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Engadget HD Podcast 302 - 06.05.2012
E3 is under way this week, and early presentations from Microsoft and Nintendo has already given us plenty to talk about. Between the Xbox 360s enhanced set-top box suite of apps and SmartGlass second screen demos and the Wii U GamePad's IR control they're more a part of the home theater than ever. Also in the news is Apple TV, while we take a look at what's ahead from Ultra High Definition TV in 4K or 8K and even 3DTV. We'll even touch on our good friend / punching bag TiVo, while Lovefilm is finally in the streaming fight with HD video support. Closing things out this week are a few tweaks for the Netflix iOS app and an early peek at The Avengers on Blu-ray, followed by what we're watching on TV this summer. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:06:58 - Xbox 360 video gets 35 new content providers, 24/7 live ESPN video 00:14:50 - Internet Explorer coming to Xbox 360 this year, Kinect / voice integration and all 00:15:58 - Microsoft's SmartGlass gets official: app brings AirPlay-esque streams to Android, iOS and Windows Phone 00:22:23 - Microsoft enhances Xbox Live Bing Search with genre navigation, extends support to 12 additional countries 00:22:30 - Nintendo shows final Wii U Gamepad, TV remote app 00:26:30 - Tim Cook: 2.7 million Apple TVs sold already this year, TV is 'area of intense interest' 00:37:20 - aTV Flash (black) version 1.6 for Apple TV will serve subtitles and more to your couch 00:43:35 - Sony: 4K isn't just about the resolution 00:45:08 - 4K TV already being trialed by one UK broadcaster 00:50:30 - ITU lays out recommendations on 3DTV, Ultra High Definition TV standards 00:53:45 - TiVo shows a Q1 net loss of $20.8 million, will launch TV Everywhere web portal soon 00:58:00 - Cisco sues TiVo to nullify four DVR patents, claims TiVo's just a big meanie 01:00:55 - Engadget's summer gear guide 2012 01:04:30 - Lovefilm introduces HD streaming in the UK and Germany, adds another nail in mail rental coffin 01:05:30 - Netflix for iOS updated with a new player UI, support for alternate language audio and more 01:07:25 - Avengers Blu-ray preorders listed, including massive 10-disc Marvel Cinematic Universe set 01:10:00 - Must See HDTV (June 4th - 10th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 301 - 05.30.2012
As we kick off the 300+ episode era, we welcome a guest, Engadget's own Steve Dent, to talk about high frame rate 3D filmmaking and why (or if) we should be excited about it. Other big news in the week gone by are new developments in Amazon streaming as it launched on the Xbox 360, while Comcast's VOD is popping up on Android and more TiVos. Ultra HDTV is also closer to becoming a reality, while LG officially took the wraps off of its first OLED HDTV. We'll also dig into NBC's Olympics broadcast plans (good news for streaming, not great news for 3D), while the E.T. Blu-ray gets a trailer and we talk about what to watch for the summer. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Guest: Steve Dent (@Stevetdent) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:00:45 - Editorial: Despite shaky 48 fps Hobbit preview, high frame rates will take off 00:29:44 - Amazon Instant Video streaming is now live on the Xbox 360 00:34:05 - Amazon adds 'hundreds' of Paramount movies to Prime, signals a Clear and Present Danger to free time 00:37:43 - Comcast video on-demand comes to Boston area TiVo Premieres Monday 00:38:55 - Comcast Xfinity TV Player app brings VOD streaming to Android devices 00:42:45 - ITU meets to define 4K and 8K UHDTV parameters 00:49:23 - LG's 55-inch OLED TV gets official design, possible €9,000 price tag 00:53:24 - Silicon Image pushes new MHL 2.0 chips for phones and HDTVs with 1080p60 video, faster charging 00:54:20 - Sony-made Google TV units will come with Plex as standard 00:55:40 - How-To: XBMC 11 the XBMCbuntu way 00:56:36 - Nuance adds Rovi's metadata to Dragon TV, becomes annoyingly good at TV trivia 00:58:10 - NBC lays out 2012 London Olympics broadcast plan on TV, internet, apps and in 3D 01:11:07 - E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial Blu-ray trailer and box art pop up online (video) 01:13:10 - Must See HDTV (May 28th - June 3rd) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 300 - 05.22.2012
