Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Tim Cook: 2.7 million Apple TVs sold already this year, TV is 'area of intense interest']]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/tim-cook-2-8-million-apple-tvs-sold-already-this-year-tv-is-a/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/tim-cook-2-8-million-apple-tvs-sold-already-this-year-tv-is-a/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/29/tim-cook-2-8-million-apple-tvs-sold-already-this-year-tv-is-a/#comments Tim Cook: 2.8 million Apple TVs sold already this year, TV is 'area of intense interest'

Still pontificating onstage at D10, Apple CEO Tim Cook was inevitably queried by Kara Swisher and Walt Mossberg about the ongoing Apple TV rumors, though for now he only referred to the company's existing set-top box. He revealed that Apple sold 2.8 million of the hockey pucks last year and has already moved 2.7 million in 2012. As Steve Jobs did repeatedly before him, he mentioned that TV is something "many people would say that this is an area of their life that they aren't pleased with" and explained Apple's key questions: Can we control the key technology? Can we make a significant contribution beyond what others have done in this area? Will this product be one that we want?

Walt pressed for more info and even dug into the Apple TV's limited content offerings, but Cook quickly shut things down (to knowing laughs from the audience) without revealing any plans for a TV set, IPTV service or anything else. He did however say that he doesn't think Apple "has to own a content business", as Netflix, Amazon and Google are developing, indicating that it hasn't had an issue (for the most part) getting content. Check out our liveblog for the minute by minute quotes here.

Tim Cook: 2.7 million Apple TVs sold already this year, TV is 'area of intense interest' originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 May 2012 22:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Absinthe's "so-easy-your-grandma-could-do-it" jailbreak tool just got an update to version 2.0, enabling support for a handful of Apple portables running iOS 5.1.1. Absinthe 2.0, which was developed by the "Jailbreak Dream Team" (Chronic-Dev and iPhone Dev) joins Redsn0w's tool, and will support all iPhone and iPad versions, with the exception of iPad2,4 -- the most recent iPad 2 variant, shipping with a 32nm A5 chip. The jailbreak tool can also be installed on iPod3,1 and 4,1 models. Assuming your iOS device is up and running with firmware 5.1.1, you can hit up the source link after the break to get your download on. AppleTV (second gen) users can get in on the fun too, with the latest version of Seas0npass for 5.0.1.

Continue reading Absinthe 2.0 hits the download wire, jailbreaks all iOS 5.1.1 devices but the 32nm iPad 2

Absinthe 2.0 hits the download wire, jailbreaks all iOS 5.1.1 devices but the 32nm iPad 2 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 May 2012 09:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Second and third generation Apple TV boxes have a new software update to keep an eye out for, and now that the changelog has been posted for 5.0.1 we can see what it brings. According to this screen grab from Apple's support page, the update adds HD previews for TV shows and movies in the iTunes store, and fixes issues affecting AirPlay, Home Sharing, Netflix and more. Of course, FireCore warns jailbroken fans to stay away from the update button for now, all others should get a prompt on their hockey puck sooner rather than later.

Apple TV 5.0.1 update rolls out, brings HD iTunes previews and a few fixes originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 May 2012 19:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If your gadget life centers equally on Apple devices and luxury Danish home theater, Bang & Olufsen now has you officially covered. The BeoPlay V1 TV, which we got a sneak peek at just over a week ago, has a slot to connect your Apple TV without wires spoiling the look of your upscale loft. Both 32- and 40-inch versions have relatively powerful speakers, too, with as many as three 32W amps in the 40-inch version being joined by discrete treble / mid speakers and a bass unit. Either of the 1080p TVs carries a 100Hz refresh rate, five HDMI inputs, and a USB port for your music and photos. Just as new is a BeoPlay A3 speaker dock for the iPad, which nestles your first- or second-generation iPad into what Bang & Olufsen calls a "stable wedge" that not only keeps the iPad comfy but adapts the speakers to get maximum output depending on its orientation. An eight-hour 10-hour battery keeps the speakers completely wireless, although it won't charge your iPad in the process. The company will have the V1 in British shops on May 3rd at a comparatively frugal £1,999 ($3,238) and £2,499 ($4,047) for the respective 32- and 40-inch sizes, while fans of Hamlet's homeland will have to wait until May 23rd to pay £449 ($727) for an A3 dock, a picture of which you can find after the break.

