Google TV is getting a refreshed YouTube app to go along with its update to the latest versions of Android and Chrome. The video-streaming service now features a sleeker UI, complete with playlists displayed under the video discovery and subscription tabs and larger thumbnails for previewing content. The update also lets you subscribe to a channel with just one click, and it's now easier to share … [Read more...]
YouTube for Google TV updated with streamlined UI, support for paid subscriptions
May 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Google TV officially updated to latest versions of Android and Chrome, faster updates promised going forward
May 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
It apparently wasn't big enough to garner a mention earlier today, but Google has now followed up its slew of I/O keynote announcements with the news that it's moving Google TV to the latest versions of Android (that'd be 4.2.2) and Chrome. What's more, it also says that it's "refactored" Google TV so that its OEMs can update their devices to future versions of Android faster than they're … [Read more...]
Kwikset Announces Updated Connected Deadbolt
May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
No Home Automation (HA) is really complete without connected deadbolts making it possible to manage access. Which is exactly why I have the original Kwikset Z-Wave locks in my home. Frankly, I'm a big fan and there's a lot to like about the locks, especially SmartKey which lets you re-key the locks whenever you want without involving a locksmith. There is one thing that I'm not in love with … [Read more...]
Dish Anywhere for iPad updated with remote reset and Audio Only features
May 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Dish rolled out a sizable update for its Anywhere iPad app today, allowing on the go socialites to share viewing habits with friends via Facebook and Twitter. Less socially-connected couch potatoes will see new features as well, like the ability to remotely reset their receiver whenever they find themselves in a pinch. Version 4.0.3 also ushers in an updated DVR schedule that includes Skipped and … [Read more...]
‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ Set Image – Ellen Page as Kitty Pryde [Updated]
May 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Each new report and rumor about X-Men: Days of Future Past further indicates that director Bryan Singer is pulling out all the stops. Returning to the franchise that he first shepherded into being in 2000, Singer has managed to persuade a number of the series’ iconic stars to reprise their previous roles. As production on the film commences, Singer has begun tweeting teaser images of … [Read more...]
TWC TV iOS app updated for TV streaming away from home
April 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
As we revealed a few days ago and Time Warner Cable announced yesterday, its iOS app has been updated with the ability to stream video even when away from subscriber's home networks. There's video on-demand available from 10 networks, and ten live TV channels ready for streaming. While the company's blog post only referred to access over WiFi, its about page confirms our initial information that … [Read more...]
UPDATED: Korean NEW WORLD To Be Remade in U.S.
April 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Update 2 (4/13, 1:46 a.m.): That was quick! Confirming the story originally reported by Deadline, Sony has indeed picked up remake rights, with Roy Lee's Vertigo Entertainment set as the production company. One additional tidbit: the project will not be rushed into production, so if the earliest release date would be sometime in 2014. Update 1 (4/12, 11:00 p.m.): We've now heard from a well-placed … [Read more...]
Google Fiber rollout detailed for Austin: connections by mid-2014, similar pricing (updated)
April 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Google Fiber rollout for Austin has been spoiled twice, but today it's officially official: the music-centric city will become a gigabit city... eventually, that is. Google now says that it will start wiring Austinite homes for super-fast internet access by mid-2014 -- we wouldn't cancel that cable or DSL service just yet, sadly. At least the pricing should be familiar. Google still plans to … [Read more...]
Netflix for Windows Phone 8 updated with support for 720p displays
April 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
After months of being wrapped in black bars, Netflix has updated its Windows Phone 8 app with fullscreen support for devices wielding native 720p displays. While this update doesn't add HD video playback, it definitely improves the app's image quality for phones with hi-res screens. So, if you're sporting a top-shelf WP8 device and you're looking to take full advantage of your display's real … [Read more...]
‘Star Trek Into Darkness’ International Trailer Gets Personal [Updated With 50 Images]
March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
While recent buzz surrounding Star Trek Into Darkness has shifted slightly towards the future in light of news that director J.J. Abrams will shockingly, yet fittingly direct Star Wars Episode VII, the latest teaser trailer and full international trailer are re-focusing fans on Screen Rant’s most anticipated film of the year. Let’s forget about Star Trek 3 possibly releasing in … [Read more...]
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