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[AT&T stops offering Xbox 360 U-verse bundle until it can deliver an updated version]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/14/att-suspends-u-verse-xbox-360/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/14/att-suspends-u-verse-xbox-360/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/14/att-suspends-u-verse-xbox-360/#comments AT&T temporarily pulls the plug on its Xbox 360 U-verse kit, says it's working to improve it

In a relatively strange fashion, AT&T's quietly pulled the plug on its U-verse kit for the Xbox 360 -- at least for the time being. According to a note on its own site, the company's taking some time to focus on "improving and enhancing" its U-verse bundle. This is probably a reference to the updated app (that would also require XBL Gold) AT&T promised for the new dashboard with Kinect support and a new UI, but has yet to deliver. As Multichannel points out, earlier last week Netflix had filed a complaint with the FCC, claiming that AT&T's U-verse on Xbox violated network neutrality regulations -- though, it's unclear whether this had anything to do with the outfit's decision to suspend the service. AT&T has said the set-top kit won't "be available until the new enhancements and functionality are added," so we'd recommend not holding your breath for too long.

AT&T stops offering Xbox 360 U-verse bundle until it can deliver an updated version originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 14 May 2012 16:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appATTATT U-verseatt uverseAttU-verseAttUverseconsoledashboard-update-fall-2011hdpostcrossiptvmicrosoftminipostset top boxset-top boxSet-topBoxSetTopBoxu-verseu-verse kitu-verse xbox 360u-verse xbox 360 kitU-verseKitU-verseXbox360U-verseXbox360Kitupdateuverseuverse kituverse xbox 360uverse xbox 360 kitUverseKitUverseXbox360UverseXbox360Kitxbox 360xbox 360 dashboard updateXbox-360Xbox360Xbox360DashboardUpdateMon, 14 May 2012 16:39:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T reports Q1 earnings: $31.8 billion in revenue, 5.5 million smartphones sold]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/24/atandt-reports-q1-earnings-31-8-billion-in-revenue-sells-5-5-mi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/24/atandt-reports-q1-earnings-31-8-billion-in-revenue-sells-5-5-mi/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/24/atandt-reports-q1-earnings-31-8-billion-in-revenue-sells-5-5-mi/#comments AT&T reports Q1 earnings: $31.8 billion in revenue, sells 5.5 million smartphones

Sure, there was no new iPhone to boost its smartphone sales this quarter, but the carrier still managed to push 5.5 million of the devices out the door, while activating 4.3 million Apple-branded handsets. The company beat analyst predictions by raking in $31.8 billion in revenue and pocketing $3.6 billion of that as income, up from $3.4 billion over the same time period last year. Things are looking good for the company as both U-Verse and its wireless business grew revenues dramatically -- by 38.2 percent and 19.9 percent, respectively. Growth on the cellular side is in large part thanks to the 726,000 net subscriber adds. Of particular interest is the growth in so-called "branded-computing" subscriptions, which includes tethering plans and tablets. There, AT&T has seen a growth of 70 percent over last year, reaching 5.8 million customers (including 460,000 added last quarter). For more financial fun check out the PR after the break.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2012attearningsfinancialfinancialshdpostcrossma bellMaBellmobilepostcrossnumbersq1q1 2012Q12012u verseu-verseUVerseTue, 24 Apr 2012 08:35:00 EST<![CDATA[TiVo releases Q4 results, announces transcoder and IP set-top box on the way]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/23/tivo-q4-transcoder-ip-set-top-box/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/23/tivo-q4-transcoder-ip-set-top-box/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/23/tivo-q4-transcoder-ip-set-top-box/#comments Today TiVo announced its earnings for Q4 2011 and the full year, however the most interesting note was word of a few new boxes on the way. From the sound of things, the company will deliver a four stream transcoder similar to the one we saw demonstrated at CES (pictured above) capable of dishing out video to multiple devices (phones, tablets, etc.) within the home simultaneously. Also on the way is an IP set-top box coming to retail that sounds very much like the TiVo Preview multiroom extender, however it could include access to internet video services as well. As mentioned on Tech of the Hub, CEO Tom Rogers' statements indicate the transcoder will enable both live streaming and DirecTV Nomad-style "high speed" sideloading of recorded content for offline viewing. More concrete are its positive numbers from the partnership with Virgin Media in the UK, and progress on a plan for Pace to develop TiVo-compatible set-top boxes for cable operators here and abroad. The Comcast partnership is also apparently progressing, with VOD access in beta trials and preparing to launch "soon" in the San Francisco area.

