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[Sony-made Google TV units will come with Plex as standard]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/22/sony-made-google-tv-units-will-come-with-plex-as-standard/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/22/sony-made-google-tv-units-will-come-with-plex-as-standard/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/22/sony-made-google-tv-units-will-come-with-plex-as-standard/#comments Sony-made Google TV units will come with Plex as standard

Plex has inadvertently announced that its excellent media center software will be baked into Sony's forthcoming range of Google TV devices. A customized version of its app for the platform arrived on Google Play, declaring that it was only available for download on "late model 2012 Sony internet TVs." When pressed on the matter, Plex revealed that it'll arrive pre-installed on the second generation gear, expected to arrive in Europe by September.

Sony-made Google TV units will come with Plex as standard originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 May 2012 15:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LG revealed two Google-loaded TVs at CES, but never gave us prices or told us when these LED models might dangle their skinny bezels in stores. In briefings at Google last week, we heard that the 47-incher (47G2) and 55-incher (55G2) would sell for $1699 and $2299 respectively -- although Amazon already has them listed significantly cheaper than that. Now, to complete the jigsaw, Reuters has quoted LG exec Ro Seogho as saying that these Google TVs will ship in the US from May 21st. In the meantime, check out our hands-on from Las Vegas, because that new QWERTY-equipped Magic Motion remote is especially enticing.

LG's Google TV-enabled sets coming to US end of May originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 May 2012 03:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It only makes sense that the Google TV initiative to increase personalization would extend to videos served up from its YouTube site, and now the official app has been updated to do just that. The new version brings recommendations meant to pull gems you might like out of the ever growing pile of content available, as well as a way to search between the new YouTube channels on your TV. Also users should notice improved video quality since the app will automatically try to play content at the best available resolution from the start, and if they find something interesting, it now supports +1 sharing to Google+. The new app is already live on Google Play, compatible devices should be pointed that way for the new experience.

Google TV YouTube app updated for better recommendations, search and sharing originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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At the center of the revamped Google TV experience that rolled out last fall is its TV & Movies app, which is a blended guide of content currently airing live on TV and available for streaming from the popular internet services (Netflix, Amazon, HBO Go). As Product Manager Rishi Chandra mentioned when we caught up with him at CES, personalization is something Google will be focusing on going forward and that's shown in the updated app being pushed out today. When it's first opened, users will login and be asked to rate a few movies and shows so it can get a sense of their tastes to know what to present, Netflix-style. There's more information displayed up front too, with expanded descriptions, and details below each show so viewers can find out about the episode that's on more easily. For a few more details on what's new and refreshed, check after the break.

Continue reading Google TV's TV and Movies app gets to know you better with ratings, favorites and more

Google TV's TV and Movies app gets to know you better with ratings, favorites and more originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sure, Google's previous Coachella stream ran about as smoothly as Woodstock 1999's final hours, but that's no reason to abandon the idea. Mountain View has decided to give it another go, streaming 2012's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on Youtube and to properly equipped devices. Looking to get your rock on? Hit the source link below.

PSA: Watch Coachella on YouTube, Google devices for free this weekend originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Apr 2012 23:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While its corporate parent Viacom continues to tussle with Google over who is liable for user uploaded content, Paramount Pictures has struck a deal to offer its movies for rental on YouTube / Google Play in the US and Canada. According to Google that adds up to around 500 new movies becoming available on the service over the next few weeks including hits like Ferris Bueller and The Godfather. Those catalog titles are currently available on 48hr joypasses for $3.99/$2.99 (HD/SD) each, while newer titles like Hugo are $4.99/$3.99. Also worth noting is that now the folks at Mountain View can count five of the six major studios (Fox is still out) among their offerings. We'll see if this signals a thawing relationship between Google and the studios upset that pirated copies of their content are so easily found via Google's searches (doubt it), but at least Android users can look forward to more easily accessible content.