This week the Engadget HD podcast crew rolls the odometer over 300 episodes, but it's no big deal. Especially not when we've got new hardware and software from the likes of TiVo and Comcast to discuss during Cable Show 2012. Comcast is actually all over the news this week, with bandwidth policy changes and new features. Motorola won't be left behind either, showing off a new concept DreamGallery UI, while our old friend Moxi is even in the house with an update. Also up for discussion is whether or not 96k TrueHD audio sampling is worth getting excited over, Super Hi-Vision broadcasts and a new web streaming UI from Netflix. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:05:20 - TiVo's Stream transcoding box and IP connected extender make their debut at Cable Show 2012 00:16:07 - Comcast officially launches next-gen X1 DVR platform and iPhone remote app 00:22:18 - Comcast's 'Project Dayview' project does PDA duty across TV, phone, PC and tablet 00:24:50 - Comcast rethinks bandwidth caps, trials two new policies that involve higher 300GB monthly limits 00:28:45 - Comcast switches on Skype on Xfinity in Boston and Seattle today, eight more metros this week 00:31:00 - Comcast fires back over Xfinity TV on Xbox 360, says no way, no how it's violating net neutrality 00:33:27 - Motorola reinvents the TV interface with DreamGallery concept 00:39:43 - Arris reveals Moxi DVR release 2.0 with web browser, apps and iPad remote 00:42:12 - Time Warner Cable confirms HBO Go streaming is now available on Xbox 360, Samsung and Roku 00:45:50 - Dolby ups TrueHD lossless audio on Blu-ray to 96k, says every upsampled bit is amazing 00:53:44 - CableWiFi ties up 50,000 WiFi hotspots for cable subscribers to share 01:01:13 - This is what native 4K home cinema looks like on Sony's VPL-VW1000ES projector 01:02:15 - NHK makes first successful Super Hi-Vision OTA broadcast, man cave owners giggle with glee 01:08:15 - Netflix web streaming interface gets a new look with bigger icons, embedded previews 01:11:33 - Bond 50 22 movie Blu-ray collection details revealed, ships in September (video) 01:14:21 - Must See HDTV (May 21st - 27th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 299 - 05.15.2012
Episode number 299 comes in with a bang as automated commercial skipping makes its triumphant return to the DVR with Dish Network's "Auto Hop" and we also take a peek at the updated TiVo Premiere XL4. Also invading this week is a flood of OLED news, from production models delivered by Samsung and some tasty Panasonic / Sony team-up rumors. Also in the news is BBC's Sport app and WatchESPN on Comcast, while the return of Total Recall on Blu-ray is definitely reason to celebrate. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 03:38 - Dish Network adds 'Auto Hop' commercial skipping feature to its Hopper DVRs 12:26 - Dish Network Remote Access iPad app upgrade brings a new UI, more speed 16:42 - TiVo Premiere XL4 review 20:00 - TiVo Spring update brings new Netflix and YouTube experience 25:26 - Nuance takes credit for voice features inside Samsung's 2012 Smart TV lineup 31:35 - Samsung shows off production 55-inch OLED HDTVs at the 2012 World's Fair 33:30 - Panasonic racks up a record loss for 2012, looks forward to profits and a partner for OLED TVs 35:15 - Panasonic, Sony purportedly entering into OLED TV team-up, torrid love affair 35:45 - 'Hundreds' of Cablevision iO TV on-demand rentals now past 48 hours, procrastinators rejoice 36:09 - New DVD anti-piracy warning now packs double the nag 38:30 - BBC Sport app brings Olympics and more to Sony Bravia TVs, PlayStation 3 and Blu-ray players 42:08 - WatchESPN finally streams to Comcast customers, but not on Android 44:02 - Total Recall 'Mind-Bending' Blu-ray remembers a better looking video transfer July 31st 47:38 - Must See HDTV (May 14th - 20th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 298 - 05.08.2012
This week we've got plenty of Media Center news, tied up in an overall Microsoft-centric episode focused on its new subsidized Xbox 360 offer and plans for Windows 8. Fortunately, we've got the perfect guest on hand as the illustrious James Montemagno of Ceton joins us for this podcast. Once we're through talking consoles, extenders and mobile apps there's still more to discuss with new Google TV sets on the way, Comcast rolling out its upgraded DVR platform and much, much more. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Guest: James Montemagno (@JamesMontemagno) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:38:10 - Microsoft officially offering Xbox 360 4GB console for $99, two-year Live Gold subscription required 00:52:30 - Microsoft breaks down Windows 8's Media Center upgrade path, Dolby codec support 00:55:00 - Microsoft talks DVD, Media Center support in Windows 8 and why most won't miss it 01:05:55 - LG's Google TV-enabled sets coming to US end of May 01:10:05 - Amazon Studios expands into TV series, looks to load up on content for streaming 01:11:50 - Sony exec confirms IPTV aspirations, says they're on hold due to bandwidth caps 01:17:55 - Comcast VOD coming to Boston TiVos, next gen X1 DVR platform could launch there too 01:19:00 - Comcast earnings beat expectations for Q1 01:22:04 - Dish Network, AMC dispute could see the network's channels dropped this summer 01:24:40 - Yamaha outs RX-V773WA, RX-V673 receivers: AirPlay and 4K / 3D passthrough on board 01:27:10 - Must See HDTV (May 7th - 13th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 297 - 05.01.2012