Update: As it turns out, the A3 will priced at $550 with it hits the US later this month, not $727 as we previously reported.

Continue reading Bang & Olufsen caters to the iOS crowd with Apple TV-friendly BeoPlay V1 TV set, A3 iPad speaker dock (update)

Bang & Olufsen caters to the iOS crowd with Apple TV-friendly BeoPlay V1 TV set, A3 iPad speaker dock (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 May 2012 17:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's reasonably well known at this point that Apple is looking to line up partnerships for some sort of a streaming video service. We've heard again and again that it's coming, so get ready to hum along with that 'ol tune one more time. Reuters is reporting that Apple has been in negotiations with Epix since earlier this year, hoping to secure access to films from Lions Gate, MGM and Paramount Pictures. There's no indication of when such a service might come to light, but Reuters indicates the company's current deal with Netflix, which expires on September 1st, could be a conflict (though that hasn't stopped Google TV in the past). So, no proper Apple-branded TV until the fall? Stay tuned...

Reuters: Apple in talks to stream films owned by Epix, no deal expected before September originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Folks in Canada using Samsung's Smart lineup of home theater equipment have a new app to be excited about, thanks in part to Cineplex Entertainment. The two companies have teamed up for a video-on-demand app, dubbed Cineplex Store, which will allow owners of "select models of Samsung's Smart TVs, Blu-ray players and home theater systems" to purchase or rent videos from the comfort of their couches. Pricing is set from about three to five bucks for 48-hour unlimited play rentals (from the time you hit play within a 30-day period), while buying titles outright will cost ya between $10 and $20 -- all without any pesky contracts. Notably, for those prices you'll also be able to store your content in a "digital locker" and rack up Scene points with Cineplex. While it appears that there's nary mention of which Smart devices are compatible, you can hit up the source link below and the press release after break for more details.

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Samsung Canada launches Cineplex Store app, offers paid movies on 'select' Smart devices originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Folks enjoying all the tidbits aTV Flash (black) brings to the 2nd-gen Apple TV will be happy to know there's a fresh update rolling out now. Inside v1.5, FireCore's added new features such as NFS streaming, as well as including other minor things like extra transitions, subtle timing settings and support for more languages. In addition, and what's perhaps the biggest enhancement, the $29.99 kit is also getting an all-new player, which promises a smoother playback regardless of the file type being used -- not to mention it's optimized for iOS 5. Of course, the refresh is gratis to those who've already shelled out the cash, and you can get to it by hitting the "Manage Extras" menu on Cupertino's miniature box. Not familiar with aTV Flash? Give the source link below a quick click to peruse all about it.

aTV Flash (black) for Apple TV hits version 1.5, brings new player, NFS streaming and more originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple TV (2012) raids iPad 2 parts bin, packs 32nm A5 silicon originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Seas0npass tethered jailbreak now available for Apple TV 2s running iOS 5.1 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Been snacking on popcorn with the beta build of XBMC 11.0 Eden since it got released last December? If, you'll be pleased know that the full-on release version is now officially available for download. In case you don't recall, this latest build of the media center house many new features, not limited to Addon Rollbacks (in case you hate their new builds), a plethora of speed-improvements, official "in- sync support" for iOS devices, AirPlay functionality and UI tweaks. There's also good news for Ubuntu users, as XBMCbuntu Final has been officially announced as the successor to XBMC Live. Excuse the pun, but if you're ready to taste the fruit now that it's ripe, you'll find the full details for both and the download link for Eden at the source link below.

XBMC Eden officially steps out of beta, available for download now originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 24 Mar 2012 20:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: A closer look at Apple TV's software update and 1080p movies

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A closer look at Apple TV's software update and 1080p movies originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080papple tvAppleTvhands-onhdpostcrosssoftware updateSoftwareUpdateMon, 19 Mar 2012 14:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple TV (2012) gets torn down, confirmed to have 512MB of RAM, 8GB of storage]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/18/apple-tv-2012-gets-torndown-confirmed-to-have-512mb-of-ram-8/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/18/apple-tv-2012-gets-torndown-confirmed-to-have-512mb-of-ram-8/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/18/apple-tv-2012-gets-torndown-confirmed-to-have-512mb-of-ram-8/#comments We already knew about most of the latest Apple TV's technical upgrades, but a few key specs have eluded us since its announcement. That's now changed, however, thanks to user aicjofs over at XBMC's forum, who ripped a fresh unit apart to find out exactly what's inside of its shell. Apart from its documented single-core A5 SoC, it's now confirmed that the 1080p-capable streamer features 512MB of Hynix-branded RAM (up from 256) along with an unchanged 8GB of storage, courtesy of Toshiba. Interestingly, there's no word on whether it's still packing Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR like the 2010 variant (Apple's website only lists 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi), but MacRumors notes that aicjofs has discovered what's possibly an additional WiFi antenna. A few parts are still under investigation, but you can check out the links below for more info.

