Radio & Satellite

XM On Your iPod. Sirius On Your Computer And Cell.

The lines between new media and their delivery systems continue to blur as technologies advance and consumers demand multi-function devices.

Applelogo_47Apple has filed a patent application that allows the user to tune "into a wireless signal (e.g. AM/FM radio, digital radio, or WiFi)" using either a wireless card or "the capability Xm_14to accept accessories to add the necessary functionality" according to Orbitcast and Macintosh News Network. Later in the application, Apple names XM as a possible partner. (more)

And Sirius is pushing a new online subscription service as "Sirius Internet Radio" and promising exclusive online content rather than just as an add-on to its satellite service. The company has alsoSirius_internet_radio just hired former VeriSign executive Tom Irvin who has considerable experience in ringtones and cellular furthering speculation that Sirius understands that their future does not with satellite delivery. (more)

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