This week's podcast runs a little longer than normal, but only because we've got so much to discuss. From Ben's review to the new Dish Hopper whole-home DVR to the latest Windows Media Center news from Ceton. There's a little bit of everything also, from talk of high-framerate 3D to Dolby's new Atmos surround sound setups, and even a juicy rumor about where TWC TV will touch down next. Just in case that's not enough, we pause to consider a future full of 145-inch 8K plasma TVs. Press play and come dream along with us. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:18:00 - Dish Hopper whole-home DVR review 00:37:30 - Ceton's Media Center mobile apps are for all, app and Echo extender beta signups open now 00:45:15 - Peter Jackson unfazed by 'Hobbit' footage pushback, but will stick to 24 fps for trailers 00:59:00 - Dolby's Atmos technology gives new meaning to surround sound, death from above 01:01:25 - Time Warner Cable is preparing for TWC TV IPTV streaming on Roku boxes 01:03:43 - Reuters: Apple in talks to stream films owned by Epix, no deal expected before September 01:04:50 - DirecTV Everywhere brings streaming movies, TV shows to Android right now, iPhone keeps waiting 01:07:13 - Panasonic teams up with NHK on 145-inch 8K Super Hi-Vision plasma TV 01:10:30 - Samsung's Q1 2012 profits nearly double year-over-year on higher margins for TVs and phones 01:11:00 - LG's Q1 2012 earnings show greater profits on strong TV, phone sales 01:12:43 - Sky considering launching Sky Sports 3D, one channel too small for three dimensions 01:13:50 - Star Trek: The Next Generation Season One Blu-ray beams down July 24th 01:17:50 - Must See HDTV (April 30th - May 6th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 294 - 04.10.2012
This week on the Engadget HD podcast it's not all about Netflix -- it just seems that way. The streaming company has new apps out on the Xbox 360 and coming to TiVo, but we're also going to be busy talking about surround sound and possible reasons why more people don't use it. Other streaming services were busy too, with Comcast opening up HBO Go on the Xbox 360, Amazon on the PS3 and Universal Studios in Apple's iCloud. Later on we'll check out a few new receivers and discuss what we'll be watching this week. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:18:43 - Netflix for Xbox 360 updates with better contrast and episode navigation 00:27:12 - Netflix explains its recommendation system 00:31:03 - Comcast confirms full HBO Go access on Xbox 360 coming next week 00:34:15 - TiVo Premiere updates coming with new Netflix and YouTube apps; Bay Area gets Comcast VOD 00:36:30 - Amazon Instant Video app for the PS3 brings both Prime subscriptions and VOD along 00:39:50 - Universal Studios' films now available on iCloud, Fox still grounded 00:41:57 - Paramount flicks are coming to YouTube and Google Play despite Viacom lawsuit 00:45:25 - London 2012 Olympics to get live 3D coverage from Eurosport and Sky 3D 00:55:08 - Voice Control for LG Smart TVs to roll out by end of April, Magic Remotes to require spit guards 01:07:38 - Pioneer adds two new Elite receivers to its 2012 lineup 01:12:28 - Yamaha RX-V573 and RX-V473 receivers include AirPlay integration, 4K passthrough 01:15:25 - Must See HDTV (April 9th - April 15th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 293 - 04.03.2012
This week we've got a fresh set of video apps for the Xbox 360, including Comcast Xfinity TV, HBO Go and MLB.tv. In a bit of a throwback session, we've also got some discussion concerning Windows Media Center (both in Windows 8 and the upcoming Ceton Q), Kaleidescape and even our old friend tru2way checking in from the Great White North. After that we've got some businessy news to take care of and a quick heads up for HDTV shoppers before we talk about what we've been watching (hint: Lilyhammer.) Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:11:25 - Xbox 360 apps now live for Comcast Xfinity TV, HBO Go and MLB.tv 00:25:00 - Ceton's Q DVR companion app for Windows Phone gets detailed tour 00:29:48 - Media Center to live in a separate version of Windows 8? 