Redbox Instant by Verizon arrives on Google TV

by Aditya Thawardas on Jun 4th 2013, 7:36pm
tagged google tv, Redbox Instant, streaming, Verizon

In March of this year, streaming service Redbox Instant was launched in a partnership with Verizon to rival Netflix. Starting today, Redbox Instant is supported for Google TV. The app offers a full Redbox Instant experience, including movie streaming and the ability to rent and purchase movies through Google TV. You can even reserve movies at your local Redbox kiosk through the app.

However, at this point, there’s only support for second generation Google TV devices. If you have a compatible device, go try out RedBox Instant by downloading through the Google Play Store. There’s a one month free trial if you sign up now.

source: Google TV Blog

Time Warner Cable’s TWC TV app updated to allow streaming away from home

by Aditya Thawardas on May 14th 2013, 11:27pm
tagged streaming, Time Warner Cable, TWC TV

Time Warner Cable’s TWC TV app for Android has been updated to allow users to view over 4,000 hours of on demand video and live TV streaming away from home. Streaming outside of home networks is currently limited to certain channels and Verizon customers. Right now, only ten live channels are available, but that should surely increase. Other features added in this update include TV mini guide filtering and support for increased devices on Android 2.2 Froyo and higher.

The full change log and download link for the free app can be found after the break. » Read the rest

Google TV gets free access to Hulu, ABC, NBC, CBS, and more via PlayOn for a limited time

by Aditya Thawardas on May 9th 2013, 4:59pm
tagged google tv, PlayOn, streaming

One annoyance of Google TV has always been the lack of video streaming apps for the platform. PlayOn has arrived for Google TV to help, allowing users to stream Hulu, ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, Comedy Central, MTV, VH1, Nickelodeon, and more than 50 other channels to the set-top box.

For a long time PlayOn has offered a way to stream content from your computer to devices that didn’t support it, including Netflix before it was officially available for Android. PlayOn streams video content though a home network, so a server application needs to be installed on your PC in addition to the PlayOn app on the device being streamed to.

Normally, PlayOn costs $25 per year or $50 for a lifetime license, but for a limited time, PlayOn is free for Google TV, so go and get it now. More information on PlayOn and the official press release can be found after the break. » Read the rest

ITV Player updated, now exclusive for Samsung users through August 31st

by Aditya Thawardas on May 9th 2013, 1:59pm
tagged itv player, Samsung, streaming

ITV has refreshed their Android app, but for now, only Samsung device users in the UK can enjoy. The UK television network announced that until August 31, their updated ITV Player app will be available exclusively to Samsung users “for an initial period while we endeavor to optimize and improve the experience before releasing to other device manufacturers.”

The updated app features landscape navigation support, improved playback, 3G/4G streaming, and support for older devices. Right now the app is dominated with 1-star reviews in the Play Store, so hopefully for ITV users this update is a big improvement.

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STARZ Play, MOVIEPLEX Play, and ENCORE Play now in the Play Store

by Aditya Thawardas on May 7th 2013, 9:03am
tagged starz, streaming

STARZ fans can rejoice because STARZ Play, ENCORE Play, and MOVIEPLEX Play has been released in the Play Store. Each app allows users to stream featured STARZ programming, movies, and original series to their Android device. All three apps have a very similar interface, and are essentially the same app, only released individually for each STARZ programming package. Play, pause, and rewind controls are implemented, and users can start and pick up their programming where they left off on either their tablet, phone, or computer.

These apps are free along with a Starz subscription for Cox, AT&T U-verse, Directv, and Verizon subscribers. Comcast users can instead use the XFINITY TV Player app to access their STARZ content.

You can download the apps from the links after the break.

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Patriot announces AERO mobile hard drive for streaming video to tablets and smartphones even with no internet connection

by Robert Nazarian on Mar 14th 2013, 10:17am
tagged parrot, streaming, The Cloud

Patriot announced the AERO mobile hard drive that will enable users to carry, share, and stream their full media collection to tablets, smartphones, and laptops. Utilizing the Patriot Connect App, you will be able to access the AERO hard drive even if you don’t have access to the internet. In order to do this, you would need to connect to it via WiFi. You will be able to stream video to up to 5 devices at the same time and it supports 3rd party media players. The AERO also has an internet pass through so multiple devices can share one IP connection.

Specs include:

500GB and 1TB capacities
Wi-fi 802.11 b/g/n
WEP / WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK security
Stream to up to 5 connected devices simultaneously
Internet pass-through while connected
USB 3.0 port (USB 2.0 backwards compatible)
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 6 hours of continuous streaming
Push button battery level indicator
2-Year Limited Warranty

You should be able to get your hands on the AERO in early April. The 500GB version will go for $159 and the 1TB version for $199. Full press release after the break.

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Verizon giving a free month trial of Redbox Instant for beta users

by Jared Peters on Jan 14th 2013, 9:44pm
tagged Redbox Instant, streaming, Verizon

Remember Redbox Instant, the competitor to Netflix funded by Redbox and Verizon? If you’re using the new app and signed up for a beta code to test the service out, you’ll be able to get a free trial month with that code. You’ll get an entire month of movie streaming for free, as well as four DVD rentals. At a service that will normally run 8 bucks a month, that’s not too bad. If you’re interested, hit the link below for the app. And if you’ve got a beta code to test it out, be sure to let us know how it is in the comments.

Play Store Download Link

Play Store Shows Nexus Q Back In Stock, Shipping in 3-5 Days

by Justin Crouch on Jul 24th 2012, 3:21pm
tagged Google, media, nexus, Nexus Q, Play Store, streaming

Looks like Google has made the Nexus Q available once again. The media streaming orb can be yours for just $299 and will ship in 3-5 days. Personally, I would love to have this little gem in all the rooms at my house, but I can’t justify spending $300 bucks for each one! Hit the break for a quick video and decide for yourself!

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Sky’s Now TV Launches on Android, Brings Streaming Movies to Folks in the UK

by Stacy Bruce on Jul 18th 2012, 10:23pm
tagged Google Play, movies, streaming, U.K.

Here’s some cool news for you UK readers, and only you UK readers. NOW TV’s streaming movie service is now available for Android devices and will allow you to stream movies whenever and wherever you want. If you have the “Sky Movie Pass” you can stream unlimited movies all day long and there is even a nifty “Play to Play” option for those of you who are afraid of commitments. Speaking of commitments, you can sign up right now for a free 30-day trial to see if this is something you can get down with. Pretty sweet, huh?

The Now TV app is now available in Google Play and brings access to a boat-load of great movie titles. Hit either of the links below to get started.

Google Play Download

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