Introducing Google Play

Summary:
Google has just recently changed the Android Market to Google Play. Changes include a new icon, universal integration of Google Books, Music, Movies, and Android Apps, and a 7-day sale of bestselling Paid Android Apps for $.49 and a $.25 Paid App that switches off everyday.

Analysis:
It's a fresh change for Google as they are moving towards the synchronization of devices (Smartphones, tablets, smart TV's, and computers). This really isn't a big leap for Google as most, if not all, sections of Google Play were integrated already in the Android Market. On the upside, they do have a fairly large sale on famous apps that go for as high as $6.99 for only $.49. I'm only neutral on the new icon or name as it doesn't change anything about Google Play (The New Android Market).

Reflection Questions:
1. Do you believe it was necessary for Google to go through with this change?
2. Do you think that the $.49 sale will be a success or failure for Google?
3. (Poll) Are there any of these paid apps that may interest you?
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Sources:
Google. "Introducing Google Play." YouTube. YouTube, 06 Mar. 2012. Web. 11 Mar. 2012. <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdZxbmEHW7M>.
Google. Play Store. Google. Web. <https://play.google.com/store>.