Apple Faces iTunes Test Case In Norway

The ongoing EU campaign to force Apple to make the iTunes store compatible with players other than iPod is moving forward.  The two year effort is coming to a head with Norway’s top consumer advocate taking Apple before the government’s Market Council for a decision. Under Norwegian law, the council has the power to order companies to change trading practices they believe to be unfair. This is considered a test case that will be watched closely by the entire EU with France, Germany, Finland and Denmark backing the Norwegian efforts. A decision is expected before the end of the year.