Paramount flicks are coming to YouTube and Google Play despite Viacom lawsuit originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Report: Google TV coming to Europe in September originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Apr 2012 07:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BluRay playerBlurayPlayerEuropefrancegermanyGoogle TVGoogleTvhdpostminiles echosLesEchosset-top-boxSonySony TVSonyTvSpainUKTue, 03 Apr 2012 07:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Roku players now have an official Plex channel with upgraded UI and new features]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/27/roku-plex-official/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/27/roku-plex-official/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/27/roku-plex-official/#comments ImageIf you're a fan of Plex's media server software and Roku's do-everything hockey puck media streamers then today is your lucky day, as bringing the two together is now easier than ever. While Plex has supported streaming to Roku devices through an unofficial channel since last year, today it announced it's officially available in the Channel Store. That's not the only thing that has changed either, since a blog post indicates the new official channel brings a new upgraded UI and features like myPlex support, audio and picture support, and Direct Play of video without transcoding on compatible videos. Hit the Plex blog for a few more screenshots and details, or just turn on your Roku and add the app directly. Also, if a Google TV device is your preferred Plex client, that app has also just been updated with a few new bugfixes.

Roku players now have an official Plex channel with upgraded UI and new features originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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GTVHacker teases Boxee for rooted Sony Google TVs originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 12 Mar 2012 20:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Plex Media Server upgraded, Google TV app gets a reboot originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony Google TV update rolling out, if you want to root your time is now originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Mar 2012 10:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>blu-ray playerBlu-rayPlayerflashgoogle tvGoogleTvhackhdpostminikernelnsx-46gt1NSZ-GT1patchrootsecuritysonystreamingupdateSat, 03 Mar 2012 10:46:00 EST<![CDATA[Patent application hints at Voice Actions for Google TV]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/patent-application-hints-at-voice-actions-for-google-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/patent-application-hints-at-voice-actions-for-google-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/patent-application-hints-at-voice-actions-for-google-tv/#comments Google TV Voice ActionsAndroid on your phone can send texts, perform searches, set alarms and execute plenty of other tasks with little more than a simple voice command. Google TV is, for all intents and purposes, just Android blown up to fill your 42-inch TV -- so it would only make sense that Voice Actions might one day come to the Mountain View-branded set top solution. Well, a patent application filed back in September hints that just such a thing is on its way. Rather than require new hardware though, an Android phone would act as an intermediary, passing commands to the Google TV device. An added bonus to being able to ask your TV "when is Seinfeld on?" is that, since the phone is actually passing on the instructions, you can control your set remotely. As an example the filing suggests using GPS to determine when a user is within a quarter mile of their home, then turning on the TV and tuning in to whatever station happens to be airing The Soup Nazi. Hit up the source for all the details.

Patent application hints at Voice Actions for Google TV originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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GTVHacker tool brings Sony Google TVs root access, full Flash streaming originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3.13.2androidblu-ray playerBlu-rayPlayerflashgoogle tvGoogleTvgtvhackerhackhdpostminihdtvnsx-gt1nsz-gt1rootsonystreamingtvunsigned kernelUnsignedKernelMon, 20 Feb 2012 12:44:00 EST<![CDATA[Google makes 'next gen personal communications device,' is testing it in employee abodes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/google-makes-next-gen-personal-communications-device-is-testi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/google-makes-next-gen-personal-communications-device-is-testi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/google-makes-next-gen-personal-communications-device-is-testi/#comments We first heard about Google's foray into home-based hardware late last week, when it asked the FCC for Special Temporary Authority (STA) to have employees test an "entertainment device" in their homes (as opposed to a lab). According to the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, it's rumored to be a Sonos-like device related to the Android@Home Tungsten hub we saw at Google I/O last year. It appears, however, that's not all Google's got in store, as some information has trickled out about another Google-branded gadget. Apparently, it's a "next generation personal communication device," and Mountain View has asked the FCC for another STA to test 102 of them in the same cities as the aforementioned entertainment box: Mountain View, LA, New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Why? Well, Google wants to track its Bluetooth performance and evaluate "the throughput and stability of the home WiFi networks that will support the device" in a real-world setting. Other details about the device are scant, but we do know that testing on this second Google-made gadget is ongoing through July 15th, so here's hoping we can get a glimpse of one between now and then. Check out the FCC docs for both devices at the source below, and feel free to sound off on what you think Google's got in store in the comments after.

