Stocks: (F)(MSFT)(SIRI)
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is from Detroit. But, the software company’s plan to help Ford put services like e-mail into cars seems a bit off.
The new system will allow Ford customers to have hands-free wireless and to get e-mail and download music. The plan is that all Ford vehicles will eventually have the service.
Boeing tried to set up a similar service for planes, but that one did not work. Of course, someone else would be flying the planes while passengers are online.
The problem with the new joint venture is that services like Sirius already cover most of the music portion of the program. Cell phone companies already offer hands-free service.
Who is going to read e-mail while driving and live to tell about it?
Nice product. Limited market.
Douglas A. McIntyre can be reached at [email protected]. He does not own securities in companies that he writes about.
In 20 Years, I Haven’t Seen A Cash Back Card This Good
After two decades of reviewing financial products I haven’t seen anything like this. Credit card companies are at war, handing out free rewards and benefits to win the best customers.
A good cash back card can be worth thousands of dollars a year in free money, not to mention other perks like travel, insurance, and access to fancy lounges.
Our top pick today pays up to 5% cash back, a $200 bonus on top, and $0 annual fee. Click here to apply before they stop offering rewards this generous.
Flywheel Publishing has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Flywheel Publishing and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers.
Thank you for reading! Have some feedback for us?
Contact the 24/7 Wall St. editorial team.
Latest from 24/7
Our expert who first called NVIDIA in 2009 is predicting 2025 will see a historic AI breakthrough.
You can follow him investing $500,000 of his own money on our top AI stocks for free.