Windows Media Player 11 may integrate (by popular demand) in the RTM version support for podcasts. Sidebar Geek: How did it go with the first public beta of WMP 11? Geoff Harris : We are very encouraged by the response. The feedback from users and the press is overwhelmingly positive. It seems that our key message of ease of use and deep integration with the URGE music service has made inroads and is very popular among customers. In the first two weeks, many millions of users have downloaded the beta ... In the coming months, as we work on the final version of the product, we want to listen to the community to understand what they like and what not. Sidebar Geek : When it was released the Beta, some people are been disappointed by the lack of support for podcasts. There are plans in regard to the RTM version of WMP 11? Geoff Harris : We listened and you can be sure that we will develop something about it. We know the importance of this feature and the large fan base of podcasting. This is only Beta1 and there will be plenty more to see. This is to align resources and provide the functionality in a staged approach to so make sure to do one thing well at a time (URGE) without putting too many irons in the fire. Sidebar Geek : What features will the users of WMP 11 on Windows view that we can see in Windows XP? As the function of Library Sharing. Geoff Harris : Probably this will be the most important. Vista users will be able to execute the stream of content (Music, Video and Photo) between PCs with Vista . In WMP 11 for Vista , you can "identify" other PCs on your home network and browse the contents of the car as if you are accessing local content. In addition you will have a different look and feel in Vista , with glass effect. Then we did a little 'work for the DVD experience. With Vista your laptop will become virtually a DVD player. Finally, we added a feature called Kiddie Lock, which will lock the laptop in fullscreen so you do not have to worry about the pressure of keys and the interruption of playback. Sidebar Geek : Many people are wondering now we are in Beta 2 Windows Vista: Where is the Windows Media Player Sidebar Gadget? Like the one shown at PDC 2005. Geoff Harris : This is another problem of alignment of resources and is able to release things on time. One of the most interesting gadget is that you can drop in any time they are not linked to a major release. I also hope that the community will be able to build a better set of gadgets than done by our development team. The challenge is open.
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