Gallery: TiVo network transcoder hands-on

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TiVo releases Q4 results, announces transcoder and IP set-top box on the way originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attcomcastdvrearningsfinancialsgatewayhd dvrHdDvrhdpostcrossip set-top boxIpSet-topBoxmultiroompaceq4q4 2012Q42012streamingtivotivo previewTivoPreviewtranscoderu-verseverizonThu, 23 Feb 2012 18:28:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-Verse iPad app combines DVR control and companion features]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/atandt-u-verse-ipad-app-combines-dvr-control-and-companion-feature/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/atandt-u-verse-ipad-app-combines-dvr-control-and-companion-feature/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/13/atandt-u-verse-ipad-app-combines-dvr-control-and-companion-feature/#comments It's been over a year since we saw AT&T first demo a U-verse connected tablet app with second screen companion features it called "ComplemenTV" and last week it officially launched for the iPad. AT&T U-verse for iPad can act as a remote control for any the company's DVRs in the home, as well as pull in extra info about the content that's playing. If you're away from home, it can still pull up guide data, program the DVR, or play a selection of VOD shows just like the U-verse's other mobile apps. what it doesn't have however, unlike many other pay-TV tablet apps out there, is live TV streaming of any kind. Of course, it is a free add-on, so check after the break for a quick video demo or hit iTunes to download it yourself.

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AT&T U-Verse iPad app combines DVR control and companion features originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appappleattcompanion appCompanionApphdpostminiiosipadiptvsecondscreentablettvu-verseu-verse for ipadU-verseForIpadvodMon, 13 Feb 2012 12:21:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T announces API Catalog: U-Verse, payments, wireless and more]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/atandt-announces-api-catalog-supports-u-verse-payments-wireless/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/atandt-announces-api-catalog-supports-u-verse-payments-wireless/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/atandt-announces-api-catalog-supports-u-verse-payments-wireless/#comments We're live at AT&T's Developer Summit keynote here at CES, where the carrier has just announced a revamped U-Verse API catalog. According to the company, the new U-Verse catalog features APIs that support payments, MMS/SMS, location, device capabilities and AT&T's mHealth app. The payment API utilizes HTML5, with revenue split 70 / 30 between developers and AT&T. The entire collection will be available through cloud services like Windows Azure, and developers will have to pay a $99 registration fee to get started, giving them unlimited access to the catalog through the end of 2012. The APIs will also allow devs to build apps that let you check out what's playing on TV, and use them as a remote control. There's also support for the Twonky Beam Browser app, which allows users to beam content directly from their tablets to a U-Verse equipped TV.

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AT&T announces API Catalog: U-Verse, payments, wireless and more originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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TiVo, AT&T patent settlement will send at least $215 million TiVo's way through 2018 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attdvrhdpostcrosslawsuitlicensingpatenttime warpTimeWarptivou-verseTue, 03 Jan 2012 18:13:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T, DirecTV sign deal extension, guarantee bundle services through 2015]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/04/atandt-directv-sign-deal-extension-guarantees-bundle-services-th/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/04/atandt-directv-sign-deal-extension-guarantees-bundle-services-th/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/04/atandt-directv-sign-deal-extension-guarantees-bundle-services-th/#comments AT&T renewed its corporate vows with DirecTV yesterday, signing a three-year contract extension to bring its suite of co-branded satellite TV, broadband and voice services through March 2015. The bundle will be offered across the 22 states where AT&T currently offers residential broadband and voice services -- and, according to a company spokeswoman, where the carrier's U-verse video service is not yet available. Speaking to Broadcasting & Cable, the rep went on to say that the renewed deal shouldn't be interpreted as an indicator of how rapidly the U-verse rollout is progressing, and that its service may eventually be offered alongside DirecTV's operations -- which, as we found out this week, aren't doing too bad at all. More details can be gleaned from the PR, after the break.

