Networks are resisting, citing the music industry's 2003 pact with Apple to reduce prices. The plan helped boost downloads, but album sales slumped. With DVRs, Netflix and illegal online downloads already plaguing TV studios' profits, Apple asking networks to reduce prices might seem unfair. Yet a quick review of the Top 10 TV shows downloaded on iTunes, including "24," "The Office" and "Vampire Diaries," show each episode costs $2.99. Bundled "season passes" are also pricey. NBC's The Office season 6 pass costs $59.99.
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