The device obviously has to be programmed with the unique "print" of the experience on the video, so selling this as a stand-alone device is not a feasible option.
Besides, the type of persons who find this device attractive will not balk at the $149 or the on demand content requirement.
Don't the members of this board often have the debate that "free" tube sites will kill the industry, yet paid memberships are still being bought? Comparatively, for those who wouldn't buy the Real Touch and prefer to jerk it the "free" way, that's fine since there always will be others who will purchase the device and the content that goes with it. This technology will sell.
The moral of the story - Know your niche! This product is no different in that regard.
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