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AT&T, DirecTV sign deal extension, guarantee bundle services through 2015 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2015attbroadbandbundlebusinesscarrierdealdirectvextensionhdpostminimoneypartnershipproviderTVu-verseuversevideovoicewirelessFri, 04 Nov 2011 10:46:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-verse set-tops go wireless, free you to herniate yourself moving your HDTV around]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/25/atandt-u-verse-set-tops-go-wireless-free-you-to-herniate-yourself/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/25/atandt-u-verse-set-tops-go-wireless-free-you-to-herniate-yourself/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/25/atandt-u-verse-set-tops-go-wireless-free-you-to-herniate-yourself/#comments AT&T U-verse wireless receiver Chances are, you put your TV in the most convenient spot based on where the requisite cables are feeding into your abode. And putting a set in a new room usually means someone is breaking out a drill. Well, starting October 31st, AT&T U-verse customers will no longer be constrained by wires! (Besides HDMI and power cords, that is.) The company's new wireless receiver pairs with your AT&T-issued residential gateway and pulls in broadcasts over WiFi. What the provider claims is the first consumer wireless receiver of its type should simplify installation and free customers from the worry of running coax around their homes. You could even drag your big screen out to the patio and try to enjoy the "big game" under the glare of the sun. Just don't make lugging your 42-incher around a habit -- hernias aren't covered by the warranty. The receivers will be available to order on Monday for a one-time fee of $49 and a $7-a-month rental fee there after. Check out the (bizarre) demo video and PR after the break.

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Continue reading U-verse TV gets social with help from Miso, TV Foundry, Wayvin and BuddyTV Guide

U-verse TV gets social with help from Miso, TV Foundry, Wayvin and BuddyTV Guide originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 19 Oct 2011 05:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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U-verse on Xbox 360 is getting upgraded in November, but will require XBL Gold originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 09 Oct 2011 07:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Showtime launches Anytime streaming portal, social iPad app originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: AT&T Foundry grand opening in Palo Alto, California

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AT&T Foundry innovation center opens its doors in Palo Alto to help devs do what they do originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Mediaroom clients to bring Microsoft's TV platform everywhere this year originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Sep 2011 23:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Larry]

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Verizon, AT&T celebrate subscriber growth, new features rolled out in Q2 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 23 Jul 2011 16:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading ISP's agree on Copyright Alert System, plan to notify you to death for piracy infringements

ISP's agree on Copyright Alert System, plan to notify you to death for piracy infringements originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 08 Jul 2011 09:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading AT&T U-verse Troubleshoot and Resolve app brings tech support via set-top box

AT&T U-verse Troubleshoot and Resolve app brings tech support via set-top box originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading AT&T U-verse Total Home DVR adds pause/rewind live TV feature on multiroom extenders

AT&T U-verse Total Home DVR adds pause/rewind live TV feature on multiroom extenders originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 May 2011 15:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PSA: AT&T DSL and U-Verse landline internet caps begin tomorrow, if you can see this website originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 01 May 2011 13:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTbandwidthbroadbandcapcappedcappingcapsdatadata capsDataCapsDSLfeefeeslandlinelimitlimitedoveragetieredU VerseU-VerseUVerseSun, 01 May 2011 13:16:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T Masters Tournament coverage includes Multiview and mobile devices]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/06/atandt-masters-tournament-coverage-includes-multiview-and-mobile-d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/06/atandt-masters-tournament-coverage-includes-multiview-and-mobile-d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/06/atandt-masters-tournament-coverage-includes-multiview-and-mobile-d/#comments For the 2011 Masters Tournament AT&T U-verse has a Multiview app of its own to compete with DirecTV's offering, that can watch up to four different holes at once as well as pull up various background info on the golfers and leaderboard. One thing AT&T brings to the table that DirecTV doesn't is live viewing on mobile devices through U-Verse Live TV or computers with U-verse Online, to go along with the 3D coverage, standard channels and VOD highlights. Check out a quick demo of the interactive channel and how to use it above before the tournament gets under way tomorrow.

Continue reading AT&T Masters Tournament coverage includes Multiview and mobile devices

AT&T Masters Tournament coverage includes Multiview and mobile devices originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attespn 3dEspn3dgoldhdmastersmasters tournament 2011MastersTournament2011mobilemultiviewsportsstreamingu-verseu-verse live tvu-verse onlineU-verseLiveTvU-verseOnlineWed, 06 Apr 2011 14:21:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T will cap DSL and U-Verse internet, impose overage fees (update)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/13/atandt-will-cap-dsl-u-verse-internet-and-impose-overage-fees/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/13/atandt-will-cap-dsl-u-verse-internet-and-impose-overage-fees/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/13/atandt-will-cap-dsl-u-verse-internet-and-impose-overage-fees/#commentsLadies and gentlemen, the days of unlimited broadband may be numbered in the United States, and we're not talking wireless this time -- AT&T says it will implement a 150GB monthly cap on landline DSL customers and a 250GB cap on subscribers to U-Verse high speed internet starting on May 2nd. AT&T will also charge overage fees of $10 for every additional 50GB of data, with two grace periods to start out -- in other words, the third month you go over the cap is when you'll get charged. DSLReports says it has confirmation from AT&T that these rates are legitimate, and that letters will go out to customers starting March 18th.