00:36:45 - Kaleidescape DVD servers granted a temporary stay 00:42:53 - Seas0npass tethered jailbreak now available for Apple TV 2s running iOS 5.1 00:44:38 - Tribune stations nationwide including WGN America go dark on DirecTV 00:47:05 - Verizon's CEO has a plan for wireless pay-TV, if the government will allow it 00:50:00 - Canada's Videotron finally delivers tru2way-based illico TV HD DVRs 00:53:15 - DirecTV's latest HD interface comes to the five tuner HR34 DVR 00:54:00 - Samsung Display spinoff officially launches as 'the world's largest display manufacturer' 00:58:15 - Flat-panel TV shipments to fall for the first time ever in 2012? 01:00:30 - PSA: Real LCD HDTV refresh rates are getting harder to find behind marketing fluff 01:06:00 - Must See HDTV (April 2nd - April 8th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 292 - 03.27.2012
No guests this week, just us but we've got a quick and dirty podcast with news of TiVo's latest DVR plus some freshly updated iPad apps from Netflix and DirecTV. The Xbox 360 has its own new apps to deliver as well, while Sky is still creeping towards a different kind of pay-TV service with its upcoming Now TV. Home automation heads will be interested in the Motorola Connected Home Gateway that appears to be right around the corner, and we've also got a quick look at the latest legal developments for Aereo. Finally, we'll check in with the latest TV and Blu-ray releases this week -- press play and see if we can get Ben caught up on Game of Thrones in time for the season premiere. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 06:37 - TiVo Premiere 500GB coming Sunday along with lower prices for service, XL and Elite DVRs 09:30 - TiVo sues Time Warner Cable, Motorola Mobility in fresh patent assault 12:00 - Microsoft and TiVo agree to drop ongoing patent suits, we ask the world to follow 14:55 - Netflix iPad app upgraded with Retina quality icons and images now, HD video soon 19:27 - DirecTV iPad app adds (some) TV and movie streaming 'Everywhere' 21:40 - BBC iPlayer app finally launches for all UK Xbox 360s 24:08 - Sky dubs upcoming internet TV service 'Now TV', chases those currently without pay-TV 25:45 - Xbox 360's Comcast Xfinity TV app in beta testing, won't count against data caps when it launches 29:00 - Motorola Connected Home Gateway home automation all-in-one hits the FCC with Verizon tags 31:02 - Aereo countersues broadcasters over its internet TV streaming service 33:36 - Must See HDTV (March 26th - April 1st) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 291 - 03.20.2012
We've got a few special treats for you this week, as podcast listener and frequent commenter Andrew Beck joins us on the show. Later on, we have an interview with DTS VP of Corporate Strategy and Development David McIntyre stops by to discuss the latest developments with Ultraviolet and the Common File Format. Of course, there's also a lot of HD news to cover this week, as the 1080p Apple TV arrived, Dish launched its latest multiroom DVR and Aereo's streaming TV service jumped in the game. There's plenty more to talk about, so press play and bask in the sound of a (welcome) third party's opinion. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Guest: Andrew Beck (@arbeck) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:24:17 - Walmart in-store disc to digital UltraViolet conversion gets official 00:34:57 - Dish Network starts rolling out Hopper / Joey multiroom DVR setup today 00:45:07 - A closer look at Apple TV's software update and 1080p movies 00:48:00 - iTunes movies in 1080p: less than or equal to Blu-ray image quality? 00:51:00 - Apple TV (2012) gets torn down, confirmed to have 512MB of RAM, 8GB of storage 00:53:17 - Apple to announce plans for its $100 billion cash reserves tomorrow morning 00:54:30 - Pioneer launches its 2012 VSX AV receivers lineup, available now starting at $249 00:59:14 - HBO GO teases vocal controls via Kinect, coming soon to Xbox 360 01:02:42 - Discovery shows hit Amazon Prime Instant Video 01:05:20 - TiVo co-founder, CTO Jim Barton resigns 01:06:32 - Google gets go ahead to provide video services to all Kansas City residents 01:08:21 - Intel plans branded IPTV service, could launch by end of 2012 01:10:28 - Time Warner Cable brings 26 local NYC channels to iOS app, website 01:12:07 - Sky Sports for iPad 2.0 launches with live TV streaming, F1 Race Control companion 01:13:55 - Aereo TV broadcast-streaming service launching today 01:15:05 - Must See HDTV (March 19th - 25th) 01:27:33 - David McIntyre Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 290 - 03.14.2012
