Need a break from all that Xbox chatter? You've come to the right place -- well, after about 14 minutes into this episode of the HD Podcast, that is (we were speculating about what the news would be). With that One bit out the way, it's a good time to catch up with us on the general HD side of things. Ben can't believe he's been around long enough to see 25 years of Madden NFL, while Richard contemplates tuning into the CW more often. You know the drill: Stream the banter below or download and subscribe after the break.

Hosts: Ben Drawbaugh (@bjdraw), Richard Lawler (@rjcc)

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 350 - 05.21.13

This may be a slower part of the year for HD news, but we still managed to round up an hour's worth of goodies. It's an onslaught of mostly minor happenings from all the usual major players, along with your two favorite hosts. Stream it below or catch a download after the break.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 349 - 05.14.13

Hulu, Blockbuster, Kaleidescape and Amazon form an odd group of digital video distributors, but they're joined together to open this week's podcast. While Amazon's Lovefilm is HD ready on the PS3 for the first time, Kaleidescape is bringing Blu-ray quality downloads to owners of its high end hardware, Hulu is thriving under unlikely circumstances and Blockbuster... what is Blockbuster doing? Paid subscription rumors for YouTube, news about Comcast's X1 DVR platform are also on deck, press play for the full run down.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 348 - 05.07.13

This week we have a review of the ASUS Cube Google TV, rumors of an Amazon set-top box and Microsoft announcing when it will announce the next Xbox. LG has put its 55-inch curved OLED HDTV up for pre-orders in Korea with a price of about $13K, we'll take a look at the tech before diving into Netflix's "long term view" of the future. Finally, in a blend of traditional TV and modern second screen integration, NBC has announced a new game show with "unprecedented" viewer interaction -- consider us intrigued.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 347 - 04.30.13

New remotes from Logitech and a slew of streaming video news from Netflix, Amazon and Microsoft lead off the podcast this week. Netflix finally has more customers than HBO in the US, so we'll dig into its Q4 numbers and see what's next for the streaming company. Cox, time Warner Cable and Sky all had updates for their mobile apps this week, which presents the question of Android vs. iOS for video streaming. Finally, another city is getting Google Fiber, and once again it's a place neither of us live in -- hopefully the NFL Draft will go better.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 346 - 04.23.13

4K TVs for less than $1,500? That's the new world we live in, as we dive into Ultra HD, next Xbox rumors and more on this week's podcast. Meanwhile, news of the death of Panasonic plasma R&D program was apparently greatly exaggerated, so we'll figure out what to expect from the manufacturer in the future. Finally, we've got a fresh update in the always interesting news category of Dish Network Does Things.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 345 - 04.16.13

Sony kicked off NAB 2013 with some closer-to-mainstream-than-expected 4K pricing announcements, so that's where we'll begin. Is it time to consider buying an Ultra HDTV, and is it worth even thinking about at the 65- and 55-inch sizes? We've also got our review of the Roku 3 to discuss, Netflix's House of Cards on Blu-ray this summer, plus our plans to abandon everything and move to Austin, Texas.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 344 - 04.09.13

Aw, you missed us live? Not to worry, we've got you covered here as usual! This week, Ben continues to highlight his hopes for more à la carte access to shows than channels, while Richard tries to -- sneakily -- double his follower count on Twitter. Oh yeah, and we'll discuss the latest in HD news, from a potential Intel TV service to checking out Panasonic's 2013 lineup with us in NYC. Hear all about it below and subscribe after the break.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 343 - 04.02.13

This week we'll discuss several Ultra HD displays, some of which can be purchased (Samsung's $40K 85-inch LCD and JVC's $261K 8K projector) and some that can't, like Microsoft's sweet 120-inch demo unit. We also take a peek at Sonos' new soundbar, and the changing media landscape with news and rumors about HBO Go, BBC iPlayer, and even our old friend Intel.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 342 - 03.26.2013

Hopefully you tuned into our Engadget HD panel from Expand this weekend, as we kick off this week's podcast discussing some of the topics covered by our guests from TiVo, Sling and Boxee. We also cover Verizon's proposal to pay stations based on how much its subscribers actually watch them, as well as what the future holds for Panasonic's plasma production and Sharp as a whole. Also notable are Fox's plans for a new 24-hour sports channel and news that Netflix may bring 4K streaming sooner than you think, press play to find out more about that and a couple of The Killing spoilers as a bonus.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 341 - 03.19.2013

We've got a pair of new boxes to discuss this week, with the TiVo Mini and Roku 3 both making their debut. While we discuss what they add to the mix (and what they're still missing), other news includes the end of Netflix's public API program and UK pricing for LG's first OLED HDTV. Meanwhile Google Fiber has picked up its first 3D channels and we discuss the importance of Who Framed Roger Rabbit in the history of film as a whole. Finally, we'll remind you to check in Saturday afternoon at 2:15PM for our "How Technology is Changing the Way We Watch TV" panel at Engadget Expand featuring guests from Sling, Boxee and TiVo.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 340 - 03.12.2013

