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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)
Engadget HD Podcast 280 - 12.27.2011
This is the last EHD podcast of the year and the last until we're on the ground at CES, so next week will be one of our rare misses -- we'll make it up to you, we promise. Until then, there's plenty of news to tide us over as LG, Sony and Samsung have all been busy with pre-CES teases of their latest technology. Also seeing a lot of action is the mobile remote apps segment, while newcomer RUWT?! has our attention, Roku, DirecTV, Western Digital, Logitech and Control4 all also had something to contribute. Verizon also has a new media server DVR replacement to talk about, while HBO Go has extended its reach to all major cable providers and the Super Bowl will be streaming online for the first time. We'll check in again from Vegas in a few days, until then press play and have a happy New Year!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 Wolbe00:16:57 - So, what'd you get?00:20:17 - DirecTV HDUI is rolling out across the land, iPad app adds 12 more live streaming channels00:22:28 - Verizon FiOS TV's new media server scheduled for late 201200:27:06 - It's not TV, it's HBO Go, and it's finally coming to Cablevision00:29:15 - Super Bowl to be streamed online and to Verizon phones for the first time00:35:00 - Boxee 1.5 nears release, will be final desktop version00:36:45 - Roku brings v3.1 software update to first-gen boxes, Amazon Instant Video channel gets refaced00:38:00 - WD TV Live, Live Hub get an official iOS remote app, Vudu streaming and more00:40:45 - Logitech Harmony Link app gets customization-focused iPhone, Android update00:41:30 - Control4 MyHome app takes up residence on Android while Android@Home is out of town00:42:33 - Are You Watching This?! sports tracker for Android adds remote control for DirecTV, TiVo, Google TV00:47:25 - Sony divisions to elope in Vegas, celebrate the marriage of Television and Internet at CES 201200:48:57 - LG's Magic Remote enables voice control for its smart TVs00:52:30 - LG's 55-inch 'world's largest' OLED HDTV panel is official, coming to CES 201200:54:13 - Sony sells its stake in Samsung LCD team-up for $939 million00:55:15 - Samsung releases CES 2012 teaser, hints at upcoming Smart TV products (video)00:57:42 - Engadget Primed: ports, connectors and the future of your TV's backside00:59:50 - Must See HDTV (December 26th - January 1st)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 279 - 12.20.2011
The future of TV has become a theme as of late, and this week Ben's editorial puts the topic front and center. We'll paw through what's wrong and possible solutions on the horizon including the latest Apple rumors, a new deal for the NFL and Channel Master's OTA DVR / streaming video combo box. Other hardware is also encroaching on the living room, so we'll also take a peek at the latest Xbox Live updates and a new iPhone remote for Roku. Press play for all that and more, including the (sad) state of our fantasy football efforts and what's on TV over the holiday break.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 Wolbe00:04:35 - What's wrong with TV, and what it might take to change it00:27:43 - Apple reportedly discussing its 'vision for the future of TV' with media execs00:35:50 - NFL renews TV deals with CBS, Fox, NBC for nine more years, money reportedly involved00:43:40 - Avatar special edition takes another dip on iTunes Tuesday, brings exclusive extras00:46:58 - Time Warner finally cuts a deal for HBO Go streaming, launches 'in the next month'00:49:40 - YouTube, Verizon FiOS TV and more video services roll out to Xbox Live00:57:30 - Gamers spending more time streaming video to their consoles, Nielsen finds01:00:47 - Roku's official iPhone remote app is available, has gesture control and channel selection for all01:04:20 - Netflix updates iOS app with new iPad-optimized interface01:09:49 - Channel Master TV review01:13:09 - FCC tells advertisers to CALM down, lowers the volume on commercial breaks01:14:00 - Roku 2, LT update adds support for both MKVs and an upcoming official iOS remote app01:14:55 - Must See HDTV (December 19th - 25th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 278 - 12.13.2011
