You’re outraged (OUTRAGED!) that Netflix’s price hike has stolen your cheap movie rentals. In fact, you’re going to delete your subscription. Forever. Now what? Here’s how to replace Netflix in your life, from streaming to shiny plastic discs. More »
Last month Hulu Plus finally arrived on Android however support was unfortunately limited to just six devices, but tonight the official blog has announced the count has reached double digits. Four HTC phones are on the list — the Evo 4G, Thunderbolt, myTouch 4G and G2 — bringing the total to ten models supported, featuring a mix of first and second gen Snapdragon chips clocked at varying speeds. Given shared architecture with some phones already on the list it’s not clear why these had to wait, but Senior Product Manager Lonn Lee is quick to point out that the streaming video site isn’t done yet. Even as it’s on the auction block, there’s at least some chance to pick up disgruntled Netflix subscribers and adding a few underserved handsets is as good a way as any to reach out.
Hulu Plus Android app is now playing on Evo 4G, Thunderbolt, myTouch 4G and G2 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 14 Jul 2011 01:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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You probably know Netflix raised its prices. And, like everyone else, you’re probably outraged at the death of $10 1 disc + streaming plan. But the $6 price hike doesn’t have to be the end of the world. More »
Yesterday Netflix did something pretty big: it cut the umbilical cord on its streaming video offerings. What was once a funny little niche offering, a rag-tag collection of canceled TV shows you never watched and ’80s movies you never rented, had grown into something big, something that still wasn’t quite great but was legitimately very good. As such, that service deserved its own plan, to stand tall and apart from the red envelopes that made the company famous.
But there’s one problem: after cutting Instant loose, creating a new $7.99 streaming-only plan, Netflix stuck the dagger right in its own side by not re-thinking its disc-based rentals — plans that looked a lot more valuable before than they do now. Netflix has succeeded in making its on-demand offerings so good that those unlimited snail mail samplings can’t quite stand up on their own two feet anymore. At least, they can’t stand up tall enough to support their $7.99 and up prices. Maybe, Netflix, it’s time to go back to the fundamentals.
Continue reading Editorial: Netflix was too cheap before, but now it’s just wrong
Editorial: Netflix was too cheap before, but now it’s just wrong originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Even though there’s a For Sale sign in the window Hulu isn’t taking a break and today it unveiled a new partnership with Facebook to make its library of TV shows and movies more social. Adding Facebook Connect (competitor Netflix may be on the board, but it’s still working on adding the button) should let the social network log you in, customize things based on preferences from you and your friends, and share time-coded likes and comments. Unfortunately what actually happened for some users was that they were suddenly given access to someone else’s Hulu account, a problem documented by both AVRev and NewTeeVee. According to a second blog post, due to approximately 50 users being affected Hulu has shut down the program, required everyone to log in again and cranked privacy settings to the highest for anyone who logged in while it was on. Of course, with rumors from the LA Times that Google (along with Microsoft and Yahoo) is interested in purchasing the service, maybe they can get an invite to the Google+ party and forget the whole thing ever happened
Facebook, Hulu partnership accidentally clicks ‘security breach’ instead of ‘Like’ originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Now that Hulu’s owners have apparently decided the best thing to do is sell it to someone else, long arrangements for content are needed to bring the highest price. Bloomberg is reporting that after cutting a deal with Fox a few days ago Hulu has now tentatively reached a deal with another of its owners, Disney. While both arrangements could keep the TV shows flowing, they also reportedly include provisions to increase the number of ads shown on the service. That would also put it in position to reach a similar agreement with Comcast-owned NBCUniversal, because of the media giant’s FCC promise to reach similar agreements as its competitors for online content. A change of ownership and including more ad breaks could turn off viewers, but really what else are they going to do, go back to watching Saturday Night Live on TV?
Potential Hulu deal with Disney increases ads, value to prospective buyers originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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This article was written on April 26, 2010 by CyberNet.
Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.
Hulu to Push a $9.95/month Subscription in May?
There is a rumor that as soon as May 24th Hulu might be moving to a subscription-based service for anyone that wants to watch older episodes of select popular shows, such as Glee or Lost. The most recent five episodes will remain free, but beyond that you’ll have to pay $9.95 per month for access. This isn’t unexpected, but I think people would be more willing to pay for access if they also threw in higher quality videos or faster access to the latest episodes.
The Next iPhone
As all of you probably know by now Gizmodo got a hands-on (using questionable methods) with what will likely be the next generation iPhone. The new phone has a front-facing camera, micro-SIM, flash for the rear-facing camera, larger battery, and a redesign. It goes without saying that this news has been widely covered, and in the last week the main article has drawn in over 8 million views for Gizmodo.
Aza Raskin’s Ideas for Firefox Identity Management
Aza takes a look at how the user experience for managing online accounts can be improved
Google Maps Does Search Suggestions
Google has rolled out search suggestions for their Maps service, which will “intelligently” recommend options it thinks you’re looking for.
