Originally Posted by
SiriusHope
FROM DEMIAN...
Apple's 3.0 Update is a Game Changer for Sirius XM
Enter Apple's 3.0 Update
A few weeks ago, Apple presented the blueprint for its upcoming iPhone/iPod Touch OS 3.0 update and released the SDK to developers. There are over 1,000 new APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) offering amazing new capabilities. Digging deeper into this release offers many clues as to how Sirius XM may utilize this new technology. The possibilities are nothing short of game changing. While some features have been reported on, the big one has been overlooked -- until now. The new APIs offer "support for applications to communicate with hardware accessories attached to IPhone or iPod Touch" and "apps can now communicate with accessories via the dock connector." The dock connector "provides a standard electrical interface and the communication protocol for accessories to charge, control and interact with both iPhone and iPod."
What this means is that every iPhone and iPod Touch out there can be turned into a full fledged Sirius XM satellite radio with an inexpensive separately purchased car dock, home dock or portable accessory kit. Sirius XM's full internet and satellite offerings -- everything, everywhere. In addition, customers will be able to subscribe and upgrade their Sirius XM service simply with a few touches of their finger. This will bring Sirius XM to the masses. Do the math.
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