lördag 25 september 2010
Netflix, NBC Universal content deal brings Battlestar Galactica, SNL and more to Watch Instantly
Just in case a throwaway mention of a streaming-only subscription for US customers wasn't enough, an agreement adding plenty of recognizable content from NBC to its Watch Instantly service might help Netflix distract from a recent string of PR gaffes. Starting next week, cable shows from the media giant's stable like Psych, Battlestar Galactica and others, episodes from the most recent seasons of NBC shows including The Office and 30 Rock will be available. Not good enough? Why not throw in every season of Friday Night Lights and Saturday Night Live, with new eps of SNL added the day after they air for the next three years. Seems like a win/win to us, with many hours of new content for Netflix while NBC cashes a fat check for old seasons of Monk and Law & Order:SVU -- as much as we love Tony Shalhoub as a neurotic private investigator, those DVD boxed sets just weren't moving like they used to. The only question left is whether HD streaming for any of these is on deck, until we hear back just check out the full press release after the break.Continue reading Netflix, NBC Universal content deal brings Battlestar Galactica, SNL and more to Watch InstantlyNetflix, NBC Universal content deal brings Battlestar Galactica, SNL and more to Watch Instantly originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 06:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Netflix | Email this | Comments
Verizon CEO confirms plans for tiered data pricing
We told you so. The Wall Street Journal has updated its recent article detailing disclosures from Verizon Wireless chief Ivan Seidenberg, and the latest news is as bad as it is predictable: VZW plans to consign unlimited data plans to the annals of history over the next four to six months, to be replaced by tiered, consumption-based pricing. Seidenberg says Verizon's prices will surely differ from what AT&T recently introduced, noting that his company values data differently to the competition -- though he wouldn't say whether that means costs will be higher or lower. Either way, Droidsters, enjoy your last few months in the unlimited sun.
[Thanks, Tyler]Verizon CEO confirms plans for tiered data pricing originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 05:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Wall Street Journal | Email this | Comments
[Thanks, Tyler]Verizon CEO confirms plans for tiered data pricing originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 05:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Wall Street Journal | Email this | Comments
Motorola Milestone Available at Alltel Stores Now
Remember when we said that the Motorola Milestone would be hitting Alltel Wireless stores on the 23rd? �Well, it did. �As an Alltel customer, you can pick it up today and enjoy one of the last stock “Google Experience” phones ever. �It’s really no different than the Droid on Verizon, but it’s a hell of [...]
Sonos introduces Wireless Dock for multiroom wireless iPod enjoyment
You know we love us some Sonos gear around these parts, and Sonos’ latest announcement definitely caught our attention. Today at CEDIA, Sonos introduced the Sonos Wireless Dock. Its purpose? To let you inject all of your tunes from your iPod…
Clearwire starts selling roaming WiMAX Day Passes in US and Japan, unlimited data awaits
Got some Intel-powered WiMAX equipment, a Clear subscription, and a yearning to spend some time in Japan? Then we've got great news for you, sailor! Clearwire has just hooked up with UQ to provide Day Passes over in the land of earthquakes and sushi. These act as one-day roaming permits for your WiMAX needs, furnishing you with unlimited 4G access and costing a measly ¥600 ($7) a pop. So basically, it's the Clear Rover gone international. Clearwire's also talking business with other global partners and the ultimate idea seems to be for it to hook up with all the big WiMAX purveyors and set up an affordable 4G roaming network for its internationally minded customers. The full press release awaits after the break.Continue reading Clearwire starts selling roaming WiMAX Day Passes in US and Japan, unlimited data awaitsClearwire starts selling roaming WiMAX Day Passes in US and Japan, unlimited data awaits originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Intel Newsroom | | Email this | Comments
Verizon May Not Accept Apple?s Contract Terms for iPhone Launch
Launching the iPhone may be a hard proposition for Verizon, despite what the wireless company’s CEO said recently. With Verizon iPhone 4 rumors at an all time high, especially with talk about production beginning as early as November of this year. But, if a new report from Mike Abramsky of RBC Capital Markets is accurate, then the note might dispel any chance of a Verizon-branded iPhone. Interesting that this isn’t the first time the contract-talks have been brought up in recent months.
