There have been plenty of people defending this supposed deal, claiming that it's not about the headphones, it's about the streaming service.
And the article in the OP is saying the exact opposite of that. " src="http://forums-files.appleinsider.com/images/smilies//lol.gif" />
Of course the headphone line is of interest. Beats are one of the best selling headphone brands and have high margins. Why wouldn't Apple want them? Some say that Beats headphones are overpriced for what you get, but a lot of people say that about Apple products too. Ask people who spent $150-250 on a pair of Beats headphones if they're happy with their purchase and I'd imagine that most are more then happy with them.
There have been plenty of people defending this supposed deal, claiming that it's not about the headphones, it's about the streaming service.
And the article in the OP is saying the exact opposite of that.
We always knew it was about the headphones because the headphone business is the only thing that could maybe justify the price. Something still doesn't add up here though. Apple just doing due diligence now AND announcing the deal this week makes no sense.
Let's hope not. Besides I'm sure they have plenty of other stuff to talk about at WWDC. Announcing an acquisition there (or even having the guys on stage) would take away from everything else they're announcing.
I guess that combustible minute-long video the cackle-mouthed Dre concocted cost him $200,000,000. Should help fund Apple's legal fees for a few years.
Let's hope not. Besides I'm sure they have plenty of other stuff to talk about at WWDC. Announcing an acquisition there (or even having the guys on stage) would take away from everything else they're announcing.
Let's hope not? So you want Apple to rush things? I think you meant let's hope so.
Of course the headphone line is of interest. Beats are one of the best selling headphone brands and have high margins. Why wouldn't Apple want them? Some say that Beats headphones are overpriced for what you get, but a lot of people say that about Apple products too. Ask people who spent $150-250 on a pair of Beats headphones if they're happy with their purchase and I'd imagine that most are more then happy with them.
Yeah, that's what all the Apple haters are saying. Apple and Beats is a perfect match, because they both sell overpriced products to sheep. I also notice that quite a few Apple haters, not just on this forum, but across the net, are mysteriously in favor of this deal. That ought to make anybody suspicious.
I never thought that Apple would lower itself to this level, because it's not just about the money. There are plenty of profitable companies around that Apple can snap up, if they wanted to.
I buy and use Apple computers and devices because they're the best around. If this Beats deal is indeed real, then I guess that I will have to stay far away from any Apple or Beats headphones in the future if they merge, as they are not on the same level that Apples' computers and devices are, and I am disappointed that Apple would buy such a company that is not known for being the best. I don't give a crap about how many weird looking people buy their headphones. Plenty of people buy Android phones too, and Beats was actually a part of certain Android phones for a long time. I thought that Apple was only interested in perfection and the best, but maybe that has changed.
We still need to hear the details about this deal of course, and what exactly it means for Apple, but I was skeptical when I first heard about this deal, and I remain skeptical.
I think Dr. Dre should team up with drblank. They could create rap with real musicians. drblank could teach Dre what real music is, Dre could nod his head in sombre agreement, drop to his knees in penitence for the error of his ways and the rap - with real music - begins:
Doe, a deer, a female deer Dre, a drop of golden rum…
It's confirmed. Tim Cook really is the next Steve Ballmer. The man simply has no vision. Buying crappy headphones and sh*tty streaming app? Damn! I lost all respect for the man. Time to turn in my Apple fanboy card.
Yeah, that's what all the Apple haters are saying. Apple and Beats is a perfect match, because they both sell overpriced products to sheep.
Those people would be fools. Neither Apple products nor Beats products are overpriced. If a large number of consumers are happy to pay a given price and are happy with what they recieve then the products obviously aren't overpriced.
We always knew it was about the headphones because the headphone business is the only thing that could maybe justify the price. Something still doesn't add up here though. Apple just doing due diligence now AND announcing the deal this week makes no sense.
First, how many $200 headphones will it take to return an investment of $2,000,000,000 greenbacks??
Secondly, Apple hasn't announced a thing, so this whole story is still smoke, mirrors and hot gas.
It's confirmed. Tim Cook really is the next Steve Ballmer. The man simply has no vision. Buying crappy headphones and sh*tty streaming app? Damn! I lost all respect for the man. Time to turn in my Apple fanboy card.
An Unnamed Source quoted by the New York Post is your confirmation? I've lost all respect in you...
Apparently neither did anyone in the press who rushed to publish this rumor.
The press knows which company is the most valuable brand when it comes to click-bait.
The press has milked the udder shit out of this rumor to the point it's got sore teats.
Apparently neither did anyone in the press who rushed to publish this rumor.
The press knows which company is the most valuable brand when it comes to click-bait.
The press has milked the udder shit out of this rumor to the point it's got sore teats.
Sounds as though the rumours have become positively Bovine. Deary, Dre.ary me!
Those people would be fools. Neither Apple products nor Beats products are overpriced. If a large number of consumers are happy to pay a given price and are happy with what they recieve then the products obviously aren't overpriced.