The new iPad and Apple TV are not only finally official, they're also both full HD-ready for the first time. As such, they're leading off this week's (slightly late-arriving, hopefully that hasn't completely ruined your scheduled listening plans) podcast, while we round out our Apple coverage with a look at the new iCloud-enabled wrinkle applied to the iTunes Digital Copy feature. Samsung and Panasonic are rolling out their newest HDTVs, Blu-ray players and audio systems, while Plex and MythTV continue to push new versions of their media player software. Of course, we're still not sure what the future could hold for Netflix and Big Cable, or Google's plans for Motorola's cable box business, but we'll consider the possibilities and much more in this week's podcast. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:08:30 - The new iPad is official, with Retina display 00:15:45 - Super High Aperture: it's why the new iPad's Retina display is so dense 00:17:55 - Apple reveals 1080p Apple TV: $99, arrives March 16th 00:25:00 - Netflix on new Apple TV supports 1080p, all boxes get integrated signup and pay via iTunes 00:29:00 - Apple TV update takes Digital Copy to the iCloud 00:37:50 - Fox and Universal titles blocked from Apple TV's iCloud, HBO is the culprit 00:48:19 - NCAA March Madness Live app comes to iOS, Android by tourney tip-off 00:53:15 - Panasonic details US availability for 25 of its 2012 HDTVs 00:57:34 - Panasonic prices 2012 Blu-ray lineup, high-end units due in May 00:59:00 - Samsung details pricing and availability for its 2012 Smart TV lineup 01:00:17 - Samsung unleashes Smart Touch Remote and Wireless Keyboard 01:06:10 - MythTV turns 0.25, is actually ten in human years 01:08:03 - Netflix is in talks to partner with cable providers for bundles 01:17:30 - Google Play replaces Android Market, new source for apps, books, movies and music 01:19:27 - Plex Media Server upgraded, Google TV app gets a reboot 01:23:11 - Google reportedly considering sell-off of Motorola's set-top box business 01:28:26 - Must See HDTV (March 12th - 18th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 289 - 03.06.2012
We're caught in the middle between Microsoft and Apple announcements this week, but we'll try and make the best of it. The Windows 8 Consumer Preview has hit the streets and word is Media Center is present and accounted, so of course we have to take a look. Afterwards, we dig into the latest digital movie news and the least surprising lawsuit of the week. We've also got an interesting Android dongle and the much-anticipated arrival of the Indiana Jones movies on Blu-ray. Our final question this week: Is Ben the only person in America who still listens to the radio? Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:10:15 - Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview detailed impressions 00:20:09 - HBO Go coming to Xbox 360 on April 1st 00:23:15 - WSJ: Walmart to offer in-store disc to digital UltraViolet service 00:27:12 - Fox, Warner, SanDisk and Western Digital's Project Phenix: promotes DRM, misspelling 00:29:58 - TV stations predictably sue Aereo over antenna-to-internet streaming plans 00:37:10 - Netflix Watch Instantly's life after Starz includes Academy Award winners, more captions 00:41:03 - Always Innovating HDMI Android dongle gets an ICS update, we swing by for a taste (video) 00:46:33 - FCC puts Dish Network's LTE plans on hold, opts for a longer review 00:48:06 - Redbox deal with Universal keeps DVDs, Blu-rays on 28-day delay through 2014 00:53:46 - The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection finally brings the entire set home in HD this fall 00:57:05 - Must See HDTV (March 5th - 11th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 288 - 02.28.2012
Despite the flood of phone and tablet news coming in from Mobile World Congress we have found a few HD related tidbits for this week's podcast. Thanks to Comcast, TiVo and Moxi there's plenty going on in streaming and DVR news, while Google Fiber is preparing its entry in Kansas City. Netflix fans should definitely pay attention, as there's only a few hours left until Starz Play titles are gone for good. We've also got a review of the Hauppauge Broadway, listen in to see how it compares to the SlingBox competition. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:17:44 - Comcast to launch Xfinity Streampix streaming video service, challenge Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon 00:24:01 - Starz Play movies disappear from Netflix streaming this week 00:25:36 - Samsung Galaxy Beam hands-on at MWC 2012 00:28:52 - Lumigon's T2 smartphone wants to control your TV, obey your commands 00:30:00 - Lumigon T2 hands-on at MWC 2012 (video) 00:31:40 - Google, Microsoft and Netflix want DRM-like encryption in HTML5 00:34:35 - Hauppauge Broadway review 00:39:15 - TiVo releases Q4 results, announces transcoder and IP set-top box on the way 00:46:35 - TiVo software coming to Pace set-top boxes 00:53:41 - Moxi whole-home six tuner DVR on its way to WOW! customers 00:56:44 - Google Fiber just got better? Big G asks for permission to provide video service to Kansas City 01:09:08 - Must See HDTV (February 27th - March 4th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 287 - 02.21.2012