How does AT&T defend the move? The company explains it will only impact two percent of consumers who use "a disproportionate amount of bandwidth," and poses the caps as an alternative to throttling transfer speeds or disconnecting excessive users from the service completely. Customers will be able to check their usage with an online tool, and get notifications when they reach 65 percent, 90 percent and 100 percent of their monthly rates.

We just spoke with AT&T representative Seth Bloom and confirmed the whole thing -- rates are exactly as described above, and the company will actually begin notifying customers this week. He also told us that those customers who don't yet have access to the bandwidth usage tool won't get charged until they do, and that AT&T U-Verse TV service won't count towards the GB cap.

Update: What prompted this change to begin with? That's what we just asked AT&T. Read the company's statement after the break.

Continue reading AT&T will cap DSL and U-Verse internet, impose overage fees (update)

AT&T will cap DSL and U-Verse internet, impose overage fees (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 13 Mar 2011 19:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTbandwidthbreaking newscapdataDSLfeefeesinternetlandlinelimitedlimitsoveragetieredU-VerseU-Verse TVU-verseTvunlimitedSun, 13 Mar 2011 19:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Xbox 360 IPTV rumors ride again with 'Project Orapa']]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/xbox-360-iptv-rumors-ride-again-with-project-orapa/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/xbox-360-iptv-rumors-ride-again-with-project-orapa/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/xbox-360-iptv-rumors-ride-again-with-project-orapa/#comments Just because Microsoft's Mediaroom IPTV service is finally supported on the Xbox 360 after years and years of expectations (as seen above) doesn't mean the rumor mill stops, with rumors surfacing of a "Project Orapa" that reportedly combines Xbox Live, Kinect and IPTV service all in one. ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley has heard from tipsters that it's related to the previously rumored Ventura multimedia project and will let subscribers to Mediaroom powered IPTV services like U-Verse use Kinect's gesture and voice recognition like ESPN3 already does to control their TV experience while Xbox users would get "more content." We should find out how much of this is reality and how it ties into previous rumors pretty quickly, since it's apparently going to be in testing this month, and available by the upcoming holiday season.

Xbox 360 IPTV rumors ride again with 'Project Orapa' originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T and Cisco have WiFi on the cable box backwards originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 06 Mar 2011 08:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTCiscoU-VerseWiFiSun, 06 Mar 2011 08:29:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-verse adds Fox Soccer Plus HD for $15 / month, 1 week free preview]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/21/atandt-u-verse-adds-fox-soccer-plus-hd-for-15-month-1-week-fre/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/21/atandt-u-verse-adds-fox-soccer-plus-hd-for-15-month-1-week-fre/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/21/atandt-u-verse-adds-fox-soccer-plus-hd-for-15-month-1-week-fre/#comments U-verse subscribers looking to catch the most exclusive soccer and rugby matches now have the opportunity to do so, since it's offering Fox Soccer Plus HD on channel 1653. Like other providers, it'll add a pretty steep $15 premium to your bill, but all can check out the channel's offerings for free through this weekend. Check the press release after the break for more details before you doublecheck your Premier and Champions League broadcast schedules.

Continue reading AT&T U-verse adds Fox Soccer Plus HD for $15 / month, 1 week free preview

AT&T U-verse adds Fox Soccer Plus HD for $15 / month, 1 week free preview originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attatt u-verseAttU-versefootballfox soccerfox soccer plusfox soccer plus hdFoxSoccerFoxSoccerPlusFoxSoccerPlusHdhdiptvrugbysocceru-verseMon, 21 Feb 2011 11:55:00 EST<![CDATA[Microsoft takes its patent infringement beef with TiVo to the ITC]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/microsoft-takes-its-patent-infringement-beef-with-tivo-to-the-it/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/microsoft-takes-its-patent-infringement-beef-with-tivo-to-the-it/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/24/microsoft-takes-its-patent-infringement-beef-with-tivo-to-the-it/#commentsThe patent fight between Microsoft/AT&T and TiVo has entered a new venue today now that Microsoft filed suit with the International Trade Commission to stop importation of TiVo's DVRs. WinRumors pinged Microsoft about the latest development and predictably found it's still interested in pursuing resolution through some sort of IP licensing deal, so we wouldn't worry too much about any of those Premieres being yanked off of shelves or cable company trucks. We'll have to wait and see what happens next, and also what Verizon may plan to do to resolve its own infringement issues with TiVo, but those interested can check out the filing itself embedded after the break.

