Speaking of Thud...
IMHO, it's time for Microsoft to stop trying to compete in every possible market, and instead focus on software. They could start by creating a version of Windows with fewer problems :)
Where is that coming from, you ask? Well, I just saw where GameStop is no longer planning to stock Zunes, due to insufficient demand:
"We have decided to exit the Zune category because it just did not have the appeal we had anticipated," said a GameStop spokesperson. "It (also) did not fit with our product mix." GameStop made the decision about a month ago. GameStop said it will sell Zune players online until it clears out its inventory.
That's got to bruise a few egos in Redmond, but it could be a good thing - if they pay attention to the signal it's sending.
Comments
when did they ever admit defeat
[Troy Brumley] May 23, 2008 18:48:20.764
Just curious, can anyone remember Microsoft ever giving up? I agree that they should, but I'm drawing a blank trying to recall their ever having shown the ability to give up.
[] May 25, 2008 8:53:58.706
Troy, ever heard of Microsoft Bob? :):)
blotted from my memory
[Troy Brumley] May 25, 2008 17:12:22.838
I had managed to forget Bob. Would that be the exception that proves the rule though? Any other examples?