Two of the sources said Google originally wanted to launch a basic locker service and an 'iTunes-like' store. In recent weeks it has suggested exploring licensi

Two of the sources said Google originally wanted to launch a basic locker service and an 'iTunes-like' store. In recent weeks it has suggested exploring licensing for a subscription service, they said. Weird, I doubt the bit about google in recent weeks is true. Having worked on a team building an early subscription service, I feel like I can say with some authority: There are loads of good reasons no one has been launching subscription services. Not the least of which is that people just don't seem to be interested in not owning their content, at least at the price points you need to charge to cover the licenses.