getting a flight for $280 ($273 plus the $7 he or she paid). With those numbers, Groupon&amp;'s take ends up looking more like a 2.5 percent commission on the sale of a ticket.Airlines hate paying commissions to online travel agents, however &amp;8212' look no further than American Airlines&amp;' feud with Expedia and Orbitz. But Groupon, which has perfected the art of creating consumer frenzies through a combination of deep discounts, witty marketing copy, and exploitation of viral sharing (whether by forwarded emails or links posted on Facebook and Twitter), could offer far more value to airlines.The ever-shifting prices consumers see for airline tickets are a result of yield management, the practice of charging different fares at different times based on a host of factors. Groupon, one could argue, is bringing this same idea of yield management to Main Street, tapping latent demand for a business by allowing it to temporarily lower its prices for a limited number of customers.The airline business, saddled with constant price wars, could turn to Groupon as a way to fill empty seats without permanently lowering its prices on routes. (Rival airlines constantly monitor and usually match changes in prices, but a Groupon discount is harder to detect and compete with. For example, United and American would have to simply drop their fares by $70 to match Groupon&amp;'s discount &amp;8212' but then they&amp;'d lose money on people who might have paid the higher price.) By the way, Groupon president Rob Solomon used to run SideStep, a fare-search site, so he&amp;'s intimately familiar with the industry&amp;'s Byzantine pricing practices &amp;8212' and how Groupon can best profit from them.Updated with more precise numbers on the time it took for Groupon to sell out the offer in individual cities.Next Story: Team behind IBM&amp;'s Jeopardy overlord Watson stops by Reddit Previous Story: On the GreenBeat: Abengoa to build bioethanol plant' Solar demand stronger than expected this quarterPrintEmailTwitterFacebookGoogle BuzzLinkedIn      DiggStumbleUponRedditDeliciousGoogleMore&amp;8230'          Tags: daily deals, e commerce, online travelCompanies: Groupon, Virgin AmericaPeople: Rob Solomon          Tags: daily deals, e commerce, online travelCompanies: Groupon, Virgin AmericaPeople: Rob SolomonOwen Thomas is the executive editor of VentureBeat. Have news to share Launching a startup Email: tips@venturebeat.comVentureBeat has new weekly email newsletters.  Stay on top of the news, and don't miss a beat.<br/><br/>0 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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