Continue reading Microsoft takes its patent infringement beef with TiVo to the ITC

Microsoft takes its patent infringement beef with TiVo to the ITC originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 24 Jan 2011 20:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>atthdimportitclawsuitmediaroommicrosoftpatentpatent infringementPatentInfringementtivotivo premiereTivoPremiereu-verseMon, 24 Jan 2011 20:18:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T demos U-verse / smartphone integration, ComplemenTV iPad app at CES]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/atandt-demos-u-verse-smartphone-integration-complementv-ipad-ap/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/atandt-demos-u-verse-smartphone-integration-complementv-ipad-ap/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/05/atandt-demos-u-verse-smartphone-integration-complementv-ipad-ap/#comments Looks like AT&T will be pushing out more than just a dozen Android phones here at CES. During the outfit's Developer Summit, Peter Hill, VP of ecosystem and innovation, demonstrated how U-verse Mobile Application Development Technology can effectively enable a mobile device to interactively share media, content and apps with the TV. In theory, this could lead to the creation of apps that will enable AT&T customers to control more of the U-verse TV experience with their handsets, and possibly vice-versa. In his words, the tech "can easily connect mobile devices to set-top boxes via WiFi," and it'll complement DLNA with authentication. At the Summit, a brief demo saw an iPad app schedule a show and control the U-verse DVR, and a brand new option -- dubbed ComplemenTV -- took center stage. Essentially, the iPad was able to look at what channel was being viewed and then delivered relevant extra content on the iPad. Sounds more like an advertiser's dream than anything else, but we're holding out hope for more enticing uses in the near future. Unfortunately, no dates were given as to when this stuff would be rolled out, but the future's looking bright, anyway.

AT&T demos U-verse / smartphone integration, ComplemenTV iPad app at CES originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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U-verse subscribers with HBO and Cinemax can start getting their fix online now, since their U-verse login now access the HBO GO and MAX GO websites. According to the press release, HBO and Cinemax content will soon be accessible on U-verse Online as well, if you're not to clear on what having 1,200 hours of content at your fingertips from anywhere with internet access might be like, check out our eyes on from when the service launched on FiOS TV earlier this year.

Continue reading HBO GO, MAX GO now available on AT&T's U-verse

HBO GO, MAX GO now available on AT&T's U-verse originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attatt u-verseAttU-versecinemaxhbohbo goHboGohdinternet videoInternetVideomax goMaxGostreamingu-verseu-verse onlineU-verseOnlineMon, 29 Nov 2010 15:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Scripps Networks channels (Food, HGTV, etc.) restored to AT&T's U-Verse]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/scripps-networks-channels-food-hgtv-etc-restored-to-atandts/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/scripps-networks-channels-food-hgtv-etc-restored-to-atandts/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/07/scripps-networks-channels-food-hgtv-etc-restored-to-atandts/#commentsThat was fast. HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Cooking Channel and GAC are back on the dial for U-Verse customers now that parent company Scripps Networks and AT&T have worked out an agreement. Unfortunately, there's no fiery press release to remark on this time, AT&T's website only says that it's satisfied to reach a fair deal that "helps us with important strategic content initiatives." 'Nuff said.

[Thanks, Jay]

Continue reading Scripps Networks channels (Food, HGTV, etc.) restored to AT&T's U-Verse

Scripps Networks channels (Food, HGTV, etc.) restored to AT&T's U-Verse originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attcooking channelCookingChanneldiy networkDiyNetworkfood networkFoodNetworkgachdhgtvscrippsscripps networksScrippsNetworksu-verseSun, 07 Nov 2010 20:23:00 EST<![CDATA[U-verse loses HGTV, Food & other Scripps networks during latest carriage dispute]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/u-verse-loses-hgtv-food-and-other-scripps-networks-during-latest/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/u-verse-loses-hgtv-food-and-other-scripps-networks-during-latest/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/u-verse-loses-hgtv-food-and-other-scripps-networks-during-latest/#comments Well, we can't say we weren't warned. It appears AT&T and Scripps Networks have been unable to reach a price for the family of TV channels including HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Cooking Channel and GAC, resulting in them disappearing at 1 a.m. last night. Naturally, each side has issued press releases (included after the break) and put up websites accusing the other of being unreasonable, unfair, and undoubtedly being the cause of the mess though curiously this time around it's the content provider Scripps claiming U-verse refused an extension while negotiations continued. In the meantime, AT&T suggests subscribers check out TLC and others on a free preview to fill the gap -- we'll see how long that lasts, it's the real Bobby Flay or nothing where we come from.