Google makes 'next gen personal communications device,' is testing it in employee abodes originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bluetoothfccgooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhardwarehdpostcrossset top boxset-top boxSet-topBoxSetTopBoxsonosstreamingtungstenwifiwirelesswireless streamingWirelessStreamingMon, 13 Feb 2012 01:53:00 EST<![CDATA[Google TV Facebook page teases new announcement (Update: It's a new YouTube app)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/12/google-tv-teases-big-announcements-on-facebook/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/12/google-tv-teases-big-announcements-on-facebook/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/12/google-tv-teases-big-announcements-on-facebook/#comments Since Eric Schmidt made the rather bold proclamation that "most" new TVs would have Google TV embedded by summer 2012, we've all been waiting for something "big" from Mountain View. Well, if you can believe the services' Facebook page, "big announcements" are just what we can expect Monday. A post on Google TV's profile leaves a lot to the imagination, but while speculation is already jumping sky-high (Google TV Nexus, anyone?) the possibilities range all the way from new product announcements to minor service / feature expansions or contests -- so set your alert levels accordingly. Of course, if it were really a big deal then you'd think the news would come out on Google+, right?

Update: Just that fast, the official blog has revealed the big announcement and it's.... an updated version of the YouTube app. For what it's worth, the new version is supposed to be faster with smoother navigation when it starts rolling out "in the next few days." It also adds a "Discover" feature for browsing by category, new channel pages and better tie-ins for related videos, which should help viewers browse its growing library of premium content, but isn't exactly the big announcement some may have anticipated. Check the blog for more details and return to DEFCON 5.

Google TV Facebook page teases new announcement (Update: It's a new YouTube app) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidannouncementannouncementsappbrowseconnected tvConnectedTvdiscovergooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosssmart tvSmartTvtelevisiontvvideoyoutubeSun, 12 Feb 2012 18:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Google TV 3.2 update enhances HLS video streaming support, Plex update takes advantage]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/03/google-tv-3-2-update-enhances-hls-video-streaming-support-plex/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/03/google-tv-3-2-update-enhances-hls-video-streaming-support-plex/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/03/google-tv-3-2-update-enhances-hls-video-streaming-support-plex/#comments The Google TV update that rolled out to Sony units earlier this week (no word on the Revue, yet) brought tweaks to Chrome and support for Blu-ray 3D playback on the player, but that's not all. The bump to Android 3.2 also improved hooks for developers to access channel listings in their apps, enabled hardware acceleration and last but not least, improved support for HTTP Live Streaming. That last detail is particularly important to those streaming video from their PCs using Plex, since additional HLS tweaks were necessary to allow viewing of files transcoded from otherwise-Google TV unfriendly formats. Also supported as in the Plex update is selection of alternate audio streams, subtitles, more channels and a few other fixes. Check out a Google+ post from Les Vogel of the Google TV team for all the Honeycomb 3.2 (API Level 13) details you can stomach, the Plex blog for more info on its software, or just make sure you're running the latest updates and take a look around yourself.

Google TV 3.2 update enhances HLS video streaming support, Plex update takes advantage originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>alternate audioAlternateAudioandroidandroid 3.2Android3.2connected tvConnectedTvgooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostminihlshoneycombhttp live streamingHttpLiveStreamingmedia streamerMediaStreamernsz-gt1plexsonysubtitlestranscodingupdateFri, 03 Feb 2012 23:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony Google TV gets update this week, brings speedier Chrome and 3D Blu-ray support]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/01/sony-google-tv-devices-receiving-update/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/01/sony-google-tv-devices-receiving-update/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/01/sony-google-tv-devices-receiving-update/#comments Sony Google TV gets update this week, brings speedier Chrome and 3D Blu-ray support
If a simple tweet by the Google TV squad is to be believed, those of you who own Sony-branded hardware should be receiving an update within the next few days. In a scant 140-characters, Big G promises a Chrome browser that "works faster," as well as the ability to get your Blu-ray content in all three dees (if that's your thing). Google's not telling precisely when the fresh features will make their way to Sony's set-top boxes, so you'll just have to stay glued to your GTV and wait for it to magically appear.