Welcome to a special President's Day Engadget HD podcast (ok, not that special) where we kick things off with last week's hot button topic: universal pricing. Is a forced even playing field between online and B&M retailers fair, or harmful to the consumer? You guys sounded off in the comments, so we took another look at Samsung's plan for its 2012 HDTVs. We've also got plenty of HTPC news, with InfiniTV access on more platforms, a new round of arguments between Boxee and the NCTA and Kinect for Media Center. It's also time to say hello to Aereo -- even if we think it may not be long for this world -- before taking a look at the latest receivers from Onkyo and what's on TV this week. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:23:45 - BBC 3D London Olympics plans include one live sporting event, daily highlights 00:28:43 - Premium cable TV comes to XBMC, GoodPlayer and more via InfiniTV 4 tuner 00:34:50 - Boxee and the NCTA debate if ClearQAM is good for us 00:40:00 - March Madness streams to more platforms in 2012, but not everything is free 00:42:56 - Blockbuster On Demand pulls back from TiVo and others, is it on its way out? 00:47:15 - HBO Go rolls out to most Samsung Smart HDTVs -- but not through all providers 00:52:46 - Xbox 360 system update gets its colors in order, makes it mandatory 00:55:01 - Kinect for Media Center released, why not wave and shout at your HTPC? 00:57:03 - Comcast slows the flood of video customer losses in Q4 2011 00:58:24 - Time Warner Cable's TWC TV launches for PC, brings live TV streaming to the desktop 01:01:04 - Aereo puts TV antennas in the cloud, streams OTA broadcasts on the internet 01:05:04 - Onkyo debuts new entry level receivers, HTIBs for 2012 01:09:30 - Must See HDTV (February 20th - 26th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 286 - 02.14.2012
We're back with 2012's first post-football Engadget HD podcast. How will we survive in these harsh, unforgiving lands? We're not sure, but there's still plenty of news to discuss including the latest rumors from Google and Apple, and pricing info on some of 2012's most anticipated HDTVs. Not happy with your current cable company-provided DVR? Announcements from Virgin Media and Arris have some good news/ bad news for you, but for all that and the rest, just press play. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:01:42 - Virgin Media's Q4 2011 report: Brits love TiVo 00:05:23 - Arris brings Moxi HD DVR sales to an end, plans to cut off guide data after 2013 00:13:30 - AT&T U-Verse iPad app combines DVR control and companion features 00:20:17 - Roku adds BBC iPlayer channel as it starts shipping in the UK 00:21:30 - 2012 HDTV pricing leaks out for Panasonic, Sony, Sharp and Samsung 00:30:49 - Google reportedly working on wireless home entertainment system 00:34:00 - Google TV Facebook page teases new announcement (Update: It's a new YouTube app) 00:36:17 - Super Bowl internet debut breaks records, disappoints some viewers 00:43:10 - Disney considering 28-day rental window 00:53:45 - Amazon, Viacom deal brings more TV shows to Prime 00:57:54 - Globe and Mail reveals early details on Apple iTV 01:06:46 - Must See HDTV (February 13th - 19th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 285 - 02.07.2012
It's been a busy week in HD, with surprising new streaming offerings on the way from the likes of Sky and Verizon / Redbox, while Apple and Google each also pushed more minor updates to their TV boxes. Vizio is nearly ready to release a new format of HDTV in the US, and we also got some hands on time with a new TV companion app for your iPad. Of course, we couldn't get through this week without some discussion about the Super Bowl, which includes mentioning a server outage that interrupted things for Harmony Link users. There's that and plenty more to discuss, so go ahead and press play -- but remember to vote for the 2011 Engadget Awards first. