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During the CTIA convention, we at Going Cellular paid particular attention to a seminar on mobile music. We can easily see music thriving in a mobile environment — just imagine being able to download that song you just heard right to your phone. Yet, there are some serious issues holding back this development. One such aspect is digital rights management, or DRM. This morning, we find out that Verizon is teaming with Rhapsody for DRM-free music downloads.

When downloading over the air, you’ll be charged $2. This comes with a version for your phone, as well as an MP3 version, which you can download to your computer using VCAST/Rhapsody software. And, if you happen to be sitting at home, you can save $1 by downloading the song right to your computer, DRM free, and then sideloading it to your handset.

This Verizon partnership with Rhapsody will also give its customers access to a $15/month, all you can eat music subscription. This is excellent for people who digest a ton of music, since you’ll always have access to whatever your heart desires. Ownership is overrated, anyway.

Look for availability on the LG Decoy, LG Dare, Motorola W755, Samsung u550, Samsung Glyde, Samsung Juke, and soon to be the LG Chocolate 3.

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