Why iCloud will beat Spotify--DMN

TAKE OF THE DAY: Speaking of which, Digital Music News’ Paul Resnikoff explains “Why the iCloud Ultimately Beats Spotify,” backing up his contention with a point-by-point argument. Here’s one of the seven points he makes: “Spotify says they're giving me the universe of music at my fingertips, but I keep finding annoying gaps. Then, I'm told I can fill those gaps with my own collection… That's one approach, but the iCloud is simpler. It's just your personal collection—one thing, the music you want, accessible anywhere.” His assertions are followed by some well-reasoned counter arguments, to which we add, does Resnikoff realize that Spotify is not technically a streaming service? Check it out. (7/21a)