Continue reading U-verse loses HGTV, Food & other Scripps networks during latest carriage dispute

U-verse loses HGTV, Food & other Scripps networks during latest carriage dispute originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attcarriagecarriage disputeCarriageDisputechannelsCooking ChannelCookingChanneldiy networkDiyNetworkfood networkFoodNetworkgachdhgtvscrippsscripps networksScrippsNetworksu-verseFri, 05 Nov 2010 12:08:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T unleashes fully featured U-verse Mobile apps for Android, Blackberry platforms]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/18/atandt-unleashes-fully-featured-u-verse-mobile-apps-for-android-b/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/18/atandt-unleashes-fully-featured-u-verse-mobile-apps-for-android-b/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/18/atandt-unleashes-fully-featured-u-verse-mobile-apps-for-android-b/#comments While its Windows Phone 7 devices are still on deck, owners of several Android models (Samsung Captivate(TM), HTC Aria, and soon the Motorola BRAVO[TM] and Motorola FLIPSIDE) and the Blackberry Curve 3G should have access to the U-verse Mobile apps iPhone (& Blackberry Torch) owners have been enjoying beginning today. Remote scheduling and downloads of select TV shows are the key features to look out for. The usual restrictions apply, requiring the U300 service package or higher for downloads while all the other features are available for all customers, but otherwise just keep an eye on the Market or App World to see when they pop up. Full details are in the press releases after the break.

Continue reading AT&T unleashes fully featured U-verse Mobile apps for Android, Blackberry platforms

AT&T unleashes fully featured U-verse Mobile apps for Android, Blackberry platforms originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidappsariaattblackberryblackberry curveblackberry curve 3gBlackberryCurveBlackberryCurve3gcaptivateflipsidefliputmarketmobileu-verseu-verse mobileU-verseMobileMon, 18 Oct 2010 13:57:00 EST<![CDATA[U-verse preps customers for carriage disputes and missing channels]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/u-verse-preps-customers-for-carriage-disputes-and-missing-channe/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/u-verse-preps-customers-for-carriage-disputes-and-missing-channe/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/12/u-verse-preps-customers-for-carriage-disputes-and-missing-channe/#comments Already involved in a carriage dispute with Hallmark Channel, AT&T's gotten out in front of a possible new carriage dispute with Scripps Networks Interactive by notifying customers what channels they could lose at month's end. Others are also on the block unless a new deal is worked out, including FamilyNet, EWTN and Bloomberg, but Scripps' DIY Network, Food Network, HGTV and others are the most notable. Our friends at ZatzNotFunny recently linked up a Bloomberg article detailing the rising number of retrans fee disputes and discussing the reasons behind them, as content providers and operators continue to try to squeeze profits out of their existing business model while still expanding into new ones, all without raising rates so rapidly customers complain.

[Thanks, Salman]

U-verse preps customers for carriage disputes and missing channels originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Oct 2010 15:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attcarriagediy networkDiyNetworkfood networkFoodNetworkhallmarkhdhgtvscrippsu-verseTue, 12 Oct 2010 15:37:00 EST<![CDATA[J.D. Power Television Service Satisfaction Survey finds cable lagging behind telcos, satellite]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/j-d-power-television-service-satisfaction-survey-finds-cable-la/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/j-d-power-television-service-satisfaction-survey-finds-cable-la/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/j-d-power-television-service-satisfaction-survey-finds-cable-la/#comments The numbers are in, and it looks like AT&T's U-verse (#1 in three regions) and Verizon's FiOS (#1 in the East) consistently outranked the competition in this year's J.D. Power Television Service Satisfaction Survey. The big news on the other end is that customer satisfaction with cable TV providers dropped from last year, lagging well behind satellite and telephone company providers. As far as why, it seems to be all about the Benjamins, people just aren't convinced they're getting enough value for TV bills that continue to get larger and those thinking of switching providers mostly cited price as the biggest reason. So is it just the overall economy that's got dollars and cents at the forefront or have bills and service fees with extra channels, DVRs, internet service and more expanded beyond all reasonable limits? Think it over while you check out more results and numbers in the press release after the break.

