Let the hive mind of Engadget get that for you.
"I've found myself using my PC for a lot of conversations lately, and I'm also considering recording a podcast to share with anyone who will listen. There are tons of USB headset / microphones out there, and I'm hoping someone has some solid recommendations based on experience. I'll consider both headsets and standalone mics, by the way, but I'd like to keep the bill under $100 if possible. Help!"
Toshiba better open up their wallet..
only for a deposit. As the article says: *exclusive* contract. That means that Universal would have to PAY TOSHIBA to get out of the deal.
This would probably end the format war, but make for 2mil or so unhappy walmart shoppers. Which means the format war would probably be back on since there would be 2mil stand alone players out there yearning for content.