RealNetworks is putting a 99c music download store into RealPlayer 10, whereas previously it has only offered a subscription service. "RealNetworks is also adopting the AAC (advanced audio coding) format for its music store, and is acquiring an exclusive license for RollingStone.com, the online presence of Rolling Stone magazine," says IDG News Service.
"RealPlayer 10 is the first major new version of RealNetworks' media player in two years. It will play RealNetworks' own audio formats as well as Microsoft's Windows Media Audio (WMA), Apple Computer's QuickTime, and the secure versions of those, says Dan Sheeran, senior vice president of marketing at RealNetworks, in Seattle."
Update: Also, people with some Palm handhelds will be able to play AAC music from the Real store. This applies to the "Zire 71 handheld and most Tungsten handhelds" with the Treo to follow, says PalmOne.
