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PlayStation TV to launch in the US & Europe for $99

10 Jun 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

It will let you play PS4 games if you own a PS4. It also offers TV streaming apps and access to SOny's PlayStation Now game streaming

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Xbox One's TV features coming to Europe soon

22 May 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

All the TV features, including the OneGuide (TV guide) and Kinect voice control of connected set-top boxes will be enabled for Europeans

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Cheaper $399 Xbox One to launch without Kinect

14 May 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

In a surprising move Microsoft has lowered the price of the Xbox One. Xbox One will now start at $399 - $100 lower - without Kinect

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Microsoft to remove paywall for streaming apps

13 May 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Microsoft is reportedly removing the Xbox Live Gold paywall for streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu. It could happen as soon as June

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UltraFlix will launch with over 200 4K titles

08 May 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The company says that UltraFlix will have over 200 titles in 4K with more incoming. UltraFlix is also coming to Smart TVs & other 4K streamers

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20 million Apple TV boxes sold to date

24 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Tim Cook confirms that 20 million Apple TVs have been sold to date. Rumors about an App Store, game console & Siri voice control persist

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Sony to launch 4K player with 4K Netflix in Europe

24 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Sony now confirms that the 4K player, FMP-X5, will launch in Europe. It has no hard drive, but supports HEVC and 4K streaming from Netflix

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Sony unveils 2nd gen 4K player with 4K Netflix

16 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The new FMP-X10 supports Netflix’s 4K streaming, HEVC decoding, and Sony’s Video Unlimted 4K download service. It is Sony's 2nd gen 4K player

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Amazon prepares for Fire TV launch in Europe

16 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The Fire TV media box that combines streaming TV with a game console is headed for Europe, too, according to a trade name registration

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Xbox One can run Windows 8 apps - TV content coming

08 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The Xbox One can run Windows 8 apps, at least those approved by Microsoft. Microsoft will also produce exclusive TV content for One owners

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Google's official Android TV plans leaked

07 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Google plans to launch the Android TV platform. Android TV will be based on TV apps optimized for the TV screen. it will include games, too

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Samsung's new recorders have wireless audio

04 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Samsung’s 2014 HDD recorders - BD-H8900 and BD-H8500 - have built-in Blu-ray, Smart TV, and Multiroom. The difference is the HDD capacity

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Fire TV vs. Apple TV vs. Chromecast vs. Roku

03 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast or Roku? We compare them hardware, content, and other feature. We have also created a comparison table

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This is Amazon Fire TV - for streaming & gaming

02 Apr 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The Fire TV is a small media box for Amazon’s streaming service as well as Netflix, Hulu & YouTube. It's also a game console. Ships now for $99

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Airtame's wireless TV dongle delayed to October

31 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Because of the overwhelming response the wireless HDMI dongle will be delayed. The plan was May, but the launch is delayed to October

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New Apple TV box to have big emphasis on gaming

24 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Apple is working full-steam on a new Apple TV box that will replace current cable TV boxes. It will also have a big emphasis on gaming

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Google Chromecast expands to Europe & Canada

19 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Chromecast is now available in 11 new countries in much of Europe and Canada. More local apps will become available in the near future

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Logitech's Smart Keyboard controls all your devices

05 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The new Logitech Smart Keyboard can control your Smart TV, media boxes such as Apple TV, and much more. It is available now for $150

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The new Roku streaming stick costs just $50

05 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The new Roku Stremaing Stick connects to TVs with HDMI and costs just $50. It offers access to streaming services such as Netflix via apps

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Xbox One March update will fix 50 Hz TV bug

03 Mar 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Microsoft was in a rush to push out the Xbox One and forgot that most countries actually broadcast TV in 50 Hz – not 60 Hz. An update is coming

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From TiVo founders: the $49 Qplay TV streamer

26 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The idea is to curate videos from different sources, including YouTube, Vimeo, Vine, & potentially services such as Netflix and Hulu

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Android-based Amazon TV box coming in March

24 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Amazon is planning to enter the TV arena with a TV box similar to Apple TV. Sources say that the TV box will launch this March

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HEVC vs. VP9 - Can Google win?

11 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Two formats battle to take over from MPEG4. HEVC is developed by several parties, VP9 is made by Google. But can Google win this war?

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Panasonic's new Blu-ray players & soundbars

05 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

Panasonic has a range of new Blu-ray players coming out in the US & Europe. They have also unveiled new soundbars for various TV sizes

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Now everyone can develop Chromecast apps

04 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The Chromecast SDK is now open to all developers. As a result we can probably expect a flurry of new apps for the small TV dongle

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Apple building its own CDN, possibly for TV & iCloud

04 Feb 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

A CDN is the groundwork for delivering data. It is believed to be tied to Apple’s plans for a move deeper into television

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Xbox One coming to more countries in April - rumor

30 Jan 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The Xbox One will expand to more countries in April and October 2014, according to sources. A white version of Xbox One is also coming

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Rumor: New Apple TV with Game & App Store coming

24 Jan 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The new Apple TV box is expected to launch in the first half of 2014 with a new operating system and possibly an App Store & Game Store

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Sony's 2014 Blu-ray players have TV apps

23 Jan 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

The top-of-the-line model comes with 4K upscaling, and a dual-core processor for TV apps. All of the new players offer access to TV apps

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No 4K Blu-ray at CES, but it is coming by year's end

10 Jan 2014 | Rasmus Larsen |

CES kicked off, and nothing was announced. But the BDA group says that a 4K Blu-ray standard will come - by year’s end. Is it too little too late?

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