Apple TV (2012) gets torn down, confirmed to have 512MB of RAM, 8GB of storage originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

1080p-capable Apple TV ships a day early, just in time to AirPlay with your new iPad originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember when it was revealed that Fox and Universal's movie libraries wouldn't be able to stream via iCloud to your Apple TV? The reason was that both studios were locked into an exclusive window with HBO. Fortunately, the cable channel is already entering into negotiations with the studios to relax that rule for people who have already bought their movies -- having already done so for stablemate Warner Bros. A settlement is expected to be forthcoming in the next few weeks, at which point we can get back to the important things in life: the second series of Game of Thrones.

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HBO in talks to relax iCloud ban on Universal, Fox movies for Apple TV originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple TV update takes Digital Copy to the iCloud originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Apple's March 7th event roundup: the new iPad, Apple TV refresh and everything else

Apple's March 7th event roundup: the new iPad, Apple TV refresh and everything else originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In what will surely be welcome news for many, it turns out you don't have to drop another $100 to get everything the new Apple TV offers. Owners of the second generation model can now download a software update (version 5.0) that adds the same interface found on Apple's latest device, along with support for other new additions like the ability to pay for Netflix through your iTunes account. No magic upgrade to 1080p, though. Check out the gallery below for a closer look at the changes.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Gallery: Apple TV software update

Apple TV software update brings new interface to second-gen models originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fox and Universal titles blocked from Apple TV's iCloud, HBO is the culprit originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In tried and true fashion, the FCC has given the official stamp of approval to Apple's new products almost immediately after they were announced. Making it through the government's watchful eye was the new 1080p Apple TV (A1427) as well as three different versions of the new iPad: the A1403 with Verizon LTE, A1430 with AT&T LTE and the WiFi-only A1416. We're still busy perusing the docs for juicy details and will add as they come. If you're feeling just as adventurous, however, you can find a gallery of the Apple TV's insides (and outsides), as well as links to all four in the source below.

Gallery: Apple TV passes the FCC

FCC wastes no time, approves new iPad and Apple TV originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Apple TV might still be a hobby, and thus not the main event at Tim Cook's Apple presentation today, but Apple's participation in the living room has had its fair share of rumors, speculation and dreams. The fact that the user experience has been streamlined is the big news today, but there is also a modest spec bump that includes the ability to play and output 1080p. Other than that you can easily see after the break how well the new Apple TV matches up with its predecessor.

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Apple TV vs. the new Apple TV (2012): what's changed? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080pairplayAppleApple TVapple tv 2012AppleTvAppleTv2012HDhdpostcrossHDTViOSstreamstreamingWed, 07 Mar 2012 14:56:00 EST<![CDATA[Netflix on new Apple TV supports 1080p, all boxes get integrated signup and pay via iTunes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/new-apple-tv-netflix-1080p/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/new-apple-tv-netflix-1080p/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/new-apple-tv-netflix-1080p/#comments Even though Apple didn't make any huge changes on its new Apple TV box, it does come with a slight spec bump for Netflix. On the third generation Apple TV, Netflix will take advantage of its higher resolution output with 1080p streams, just like other platforms like the PS3 and Roku. Don't have the new box? You'll still get a slightly more integrated experience, now that new users can sign up directly from the Apple TV, and pay via their iTunes account.