The DirecTiVo has arrived, and most shockingly, the world has not ended before we get a chance to talk about it. There's plenty of new tech on deck for this week's podcast, as the new Xbox 360 dashboard has finally rolled out, 4K displays are hitting the streets and the Logitech Revue finally received an upgrade to Honeycomb. Speaking of Google TV, Eric Schmidt had a bold prediction at Le Web 2011 -- press play to see if we're buying what he's selling.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 Wolbe10:00 - DirecTV's TiVo ready to return December 8th in a few markets16:53 - Verizon planning streaming video service, gets ready to take on Netflix17:50 - Verizon rumored to be working with Redbox on its internet video streaming service18:53 - Logitech Revue Android 3.1 upgrade starts rolling out (Update: It's official)19:31 - Google's Eric Schmidt sees Google TV embedded in most new TVs by summer of 201226:43 - Xbox 360 fall dashboard update 'slightly' delayed (update: it's live!)32:35 - Fall Xbox 360 Dashboard update brings WTV file support, but don't get too excited35:00 - Dish Network surfaces as possible Plan B for T-Mobile if AT&T merger falls through36:09 - Sharp nearing 1 million big-screen TV sales in North America, expanding global market37:43 - Toshiba 55X3 4K 3DTV launches December 10th in Japan, no glasses necessary39:01 - JVC's Procision, Reference Series projectors now available, replete with '4K precision'40:10 - Westinghouse is bringing new LED HDTVs to CES, acronym lovers reportedly 'delighted'41:18 - Hulu 'Face Match' feature attaches an actor's entire history to their mug43:58 - Must See HDTV (December 12th - 18th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 277 - 12.06.2011
We've been talking about initiatives with the potential to change how we watch TV and now, one of them is finally ready to launch. We spent a lot of time going over Microsoft's new dashboard for the Xbox 360 and what it could, but probably won't, do to the market. Of course the folks in Redmond aren't the only ones with something to show as we also cast an eye towards new iPad apps from Dijit and Cox, as well as the possibility we'll see DirecTV's HR34 Home Media Center DVR this week. Other topics include the cable companies getting out of wireless, Lovefilm switching from Flash to Silverlight, and Time Warner's tablet app arriving on Android. As usual we close out with our picks of what to watch this week, so press play and see if you agree with our choices,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 Wolbe00:03:09 - Xbox 360 Dashboard update review (fall 2011)00:03:50 - Xbox 360's new video services won't all launch right away; Comcast, Verizon, and HBO Go delayed00:12:15 - Xbox Companion app for WP7 will launch alongside the new dashboard December 6th00:39:00 - DirecTV's new five tuner HR34 Home Media Center DVR ready to launch December 8th?00:45:29 - Hands-on with Dijit's universal remote app for iPad00:51:07 - Cox TV Connect app brings more live cable TV streaming to iPads00:55:00 - Time Warner Cable's tablet app available for Android, live TV streaming still iPad only00:53:56 - BBC brings global iPlayer iPad app to Canada, one step closer to the US00:55:09 - Lovefilm's movie streaming will switch from Flash to Silverlight on PCs in 201200:57:53 - Verizon scores new spectrum from Comcast, Time Warner and Bright House for $3.6 billion (update)01:00:29 - Kogan advertises Samsung LCDs in its HDTVs, Samsung would rather not take credit01:02:09 - Lenovo trudging into the smart TV arena, plans LeTV launch in Q1 2012 (update: aka IdeaTV)01:04:39 - Must See HDTV (December 5th - 11th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 276 - 11.29.2011
Even with the holiday break, it's been a busy week and we've got plenty to discuss including some long-awaited events, like a new HD guide from Comcast, the DirecTiVo, and SlingPlayer for Boxee Box. That's not all however, since we're just a week away from Microsoft's latest assault on the living room with the new Xbox 360 dashboard, and with CES just over a month away rumors are heating up including news about Samsung and Google TV. We've also got our holiday shopping guide for 2011 to talk about, so check out that list and what we're watching over the next week and add in your suggestions in the comments below.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 Wolbe05:23 - Revamped Xbox 360 dashboard to launch on December 6th, Microsoft confirms16:50 - Microsoft acquires VideoSurf, promises to bring better video search and discovery to Xbox Live20:02 - Comcast shows off its new 'Barcelona' HD guide upgrade25:07 - TiVo Q4 results bring first sub growth in years, DirecTiVo is imminent30:32 - Samsung in 'last-stage talks' to use Google TV, will show off hardware after CES32:46 - Blu-ray video encryption cracked using $260 kit38:33 - SlingPlayer for Connected Devices is here, arrives first on Boxee Box41:15 - Sky Sports dedicated F1 HD channel coming next season44:10 - Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011: HDTV and home theater54:00 - Must See HDTV (November 28th - December 4th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 275 - 11.22.2011