Now that Cablevision is actually suing Viacom over channel bundling, is there a chance that major changes are coming to the pay-TV landscape? We're not entirely optimistic, and most regular listeners may already understand why but we'll lay out the obstacles as they stand (spoiler: money). Still, progress marches on with new developments from YouTube and DirecTV apparently getting ready for its inevitable 4K channels. We also take a look at F1's first 3D broadcast just as LG starts shipping its... unique new laser projector.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 339 - 03.07.2013

Now that Sony has revealed the PlayStation 4 exists (but not much else -- yet) how do we feel about the future of the living room? We'll dig into that, plus some some new home theater related news from Samsung at Mobile World Congress, the return of webOS on TVs and FIFA's acceptance of modern technology and much more, so go ahead and press play.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 338 - 02.26.2013

We're getting the band back together. After we welcome Ryan Block and Peter Rojas back to the fold, we dig into all the news that came out of the AllThingsD conference last week. Sony, Dish, Microsoft, Intel and others had plenty to say, but did we believe everything we heard? We're also on the bleeding edge of a new display technology as OLED HDTVs hit the streets, so we'll make our best guess as to whether mainstream pricing is in the near future. Finally, several connected TV platforms have updates, and the battle for content continues to heat up with customers stuck in the middle -- press play to find out all the details.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 337 - 02.19.2013

This week kicks off with a slew of set-top box news: Dish is shipping its Hopper with Sling DVR, the TiVo Mini DVR is available on Suddenlink and Roku's next media streamer just hit the FCC. Moving onto more modern concerns, second screen apps for events like the Super Bowl, the NBA All-Star game and the Grammys along with more conventional contenders like GetGlue are all over are mobile devices, but are we getting any use out of them? Press play to find out which ones we're happy with and much more.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 336 - 02.12.2013

With the NFL season finally over after the massive spectacle that was Super Bowl XLVII, we're ready to pore over the stats and see how internet streaming, social media and second screen apps affected the big game. Also, Netflix has been in the news heavily with the debut of House of Cards, so we'll dive into its impact so far as a herald of the future of TV and internet video. That's just the start of this week's big news in HD, so go ahead and press play.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 335 - 02.06.2013

Did you miss us? Richard and Ben needed a second dose of recovery time after all the madness from our post-CES podcast, but now we're back to normalcy. This week, we do our best to keep the earnings numbers to a minimum and, instead, focus on topics like the amazing CGI effects from Jurassic Park and Ben's fascination with the moon landing conspiracy debunks. Oh, yeah, and the notable HD news from the past week. All that and maybe more, so get to listening down below.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 334 - 01.28.2013

Here's the good news: Ben and Richard survived the so-named CES Death Flu. Good thing, too, because we're not finished with the onslaught of UHD display tech from Vegas in the least. Among various HD talking points, we've got an interview straight from the slow floor with Sharp's Jim Sanduski about the company's latest TVs. The only thing that might top that is Top Gun remastered in 3D. These, just some of the many highlights from this installment of the Engadget HD Podcast.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 333 - 01.17.2013

Richard and Ben take to the stage once again to discuss the second wave of new releases. Joining them on stage is Ted Head from Silicon Dust who gives us a tour of its latest product. The rest of the deal we're pretty much sure you know. HD news, and lots of it.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 332 - CES special show 2 01.10.13

Richard and Ben take on the first day's news from CES, and it's all got a bit of an HD angle to it. Not surprising since there's lots of HD. Super HD, Ultra HD... whatever HD, it's here at CES. Such is the flow of consumer electronics exhibitions. Get stuck in below to hear all about it, and more.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 331 - CES special show 1 01.09.13

Welcome to 2013, and with CES nearly upon us, we have returned with a new podcast episode to wrap up all the pre-show releases and get ready for what's to come. All the new LG 4K, OLED and laser projector stuff? It's in here, and Samsung's display teases too. We'll even discuss Ben's DirecTV Genie DVR review and the odds of whether the rumored pay-for-only-the-channels-you-want Intel "virtual cable" service launches soon (probably not). The next time you hear from us we'll be coming live from Las Vegas, right now you can press play for our official preview episode.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 330 - 01.03.2013

Flashy new logo, same HD news. We've finally put out our review of Ceton's Echo Windows Media Center Extender and... oh, wait, what's that? There's already an update available in beta for an issue with 1080i video playback, so listen in to find out why this is the overall best Media Center extender available. Also, there's finally official details about Redbox Instant -- for $9 a month users get kiosk Blu-ray rentals and streaming. Press play to get the full scoop on that and the rest of the week's news including Kaleidescape, Amazon and (of course) Apple HDTV rumors.