Sony Google TV gets update this week, brings speedier Chrome and 3D Blu-ray support originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d blu-ray3dBlu-rayandroidandroid 3.2Android3.2Blu-Raychromegooglegoogle chromeGoogle TVgoogle tv updateGoogleChromeGoogleTvGoogleTvUpdateGTVhdpostminihoneycombnsz-gt1sonysony google tvSonyGoogleTvtvupdateWed, 01 Feb 2012 15:19:00 EST<![CDATA[CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/16/ces-2012-hdtv-and-connected-devices-round-up/#comments The Consumer Electronics Show is always a big deal for HDTVs and the devices that plug into them, and the 2012 edition was no different. With the majority of households already owning an HDTV, manufacturers are pressed to convince you to upgrade, and are pulling out all the stops. We've got new display technologies like OLED, 4K and Super Hi-Vision, plus more 3D and internet connected features than ever. DVRs and media streamers haven't slowed down either, so while some services focused on eliminating the set-top box, those that remained either shrunk (Roku) or added features (Boxee, TiVo, Ceton -- pictured above). The pace of the announcements made it nearly impossible to keep up with everything going on last week, so we've wrapped everything up in one neat summary available after the break.

Continue reading CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up

CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>boxeecesces 2012Ces2012cetondishdish networkDishNetworkdvrgoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosshdtvlgoledpanasonicrokusamsungshvsonysuper hi-visionSuperHi-visiontivotoshibavizioMon, 16 Jan 2012 15:46:00 EST<![CDATA[Google, LG to team up on 'Google TV Nexus' edition for next release?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/google-lg-to-team-up-on-google-tv-nexus-edition-for-next-rele/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/google-lg-to-team-up-on-google-tv-nexus-edition-for-next-rele/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/google-lg-to-team-up-on-google-tv-nexus-edition-for-next-rele/#comments While not all of Google's aims to change cellphones with its Nexus brand program may have been achieved, it has created some admirable devices in cooperation with HTC and Samsung (way to pass on that one Sony Ericsson). According to Bloomberg, its next step may be to do the same with LG for TVs. As product manager Rishi Chandra mentioned in an interview with us, the next focus for Google TV will center around increasing its ability to personalize the user experience and further enhance content discovery, and anonymous sources indicate LG could get first crack at it later this year. What's odd about this development is that on TVs, so far the two versions of hardware that have debuted already featured software largely free of manufacturer customizations, unlike phones. At this year's CES LG, along with Vizio, is among the first to show a custom skin for the software, along with its new remote. However, the original aim of the Nexus was to work "even more closely with our partners to bring devices to the market that are going to help showcase very quickly the we're working on" so if this can help cut down the long window we saw before the last Google TV update, we're all for it.

Google, LG to team up on 'Google TV Nexus' edition for next release? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcustomziationgooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosslgnexuspersonalizationupdateFri, 13 Jan 2012 13:48:00 EST<![CDATA[LG Google TV and Magic Remote Qwerty hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/12/lg-google-tv-magic-remote-qwerty-ces/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/12/lg-google-tv-magic-remote-qwerty-ces/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/12/lg-google-tv-magic-remote-qwerty-ces/#comments While Samsung waits to debut its take on the Google TV platform, LG is already showing off its hardware, including a new remote control. For LG's part, it has decided to blend the QWERTY needs of a Google TV controller with its existing Magic Motion remote gesture control and scroll wheel technology. The result is a decently well balanced dual-sided remote with relatively simple controls. Because of the shape and added weight, we actually preferred this remote to the lighter original Magic Motion remote for pointing in our brief hands-on time. The scroll wheel was also a great help, and made it an improvement over the v1 Google TV remotes in pretty much every way possible. We'll need more time with the clicker to know for sure, but the Magic Remote Qwerty is probably our favorite out of the three options presented at CES (Sony, Vizio). We won't lean either way on LG's skinning of the Google TV experience just yet, although if you're a fan of the company's existing connected TV menus (we weren't so much in our review) then you'll be glad to know these are very similar. Check the gallery below for a couple more pics of the remote and the TV itself.