Continue reading J.D. Power Television Service Satisfaction Survey finds cable lagging behind telcos, satellite

J.D. Power Television Service Satisfaction Survey finds cable lagging behind telcos, satellite originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTcablefioshdj.d. powerJ.D. Power and AssociatesJ.D. Power SurveyJ.d.PowerJ.d.PowerAndAssociatesJ.d.PowerSurveysurveytelcotelevisiontelevision service satisfaction surveyTelevisionServiceSatisfactionSurveyu-verseverizonMon, 11 Oct 2010 14:49:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-verse Mobile preview]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/atandt-u-verse-mobile-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/atandt-u-verse-mobile-preview/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/atandt-u-verse-mobile-preview/#comments We just got a look at U-verse Mobile running live on Windows Phone 7. It looks just like every other Windows Phone 7 app, of course, but it looks like AT&T isn't cutting this thing off at the knees content-wise. From the phone you'll have access to your entire DVR for scheduling and checking the program guide, and you'll also be able to see any episodes you have recorded on your box. Within that view you can find a subset of shows that have been flagged by the content providers to allow streaming (free-for-all Sling this is not). Additionally, the phone can access a mobile version of U-verse's on demand deals over 3G WiFi, which should hopefully be comparable to Zune or iTunes offerings -- though we'll have to see the specifics to find out for sure. The show we were shown buffered quickly over WiFi and was able to skip around within the episode even faster. Check out the video walkthrough after the break.

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AT&T U-verse Mobile preview originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attimpressionspreviewu-verseu-verse mobileU-verseMobilevideowindows phone 7WindowsPhone7wp7 launchWp7LaunchMon, 11 Oct 2010 12:17:00 EST<![CDATA[Windows Phone 7 launch day app roundup]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/windows-phone-7-launch-day-app-roundup/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/windows-phone-7-launch-day-app-roundup/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/11/windows-phone-7-launch-day-app-roundup/#comments With thousands of developers churning out thousands of apps, we've no doubt exploring the Marketplace is going to be a full-time job for at least a day or two after you nab your Windows Phone 7 device this fall -- but with all the hullabaloo today, we thought this would be a good opportunity to highlight a few that Microsoft and its partners have been talking about recently. Dig in!

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Windows Phone 7 launch day app roundup originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, it looks like AT&T has a few surprises of its own today -- it's just announced that U-verse Mobile will be heading to Windows Phone 7 this fall and -- get this -- you don't even have to be a U-verse customer to use it. Non-customers will have to shell out $9.99 a month to get their mobile TV fix, however, while current U-verse users will be able to take advantage of the service for free -- it's also available nationwide, a first for a U-verse service. In other U-verse news, AT&T has also now confirmed earlier reports that you will be able to use your Xbox 360 as a U-verse receiver, although you'll obviously have to be a U-verse customer for that. New U-verse customers will be able to order a $99 Xbox kit that includes installation (but not the actual Xbox 360) starting October 15th, while existing customers will apparently have to buy the kit and shell out an additional $55 for installation. Head on past the break for the full press release and a quick video of the Windows Phone 7 app.

Continue reading AT&T brings U-verse to Windows Phone 7, Xbox 360

AT&T brings U-verse to Windows Phone 7, Xbox 360 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attu-verseu-verse mobileU-verseMobilevideowindows phoneWindowsPhonewp7wp7 launchWp7Launchxboxxbox 360Xbox360Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:09:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-verse customers can use Xbox 360 as a set-top box starting November 7th]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/atandt-u-verse-customers-can-use-xbox-360-as-a-set-top-box-startin/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/atandt-u-verse-customers-can-use-xbox-360-as-a-set-top-box-startin/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/07/atandt-u-verse-customers-can-use-xbox-360-as-a-set-top-box-startin/#comments If you'd given up hope of using your 360 to watch AT&T U-Verse after over three years of waiting, we wouldn't think any less of you; but for those still holding on to the dream of one less set-top box under the TV, this latest tip says the wait is all but over. As you can see from the internal memo above, a so-called Wired Release will roll out to AT&T U-Verse customers next Sunday, and it'll bring the long awaited feature with it (though you'll have to wait until November 7th for that particular aspect). This means AT&T U-verse customer's Xbox 360 will have a Dashboard app, and when launched, it'll let it function exactly like any other U-verse set-top. The only major catch is that it can't be the only set-top -- you'll need at least one DVR at another TV in the house to enjoy one of the four HD streams that could be funneled into your home. But hey, at least it's on the way, right?

Update: A second anonymous tipster has chimed in with some interesting slides -- looks like your Xbox will need a hard drive!