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 329 - 12.18.2012

It's nearly time for CES 2013, and naturally we're already seeing teases for new products like a 110-inch 4K TV from Westinghouse and LG's first OLED HDTV breezing through the FCC. Just to keep things interesting, Apple CEO Tim Cook is talking TV, while Netflix is all over the news for a number of different reasons. We'll also dig into exactly what the FCC's set-top box IP interface requirement means, why the HDHomeRun Prime's DLNA feature is so interesting.

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00:06:40 Barnes & Noble brings Nook Video to the UK, first to offer UltraViolet in the old country
00:12:00 Netflix 1080p streams no longer called X-High, company credits improved encodes
00:18:07 Sony PlayStation 3 claims top spot as Netflix streaming device of choice
00:23:45 Netflix signs licensing agreement with Disney, will be exclusive US subscription service for first-run films beginning in 2016
00:30:16 Redbox Instant debut delayed
00:34:08 Westinghouse teases 110-inch 4K LED TV, promises more details at CES
00:37:37 LG's first 55-inch OLED HDTV pops up in the FCC's database
00:39:11 Tim Cook changes tune, television now 'an area of intense interest'
00:45:40 FCC clarifies set-top box IP interface requirement and extends deadline to 2014
01:07:00 HDHomeRun Prime is the first CableCARD tuner to deliver live TV to DLNA Devices
01:16:57 Star Trek: TNG Season 3 Blu-ray trailer appears, PADD iOS app gets an update
01:21:27 Must See HDTV (December 10th - 18th)

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Continue reading Engadget HD Podcast 328 - 12.11.2012

Welcome to the Engadget 4K Podcast. We're not changing our name yet but if trends continue we may have to slip an "Ultra" in there somewhere as super high-res news flowed forth last week from Sony, Red and Sharp. We've also got some interesting news from Ceton and a preview of Ben's experience with the Echo, as we say a (not-so) melancholy goodbye to rear-projection TVs. With CES closing in it's also time for leaks, and we've seen two different Google TV devices, plus info about the upcoming Redbox Instant streaming service. There's much more within, so go ahead and press play.

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00:08:35 - Sony's 4K Ultra HD Video Player revealed, COO Phil Molyneux tells us what 'only Sony can do'
00:10:00 - Sony's $25,000 XBR 4K LED Ultra HDTV and tablet remote control hands-on
00:12:50 - Sony unveils price for PMW-F55 and PMW-F5 CinaAlta 4K camcorders
00:13:20 - Redray 4K Cinema Player is ready to pre-order: $1,450 for high-res
00:16:30 - Sharp's first 4K 32-inch IGZO LCD is destined for Japanese workstations
00:18:05 - Ceton releases Windows 8 drivers, Echo set-top box is getting Android inside for the holidays
00:25:50 - Nintendo TVii will launch with the Wii U in Japan on December 8th, IR remote costs $1
00:27:15 - Mitsubishi is ending rear-projection TVs, ceases production of DLP and laser models
00:30:30 - Rovi is shutting down its OTA TV guide service without notice
00:32:10 - Netgear's NeoTV Prime (GTV100) is the latest Google TV box outed by FCC filings
00:33:50 - ASUS Qube with Google TV pops up at the FCC
00:37:45 - Redbox Instant pricing, apps and service details revealed by support site
00:47:10 - Verizon FiOS brings its live TV streaming app to LG Smart TVs
00:50:55 - Verizon and NBCUniversal bring TV Everywhere to even more places
00:51:48 - Sky's Now TV service comes to Roku streaming boxes in the UK
00:54:53 - MediaPortal posts 2.0 alpha media hub and new remote apps, teases 1.3 beta with Titan
00:55:37 - Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Blu-ray set is back on, ships April 2nd
00:57:12 - Must See HDTV (December 3rd - 9th)

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The Wii U has only just arrived (with all of its streaming apps) and we're already discussing rumors for the next generation of Xbox. Meanwhile Comcast is letting users view TV on their mobile devices offline, and Verizon has launched live TV streaming to its iPad app. In sports news YouTube has locked up NBA D-League streaming, while ESPN continues to chase the bigger fish of the BCS Playoff games and the lure of TV money is helping shape conference expansion. We've also got news on a few new things to watch, so press play to listen in. We were having some RSS issues after the redesign, but those should be straightened out now -- if you still notice any problems let us know on Twitter or in the comments below.