Gallery: LG Google TV & Magic Remote QWERTY hands-on

LG Google TV and Magic Remote Qwerty hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Engadget Interview: Google TV Product Manager Rishi Chandra at CES 2012 (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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OnLive Viewer comes to Google TV, full gameplay capability coming soon originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cesces 2012Ces2012gaminggoogle tvGoogleTvMicroConsoleonlivestreaming gamesStreamingGamesvideo gamesVideoGamesWed, 11 Jan 2012 13:12:00 EST<![CDATA[Vizio ultrawidescreen, Google TV and Cinema 3D HDTV hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/vizio-ultrawidescreen-google-tv-and-cinema-3d-hdtv-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/vizio-ultrawidescreen-google-tv-and-cinema-3d-hdtv-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/11/vizio-ultrawidescreen-google-tv-and-cinema-3d-hdtv-hands-on/#comments
After Vizio gave the world a preview of its PC and tablet plans it also announced plans for new HDTVs and a couple of set-top boxes, so we couldn't resist traveling back over to its Wynn-based lounge to view the beasts in their natural habitat. We won't make too much of it, but if you read last year's hands-on preview, unfortunately much of this is similar, as we mentioned when they were announced -- much of this tech was originally planned to ship in 2011. That said, while TBD is still the watchword when it comes to release dates and pricing, we're told highly anticipated sets like the first ultrawidescreen units should be available for preorder soon.

Gallery: Vizio Google TV, ultrawidescreen and Cinema 3D HDTV hands-on

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Vizio ultrawidescreen, Google TV and Cinema 3D HDTV hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jan 2012 02:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>21:93d3d tv3dTvandroidcesces 2012Ces2012cinema 3dCinema3ddlnagoogle tvGoogleTvhands-onhdpostcrosslcdledremoteUltraWidescreenviavia plusViaPlusvizioWed, 11 Jan 2012 02:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Vizio tops accessories off with two Google TV-powered players]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/vizio-googletv-player/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/vizio-googletv-player/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/10/vizio-googletv-player/#comments It turns out Vizio's plans for Android don't stop at just tablets and TVs, as it's list of accessories being announced for 2012 are two Google TV powered set-top boxes. The VAP430 Stream player picks up where the Revue left off (and directly competes with Sony's NSZ-GS7 network player) adding the Google TV experience and access ot streaming media in any existing setup. Meanwhile, the VBR430 Blu-ray player adds discs to the mix of a VIA platform (standard and Plus) that stands to benefit from a new VOD app, M-Go from Technicolor that should bring first-run movies streaming directly to TVs. There's a few other add-ons mentioned in the PR (after the break) including a Skype webcam, iPad dock and soundbar, but all of those are available now. Like the other products Vizio has announced at CES, shipping dates and prices are still TBD.

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Vizio tops accessories off with two Google TV-powered players originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The more interesting news however, is that the 65-inch versions of both M- and R- lines feature VIA Plus, which is Vizio's customized spin on Google TV. We first got a peek at it last year, however the delayed introduction of Honeycomb and adoption of ARM processors likely doomed any chance of a release. In another blast from the past, Vizio has also queued up three 21:9 "CinemaWide" ultrawidescreen WFHD (2560x1080) models (above), in sizes of 50-, 58- and 71-inches with 3D and Yahoo! Widgets. We were heartbroken when we never saw these come home in 2011, although in all fairness no one else brought an ultrawidescreen flat-panel to us either so there's still an extremely rectangular space on our wall that needs filling. Prices and ship dates for all the new TVs are still TBD, and those without Google TV include Yahoo TV widgets. Check the press release after the break for the available details, before we check out the new models and try to find out if they'll actually arrive this time around.

Continue reading Vizio's CES 2012 HDTV lineup includes 3D, Google TV and ultrawidescreen... again

Vizio's CES 2012 HDTV lineup includes 3D, Google TV and ultrawidescreen... again originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: We got our hands all over the new hardware and our first impression is: it's tiny. The network streamer is still bigger than a Roku, but compared to say, a Revue, the switch to ARM has clearly had a slimming effect on Google TV. The Blu-ray player is similarly shrunken, with its footprint down to merely what a normal player would occupy. The remote is conveniently backlit this time around, and dual sided. It certainly has an improved feel this time around, but is it good enough to satisfy the masses? We'll know better after we've spent more time with it. Check the pics in the gallery to see for yourself.

Gallery: Sony Google TV Blu-ray player, network player & remote hands-on

Continue reading Sony's second try at Google TV brings Blu-ray player, streaming box and a new remote (Update: hands-on!)

Sony's second try at Google TV brings Blu-ray player, streaming box and a new remote (Update: hands-on!) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Live from Sony's CES 2012 press conference originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Marvell QDEO Google TV


Myriam Joire contributed to this report.