Abramsky believes that the iPhone will see other wireless carriers in the United States, but that Verizon may be too headstrong, or perhaps to dead-set on preserving their presence in the Android-based smartphone market, to actually ever launch the device in question. The report states that Apple may turn to T-Mobile, or even Sprint, to expand the iPhone’s presence on networks here in the United States. Abramsky’s note says, “Verizon may not accept Appel’s contract terms that risk its Android franchise, which could face significant cannibalization from pent up iPhone demand on its network.” He went on to add that he does not believe that Apple would want to be “second banana” to Android on Verizon, and that they would not be willing to accept anything less than prime marketing from the wireless carrier.
He went on to add that, despite the fact that Verizon’s CEO wants an iPhone that supports Verizon’s 4G (LTE) efforts, these contract term discussions may not be resolved by then. “This may or not ever get resolved even under LTE; the longer this takes, the more entrenched Android becomes at Verizon so the more difficult to strike a deal.” He notes that recent reports of an iPhone 4 being developed with CDMA-based technology could mean that the device is heading to other international markets, like China Telecom or KDDI in Japan, which we’ve heard in the past as well.
The rumor mill would be alive and well if there were only one-sided rumors fueling it, but it certainly makes it more interesting to hear what might be going on both sides. If an iPhone is heading to Verizon, then it’s more than likely going to support LTE. If it’s not, then it probably will not be a big blow to Apple, as Abramsky points out in his report. With Verizon’s presence in Android well known at this point, it may be enough for Verizon to stick with it, and ride out the iPhone storm. All of this could also relate to Verizon’s CEO mentioning that they had “not earned” the iPhone yet, because they haven’t come to a decision contractually.
[via AppleInsider]
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Abramsky believes that the iPhone will see other wireless carriers in the United States, but that Verizon may be too headstrong, or perhaps to dead-set on preserving their presence in the Android-based smartphone market, to actually ever launch the device in question. The report states that Apple may turn to T-Mobile, or even Sprint, to expand the iPhone’s presence on networks here in the United States. Abramsky’s note says, “Verizon may not accept Appel’s contract terms that risk its Android franchise, which could face significant cannibalization from pent up iPhone demand on its network.” He went on to add that he does not believe that Apple would want to be “second banana” to Android on Verizon, and that they would not be willing to accept anything less than prime marketing from the wireless carrier.
He went on to add that, despite the fact that Verizon’s CEO wants an iPhone that supports Verizon’s 4G (LTE) efforts, these contract term discussions may not be resolved by then. “This may or not ever get resolved even under LTE; the longer this takes, the more entrenched Android becomes at Verizon so the more difficult to strike a deal.” He notes that recent reports of an iPhone 4 being developed with CDMA-based technology could mean that the device is heading to other international markets, like China Telecom or KDDI in Japan, which we’ve heard in the past as well.
The rumor mill would be alive and well if there were only one-sided rumors fueling it, but it certainly makes it more interesting to hear what might be going on both sides. If an iPhone is heading to Verizon, then it’s more than likely going to support LTE. If it’s not, then it probably will not be a big blow to Apple, as Abramsky points out in his report. With Verizon’s presence in Android well known at this point, it may be enough for Verizon to stick with it, and ride out the iPhone storm. All of this could also relate to Verizon’s CEO mentioning that they had “not earned” the iPhone yet, because they haven’t come to a decision contractually.
[via AppleInsider]
Relevant Entries on SlashGearVerizon grows a heart, doesn’t force you to extend your contract when you make changes to your planVerizon Wireless CEO: We’d Like the iPhone NowAT&T’s iPhone exclusivity ends in 2010Apple iPhone and Verizon: just not meant to be…yetThe Daily Slash: September 24th 2010
fredag 24 september 2010
Apple?s iPad Heading to a Target Near You
While you’re stocking up on toilet paper and sweat pants at Target, you’ll be able to stroll to the electronics section to grab an iPad.
Target will begin carrying Apple’s iPad on Oct. 3, according to an Associated Press report, at its normal retail price starting at $500. Shoppers with Target credit cards will be eligible [...]
Target will begin carrying Apple’s iPad on Oct. 3, according to an Associated Press report, at its normal retail price starting at $500. Shoppers with Target credit cards will be eligible [...]
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