Starbucks + HP

Now this sounds like a good idea.

From 65 HP Tablet PC-based listening stations, customers can listen to entire CDs, read exclusive artist interviews, and explore special features in Hear Music’s digital library. What’s more, music aficionados can also choose from a catalog of songs to make their own personal compilations, then instantly burn them onto a CD at an interactive Listening Bar.

The robust CD burning and printing technology is powered by HP xw6000 Workstations running HP-developed applications. With the help of HP Business Inkjet 1100D printers, customers also receive professional-quality CD labels, cover art, and liner notes created at the interactive Listening Bar.

I have to say, I enjoyed the high speed wireless at Starbucks when I was in Portland in March, and this sounds like a winning idea.