What’s playing on the Microsoft Store TV Wall?
A look at how Microsoft uses 120 of their 47″ TV’s (a combined resolution of 57000 x 1080) in their store.
iFixit Lets Users Contribute Repair Instructions
iFixit is becoming more like instructables.com in that users can now submit their own guides.
New $100 Bill Harder to Counterfeit
The new $100 bill has even more anti-counterfeit measures in place, including a “3D” security ribbon.
McAfee Update Brings Down XP Machines
A false positive in the McAfee antivirus software inadvertently removes the svchost.exe file on some Windows XP machines, and causes an endless cycle of reboots.
PocketPC Turns 10
About 10 years ago Microsoft unveiled the first Pocket PC, and the funny thing is that I still have my original Pocket PC. In fact I took it out just the other day to see if it still powers up, and it does.
Google Exposes Government Requests
Google maps out how many requests have been made by governments for either turning over data or the removal of content.
BlackBerry OS 6.0 Screenshots
Boy Genius Report breaks down the new features in the next generation BlackBerry OS.
Sign-up for Flash Beta on Android
You can sign-up now to be part of the beta program for Flash on the Android (when it becomes available later this year).
1Password for Windows Beta
I’ve been using 1Password for about two years now on my Mac, and it is a great password management utility. I’m happy to see that they are now testing out a Windows version, but keep in mind that in the end this is not a free app. Still, it’s one of the few apps I’ve used that I’ve actually felt is worth purchasing as opposed to using one of the free alternatives.
Use Office 2010 to Map a Drive Letter to Your SkyDrive Account
You can actually make your SkyDrive appear as a local drive by using Office 2010.
Recovering Form Data in Firefox
This Firefox extension will help you recover data that you were typing into a form… be it from the browser crashing or you accidentally closing the tab.
NoteSync: Take Notes and Sync them to Google Docs
This cross-platform Adobe Air-based app lets you quickly take notes and sync them to your Google Docs account.
Automatically Sync Recent Files to USB Drive
Sync Butler will automatically move recently modified files (from folders you specify) to a USB drive.
Extract the Audio from a Video File
With this free Windows app you can quickly extract the audio used in a video.
Join Multiple MP3 Files Together
Merge any number of MP3 files together into one single file.
Dexpot Virtual Desktops Gets Better Windows 7 Integration
A newer version of Dexpot includes a plugin that uses the Aero Peek for managing up to 20 of your virtual desktops.
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The good news is that Hulu Plus for Android is on the market, but the bad news is that you may not be able to install it yet. The official Hulu Blog has just been updated with news that six phones — Nexus One, Nexus S, HTC Inspire 4G, Motorola Droid II, Motorola Droid X, and the Motorola Atrix — are on the compatible list with “additional device announcements” due later in the year. While there’s some crossover with the list of Netflix-compatible devices, it’s hardly complete and many flagship phones are still missing. Here’s hoping the tweakers can work their magic on that apk and get it running for the rest of us, whether we’re shelling out $7.99 a month or just want to leech some Chappelle’s Show eps on a free one week trial. If you can’t get it running yourself, check out a quick video demo embedded after the break.
[Thanks, Tyler, Isaac]
Continue reading Hulu Plus for Android is available now… for six devices
Hulu Plus for Android is available now… for six devices originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Jun 2011 23:38:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Following yesterday’s rumor that Hulu had received an a buyout offer from Yahoo, the usual “people familiar with the matter” have informed the LA Times and a reporter for CNBC that the sale process could begin within two weeks. As its owners seek to separate themselves from what is looking more and more like a competitor than a savior, reportedly Guggenheim Partners and Morgan Stanley have been retained and potential bidders have been contacted. One way to make sure anyone is actually interested in buying the site is to strengthen its content licensing deals, and oh-so-coincidentally Variety is reporting Hulu has already reached a new deal to keep the TV shows from Fox flowing. Yesterday we asked for your ideas on who an eventual buyer might be and so far the list includes Google, Amazon, Facebook, Netflix and Pets.com, which should just about cover it.
Hulu reportedly retains investment bankers and renews Fox deal, will go on sale soon originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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This afternoon rumors rapidly spread that an unnamed company had offered to purchase Hulu from its media giant owners, and now the LA Times Company Town blog has fingered that entity as Yahoo. According to the initial Wall Street Journal report, the offer received was not solicited, but it has caused the board to consider soliciting offers from other companies. The last time CEO Jason Kilar checked in he was looking forward to breaking one million Hulu Plus subscribers, now we’re wondering which giant may be first in line to snap the streaming site up and add its content licenses to their warchest. Whatever happens, the newly formed NBCUniversal conglomerate won’t have a say in it after forfeiting its board seats to get the merger approved. Drop in your wildly speculative commentary below — rumors including YouTube, iTunes, Xbox, or some insane Spotify rumor you just made up, we’re willing to listen to them all.
Hulu rumored to be considering a sale after receiving an offer from… Yahoo? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Jun 2011 21:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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