Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service
September 23, 2011 No Comment
At its “a stream come true” event today, Dish Network finally revealed its plans for a subscription video service called Blockbuster Movie Pass, due to launch October 1st. That includes access to discs (movies and games) by mail, streaming video to the TV and PC, and linear TV service from Dish, all in one package. Blockbuster Movie Pass is clearly being pitched a Netflix / Qwikster competitor, however it’s currently only available to Dish Network subscribers for $10 / month. That tie to pay-TV makes it a TV Everywhere play pulling Dish’s various properties under one umbrella, but doesn’t significantly shift the online video landscape. New subscribers to the America’s Best 200 package will get free access to a year, while those schlubs stuck on cable or without pay-TV service can simply look on with envy. The last slide shown does invite non-Dish subscribers to “stay tuned,” so if you’re really looking for a Netflix alternative… stay tuned. Check the gallery to see the slides for yourself, well update with more press materials once they’re available — now included with all the details after the break. Update : The new page is accessible right now (Thanks Alex!) as seen in the screenshot above. It features all you can eat access to streaming movies and a few TV shows culled from Starz (as rumored), Epix, Sony Movie Channel, Hallmark and Blockbuster’s own VOD library. We’re sure the folks at Netflix are absolutely crying their eyes out over losing access to some of Cuba Gooding Jr.’s finest flicks like Ticking Clock and The Hit List ( Toy Story 3 however, could be a real loss). Check below for the link, as well as another one to sign up for the service now. Gallery: Blockbuster Movie Pass Continue reading Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service
September 23, 2011 No Comment
At its “a stream come true” event today, Dish Network finally revealed its plans for a subscription video service called Blockbuster Movie Pass, due to launch October 1st. That includes access to discs (movies and games) by mail, streaming video to the TV and PC, and linear TV service from Dish, all in one package. Blockbuster Movie Pass is clearly being pitched a Netflix / Qwikster competitor, however it’s currently only available to Dish Network subscribers for $10 / month. That tie to pay-TV makes it a TV Everywhere play pulling Dish’s various properties under one umbrella, but doesn’t significantly shift the online video landscape. New subscribers to the America’s Best 200 package will get free access to a year, while those schlubs stuck on cable or without pay-TV service can simply look on with envy. The last slide shown does invite non-Dish subscribers to “stay tuned,” so if you’re really looking for a Netflix alternative… stay tuned. Check the gallery to see the slides for yourself, well update with more press materials once they’re available — now included with all the details after the break. Update : The new page is accessible right now (Thanks Alex!) as seen in the screenshot above. It features all you can eat access to streaming movies and a few TV shows culled from Starz (as rumored), Epix, Sony Movie Channel, Hallmark and Blockbuster’s own VOD library. We’re sure the folks at Netflix are absolutely crying their eyes out over losing access to some of Cuba Gooding Jr.’s finest flicks like Ticking Clock and The Hit List ( Toy Story 3 however, could be a real loss). Check below for the link, as well as another one to sign up for the service now. Gallery: Blockbuster Movie Pass Continue reading Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service Dish Network, Blockbuster unveil Blockbuster Movie Pass all-inclusive entertainment service originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Who’s looking sleek in angled corners? Why, it’s the Motorola Xoom 2 — at least it might be, according to Droid-Life and the folks that leaked it the above image. The outfit’s informant tells them that the pictured device is flaunting micro-USB and HDMI ports, a SIM card slot and a few large, flush buttons on its back. Is it the real deal? Well, we can’t say it looks much like Verizon’s door-destroying tablet , or even the shy slate that we spied on Motorola Mobility’s leaked website redesign — but we wouldn’t put too much stock into ambiguous renders and inconclusive advertisements anyway. There’s one more image after the break for those of you that are into rear-facing cameras and “confidential” engravings. Continue reading Is this the Motorola Xoom 2? Is this the Motorola Xoom 2? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 23:33:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Amazon press conference set for September 28th, could this be its long-awaited tablet?
