I’ve heard rumours that Apples Mobileme service may be offered for free soon, if this is the case then I think the ability to register and sync the ipad via a wireless or data connection to a ‘cloud’ version of iTunes would be a major step towards negating the need for the user to own another computer.

There’s already a wireless syncing app for jailbroken devices, so we know it can be done, however a cloud version of iTunes would be the next obvious step, being able to store and manage your iTunes library in the cloud would really set the ipad free!

I’ve just discovered a great app for the iPhone, it’s called ‘Simplify Media’ and it’s amazing!

Basically this app, along with come client software which installed on your host computer, allows you to stream your itunes music to your iPhone, you can even create shared playlists and share either all or selected music with your friends.

I’m surprised that this app has been released, as it allows music files to be shared and I imagine this could harm music sales from the iTunes store?

This app also has the benefit for those who have limited storage space left on their iPhone memory.

Although this app also works on the iPod Touch, the iPhone has a huge advantage as files can be streamed even over a relatively slow phone connection, it takes a while to buffer songs when not in range of a 3G network but it does still work.

The only downside that I can see is that a host computer needs to be running all the time and obviously a home broadband connection is required, this would be a great use for an old laptop or computer, if I upgrade my trusty old MacBook then I think I’ll keep it as a media server as it’s very cheap to run compared to a desktop PC.

Go here to find out more: http://www.simplifymedia.com/