Blockbuster finally releases its very own set-top box
After making an announcement ages ago, Blockbuster has finally launched its movie rental service via set-top boxes. Since word got out about the box and …
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Tivo launches a new mobile website
Tivo announced today that it is officially launching the beta version of its mobile website (m.tivo.com). Anyone with a mobile browser can browse and search …
Signs of the Apocalypse, volume one: TiVo meets Domino’s
Well people, it was fun while it lasted. Green fields and sunny pastures may soon be a thing of the past as TiVo has officially …
Silicon Mountain announces a new pair of All-in-one LCD TVs
How’s this for a slice of fried gold? A 42″ LCD TV with a full 1080p HD picture and an integrated PC featuring an Intel …
Laser vs. plasma: Warming up for the battle royale
Ok, ok… Let’s not get too excited just yet. It still might be a bit early to reach any real conclusions about laser televisions and …
Netflix HD streaming to hit Roku before 2009
While we sincerely doubt this to be the push Roku needs to become more, how should we put this, significant – Roku owners and potential …
Netflix HD streaming launching initially on XBOX 360
Netflix streaming in High Definition has been a long time coming but it finally looks like Netflix customers are in for a treat – as …
Tis the season for flat panel TVs
Call it a sign of the economic times or call it gift from Santa, but it looks like this holiday season will be the perfect …
Pandora and Netflix, now streaming to a Samsung Blu-ray player near you
Samsung BD-P2550 owners, it’s time to get your firmware update on. Non-Samsung BD-P2550 owners, it’s time to add this puppy to your wishlist. Until this …
SlingCatcher finally shipping
There’s probably over 40 people I know personally that will be screaming all sorts of unprintable curse words because they have no other way to …
Apple TV 2.2 update issued; adds Genius support and better HDTV features
Last night, Apple updated iTunes to version 8.0.1 and addressed some issues with its latest music portal release. At the same time it quietly snuck …
Sony unveils 3rd generation eBook Reader, the touchscreen PRS-700
Sony unveiled on Thursday its third generation Reader Digital Book. The new Sony Reader, model PRS-700, will join the Reader lineup as the new “premium” …
Vudu beefs up offering with 1080p, $200 credit for new customers
Have you really not jumped into the set top box game yet? Remember how you made fun of your parents until they ditched their VCR …
Memorex Readies $270 MVBD-2510 Blu-ray Player
Here it is people, the first Blu-ray player to be announced with an MSRP under $300. It might not be quite as high-class as Goldmund’s …
Slingbox PRO-HD and Slingcatcher Now Available for Pre-order
…and right on schedule! Umm, right? Yes people, the Slingbox PRO-HD and Slingcather are now officially available for pre-order from amazon.com and direct from Sling …
NBC jumps ship and switches from Silverlight to Flash
In a move stirring up some debate, NBC announced last week that it will stream it’s NFL football games this season using Flash video instead …
EA Sport’s Virtual Playbook goes Live on ESPN Today
Football commentary goes virtual today when ESPN‘s NFL Countdown will debut EA Sport’s new Virtual Playbook technology. A specialized digital studio camera and an adaptation …
Amazon Unbox now streams, Gets new name
Say Goodbye to Amazon Unbox. Say Hello to Amazon Video On Demand. Launched on Wednesday, this new video streaming service does as it drab name …
Sony delivers a Point and Shoot with HD Recording
Leave it to Sony to put 720p HD recording into the hands (or shall we say, the pocket) of the masses. Starting tomorrow the 29th, …
ViewSonic unveils new 120Hz monitor. Is it really that good?
Recently at the NVISION2008 conference, ViewSonic unveiled a 22 inch 120Hz monitor targeted at gaming and digital entertainment. The prototype monitor promises blur-free performance and …
SlingMedia releases SlingPlayer 2.0 for Windows, integrated TV Guide and other goodies
Always count on Sling to be cooking up a new batch of software right? This time around, it’s for Windows. SlingPlayer users can now grab …
Movie Downloads Finally Coming to Blockbuster
Come on Blockbuster, all the cool kids are doing it. Almost a year since announcing the acquisition of video download service Movielink, it looks like …
TiVo Launches YouTube Integration
Tivo owners will be happy to learn that starting today and continuing over the next few weeks, TiVo will be rolling out a new version …
Slow Sales Lead to Mass HDTV Price Cuts
As the economy continues to decline and unemployment rates continue to rise, now is a tough time for everyone. Particularly tough perhaps, if a big …
Netflix Streaming Coming Soon to an Xbox 360 Near You
In the quest to reign the world of home entertainment streaming, partnering with Microsoft to provide your movie download service on Xbox 360 is definitely …
Sony fleshes out its Bravia line with XBR6, XBR7, XBR8 LCD TVs
Sony today rolled out three new additional lines of TVs under its high-end XBR Bravia brand. The XBR8 draws inspiration from the uber-luxurious XBR3 line, …
VUDU goes wireless
If you’re a proud owner of a VUDU video-on-demand box or have been considering taking the plunge, today is your lucky day. The company has …
Texas Instruments intros first wide WUXGA projector chip
Thanks to Texas Instruments and projectiondesign, your home projector may be getting a big boost in image quality and resolution. They’ve just announced the world’s …
Hitman for free on iTunes
By some weird stroke of luck, cruelty, or fate the movie Hitman has shown up for free on iTunes. You can access the film by …
Sling Media Updates SlingPlayer Mobile; Symbian & Windows Mobile
It’s only Tuesday and this has already been quite a week for mobile software updates. Sling Media is continuing the trend with some solid new …
