Battle lines definitely drawn...
The Amazon Unbox video player works solely on Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows XP — not on Macs or older versions of Windows. The system is not compatible with the iPod, the center of a technological ecosystem that Apple strictly controls.
Without a burn-to-DVD feature, videos can be viewed on televisions only by plugging a computer to the TV with an S-video cable — unless a computer carries Windows XP Media Center, which is designed for a television-viewing experience.
For rentals, customers must watch the video within 30 days of purchase and within 24 hours after hitting the play button.
Source: The Seattle Times: Business & Technology: Amazon's downloadable movie launch beats rival Apple
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