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:09:52 - Verizon and Redbox team up to launch streaming and physical media service later this year 00:21:00 - Sky will launch an internet based TV service in the UK in the first half of 2012 00:24:55 - Redbox refuses to push Warner movie delay to 56 days, will rent flicks as they go on sale 00:27:45 - Netflix teams with eyeIO to lower bandwidth use on movie night 00:30:06 - Apple TV gets into video discovery, adds movie and TV show Genius Recommendations 00:34:19 - Google TV 3.2 update enhances HLS video streaming support, Plex update takes advantage 00:34:30 - Sony Google TV gets update this week, brings speedier Chrome and 3D Blu-ray support 00:35:35 - Boxee desktop app being removed from servers tonight, get it while you can 00:37:13 - ConnecTV social companion beta launches for iPad, PC and Mac 00:47:10 - Vizio reveals $3,499 price for its 58-inch ultrawidescreen HDTV 00:52:30 - Upgraded DirecTiVos from WeaKnees are on deck 00:56:44 - Server outage turns Harmony Link into a paperweight 01:00:35 - Martin Scorsese's 'Hugo' Blu-ray 3D set for release February 28th -- 3D haters beware 01:11:00 - Vote for the 2011 Engadget Awards! 01:11:25 - Must See HDTV (February 6th - 12th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 284 - 01.31.2012
It's earnings season, which adds a businessy angle to this week's Engadget HD podcast but that's not dimming our spirits when we've got new Harmony remotes from Logitech on the (distant) horizon. Verizon, Netflix and Apple also have numbers to talk about, but if spreadsheets aren't your thing we've also got our impressions of the Boxee Box Live TV dongle and advice ahead of Super Bowl XLVI this weekend. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:02:10 - Logitech's Q3 2012 report confirms Revue is sold out, Harmony remote refresh 'in the coming months' 00:05:43 - Verizon releases Q4 results, sees jump in revenue, broadband subscribers, net loss 00:13:09 - Netflix Q4 results: 220k new streaming-only customers, beats earnings estimates 00:21:20 - Tim Cook says Apple TV is still 'a hobby,' can't live without it 00:25:06 - Switched On: You tell me it's the institution 00:35:47 - Paramount Movies lets you stream UltraViolet films from the cloud, for a price 00:44:40 - WealthTV 3D joining handful of 3D networks 01:01:30 - Boxee Box Live TV starts shipping, Boxee 1.5 software update now rolling out 01:08:52 - Totally blow out the big game! Super Bowl XLVI 01:16:36 - Must See HDTV (January 30th - February 5th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 283 - 01.24.2012
Rested and recovered after CES, we're back, and where else to get started but...CES. A quick roundup covers some of our favorite products from the show, before we dive into the latest news from Netflix and Hulu. TiVo is also in the news with some interesting DVR stats and wide rollout of its latest update, while Time Warner has finally squeezed its live TV streaming app down to fit iPhones. We even found some time to peek into the future of mobile TV, but to find out what else was on deck, check out the list of topics below or just sit back and press play. Get the podcast [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3). [RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes. [RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace [MP3] Download the show (MP3). Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc) Producer: Trent Wolbe 00:02:25 - CES 2012: HDTV and connected devices round-up 00:10:11 - Microsoft acknowledges Xbox 360 color space problem in last update 00:19:30 - Netflix is looking for a new Chief Marketing Officer, if you think you can do better 00:23:08 - Hulu CEO recaps the year 2011: 1.5 million on Hulu Plus, no new owner 00:31:15 - TiVo users watch less Live TV than everyone else 00:35:53 - TiVo Premiere updates rolling out to the masses 00:39:14 - Time Warner Cable app streams live TV to iPhones, no longer iPad-only 00:40:40 - LG's Magic Remote is powered by Nuance 00:43:20 - Comcast's connected cable box making a run at the FCC? 00:46:19 - Sports Fans Coalition motivated the FCC to review its NFL blackout rules 00:50:00 - Hands-on with Dyle Mobile TV, broadcasting live to a handset near you 00:58:02 - HDNet joins up with AEG, CAA and Ryan Seacrest to become AXS TV this summer 01:02:00 - Comcast's extra ads ruin NFC championship game conclusion in some areas 01:07:48 - Must See HDTV (January 23rd - 29th) Hear the podcast LISTEN (MP3) LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 282: CES 2012 - 01.13.2012