September 23, 2011 No Comment
Amazon’s been cooking something in a supposed Android-based oven for quite some rumored time. Now, an invite has gone out from the Bezos-backed company for an event on the 28th of this month at 10AM. Will the e-retailer officially announce a pair of 7- and 10-inch Kindle refreshes we’ve seen so much digital ink spilled over, or is this the heavily-skinned Android tab that TechCrunch got its hands-on earlier this month? We’ll be there to let you know what the company’s got up its e-reading sleeve. Amazon press conference set for September 28th, could this be its long-awaited tablet? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Sony offers ‘adjustment’ for NEX-5N camera to reduce clicking sound while recording video
September 23, 2011 No Comment
Looks like we weren’t the only one afflicted by the Sony NEX-5N camera’s annoying click problem . In case you missed it, the camera displayed the annoying tendency of producing an audible click loud enough to ruin any 1080/60p video if it was moved suddenly while shooting. Tonight Sony updated its support site to promise a “performance improvement” available to all owners under the camera’s warranty that it claims reduces the sound. At the moment we don’t have any more information on what’s causing the sound or what the improvement entails, but owners can dial 888-868-7392 to get their units upgraded. Sony offers ‘adjustment’ for NEX-5N camera to reduce clicking sound while recording video originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Czech electric scooter company covers 706 miles in 24-hours, claims world record
September 23, 2011 No Comment
A “racing” team for the Czech electric scooter company Akumoto, with the assistance of the energy conglomerate ČEZ , is claiming the world record for longest distance traveled by such a vehicle in 24-hours — 706.1 miles. Over the course of the 1,136.3 kilometer trip, the slightly modified scooter used a grand total of 40.8 kWh of electricity, which costs a measly 190 Czech Korunas (about $10.35). Akumoto already has a network of charging stations across the Eastern European country, but there was no stopping to juice up. Instead pre-charged batteries were swapped in when the “tank” was empty. We just hope that there were several drivers taking turns at the handlebars — spending a full rotation of the Earth with your rear planted on a souped-up Vespa doesn’t sound particularly comfortable. Czech electric scooter company covers 706 miles in 24-hours, claims world record originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Time is slipping away for it to meet its promised September debut, but Philip’s Android-based GoGear Connect handheld / PMP is now available for pre-order from at least one online retailer (J&R). It’ll run you $170 for the 8GB model and an even $200 for 16GB (both a slight discount off the list price), each of which come equipped with a 3.2-inch display, WiFi connectivity, built-in speakers, a microSD card slot for additional storage, and Android 2.3 with access to Android Market. Unfortunately, there’s still no indication of an exact ship date, but we’re guessing you won’t have to wait too much longer if you decide to take the plunge. [Thanks, Peter] Philips’ Android-based GoGear Connect PMP now available for pre-order originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Welcome to Growing Up Geek , an ongoing feature where we take a look back at our youth and tell stories of growing up to be the nerds that we are. Today, we have our very own Contributing Mobile Editor, Zachary Lutz . Perhaps it requires a special breed to proudly wear the label of “geek.” No, I’m not talking about circus performers that bite heads off chickens (check the original meaning of the word), but about people like you and me, the folks who pursue their interests to a fantastic degree. It doesn’t matter whether your passion is knitting, fishing or kayaking; if you’re a curious individual who’s always thirsting to learn more, there’s a good chance we’ll get along. For me, my pigeonhole just so happens to be computers — and, more recently, mobile technology. Sure, you could blame it on way too many hours in front of the screen, but as a certain self-empowered pop star might say, I’d like to think I was born this way. Continue reading Growing Up Geek: Zachary Lutz Growing Up Geek: Zachary Lutz originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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At first glance this looks like your average, dime a dozen, AA-powered portable speaker. But then you realize the unannounced device is at the FCC because it’s wireless — Bluetooth in this instance. Next, you notice the chunky eight-inch midriff and the large (but still cheap-looking) stereo drivers and you finally acknowledge that this thing might actually beat the puny speakers in your brand new Lenovo Ultrabook . Still, it’s not nearly as surprising as a music-playing lightbulb . Lenovo BT820 wireless speaker triggers impromptu rave at the FCC originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …Comcast close to releasing AnyPlay box for in-home live TV streaming to tablets
September 23, 2011 No Comment
Comcast has been talking about adding live TV streaming to its Xfinity TV tablet apps for a while , but now this screenshot of a product page from MacRumors indicates it could be launching very soon. It requires an AnyPlay box — a Comcast brand name for the Motorola Televation cable TV-to-IPTV box shown off in June and previously a portable DVR concept from Panasonic — that will allow viewing over the local network on compatible devices, including iPads, Android tablets and the like. There’s also been recent rumors of Microsoft seeking a tie-in to bring live streams from Comcast to its Xbox 360, which could be eventually be enabled by a device and service like this. According to the page, it includes access to “most” channels, and can register up to ten tablets, but only allows for viewing on one at a time. Time Warner and Cablevision have already rolled out live TV streaming on their tablet apps, we’ll see if this in-home Slingbox-approach can avoid their licensing issues. Comcast close to releasing AnyPlay box for in-home live TV streaming to tablets originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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