flytox;374324 Wrote: > DLNA/upNp, compliance of Sc means the end of sb/transporter. Some > amp/receiver could display the tags and the integrated dac provide > conversions to the amp.
Isn't that threat real regardless? From my standpoint, SD needs to figure out how to be the default server for all audio (and all media in the future I suppose), otherwise they will remain a stovepipe proprietary solution with limited appeal to the greater consumer base. SD needs to build a plan in which they take the "risk" of adding a bridge between the SC functionality and providing DLNA server function for non-SD devices. That way they stay in the center of the audio home universe with SC, but now it's game on to figure out how to convince consumers that SB clients are easier to use, sound better, and are an overall better value. It may not be an easy road to navigate, but the Ciscos of the world are going to continue coming out of the woodwork and most will converge on a standards approach in the future. It's only a matter of time before you can build a compelling and very usable system completely upon standards - maybe Cisco just did. It was fine in the days when SD could sell a few units and make a living, but I'm sure Logitech has much higher expectations on SD's role in the future of audio in the home, so they have to act. Saying "it depends on demand" makes no sense if you are using the SD forums for the input. I think the requirement is created by the need to remain relevant over the long run. I doubt many aspire to be a niche player, they just come to terms with it when it happens. Edit: BTW, I don't know the right business model obviously - that's their problem. My problem is that I've spent over $3K with them and I don't want bricks on my hands. It might be as simple as charging for the DLNA plug-in - who knows? -- thomsens ------------------------------------------------------------------------ thomsens's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1352 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18295 _______________________________________________ discuss mailing list [email protected] http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
