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DoubleTwist Launches iTunes-Like Desktop Application for Amazon MP3 Store

No Playlists?

No playlists? Really?

Oh, well, if it improves the experience of searching Amazon.com for MP3s then I guess it can't be all bad. But I really didn't want to line the pockets of "DVD Jon" with Amazon affiliate link fees.

He's nuts, though, if he thinks that will replace my iPod.
 
MacSince1990 said:
Uhhh... you do realize that iTunes was basically Apple's stolen version of Cassidy & Greene's SoundJam, right? They literally used the same exact code in about 75% of the application.
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Apple bought the rights to SoundJam.

The sound clip preview animation as noted by another poster is the same as are the icons. This is ridiculous. There is no more DRM so I don't get why the guy is making this app while being so against the iPod. This app can sync with other devices. Great. I don't get the point?
 
is this app any good?

Is this doubletwist software a viable alternative to itunes (in terms of speed and a concentrated focus on music)? The majority of my music is DRM-free but using iTunes 9 (which handles apps, ringtones, radio, music, video, web page rendering, etc) seems like overkill sometimes…. (I have an ipod touch 2g)
 
Never been easier?

"Managing your music has never been easier."

WHAT?

Yes it has, it is called iTunes!

Anyway, good for competition. I can see that it would be useful for people with devices that are not supported. Amazon integration is nice also. HOWEVER, it is no where near as slick as iTunes. You would have to be mad to think so.
 
It doesn't support the iPhone unless it's jailbroken. I currently have mine connected and DT does not see it.

And it IS a complete rip-off of iTunes. Only worse.
 
John.B said:
No playlists? Really?

Oh, well, if it improves the experience of searching Amazon.com for MP3s then I guess it can't be all bad. But I really didn't want to line the pockets of "DVD Jon" with Amazon affiliate link fees.

He's nuts, though, if he thinks that will replace my iPod.
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I coulda sworn the article said

Other features included in the software, which allows users to sync their media libraries to a wide array of devices, include new playlist support and search functionality.
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I hope doubleTwist kicks Apple's butt! Competition is good! I hope it gets Apple innovating the iTunes interface and usability again. It's been pretty stagnant.
 
Lawsuit

Yeah I think Apple will sue them for sure. They have copied iTunes almost exactly, including the look and feel of the program. I'm sure DVD Jon is infringing on quite a few Apple trademarks. He has a history of thumbing his nose to copyright, and I'm sure he's doing it again here. Guys like this do it on purpose.
 
MacSince1990 said:
Uhhh... you do realize that iTunes was basically Apple's stolen version of Cassidy & Greene's SoundJam, right? They literally used the same exact code in about 75% of the application.
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Uhhh... you do realize that is an ignorant statement, right? Apple bought the software and talent after a deal fell through that wanted to make with Panic (the makers of Audion). iTunes' interface was brand new and looked nothing like the widget and windows of SJ.

Please don't rattle stuff just to play devil's advocate.

kockgunner said:
There is no more DRM so I don't get why the guy is making this app while being so against the iPod. This app can sync with other devices. Great. I don't get the point?
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Good question. I imagine that the reason is to bought out. This is Palm's dream-app. They could buy it and not have to screw with iTunes and the constant cat/mouse game. A number of other companies could/should pay a pretty penny for this app.
 
fogelbaby said:
Yeah I think Apple will sue them for sure. They have copied iTunes almost exactly, including the look and feel of the program. I'm sure DVD Jon is infringing on quite a few Apple trademarks. He has a history of thumbing his nose to copyright, and I'm sure he's doing it again here. Guys like this do it on purpose.
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so what if they sue them? it doesn't mean they'll win... I'm all for competition and this is nowhere near the same thing as psystar or palm
 
John.B said:
No playlists? Really?

Oh, well, if it improves the experience of searching Amazon.com for MP3s then I guess it can't be all bad. But I really didn't want to line the pockets of "DVD Jon" with Amazon affiliate link fees.

He's nuts, though, if he thinks that will replace my iPod.
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Yeah, iPhone is my iPod. Not leaving that at home, no matter how much they make the app to look like iTunes.
 
lmao the girl sounds like an innocent mouse but she wants to look up nine inch nails nice.

Oh she states purchasing songs never been easier... When has it not been easy purchasing anything that deals with a credit card bank fees and or gift certificates.... Give me a break women... Of course it's easier, same with getting songs for free either way you look at it. Record shops have become digital only because of pirating. They just name it a get a long name and make the appearance easy on the eyes n fun for easy purchases to grab every bit of money because the majority of the human race loves music.

SCAMS! BIG BROTHER IS RIGHT!
 
If I understand correctly, you have to drag and drop one song at a time on to your connected device?

Looks too similar to iTunes, Apple lawyers are up right now drafting the lawsuit.
 
Looks nice and could be something for the people who have a non-Apple media player. The media players are growing up, Songbird is another (open source) iTunes clone that's good if you don't want to use Apple software, especially the lyrics plugin is a godsend.
 
stefman said:
If I understand correctly, you have to drag and drop one song at a time on to your connected device?

Looks too similar to iTunes, Apple lawyers are up right now drafting the lawsuit.
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What’s to stop you from highlighting more than one? Although it would be nice to set it to automatically sync. Maybe certain devices can do that.
 
MacSince1990 said:
Uhhh... you do realize that iTunes was basically Apple's stolen version of Cassidy & Greene's SoundJam, right? They literally used the same exact code in about 75% of the application.
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Used being the operative word here...as in past-tense.
 
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