Gallery: Xbox 360 as AT&T U-Verse IPTV receiver, leaked guide



[Thanks, Anonymous]

AT&T U-verse customers can use Xbox 360 as a set-top box starting November 7th originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Oct 2010 19:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AT&T technical support tool suggests Xbox 360 will bring IPTV to U-Verse households soon originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ATTATT U-VerseAttU-verseexclusiveIPTVmediaroomMicrosoftset-top boxSet-topBoxU-VerseX360XboxXbox 360Xbox360Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:37:00 EST<![CDATA[U-verse Mobile 2.0 for iPhone available, combines downloadable TV shows with remote DVR access]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/09/u-verse-mobile-2-0-for-iphone-available-combines-downloadable-t/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/09/u-verse-mobile-2-0-for-iphone-available-combines-downloadable-t/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/09/u-verse-mobile-2-0-for-iphone-available-combines-downloadable-t/#comments Just as we'd heard it would, AT&T has officially launched version 2.0 of its iPhone app for U-Verse TV customers. Now dubbed U-Verse Mobile, it still allows users to manage and schedule DVR recordings on the go, but now has an updated UI, a favorite channels list, and most notably will allow users (with the U399 or U450 packages) to download a limited selection of shows directly to their phone. While that should make it easier to catch up with Lost, Grey's Anatomy or whatever other shows AT&T makes available while on the subway or otherwise out of streaming reach you won't be downloading your own DVR recordings, and you won't downloading any of them over 3G since that's WiFi only. While AT&T is loudly proclaiming it's the first to allow downloads, by comparison Dish already lets users Sling whatever they want from its 922 -- if they can get it to work right now. Check out the press release and a quick video demo after the break if you're still not exactly sure how all this will go down, or just go straight to iTunes and grab the free app right now. Blackberry Torch fans should keep an eye out too, since a compatible version is on the way -- no word yet on Android or webOS.

Gallery: AT&T U-verse Mobile for iPhone 2.0

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U-verse Mobile 2.0 for iPhone available, combines downloadable TV shows with remote DVR access originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appattiphoneu-verseu-verse mobileu-verse mobile 2.0U-verseMobileU-verseMobile2.0Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:28:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T U-verse Mobile launches on August 9, $75 iTunes credit if you sign up for a TV package]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/07/atandt-u-verse-mobile-launches-on-august-9-75-itunes-credit-if-y/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/07/atandt-u-verse-mobile-launches-on-august-9-75-itunes-credit-if-y/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/07/atandt-u-verse-mobile-launches-on-august-9-75-itunes-credit-if-y/#comments AT&T's been talking about its all-new U-verse Mobile app for the iPhone since CTIA back in March, and documents we've just received suggest that it's finally launching this coming Monday, August 9. What's the difference between this and the existing U-verse app that you can download right now? Well, the big one is that you'll be able to download 'from a library of hit TV shows' directly to your iPhone when you're connected to WiFi if you have a subscription to U-verse's U300 or U450 packages. Speaking of U300 and U450, if you're a new or existing iPhone customer and you sign up for one of those packages in an AT&T store between August 9 and November 6, they'll flip you a whopping $75 iTunes gift card for your trouble -- though you won't receive it for four to six weeks after activation, unfortunately. Check out the gallery below for all the juicy details.

[Thanks, anonymous tipster]

Gallery: AT&T U-verse Mobile launches Monday, $75 iTunes credit if you sign up for a TV package

AT&T U-verse Mobile launches on August 9, $75 iTunes credit if you sign up for a TV package originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>attexclusiveiphonemobileu-verseu-verse mobileU-verseMobileuverseSat, 07 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[AT&T's U-Verse trumpets second quarter gains, new features while sneaking in more HD streams]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/atandts-u-verse-trumpets-second-quarter-gains-new-features-while/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/atandts-u-verse-trumpets-second-quarter-gains-new-features-while/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/06/atandts-u-verse-trumpets-second-quarter-gains-new-features-while/#comments Judging by its own report, AT&T is proud to have grown U-Verse to 2.5 million TV customers while adding features like My Multiview, which lets users plug in four channels of their choice to watch at once, and the new Chicago Cubs branded Multiview app that enables local fans to view the main broadcast plus three of any six additional camera angles on one screen. But one of the biggest recent additions wasn't mentioned in these press releases, as it's quietly strengthened one of the weaknesses we've complained about most, increasing from two simultaneous HD streams per household to 3 (or 4, as pictured above by U-VerseUsers forum poster txskeets.) VP Jeff Weber tells us the upgrade covers the overwhelming majority of users, so watching ESPN in one room, Shark Week in another and DVRing iCarly all in high definition should be no problem now. We're still waiting to hear specifics about Xbox 360 and Windows Media Center tie-ins, but we'll make do with this item being checked off of the list for now.

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AT&T's U-Verse trumpets second quarter gains, new features while sneaking in more HD streams originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 14:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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