Just wanted to point this out. Whoever thinks buying beats is a good deal, you are agreeing with DroidFTW. So umm, you might want to rethink what stance you want to take on this.
While this makes some sense, it still seems like about $2.9 billion too much. How much can it cost to make a new line of headphones? Apple can buy high-end components for, say $30/piece, and put them in a Jony Ive package.
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There have been plenty of people defending this supposed deal, claiming that it's not about the headphones, it's about the streaming service.
And the article in the OP is saying the exact opposite of that.
" src="http://forums-files.appleinsider.com/images/smilies//lol.gif" />
Of course the headphone line is of interest. Beats are one of the best selling headphone brands and have high margins. Why wouldn't Apple want them? Some say that Beats headphones are overpriced for what you get, but a lot of people say that about Apple products too. Ask people who spent $150-250 on a pair of Beats headphones if they're happy with their purchase and I'd imagine that most are more then happy with them.
Let's hope not? So you want Apple to rush things? I think you meant let's hope so.
Of course the headphone line is of interest. Beats are one of the best selling headphone brands and have high margins. Why wouldn't Apple want them? Some say that Beats headphones are overpriced for what you get, but a lot of people say that about Apple products too. Ask people who spent $150-250 on a pair of Beats headphones if they're happy with their purchase and I'd imagine that most are more then happy with them.
Yeah, that's what all the Apple haters are saying. Apple and Beats is a perfect match, because they both sell overpriced products to sheep. I also notice that quite a few Apple haters, not just on this forum, but across the net, are mysteriously in favor of this deal. That ought to make anybody suspicious.
I never thought that Apple would lower itself to this level, because it's not just about the money. There are plenty of profitable companies around that Apple can snap up, if they wanted to.
I buy and use Apple computers and devices because they're the best around. If this Beats deal is indeed real, then I guess that I will have to stay far away from any Apple or Beats headphones in the future if they merge, as they are not on the same level that Apples' computers and devices are, and I am disappointed that Apple would buy such a company that is not known for being the best. I don't give a crap about how many weird looking people buy their headphones. Plenty of people buy Android phones too, and Beats was actually a part of certain Android phones for a long time. I thought that Apple was only interested in perfection and the best, but maybe that has changed.
We still need to hear the details about this deal of course, and what exactly it means for Apple, but I was skeptical when I first heard about this deal, and I remain skeptical.
Doe, a deer, a female deer
Dre, a drop of golden rum…
"Apple hadn't even begun its due diligence process when news of the number came out," a source said.
Apparently neither did anyone in the press who rushed to publish this rumor.
It's confirmed. Tim Cook really is the next Steve Ballmer. The man simply has no vision. Buying crappy headphones and sh*tty streaming app? Damn! I lost all respect for the man. Time to turn in my Apple fanboy card.
Yeah, that's what all the Apple haters are saying. Apple and Beats is a perfect match, because they both sell overpriced products to sheep.
Those people would be fools. Neither Apple products nor Beats products are overpriced. If a large number of consumers are happy to pay a given price and are happy with what they recieve then the products obviously aren't overpriced.
First, how many $200 headphones will it take to return an investment of $2,000,000,000 greenbacks??
Secondly, Apple hasn't announced a thing, so this whole story is still smoke, mirrors and hot gas.
it's too bad more people don't take that advice.
It's confirmed. Tim Cook really is the next Steve Ballmer. The man simply has no vision. Buying crappy headphones and sh*tty streaming app? Damn! I lost all respect for the man. Time to turn in my Apple fanboy card.
An Unnamed Source quoted by the New York Post is your confirmation? I've lost all respect in you...
oh wait. I had none. never mind
The press knows which company is the most valuable brand when it comes to click-bait.
The press has milked the udder shit out of this rumor to the point it's got sore teats.
Sounds as though the rumours have become positively Bovine. Deary, Dre.ary me!
First, how many $200 headphones will it take to return an investment of $2,000,000,000 greenbacks??
Secondly, Apple hasn't announced a thing, so this whole story is still smoke, mirrors and hot gas.
while I don't like the rumor... the gist of it is, Beats was Apple's entree' into the world of persons of color buying world
That and entree' into all the music labels who loved Jimmy and Dre. You can't sell (streaming) music if you don't got the music.
So, the real question would be how many iPhones and sonds would need to be sold to the African American Market to recoup _3_000000000$
and that answer would be about 10Million of each. Or doubling a couple of low season months (July/August).
Just sayin' while we think the number is huge. At Apple's Scale it's not.
But Not Sayin' because it's not's Apple's game to buy 'brand' or rainmakers (with the labels) at a premium.
Apple may sell that many in 5.5" screens to the 150 Million people in the US who have bad eyesight, or are compensating for a small package.
I can wait a week or two. All questions will be answered, and replaced with new questions.
Just wanted to point this out. Whoever thinks buying beats is a good deal, you are agreeing with DroidFTW. So umm, you might want to rethink what stance you want to take on this.