Marvell shows off ARM-powered Google TV, looks a lot like Google TV originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidarmarmada 1500Armada1500cesces 2012ces unveiledCes2012CesUnveileddual-coregooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosshoneycombmarvellreference designReferenceDesignMon, 09 Jan 2012 00:09:00 EST<![CDATA[Dish Network adds video on-demand streaming for iPad, enhanced Thuuz Google TV app]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/dish-network-vod-ipad-thuuz/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/dish-network-vod-ipad-thuuz/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/08/dish-network-vod-ipad-thuuz/#comments While Dish isn't yet ready to officially reveal the details of its new "Hopper" multiroom DVR setup or any wireless broadband plans, it has announced the addition of video on-demand streaming to its Remote Access iPad app. For users with the Blockbuster @Home package or premium movie channels like HBO, they can log in with their Dish Online ID and be in business. The remote viewing portion has also been refreshed, with what we're told is an updated guide. For Google TV owners, it also announced an official tie-in with the developers of Thuuz to record the live sports programs it alerts users to. Check out the details in the press release after the break, as well as a few hands-on pics of the iPad app in our gallery.

Gallery: Dish Network remote access iPad app

Continue reading Dish Network adds video on-demand streaming for iPad, enhanced Thuuz Google TV app

Dish Network adds video on-demand streaming for iPad, enhanced Thuuz Google TV app originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 19:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung pushes SwipeIt media sharing app, AirPlay competitor to Smart TVs originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 11:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: LG has posted some pics of the Google TV sets (above, after the break) featuring its custom interface, although we're still waiting for a peek at that remote. According to the company, users will have the option of using LG's UI or the default Google TV build, so whichever way you prefer should work. The Google TV team has also uploaded a fresh trailer on YouTube ahead of CES, featuring several apps and promising this is just the beginning -- check it out embedded after the break.

Continue reading Google TV adds LG to the fold, will demo new hardware along with Sony, Vizio (update: video, pics!)

Google TV adds LG to the fold, will demo new hardware along with Sony, Vizio (update: video, pics!) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Of course, there are some early signs that this hardware switch could be just what the doctor ordered, like the fact that similar hardware powers the OnLive Microconsole, and likely lurked in the heart of the Vizio Google TVs we observed with inbuilt OnLive capabilities last year. Beyond the lower heat and power requirements this chip may be able to do it all for less money -- something we're sure $99 Revue buyers can appreciate. Check out the press release after the break for a few more details, we'll wait to find out more about the new partners and hardware before jumping on the Google TV 2.0 hype train along with Eric Schmidt.

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Google TV officially switching to ARM, Marvell Armada 1500 CPU to lead the charge originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>airplayairtightandroidappappleappsgoogle tvGoogleTvmobilepostcrossTue, 27 Dec 2011 19:42:00 EST<![CDATA[Are You Watching This?! sports tracker for Android adds remote control for DirecTV, TiVo, Google TV]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/are-you-watching-this-sports-tracker-for-android-adds-remote-co/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/are-you-watching-this-sports-tracker-for-android-adds-remote-co/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/21/are-you-watching-this-sports-tracker-for-android-adds-remote-co/#comments The Are You Watching This?! app has a long history of making sure sports fans don't miss the big games with its bookmarklets and apps that popped up notifications or emailed reminders. Now a new upgrade on Android, along with a few connected TV platforms, has taken things to the next level. In its newest iteration, the free app ties into DirecTV, TiVo or Google TV setups with IP control for one click switching to the appropriate channel -- key when a game is coming down to the last play and you're not sure where the remote is or which channel NBA / NFL / MLB etc. action is on. There's varying levels of filtering options so users can see alerts just when their team is playing, any decent matchup or just the must-see finishes.

We gave it a shot and found it worked as advertised, only requiring the app to be installed and enabled on the Google TV and our Android phone (DirecTV and TiVo boxes should be ready to go), however even though we already had our local channels set up on the TV, we had to enter our ZIP and cable provider on the remote app as well. We're starting to see similar companion technology built into apps from DirecTV, TiVo and Comcast, as well as Dijit's software, however the RUWT? game tracker algorithm and focus on live scores gives it a leg up for sports freaks. Check out the video trailer embedded above for a quick look or hop over to the Android Market to install it on phone, tablet and/or TV.

