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Hulu adds Kids section for little streamers, updates PS3 app with renewed remote support
Whether you have streaming-savvy children, or are just a big kid yourself, Hulu has added a new section to its bulging catalogue specifically for you. Hulu Kids puts all the ad-free shows available to Plus subscribers in one place, and splits them into categories for filtering, say, only dinosaur-related programs. The section has its own website, or can now be accessed through the obvious option in the Browse menu. PS3 owners will be happy to know the Hulu Plus app has been updated, too, bringing back the Blu-ray remote functionality that was, for some wacky reason, removed in the last update. And, what better way is there to relax after a humiliating public defeat than dropping the controller, and taking in a calming dose of SpongeBob?
Sony announces CECH-ZRC1 Bluetooth / IR remote to bridge the home theater divide
Okay, we'll admit it. While mesmerized by the bling of Sony's purty silver satin PS3, the company's simultaneous announcement of its new BD Remote Control almost slipped past our gadget radar. Dubbed the CECH-ZRC1, thankfully in this new model Sony finally appears interested in settling the beef between the Bluetooth signal requirements of its gaming system and the IR needs of its other home theater products. Yes, this edition can support both control formats, and it's also grown a few new buttons that allow users to skip 30 seconds forward or 15 seconds back. Thanks to the use of AAA batteries, it's even had a bit of a tummy tuck. Currently the controller is scheduled to start selling in Japan at the end of March for roughly $44 -- only in black. While a US version may show up too at some point, if you're okay with introducing a non-Sony infidel into your HT family, Snakebyte's new PlayStation 3 remote will essentially do the same thing for the same price.
Snakebyte PlayStation 3 remote touts IR and Bluetooth, $50 price tag
So, here's the dilemma -- do you buy a lovely Bluetooth remote to control your PS3, or spring for a Bluetooth-to-IR adapter in order to better integrate your console into your overall home theater? How's about neither? Snakebyte's Premium Bluetooth Remote has just been unleashed here at CES, offering both Bluetooth and Infrared support, enabling it to dictate your PS3 as well as five other IR components. You'll also get a backlit display, ingrained motion sensor, a built-in Li-ion battery and support for updatable firmware. We dropped by the company's booth here in Vegas, but the only model on-hand was a non-functional mockup -- too bad, but the real-deal is expected to ship this April for $49.99.
Game|Shadow dongle turns Blackberry into PS3 remote / keypad
Ok, so it's not quite the convenient solution that a simple Bluetooth-based app would be, but Blackberry owners looking for an alternative to Sony's own PS3 keypad may still want to consider Unify4Life's new Game|Shadow dongle / app bundle, which will turn your phone into a full-featured remote and keypad. The app uses the same interface as Unify4Life's separate AV|Shadow system, which the company is only too happy to remind you can be paired with the Game|Shadow to give you complete control over audio/video setup. Head on past the break for a video of the setup in action, and look for it to be available in April for $39.99.[Via PS3 Fanboy]
Sony's BD Remote control for PS3
Here ya go kids, the Playstation 3 remote control. Oooo, ahhh, er, hmmm. Looks like just the PS2 remote all growed up and able to control Blu-ray movies over Bluetooth. Thing is, the PS3 is shipping in Japan on November 11th but the remote won't pop until December 7th for about ¥3,600 (about $31), a move that will surely live in infamy. No word on pricing or release for the rest of world.P.S. -Oh, Sony released pricing on the PS1/2 memory reader and the SIXAXIS, as well: ¥1,500 and ¥5,000, respectively ($12.75 and $42.45).