As CES comes to a close, we've got the second and final Engadget HD Podcast of the show ready for your listening (and viewing) pleasure. The guys of Ceton Corp were good enough to stop by, and they brought their slick six tuner Windows Media Center Embedded DVR and extender boxes with them. After that, we moved on to the rest of the things we've seen here in Las Vegas, including the latest from TiVo, the new LG and Vizio Google TV hardware, Ultraviolet, gesture control and even the fight that broke out on the CES show floor (in the ring, it was a promo for ESPN 3D).Get the podcast[iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3).[RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes.[RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator[Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace[MP3] Download the show (MP3).Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc)Guests: Jeremy Hammer (CTO, Ceton @JeremyHammer), James Montemagno (@JamesMontemagno), Michael Welter (@Mikinho)Producer: Trent Wolbe00:00:50 - Ceton previews multi-room DVR and Echo extender (hands-on)00:27:10 - Boxee Box Live TV dongle hands-on (video)00:28:50 - Updated TiVo Netflix, YouTube interfaces and iPad streaming hands-on00:33:00 - Samsung's Smart TV and Blu-ray players will be first to get FiOS TV App00:33:30 - Samsung shows off integrated TV streaming apps and DirecTV RVU... again00:34:00 - Verizon FiOS TV app to deliver VOD and live HD to LG TVs00:36:20 - Panasonic HDTVs show off Time Warner Cable IPTV app with live streaming channels, DVR access00:39:10 - The Engadget Interview: Google TV Product Manager Rishi Chandra at CES 2012 (video)00:39:36 - LG Google TV and Magic Remote Qwerty hands-on00:40:50 - Vizio ultrawidescreen, Google TV and Cinema 3D HDTV hands-on00:44:00 - Samsung Smart Interaction gesture controlled HDTV demo (video)00:46:25 - Amazon, Rovi, Flixster and Samsung highlight UltraViolet's CES press event00:46:50 - Samsung outs compact BD-ES6000 Blu-ray player, less compact ES6500, get down with UltraViolet00:47:30 - Panasonic unveils Infinite Black Ultra Panel plasmas for 2012 (eyes-on)00:50:50 - LCD vs Plasma00:51:30 - Sharp 8K Super Hi-Vision LCD, 4K TV and Freestyle wireless LCD HDTV hands-on00:53:50 - Behind the scenes with live ESPN 3D boxing at CES 2012Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 281: CES 2012 - 01.11.2012
We're live and in your faces from CES 2012, with our first podcast, including video taken right on the AOL / Engadget stage between North and Central hall. We had plenty to discuss, from Dish's big announcements to Ceton's too-good-to-be-true embedded Media Center DVR. There's all kinds of new display tech floating around, and the streaming video market is as murky as ever. Join us as we give our opinions on all this intrigue and try to keep up with the flood of CES news by pressing play, or check after the break for the embedded video. Also, check back Thursday night at 11PM ET for another live video podcast directly from the show floor.Get the podcast[iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in iTunes (MP3).[RSS - AAC] Enhanced feed, subscribe to this with iTunes.[RSS - MP3] Add the Engadget HD Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator[Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast directly in the Zune Marketplace[MP3] Download the show (MP3).Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc)Producer: Trent Wolbe00:00:47 - Dish Network announces Hopper DVR system, Joey set-top box, launches broadband, Test Drive services00:01:21 - Dish Network Hopper DVR and Joey extender hands-on00:04:30 - Dish Hopper multi-room DVR in action (video)00:08:37 - Ceton previews multi-room DVR and Echo extender (hands-on)00:11:55 - Samsung 2012 SmartTVs will access DirecTV without a set top box, minimalists rejoice00:13:25 - Netflix: Warner Bros. movies now available after 56 day delay00:16:05 - Amazon, Rovi, Flixster and Samsung highlight UltraViolet's CES press event00:18:24 - Flixter comes to Viera Connect, gives Panasonic fans more movie access00:18:28 - Samsung outs compact BD-ES6000 Blu-ray player, less compact ES6500, get down with UltraViolet00:22:20 - Sony's 2012 lineup of Blu-ray players, one with 4K00:23:50 - Sony fights the OLED future with new 'Crystal LED' prototype (Update: Hands-on!)00:24:43 - LG's 55-inch 'world's largest' OLED HDTV eyes-on00:25:10 - Sharp to deliver first 80-inch Quattron 3DTV, 20 more new HDTVs00:26:10 - Samsung has Smart TVs with dual core CPUs, cameras and more00:27:12 - Vizio's CES 2012 HDTV lineup includes 3D, Google TV and ultrawidescreen... again00:29:10 - Roku Streaming Stick hands-on00:29:40 - Toshiba's to release four new Blu-ray players in 201200:31:40 - Sony's second try at Google TV brings Blu-ray player, streaming box and a new remote (Update: hands-on!)00:32:55 - Boxee Box Live TV dongle hands-on (video)00:33:52 - Microsoft bringing Comcast Xfinity TV to Xbox 360, nails down News Corp. partnership00:34:30 - ESPN 3D BCS Championship demo eyes-on00:41:08 - Myspace TV announced for Panasonic Viera Connect-enabled HDTVsHear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