Are You Watching This?! sports tracker for Android adds remote control for DirecTV, TiVo, Google TV originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidare you watching thisAreYouWatchingThiscompanion appCompanionAppdirectvgame trackerGameTrackergoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostminismartphonesportstablettivovideoWed, 21 Dec 2011 20:24:00 EST<![CDATA[Myriad Alien Vue brings Google TV apps to existing HDTVs, set-top boxes (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/20/myriad-alien-vue-brings-google-tv-apps-to-existing-hdtvs-set-to/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/20/myriad-alien-vue-brings-google-tv-apps-to-existing-hdtvs-set-to/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/20/myriad-alien-vue-brings-google-tv-apps-to-existing-hdtvs-set-to/#comments Couch potatoes may soon be able to get a more complete Android app experience without leaving the living room, or picking up a tablet or smartphone. Myriad's new Alien Vue is a customizable OEM platform that enables TV and set-top box manufacturers to bring Android to their existing products, adding support for apps designed for Google TV and HTML5. Myriad is the developer behind Alien Dalvik, which allows you to run Android apps on non-Android devices, including iOS and MeeGo. Alien Vue brings that concept to the living room, and includes a branded app store, web browser and portable device control, letting you control your TV and other home theater devices using a phone or tablet. But unlike Dalvik, it'll be up to manufacturers to add support for Vue -- you won't be hacking your TV and installing the software yourself. We'll be bringing you a full hands-on from CES, but jump past the break for a quick video demo.

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Myriad Alien Vue brings Google TV apps to existing HDTVs, set-top boxes (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>alienalien dalvikAlien VueAlienDalvikAlienVueandroidandroid marketAndroidMarketappappsgooglegoogle tvgoogle tv appsGoogleTvGoogleTvAppshdpostcrosshdtvhdtvshtml5myriadmyriad alien dalvikmyriad Alien VueMyriadAlienDalvikMyriadAlienVuesoftwarestreamingstreaming appStreamingApptvsvideovideo streamingVideoStreamingTue, 20 Dec 2011 15:22:00 EST<![CDATA[SlingPlayer for Google TV is out of beta, still a web app]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/slingplayer-for-google-tv-is-out-of-beta-still-a-web-app/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/slingplayer-for-google-tv-is-out-of-beta-still-a-web-app/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/15/slingplayer-for-google-tv-is-out-of-beta-still-a-web-app/#comments We don't know what the folks at Sling have in store for CES 2012 but they are finally checking items off of last years list, including announcing the launch of SlingPlayer for Google TV. Officially dubbed SlingPlayer for Logitech Revue (it works fine on the Sony hardware too) any Google TV owners can find a link to the web app under the "Spotlight" section of their menu, and only need to login to enjoy remote TV viewing. The connected device SlingPlayer experience here is similar to that of the one on the Boxee Box, however running as a web app has a few specific disadvantages. While it mapped some of the Google TV's remote functions (channel up/down, pause, FF, rew etc.) directly to the box being remotely viewed, doing a simple thing like hitting back takes you out of the webpage and app entirely without warning. One advantage over the standard Android app however is that this one's free to use, so if you have both kinds of boxes (Sling and Google) at your disposal, go ahead and try it out or check out a video preview embedded after the break.

Gallery: Sling Player coming to Google TV

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SlingPlayer for Google TV is out of beta, still a web app originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidconnected tvConnectedTvflashgoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosslogitech revueLogitechRevuerevueslingsling playerslingboxSlingPlayerstreamingweb appWebAppThu, 15 Dec 2011 14:24:00 EST<![CDATA[Google's Eric Schmidt sees Google TV embedded in most new TVs by summer of 2012]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/07/googles-eric-schmidt-sees-google-tv-embedded-in-most-new-tvs-by/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/07/googles-eric-schmidt-sees-google-tv-embedded-in-most-new-tvs-by/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/07/googles-eric-schmidt-sees-google-tv-embedded-in-most-new-tvs-by/#commentsGoogle big dog Eric Schmidt covered a lot of ground in his onstage interview at Le Web this year, but it wasn't all about iOS vs. Ice Cream Sandwich. It appears that Big G has big plans for Google TV, and the Executive Chairman foresees the platform proliferating to the point that "most" new televisions will have it embedded by the summer of 2012 -- that rumored switch from x86 to ARM must be going well. That strikes us as an awfully lofty goal given it's light market penetration thus far, but with Samsung still on board the Google gravy train and others waiting in the wings, Schmidt just may be right. However, until we see just how many sets are packing Google TV at CES, our skepticism remains -- check the interview itself and another video after the break that encapsulates just how we feel on the matter.