Netflix on new Apple TV supports 1080p, all boxes get integrated signup and pay via iTunes originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080pappleapple tvapple tv 2012apple tv 3AppleTvAppleTv2012AppleTv3breaking newsBreakingNewsHDhdpostcrosshdpostminihigh definitionHighDefinitionicloudnetflixWed, 07 Mar 2012 14:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple TV (2012) hands-on!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/apple-tv-2012-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/apple-tv-2012-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/07/apple-tv-2012-hands-on/#comments It's not that the new Apple TV wasn't rumored, but still -- announcing it here at the new iPad launch? Bold, Apple. Really bold. Looks as if Apple's hobby is now becoming a right-hand man for the iPad, and given the increasing importance placed on AirPlay, it's no wonder that the next Apple TV feels less like a standalone box and more like a killer $99 accessory for your iPad. We got a brief look at the new 1080p-capable set-top box here in San Francisco, and not surprisingly, it's small. Really small. In fact, it's just as tiny as the prior Apple TV. It's hard to glean much about the functionality given the limited setup we're seeing here, but suffice it to say, to-be iPad buyers are apt to become the largest sect of Apple TV buyers if the two are marketed together correctly.

It'll ship alongside the new iPad on March 16th for $99, with a revamped user interface and 1080p output being the only notable differences. Same HDMI output, and we're told that those with slower connections can opt out of 1080p in the settings menu. Moreover, content partners are working around the clock to add 1080p versions to the store, and naturally SD and 720p content will remain for those on older Apple TV units. You can bet that we'll be taking a long, hard look at the wire-free wizardry in our full review; for now, however, there's a gallery of shots below demanding your attention.

Gallery: Apple TV (2012) hands-on!



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Apple TV (2012) hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like we were blind-sided a little by that decidedly iPad-esque invite, because Apple has something more for us -- it's just announced the latest iteration of Apple TV and it can do 1080p video. The new UI inches slightly closer to iOS territory, with a splash of new color and a whole range of third-party apps willing to play with the new box. This includes access to Photo Stream alongside old favorites like Netflix, Flickr and YouTube. Expect improved connectivity to the iCloud (including your movie content) and better integration of your iTunes playlists directly from the refreshed UI. The good news: the price is going nowhere -- the new model matches the 2010 version at $99. The bad? You'll have to wait until next week to get your hands on one. Pre-orders start today.

Gallery: Meet the new 1080p Apple TV


Gallery: Apple reveals new Apple TV, does 1080p video



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Apple reveals 1080p Apple TV: $99, arrives March 16th originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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aTV Flash update adds automatic backups, new playback options to jailbroken Apple TVs originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A wise man once told Engadget that streaming and bought music services could live side-by-side like a piano keyboard. It looks like impoverished multi-millionaire Sir Paul McCartney didn't hear that particular song, as he's withdrawn all of his music from streaming service Rhapsody, after doing the same to Spotify some time ago. He's the latest in a long line of impecunious artists including Adele, Coldplay and Tom Waits, who have done the same as they feel they're not getting fair compensation for their labors. It would be cynical to point out that McCartney's move comes just ahead of a live performance that's exclusively streamed on the iTunes music store and Apple TV, so we won't.

Continue reading Paul McCartney: 'You can keep free streaming for the birds and bees, now give me money'

Paul McCartney: 'You can keep free streaming for the birds and bees, now give me money' originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AdeleAppleApple TVAppleTvBusinessColdplayGeorge wouldnt have done thatGeorgeWouldntHaveDoneThatHeather MillsHeatherMillsiPadiPodiTunesLicensingLicensing FeesLicensingFeesPaul McCartneyPaulMccartneyRhapsodyRoyaltyRoyalty PaymentsRoyaltyPaymentsSir Paul McCartneySirPaulMccartneySpotifyThe BeatlesTheBeatlesTom WaitsTomWaitsWingsWed, 08 Feb 2012 19:57:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple TV gets into video discovery, adds movie and TV show Genius Recommendations]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/04/apple-tv-gets-into-video-discovery-adds-movie-and-tv-show-geniu/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/04/apple-tv-gets-into-video-discovery-adds-movie-and-tv-show-geniu/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/04/apple-tv-gets-into-video-discovery-adds-movie-and-tv-show-geniu/#comments Apple added a new wrinkle to its hobby overnight, as AppleInsider reports the Genius recommendation feature added in iTunes 8 now offers up suggestions for movies and TV shows. The new Apple TV feature appears to have been switched on from the back end servers with no firmware update, displaying the new Genius option under Movies and TV Netflix-style as shown above. We're not sure you really needed anyone else telling you it's definitely time to check out The Wire or Breaking Bad, but with competitors like Google already taking aim at improving content discovery and recommendations it's a logical next step for whatever Apple's living room ambitions ultimately become.

