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XM Satellite Radio Installed In Windows Vista

by Heather McLaughlin

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Microsoft has teamed up with XM Radio to give users of the newly released Operating System, Vista the ability to listen to XM Satellite Radio services with their computers.

XM has 80 different channels to choose from, some of which are commercial free and appeal to every genre. Computer users can sign up for a free 3 day trial and then pay $7.99 monthly for unlimited access. Consumers that already have XM radio for the home, car or compatible portable device can use the service for free.

“XM is pleased to be extending its strategic relationship with Microsoft with the inclusion of XM Radio Online in Windows Vista,” said My-Chau Nguyen, XM senior vice president for marketing programs and operations. “By working with Microsoft, we are expanding the availability of XM Radio Online, which provides an extraordinary variety of music choices, talk radio options, and exclusive programming such as ‘Oprah & Friends.’ The integration of XM Radio Online further enhances the music and entertainment experience offered by Windows Vista.”

“Microsoft is pleased to be working closely with XM,” said Mike Sievert, corporate vice president, Windows at Microsoft Corp. “We are thrilled with XM’s support and excitement for the launch of Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system.”

To find out more about XM’s satellite radio service, please visit XM Radio.

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