Just in time for the holiday break, here's the latest Engadget HD podcast and thanks to some of the usual suspects (Sony, Netflix, Roku, Boxee) we've got plenty to talk about this week. While Sony might be (but probably isn't) about to take on cable TV, Boxee is attacking in its own way with a new live TV tuner. we also say hello to Vizio's newest TVs and SlingPlayer support for Chrome and Facebook. Finally, we wrap up with what we're watching over the next week, so press play and see if we missed any of your Thanksgiving favorites.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 Wolbe12:15 - Sony may be preparing an internet-based cable TV alternative15:55 - PlayStation Home lets friends watch free movies together now, UStream and radio next month17:50 - Digital downloads bring UltraViolet one step closer to being useful23:45 - Netflix reveals new user interface experience for Android tablets, iPad counterpart coming soon27:17 - Netflix, Fox ready to resurrect Arrested Development as a streaming exclusive in 201331:28 - Roku planning to bring set-top boxes to Canada, UK in early 201232:30 - Boxee Box Live TV dongle shipping for $49 in January 2012, pre-orders open today35:28 - SlingPlayer for Facebook is okay, Chrome(book) compatibility is better39:00 - TV broadcasters hope to dominate the second screen with ConnecTV43:50 - Sports Fans Coalition intends to lobby against NFL blackouts48:23 - Vizio's M-Series Theater 3D TVs are officially available, at last51:30 - Must See HDTV (November 21st - 27th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 274 - 11.15.2011
Sure there's plenty of TV biz, connected TV, and social networking on the docket for this week's episode, but stay tuned for a special throwback segment as we talk HDTV tech both past and future. The prospect of Super Hi-Vision bringing a fresh new look at the Olympic Games has us pretty excited, but the up and down week of Google TV does not yet engender such optimism. We've also got new hardware shipping from TiVo so press play to hear about that and more before we dive into what we're watching / playing 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 Wolbe00:09:05 - Sony's CEO is ready to launch a four-screen platform 'that can compete with Steve Jobs'00:23:49 - Logitech's new CEO sees the failures of the Revue clearly in hindsight and doesn't plan a sequel00:31:04 - Adobe abandoning Flash Player for TVs as well00:40:47 - LG might show off Google TV hardware at CES00:44:33 - Boxee Box may integrate live TV via USB dongle, push the definition of 'awesome' to a new level00:48:13 - Griffin's Beacon universal remote control system now available for Android, ships for $7000:53:30 - Facebook SlingPlayer revealed, proves you can't escape social networking00:57:30 - 2012 London Olympics Super Hi-Vision broadcast coming to select US, Japan, UK locations00:59:05 - Engadget Primed: HDTV technologies detailed, past and future01:00:28 - Sony, Panasonic, Samsung team up for 3D supergroup01:02:20 - TiVo Premiere Q and Preview multiroom DVR setup finally debuts from RCN01:11:25 - Must See HDTV (November 14th - 20th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 273 - 11.08.2011
Flowing through this week's packed lineup of topic is a theme of Hollywood vs. new technology, whether it's CBS against a new Apple TV service and Hulu or the MPAA v. Zediva. As much as wrangling over licensing causes us headaches there are some (potentially) positive developments to mention with new cable choices spreading in Canada, new features on the way from DirecTV, and Time Warner's tablet app coming to Android. On the hardware side of things it appears AMOLED may be ready to replace ZScreen as next year's vaporware tech of choice -- is there any chance we'll be able to buy either one any time soon? We'll close things out with a look at the latest cameras from RED and a look back at the first "high definition" broadcasts before discussing what we'll be watching (and playing) 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 Wolbe11:05 - CBS boss reveals why the company is 'against joining Apple TV' (or Hulu)13:55 - Zediva ordered to permanently shut down operations, pay $1.8 million to MPAA17:30 - Blockbuster Express kiosks hike rental rates to keep offering new movies21:10 - Netflix, MGM strike