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Apple Music Media Event - October 16th? [Updated]

Appleinsider notes that "reliable sources" are reporting that Apple will be hosting a Music media event next week on Thursday, October 16th at 10am PDT.



Media invitations reportedly read "The year's biggest music story is about to get even bigger". (scan of invite available at AppleInsider)



Update: CNet and MacCentral confirm the invitations which were sent to journalists. Apple's event is also listed under "Apple West Event" at the Moscone Center Event Calender.



A mid-October release for the iTunes for Windows has been rumored for some time now, with previous reports pointing to October 15th.



Meanwhile, a Wall Street Journal column also hinted at iTunes for Windows next week.



Page 2 offers some unconfirmed possibilities for next week's updates.

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109 months ago
It's not too late. Apple has actually been getting continuous pub from the stream of copycat announcements. While it might have been good for them to have completely captured this market before others jumped in, the timing of the release should not be too bad at all.
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109 months ago
will probably be more than itms for windows. I expect some ipod gadgets as well.
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109 months ago
Wonder how this plays into the Napster release onthe 29th? Looks like Apple wants to get as much hype before Napster comes out.

I just took a look at Napster and you'll need windows 2000/XP and MS Media player for it to work.

Let the fight begin!
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109 months ago
Hooray!

I hope it's iTunes for Windows!
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109 months ago

Originally posted by bertagert
Let the fight begin!


My gloves are already off... So the 16th it is. I agree with GrannySmith_G5 too - I think there'll be an ipod accessory or two with it, just to sweeten the deal.
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109 months ago
A very large article talks about the release being next week, from sources close to the action.

Kmac

:D
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109 months ago
The story also says that Apple may offer incentives (free songs) to those just signing up.

arn
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109 months ago
that would be great if apple can pull it off. If apple cannot make the windows version happen before napster and dell get started, i do not think there will be much marketshare left once apple enters. Apple would have to force themselves into an already packed market rather than entering one with only a couple of services that cannot compete equally.
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109 months ago
Now the question is, will I be able to access my iTMS downloads on my Mac on my windows machine?

That would rock. Pun intended.
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109 months ago
It's the real deal for Windows users. Napster is not compatible with the iPod. Also, the new iPod tv ads will probably change slightly after the announcement with a tag for iTunes for Windows. I wonder if Apple may also drop the prices on the iPods or perhaps a new 5 gig at $199?
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