Continue reading Google's Eric Schmidt sees Google TV embedded in most new TVs by summer of 2012

Google's Eric Schmidt sees Google TV embedded in most new TVs by summer of 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidarmconnected tvConnectedTveric schmidtEricSchmidtgooglegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrossleweblgsamsungsmart tvSmartTvsonytoshibatvvideoWed, 07 Dec 2011 20:11:00 EST<![CDATA[Logitech Revue Android 3.1 upgrade starts rolling out (Update: It's official)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/logitech-revue-android-3-1-upgrade-starts-rolling-out/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/logitech-revue-android-3-1-upgrade-starts-rolling-out/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/06/logitech-revue-android-3-1-upgrade-starts-rolling-out/#comments It appears owners of the Logitech Revue will finally be able to get their taste of Honeycomb starting tonight, as a few lucky users have already received an upgrade to Android 3.1 and support techs have informed them a wider rollout is beginning this evening. That puts it about a month behind Sony's Google TV boxes in receiving the upgrade, but will finally bring owners a whole new UI, and access to the Android Market -- and live up to those stickers on the outside of the box. The usual considerations apply about it being a rolling update so while your $99 box may not see the new software right away, it's definitely coming.

Update: Despite doubt by some over the news earlier, both Logitech and Google have just officially announced the Honeycomb upgrade for the Logitech Revue is going out OTA this week. Check the blog links for more details if you're still not convinced.

[Thanks, Brian]

Logitech Revue Android 3.1 upgrade starts rolling out (Update: It's official) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidandroid 3.1android marketAndroid3.1AndroidMarketappsgoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosshoneycomblogitechlogitech revueLogitech Revue with Google TVLogitechRevueLogitechRevueWithGoogleTvrevueuiupgradeTue, 06 Dec 2011 20:32:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung in 'last-stage talks' to use Google TV, will show off hardware after CES]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/22/samsung-in-last-stage-talks-to-use-google-tv-will-show-off-ha/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/22/samsung-in-last-stage-talks-to-use-google-tv-will-show-off-ha/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/22/samsung-in-last-stage-talks-to-use-google-tv-will-show-off-ha/#comments The true second act of Google TV won't take place until new hardware hits the streets, and Reuters reports that while Samsung is still on board, it will unveil its product(s) next year at an event other than CES. There's no word on when or where we might see hardware from other partners like LG, but at last year's show Vizio and Samsung (pictured above) were the only ones to display their efforts. TV division prez Yoon Boo-keun confirmed the company was working with Google on the rollout, and apparently indicated Samsung's service would "differ" from competitors. We'll have to find out what that means, but in the meantime what we can expect to see in Las Vegas are OLED TVs, which he said Samsung would have on display. After being teased by countless concepts, we'll be keeping our eyes peeled for price tags and shipping dates, but those details will likely remain under wraps until January.

Samsung in 'last-stage talks' to use Google TV, will show off hardware after CES originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcesces 2012Ces2012googlegoogle tvGoogleTvhdpostcrosshdtvoledoled hdtvoled tvOledHdtvOledTvsamsungtvTue, 22 Nov 2011 00:31:00 EST<![CDATA[Show off your smartphone photog skills with Sony Ericsson's vscreens]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/show-off-your-smartphone-photog-skills-with-sony-ericssons-vscr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/show-off-your-smartphone-photog-skills-with-sony-ericssons-vscr/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/18/show-off-your-smartphone-photog-skills-with-sony-ericssons-vscr/#comments
Have you been jonesin' to show off those Epic 4G Touch camera skills on a bit bigger screen? Sony Ericsson has you covered with vscreens, a website / app combo that gets your trip to Everest on your flatscreen to secure bragging rights. Once you install the app from the Android Market, point your internet browsing screen -- PC, Google TV and PS3 included -- to the vscreens website. From there, you simply scan the QR code that appears on your display and presto, you're showing off that trip to the Adirondacks like it's your job, sans cables or Bluetooth. If you're looking to give it a spin, you'll find all you need via the links below. And pretty soon, you'll be able to showcase those Galaxy Nexus panoramas at your next dinner party. Pretty sweet, huh?

Show off your smartphone photog skills with Sony Ericsson's vscreens originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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