licensing agreement ahead of launch in the UK, Ireland22:45 - NYT: Disney, YouTube strike new content partnership, will launch kid-friendly channel24:39 - Plex hops on the Google TV train, finds it has plenty of room to stretch its legs26:23 - Google might offer TV / phone service over its fiber network28:19 - Rogers Cable tries on flexible channel packages in Ontario, will customers like the fit?31:00 - DirecTV adds more subscribers than ever, will push live streaming, HD UI, and multiroom DVRs33:48 - TWCable TV app in development for Android, should drop before the season's first 3-pointer (updated)35:15 - Motorola Corvair 6-inch Android 2.3 tablet outed, destined for the home automation set?37:46 - Sony posts $350 million loss in Q2 earnings report, forecasts full-year loss39:55 - Samsung, RealD pact for ZScreen passive glasses 3D TVs falls apart41:45 - DuPont's AMOLED HDTV tech licensed by... someone, will likely be used to build HDTVs44:36 - RED makes the Scarlet official, 5K stills and 4K video for $9,75045:30 - Peter Jackson reveals the Red Epic secrets behind The Hobbit (video)47:50 - BBC celebrates 75 years of 'high definition' TV this weekend50:20 - Must See HDTV (November 7th - 13th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 272 - 11.01.2011
A year after its debut, Google TV is finally getting a fresh UI, its first taste of Market apps, and all-new Honeycomb underpinnings, so naturally that gets most of our attention this week. Of course, it seems like everyone is doing what they can to shake up the TV industry, putting Sony, Roku, Plex, Microsoft, DirecTV, and Redbox in the news as well. The one common thread joining these companies is that they can't do it without content, and it appears Warner Bros. and other studios may be locking the windowing gates tighter than ever. After all of that, we'll dig into what we have been and will be watching, so press play and see if you agree with our choices 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 Wolbe07:20 - Google TV, take two, arrives next week with Honeycomb, Android Market18:43 - Sony to divide TV division into three-headed monster, looks to bounce back29:28 - Roku adds more games, cleans up the PQ on its latest streamers30:34 - myPlex makes streaming your media simple, gives you one queue to rule them all33:20 - Xbox Companion app for WP7 shown off at Nokia World, leaks Vudu integration (video)41:22 - DirecTV's iPad app updated with live TV streaming, as long as you stay at home44:08 - Redbox's $1 per night DVD rentals jump to $1.20 October 31st, Blu-ray and games stay the same47:08 - Warner pushes 28-day new release delay on Blockbuster, matches Redbox and Netflix58:55 - Must See HDTV (October 31st - November 6th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 271 - 10.25.2011
Now that Netflix has revealed exactly how many subscribers it has lost over the last few months, we're wondering what's next for the video service and its competitors like Amazon. In other pay-TV news, we have an upgraded UI on the way from DirecTV and new social media hooks from AT&T that could signal a change in the way we watch TV. Before closing things out with our picks of what to watch this week, we even had some time for new ultra HDTV standards, mobile app consolidation for FiOS and Sony's PlayStation 3D Display.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 Wolbe16:18 - Netflix US subscriber count drops by 800k in Q3, 21.45 million still streaming18:24 - Netflix to expand to UK, Ireland in 'early 2012,' looks to challenge Lovefilm24:19 - Amazon Prime Instant Video expands its library with even more video from PBS27:23 - BBC's global iPlayer app adds AirPlay streaming, should just be on Apple TV30:00 - DirecTV shows off its new HD UI with a website and trailer, still no release date33:55 - U-verse TV gets social with help from Miso, TV Foundry, Wayvin and BuddyTV Guide40:00 - Verizon's My FiOS app puts your entire living room under one Android roof42:39 - Playstation 3D Display hits shelves November 13, Sony answers your burning questions44:50 - Ultra HDTV technical standards agreed on, more pixels is a good thing52:30 - Must See HDTV (October 24th - 30th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 270 - 10.18.2011
