Dave Zatz Never enough time… LG scraps plans for dual Blu-ray/HD-DVD player. (CE Pro) An incomplete overview of online television guides. (TechCrunch) AOL expands online video offerings, will offer Viacom content. (eWeek) Walmart may have HD-DVD player for $350, though mine doesn’t. (HDBeat)
Heavy video downloads have joined CNET and Rocketboom on TiVo. Those with broadband-connected Series 2 units can subscribe to a weekly 5 minute humor segment. As with Rocketboom, I’m not particularly interested (I want movie downloads, and I’m willing to pay) — but if this is up your alley, subscribe via Showcases. Speaking of Showcases… … Read more
TiVo, Inc has repeatedly stated the S3 would be released in the second half of 2006… and July is nearly behind us. So, when do you think they’ll be available? Free Web poll for your Web site – freepolls.com
Never enough time… Microsoft Vista’s enhancements over XP MCE. (Matt Goyer) NBC not interested in TiVo’s new metrics. (MediaPost) Hell freezes over, Metallica on iTunes. (CNN) Netgear acquires SkipJam. (eHomeUpgrade)
The Sling folks are simultaneously expanding and consolidating their beta programs. As with TiVo’s betas, Sling is now recruiting a pool of applicants to be called up as needed. You can apply here. VP Jeremy Toeman says: So, if you like the Slingbox and want to get your hands a bit dirty with us on … Read more
In a shocking upset, TiVo scored an Interactive Television Emmy at the AFI Digital Content Festival. Actually, is anyone really surprised TiVo took home top honors? ABC also picked up an Emmy for their experimental web streaming platform. Awards will be handed out at the Creative Arts Awards Ceremony in LA on August 19. This … Read more
Looks like at least one telco is picking up TiVo as an ally against the cable companies… TiVo says: Beginning this week, BellSouth and TiVo will launch the first of a variety of co-marketing initiatives that leverage product synergies between BellSouth FastAccess DSL and TiVo in order to drive additional distribution of the respective services. … Read more