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Streamers ignore omnivorous consumers at their peril
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Streamers ignore omnivorous consumers at their peril

The article discusses Sony's decision to discontinue the sale of physical disc formats, such as Blu-ray and CD, which has raised concerns among both the company and its customers. This move could alienate consumers who still prefer owning physical copies of media, potentially impacting Sony's market position. The shift towards digital distribution is seen as a risk if it fails to account for the diverse preferences of consumers, some of whom value physical media for collection, reliability, or convenience. The article highlights the importance of understanding consumer behavior and the potential consequences of ignoring traditional formats.

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Streamers ignore omnivorous consumers at their peril

The article discusses Sony's decision to discontinue the sale of physical disc formats, such as Blu-ray and CD, which has raised concerns among both the company and its customers. This move could alienate consumers who still prefer owning physical copies of media, potentially impacting Sony's market position. The shift towards digital distribution is seen as a risk if it fails to account for the diverse preferences of consumers, some of whom value physical media for collection, reliability, or convenience. The article highlights the importance of understanding consumer behavior and the potential consequences of ignoring traditional formats.

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