Apple TV gets into video discovery, adds movie and TV show Genius Recommendations originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking forward to an update to your beloved Apple TV? It seems the company still fancies the device as well. On the quarterly numbers call today, Tim Cook quipped that "we still classify this as a hobby, but we continue to add things to it." He went on to say that the company will "continue to pull strings and see where we can take it." This comes on the heels of Cupertino seeing a record 1.4 million units sold last quarter.

Tim Cook says Apple TV is still 'a hobby,' can't live without it originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleapple tvapple tv 2AppleTvAppleTv2earningshdpostcrosshome entertainmentHomeEntertainmentnumberstim cookTimCookTue, 24 Jan 2012 17:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple gearing up for 'media-related announcement' later this month?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/02/apple-media-related-announcement-this-month-rumor/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/02/apple-media-related-announcement-this-month-rumor/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/02/apple-media-related-announcement-this-month-rumor/#comments Leave it to Apple to completely avoid CES, yet be one of the largest stories surrounding its dates. Much like last year's invite to what would eventually be the introduction of Verizon's iPhone 4, All Things D has it on good authority that the folks in Cupertino are spending their first hours back on the job planning a "media-related announcement" for later this month. Contrary to earlier beliefs, we're told by All Things D that this particular event won't be related to the next-gen iPad, and it's also "unlikely" to be connected to a "large-scale rethinking of its interactive television initiative."

So, knowing what it won't entail... what will be talked about? According to unnamed sources, Apple SVP of Internet Software and Services Eddy Cue is reportedly involved. For those unaware, Cue is responsible for a sizable chunk of Apple's media units, not the least of which include the App Store, iBookstore, iTunes Store and iCloud. Sadly, details outside of that are few and far betwixt, but you can bet we'll be keeping an ear to the ground for more -- even if it's smack-dab in the middle of a Sony CES keynote. Cough.

Update: TechCrunch is reporting that it'll focus on the publishing sector, with no new hardware whatsoever on tap.

Update 2: Clayton Morris has chimed in and confirmed that it'll be related to iTunes.

Apple gearing up for 'media-related announcement' later this month? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've seen a jailbroken Apple TV running iOS apps but admittedly, the last demo we were treated to was brief, dimly lit and light on commentary. Now, the developers behind the Apple TV MobileX project are back with a longer, more explanatory video, and this time you can see apps like Facebook, YouTube, Safari and Maps running at 720p resolution. As you can see, the hack generally runs smoothly, though the dev narrating the video is quick to admit that certain apps such as Safari are sluggish due to the fact that he's using VNC instead of a direct input method like a remote or mouse and keyboard. Curious? We've got video of the setup just past the break.

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iOS apps shown running on Apple TV at 720p in new video demo originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Still images not enough to get you going? Check after the break or hit the YouTube link for a quick video demo of iOS apps running on Apple's TV box. Our friend STS hopes this may push the folks in Cupertino to open their doors to apps officially similar to the way things happened back in '07 on the iPhone -- for now we can only wait.

Continue reading Seas0nPass untethered jailbreak for Apple TVs on 4.4.4 detailed, iOS apps coming soon? (Update: video!)

Seas0nPass untethered jailbreak for Apple TVs on 4.4.4 detailed, iOS apps coming soon? (Update: video!) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4.44.4.4.airplay mirroringAirplayMirroringappleapple tvAppleTvappscydiahdpostcrossiosjailbreakjailbrokenSeas0nPassvideoFri, 30 Dec 2011 20:11:00 EST<![CDATA[XBMC Eden finally makes it to beta, promises HTPC superpowers]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/28/xbmc-eden-finally-makes-it-to-beta-promises-htpc-superpowers/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/28/xbmc-eden-finally-makes-it-to-beta-promises-htpc-superpowers/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/28/xbmc-eden-finally-makes-it-to-beta-promises-htpc-superpowers/#comments Remember that big XBMC update teased back in October? Well, v11.0's multifarious additions are finally ready for a spot of beta testing. These include all-round speed increases, a "vastly improved" default skin, the ability to rollback unpleasant add-on updates, and better hardware support for iOS devices, plus a host of other new features that can only be listed in full at the source link.

