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OnLive streaming video game service launches in June with one huge catch
We’ve talked about OnLive before , and the service impressed us with its seemingly impossible promise: to stream console and computer games to your TV or PC (or Mac) on -demand without having to install them. On the console side of things this is even more alluring, as you could games for the Xbox 360 or PS3 without having to buy either. What’s more, your computer’s specs wouldn’t matter.
1080p, 5.1 surround sound coming to Netflix Watch Instantly in 2010?
Netflix Watch Instantly fans could be due for a big upgrade, as CNET has heard the company will roll out 1080p and 5.1 surround sound later this year. No word on timing or any other details, but this could mean its moving to version 3 of Microsoft’s Silverlight streaming platform with its additional tweaks for adaptive streaming and hardware graphics acceleration. Also unknown is how much bandwidth would be necessary, but considering Microsoft already uses very similar technology for its 1080p Instant On videos on Zune Marketplace through the Xbox 360 while only requiring 3 Mbps and VUDU HDX 1080p videos only state a minimum of 4500 Kbps, a massive jump in available bandwidth might not be necessary if you already get clear 720p video. The last big hurdle? How much content will be available that way, Gizmodo points out only about 6 percent of current offerings stream in HD we’ll be watching carefully if the pace picks up going forward.
1080p, 5.1 surround sound coming to Netflix Watch Instantly in 2010? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Disney renegotiating Starz deal, might pull movies from Netflix streaming
Looks like the movie studios are beginning to realize that Netflix is racing away with the streaming market, and things are starting to change fast: hot on the heels of Warner forcing Netflix to accept delayed DVD rentals in exchange for better streaming terms, Disney and Starz are reportedly renegotiating their deal, and blocking Netflix is one of the terms. Most new releases on Netflix right now are part of the StarzPlay package, and the studios don’t get a cut, since they’ve already sold those rights to Starz. As we all know, the studios aren’t big fans of not getting a cut, so what Disney is trying to do is block Netflix from dealing with Starz and force it to license streaming rights directly — not the end of the world and certainly not impossible, but a move that has the potential to disrupt service and raise prices. As of right now, things are status quo and no one’s talking on the record, but we’ve got the feeling there’s a shakeout coming — stay tuned.
Disney renegotiating Starz deal, might pull movies from Netflix streaming originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Hulu to stream reality show internationally, incessantly
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Hulu to stream reality show internationally, incessantly originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Ustream Brings Its Viewer App To Android Market
Ustream has just launched a version of its Ustream Viewer for Android Market, giving users the ability to access any Ustream footage while they’re on the go, free of charge. You’ll be able to use the app for streaming video both over Wi-Fi and 3G
BBC redoubles its Wii efforts with dedicated iPlayer channel
[Via BBC News, thanks Lenny]
Filed under: Gaming, Home Entertainment
BBC redoubles its Wii efforts with dedicated iPlayer channel originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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brite-View’s CinemaTube adds 1080p streaming, YouTube XL to the mix
We’re not sure who decided to follow up the award-winning brite-View CinemaCube with something called the CinemaTube, but the latter certainly lives up to its change of a single letter, adding full 1080p streaming and embedded YouTube XL to its predecessor’s already potent mix of supported video and audio formats (including H.264, XviD, and MPEG1/2/4), a bit.torrent engine, and USB storage support. Shipping on September 21, it’ll retail for $129.99 — but if you pre-order now you get it for $99.99. Hit the read link for all the gory details. We’re praying that the company’s next device is not called the CinemaRube — that would be just plain mean.
[Via GizmoScene]
Filed under: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Networking
brite-View’s CinemaTube adds 1080p streaming, YouTube XL to the mix originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Hulu to PlayStation 3 browsers: “This video is not available on your platform”
digg_url = ‘http://digg.com/playstation/Hulu_tells_PS3_This_video_is_not_available_on_your_platform’; The PlayStation 3 has kept access to Hulu even without PlayOn or other workaround while others were blocked — with the exception of its own remote friendly desktop software — thanks to its browser’s Flash support, but this morning multiple users have reported the above message indicating “Unfortunately, this video is not available on your platform. We apologize for any inconvenience.” Some odd glitch related to the recent 2.80 firmware update or other temporary problem, or is this the latest platform to get the Boxee treatment when trying to bring streaming video to TV screens? We’ve reached out to Hulu for an explanation but so far, haven’t heard a response. Interestingly, the Hulu TOS was just updated as of June 26, and although we haven’t found any PS3-specific passages, changing a browser’s user-string to match the console reveals it is definitely being specifically blocked.
[Thanks Sev, and to Tyler from FormatWarCentral.com for the picture]
Hulu to PlayStation 3 browsers: “This video is not available on your platform” originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 27 Jun 2009 06:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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