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Why can't mobile users cache Netflix, YouTube for offline viewing?

Peter Rojas of gdgt brings up one of the best points I've seen this week. Where is the offline caching for popular video services?

Rojas compares Hulu and Netflix to music streaming services like Spotifiy and Rhapsody which offer offline caching that allow wireless subscribers to manage their data usage. Users can download a collection of songs over Wi-Fi before heading out the door.

Why shouldn't free services like YouTube and Vimeo offer offline viewing within their mobile apps where they can still deliver their advertising services?

Daily Show & Colbert Report leaving Hulu

Comedy Central is taking its Daily Show & Colbert Report toys and going home.

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