XBMC Eden finally makes it to beta, promises HTPC superpowers originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 28 Dec 2011 03:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Showing your friends the latest viral video traditionally requires huddling around a smartphone or tablet, which is odd when you're sat in a room with a 40-inch flat-screen. Web connected TVs or media units like the Apple TV will let you watch YouTube as long as you spend five minutes tediously inputting the search term on your remote. For those of us who can't afford a unified Airplay setup, there's PacketVideo's Twonky Beam Browser, which lets you push mobile content to your TV as fast as your wireless router can handle it. Does it work as well as advertised? Is it the answer to your prayers? Read on to find out, dear reader, read on.

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Twonky Beam Browser hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple reportedly discussing its 'vision for the future of TV' with media execs originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>airplayappleapple tvAppleTvdvrhdpostcrossicloudrumortelevisiontvSun, 18 Dec 2011 23:02:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple update twofer: Apple TV hits 4.4.4 (9A406a), minor iOS 5.0.1 bump comes to iPhone 4S]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/apple-update-twofer-apple-tv-hits-4-4-4-9a406a-minor-ios-5-0/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/apple-update-twofer-apple-tv-hits-4-4-4-9a406a-minor-ios-5-0/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/apple-update-twofer-apple-tv-hits-4-4-4-9a406a-minor-ios-5-0/#commentsHere's a question: why, as a major consumer electronics company, would you introduce just one software update in a day, when you could just as easily introduce two? Exactly. Apple has just pushed out a new duo that honestly have little in common, but if you're the owner of a second-generation Apple TV and an iPhone 4S, you've hit the jackpot. The former is reaching v4.4.4, which claims to bring an assortment of not-big-enough-to-pinpoint bug fixes; the latter, however, tweaks the iPhone 4S' 5.0.1 build ever so slightly. If you've noticed anything major from either update, do tell in comments below.

Update: The Apple TV 4.4.4 changlog notes that users can expect "general performance and stability improvements, including a fix for an issue that displayed an error when playing some video content."

Apple update twofer: Apple TV hits 4.4.4 (9A406a), minor iOS 5.0.1 bump comes to iPhone 4S originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleapple tvAppleTvfirmwarefirmware updateFirmwareUpdateiosios 5ios 5.0.1Ios5Ios5.0.1iphonesoftware updateSoftwareUpdateupdateThu, 15 Dec 2011 14:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Apple TV updates stream purchased TV shows to Australia, Canada and the UK]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/apple-tv-updates-strem-purchased-tv-shows-to-australia-canada-a/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/apple-tv-updates-strem-purchased-tv-shows-to-australia-canada-a/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/08/apple-tv-updates-strem-purchased-tv-shows-to-australia-canada-a/#comments Apple TV users (the hockey puck, not the pie in the sky rumored flat panel with magic fairy dust inside and an extra unaired season of Firefly) in Canada, Australia and the UK were gifted a download today, bringing iCloud-streamed TV show purchases (which debuted back in August Stateside) out to their box. The shows had been available but only via iTunes on a computer. We haven't heard anything official from Apple yet, but the usual per-episode price structure price structure of a couple bucks per episode still applies, so while entire groups of people that use the word "holiday" to describe a vacation browse the catalog, we'll keep an eye out for any official word from Apple or word of other areas suddenly turned on.

[Thanks, Ben]

Apple TV updates stream purchased TV shows to Australia, Canada and the UK originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The latest update to iOS 5 is drawing near, folks, as the beta of version 5.1 was just released on Apple's developer site. You can grab the build if you're in possession of an iPhone 3GS or later, either iPad or the third and fourth generations of the iPod Touch. We're hoping to see some fixes to the battery life issues on the iPhone 4S, as the company has acknowledged the concern and promised a fix in the near future. Stay tuned as we learn more about the new refresh.

Update: A little digging has already revealed a new product ID contained in the update, referencing an "iPad 2,4". There's some speculation that this could be a reference to a tablet with a modem from Sprint built in, but even if that's the case, who knows if it would actually be released prior to the next generation iPad.

Update 2: More leaks! Now 9to5Mac is reporting on a new device, codenamed "J33", which it believes refers to a new model of the Apple TV box. Hit up the link for a few more well-reasoned rumors, we'll let you know if any more details surface.

