Thoughts on iOS Content Purchase: James Montgomerie nails it. I'm also torn over Apple's latest policy, which is why I think they'll end up reversing it. (via Michael Tsai, again).

A Hypothetical Netflix "iOS Plan": I think it would be a good thing if subscription companies passed along the cost of Apple's 30% cut to consumers, as it would pressure Apple to see the error of their ways. And as this blogger points out, there is precedent for Netflix doing this sort of thing. (via Michael Tsai)

Intel Says Nokia Went to ‘Highest Bidder,’ Microsoft: This sounds plausible to me. I think that Microsoft was desperate to have Nokia — a large, distinguished OEM, that is focused solely on Windows Phone 7. The other OEMs that Microsoft has also make Android phones, and my guess is that the Android phones are selling better than the Windows phones, translating to weak support for Windows Phone 7. By getting Nokia on board, Microsoft has guaranteed that Windows Phone 7 will have a high-profile route to market.

The Engadget Interview: Nokia CEO Stephen Elop talks Microsoft, Symbian, MeeGo, and Windows Phone: Interesting interview with Stephen Elop, CEO of Nokia. I'm still not too sure about Nokia's decision to go after Windows Phone 7 Series Phone, but it really does look like they were in a tough spot.

Motorola, Verizon cast doubt on Windows Phone 7: Maybe Nokia is jumping from a burning platform to a sinking ship?