Thread: Windows Playready DRM?
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richie is offline richie
2009-10-12 , 11:35
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Originally Posted by qgil View Post
What we are saying is that no matter what user will have access to new Maemo flagship devices unlocked, at least through the official Nokia distribution channels.
That's good to know.

Originally Posted by qgil View Post
My *personal* opinion with my software freedom hat on: if someone voluntarily signs a contract with an operator for a locked-in device and voluntarily purchases DRM apps or content, then I don't see what ownership and freedom rights can he really claim. If freedom is so important for someone then get an unlocked device, get DRM-free apps and content and be good with it.
There is a slightly different scenario, signing a network contract, but not wanting to use DRM, is open mode available then?

I've heard the N900 has DRM functionailty, not sure if this is correct, but if it does and I buy from a network operator, then do I expect a locked down, restricted device? I fine with being sim-locked to the network, just not restricted with what the device can do on the back of DRM implementation. I currently don't have a phone contract and had planned to buy a N900 on contract, but potential DRM has put a doubt in my mind and maybe I should start saving to buy direct from Nokia!