Update 3: Ok, now we're starting to think someone in Cupertino is just screwing with us. One more time, sleuths have uncovered a reference to the elusive iPhone 5 (aka "iPhone 5,1") in the code, as shown above. Check the third link for more details from 9to5Mac, and prepare for a whole new round of next gen iPhone rumors incoming any minute now.

iOS 5.1 beta seeded to developers (Update: iPhone 5, new iPad and Apple TV revealed?) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleapple tvAppleTvbetadevelopersfirmware updateFirmwareUpdateiosios 5.1ios5Ios5.1ipadiphoneiphone 4siphone 5Iphone4sIphone5mobilepostcrossseedsoftwaresprintupdateupgradeMon, 28 Nov 2011 19:22:00 EST<![CDATA[aTV Flash (black) leaves beta, grants your Apple TV media-playing super powers]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/atv-flash-black-leaves-beta-grants-your-apple-tv-media-playin/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/atv-flash-black-leaves-beta-grants-your-apple-tv-media-playin/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/atv-flash-black-leaves-beta-grants-your-apple-tv-media-playin/#comments aTV Flash (black) We're definitely of the opinion that the dedicated devs who do all the heavy lifting so you can tweak and hack your pile of gadgets deserve a little something for their troubles. That being said, Firecore's aTV Flash (black) is still going to be a tough sell at $30 (now that it's left beta). But, before you go, perhaps you'd like to know what that chunk of cash will enable your 2nd-gen Apple TV to do. For one, it blesses Cupertino's hobby set-top with an all new media player that can open AVI, MKV, MP4, ISO and host of other file formats. There's also an HTML5 browser for surfing the web and streaming media. Want more apps? How about a Plex client and Last.FM radio? Perhaps best of all, though, it allows you to play back files stored on a PC, Mac or NAS without the need for iTunes. Check out the video demo after the break.

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aTV Flash (black) leaves beta, grants your Apple TV media-playing super powers originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleapple tvAppleTvatv flashatv flash blackAtvFlashAtvFlashBlackfirecorefirecore atv flash blackFirecoreAtvFlashBlackhackhackshdpostminijailbreakjailbrokenset top boxSetTopBoxstreamingvideoFri, 18 Nov 2011 02:29:00 EST<![CDATA[CBS boss reveals why the company is 'against joining Apple TV' (or Hulu)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/03/cbs-boss-reveals-why-the-company-was-against-joining-apple-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/03/cbs-boss-reveals-why-the-company-was-against-joining-apple-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/03/cbs-boss-reveals-why-the-company-was-against-joining-apple-tv/#commentsThere's been a fresh round of "Apple is building a TV" rumors lately, and now comments by CBS CEO Les Moonves during his company's earnings call may reveal more about what Cupertino would like to do. Many of the rumors are based on quotes by Steve Jobs in his biography that he "cracked" a way to make an integrated TV set that was easier to use -- a major jump from the current Apple TV add-on box. While responding to analyst questions about why CBS isn't on Hulu, Moonves mentioned the network did not join in "Apple TV" for the same reason: because it (like Hulu) was an advertiser split.

As we've discussed at length on the podcast, any efforts to remake how the TV business works won't get far without content, and so far CBS and its fellow studios have not been interested in playing ball. Why is that? According to Moonves, current deals (with cable and satellite, for example) are worth "hundreds and hundreds of millions" in guaranteed cash payments, and rather than seeking a share of advertising down the road, he thinks a "guaranteed revenue stream is a good way to go." Hit the source link to read the full transcript at Seeking Alpha or check after the break to read his words for yourself. It's a revealing look at why the potential task left to Tim Cook (or his counterparts at Google, Microsoft, and wherever else) of negotiating a new business model for home video may be even harder to crack than designing the perfect UI.

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CBS boss reveals why the company is 'against joining Apple TV' (or Hulu) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BBC's global iPlayer app adds AirPlay streaming, should just be on Apple TV originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 22 Oct 2011 02:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It got a bit overshadowed by Apple's other software updates earlier today, but Apple TV users also have a few new features to enjoy whenever they're ready to plop down on the couch. Version 4.4 of the Apple TV software is now available to download, which adds the new Photo Stream feature to view photos stored in iCloud, as well as AirPlay mirroring, plus content from the NHL and Wall Street Journal, and a new movie trailer section. You'll also now be able to view subtitles in Netflix (when available, of course), and you have a few new slideshow themes to choose from.

Photo Stream, NHL, AirPlay mirroring and more added to Apple TV with software update originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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