OUT OF OFFICE: NBC v. iTUNES (UPDATED)
Once again, the fans are getting hosed. Because of what is being labeled a ‘contract dispute,’ NBC shows will no longer be available on iTunes.
So should you not have a DVR/TiVO or somehow miss an episode of The Office, Heroes, Friday Night Lights, 30 Rock, etc…you’re screwed.
Just last year, NBC was thrilled with iTunes, giving them credit for the surge in ratings that The Office experienced after the series was made available for digital download.
I feel like this is strike 2 against The Office; earlier this year it was announced that the show will air opposite and compete with Grey’s Anatomy on Thursday nights at 9pm. Insert large sigh here.
I would be very interested to hear what the cast and crew have to say about the iTunes situation. And I’m sure we will. Here are a few great sites that are either solely dedicated to or cover The Office news extensively:
Enjoy the long holiday weekend. And thanks for stopping by.
UPDATE (9/4/07)
Now you will be able to purchase NBC shows through Amazon.com’s Unbox, to watch on your PC or TV. For more information: Amazon Unbox and Amazon Unbox on TiVO.