Even though it's been a week that's all about cellphones, there's still plenty of HD news to decipher, from last week's comments to our review of the Logitech Harmony Link. If you know us, you know Harmony = rant, but you'll probably want to tune in just to see where Logitech's latest effort to connect all our devices simply succeeds, and where it failed, failed and failed again. Apple, Intel, Boxee, Google, Roku, Slingbox and Crestron are all other names coming at the connected living room from a different angle and unsurprisingly, they're all here. Give a listen to find out what they're up to, plus our picks of what to watch on your HDTV 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 Wolbe21:30 - Logitech Harmony Link review30:00 - Crestron debuts free, paid mobile apps for Android devices37:00 - Photo Stream, NHL, AirPlay mirroring and more added to Apple TV with software update44:15 - Apple reportedly trying to add movie streaming to its iCloud48:19 - Hulu owners 'terminate sale process', won't sell to anyone49:35 - Boxee Box adds music streaming from Spotify, just press play51:17 - Google TV 2.0: app developers get final add-on for Android SDK55:19 - Intel may be giving up on smart TVs, ceding market to ARM56:35 - Roku announces $50 LT model, will add HBO Go streaming to all of its boxes this month01:00:17 - SlingPlayer app now available for Honeycomb tablets, priced at $3001:01:23 - Transformers Blu-ray 3D release coming to Japan in January, still no release date for US01:02:30 - Must See HDTV (October 17th - 23rd)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 269 - 10.11.2011
After a tumultuous week in tech we're back -- but Qwikster isn't. Of course we're giving our two cents on Netflix's stunning reversal, but there's also plenty of non-streaming news too. The newest TiVo DVR is out and about, while DirecTV is also ready to show off its Nomad and HR34 boxes. Microsoft has enhanced the Xbox 360's capabilities with a few new partnerships, while Comcast previews the future of pay-TV with its latest moves. The dawn of Ultraviolet is finally upon us, so are we excited about the possibility of buy once play anywhere? Find out the answer to this question and many more when you press play below.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 Wolbe04:45 - Netflix backtracks on Qwikster, will keep DVDs and streaming under the same URL13:20 - TiVo Premiere Elite now available, but is updated software the big surprise?22:37 - DirecTV Nomad is ready to launch, transcodes DVRed shows for mobile viewing31:40 - DirecTV's five tuner, RVU-ready HR34 DVR revealed38:10 - Microsoft reveals new TV providers including Verizon and Comcast coming to Xbox 360 (video)44:25 - U-verse on Xbox 360 is getting upgraded in November, but will require XBL Gold47:13 - Comcast testing pay-per-package, still afraid of a-la-carte49:55 - Comcast promises Xfinity VOD streaming on more devices, new Xcalibur guide in 201254:41 - CinemaNow strikes deal with Intel, adds new movies in 1080p HD55:30 - UltraViolet 'digital locker' opens for business. Lets you buy once, play anywhere... eventually01:02:05 - Must See HDTV (October 10th - 16th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
Engadget HD Podcast 268 - 10.04.2011
Check your Bingo squares -- we have a full on geek rant this week. While DVBLink's Boxee extender engendered nothing but peaceful conversation, we couldn't help but dig into the next two topics. Rumors of Microsoft's efforts to integrate cable TV into a unified search with its other Xbox offerings continue to swirl, which left us wondering just who is standing in the way of innovation. Meanwhile, the cable companies and content providers are at odds over how to distribute their channels with little thought given to the end user's experience. Of course, we do have some happy news, with Star Trek: TNG coming to Blu-ray, bigger LCDs and 4K support for the PS3. Press play to hear the rest of our discussion and our impressions of the new fall programming so far -- it's not looking good.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 Wolbe00:01:42 - DVBLogic's Boxee app brings live TV streaming to the Box00:04:15 - Microsoft reportedly adding video from Comcast, Verizon, HBO Go and others to Xbox Live00:13:20 - Some cable companies are pushing for unbundled channels -- but not for you00:32:35 - Showtime launches Anytime streaming portal, social iPad app00:34:57 - Star Trek: The Next Generation is coming to Blu-ray, starting in 2012 (video)00:42:44 - Sharp's biggest LCD HDTVs get even bigger with a new 80-inch model00:49:00 - PS3 will support 4K stills after a future update, moving pictures remain out of reach00:51:15 - Sony to stop paying for movie theater 3D glasses, theater owners fire back00:56:27 - Energy Star 5.3 now in effect, some chunkier TVs left out in the cold01:00:30 - Must See HDTV (October 3rd - 9th)Hear the podcastLISTEN (MP3)LISTEN (AAC)