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00:11:30 - Rumor: Microsoft preparing set-top box version of next Xbox, to be revealed pre-holiday 2013
00:20:41 - Nintendo Wii U (finally) gets YouTube app, works on GamePad too
00:22:25 - Comcast Xfinity TV Player update adds downloads for offline viewing on iOS, Android
00:25:15 - Verizon FiOS Mobile app for iPad updated with streaming access to 75 channels
00:29:45 - YouTube's biggest sports deal so far will bring live NBA D-League games
00:32:33 - ESPN3 finally comes to Cablevision, WatchESPN 'coming soon' to Optimum TV to GO
00:36:00 - WatchESPN lands on Xbox Live with split screen viewing and more
00:41:30 - ESPN signs dozen year deal for Division 1 college football playoff games
00:46:10 - Big Ten Network carriage agreements may be motivating conference expansion
00:53:50 - Disney to shut down its Online streaming site
00:58:48 - CinemaNow adds Ultraviolet support to some of its movies
01:03:45 - David Attenborough's Galapagos 3D begins airing New Year's Day in the UK on Sky 3D
01:06:39 - Game of Thrones Season Two Blu-ray set arrives February 19th
01:13:00 - Must See HDTV (November 26th - December 2nd)

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Before we take in Thanksgiving and all the football it has to offer, we've got this week's podcast episode. The new Wii U represents Nintendo's official entry into the HD age, so of course we'll discuss it, however with many of its TV-centric features arriving only recently or still awaiting their debut, we still have our doubts. Amazon and Netflix both continue to make moves in subscription streaming, and Google Fiber is finally rolling out across the land. Of course, it's already time for a CES preview and we're ready for the latest Ultra HD news from Samsung (and even a breaking update from Sony.) Press play to find out what's up this week in everything from 4K to Formula 1.

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00:14:20 - Nintendo Wii U review
00:16:22 - Wii U's Nintendo TVii, Amazon Instant Video, and Hulu Plus pushed to December
00:23:58 - Amazon stops testing monthly Prime subscriptions, leaves the results a mystery
00:24:48 - Netflix original series House of Cards gets its first trailer
00:35:17 - Vudu brings HDX 1080p streaming and downloadable movies to PCs
00:40:59 - XBMC 12 'Frodo' Beta 1 appears, includes support for Android, Raspberry Pi, HD audio and more
00:41:55 - Google TV gets voice search and a quick guide to make content discovery easier than ever
00:44:00 - Dish Network's Hopper gets an off-air digital TV tuner, software update packing new features
00:47:04 - Google Fiber installations begin, come with a larger TV channel choice in the bargain
00:48:18 - Elgato EyeTV Mobile ships to the US, brings Dyle live TV tuning to data cap-dodging iOS users
00:55:15 - Samsung bringing 85-inch ultra high definition TV to CES
00:59:29 - Initial projects from 3net Studios include the world's first native 4K TV show
01:03:10 - Formula 1's on-board cameras may switch to HD next season
01:06:20 - Star Trek: Enterprise Blu-ray release next year tipped as fans pick box art
01:09:22 - Must See HDTV (November 19th - 25th)

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After a relatively quiet week, we can take our time on topics like AT&T's U-verse expansion and news that Netflix is accounting for 29 percent of North American internet traffic. We've also got some executive movements at Sony, new HDTVs from Hitachi and the launch of new TiVo features on Virgin Media. For a peek into the future, look no further than a list of theaters supporting 48fps 3D showings of The Hobbit, and the premiere of the new Battlestar Galactica prequel on YouTube before it hits cable and Blu-ray.

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05:43 - AT&T to spend $14 billion over the next three years on broadband
10:22 - Hulu adds Kids section for little streamers, updates PS3 app with renewed remote support
12:05 - Sandvine: Netflix up to 29 percent of North American internet traffic
17:33 - Advanced ticket sales for The Hobbit start, 450 theaters are ready for 48 fps 3D
23:45 - Sony Network Entertainment prez Tim Schaaff retires
25:53 - TiVo TV Anywhere app, multi-room streaming launch for Virgin Media viewers
27:45 - Hitachi intros UltraVision LED TVs with Roku-ready HDMI
31:55 - Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome is coming home any way you want
39:49 - Must See HDTV (November 12th - 18th)

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This week we'll take a look at several different approaches to the future of TV, with a review of the Simple.TV box, a quick preview of Ceton's Echo and the state of CableCARD support in Windows 8. The Boxee TV is also hitting the streets, so we'll take a look at that, as well as word of more sales domination by Samsung. We' also got another non-CFF related update from UltraViolet before we check out this week's TV picks.

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12:30 - Simple.TV review: a set-top box that streams broadcast TV to mobile devices
17:25 - Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender pre-orders are live, ship November 30th for $179
26:50 - The status of official CableCARD tuner support for Windows 8
30:55 - Boxee TV hits Walmart aisles today, flashes more apps, guide webapp and 3 months free DVR service
41:45 - CBS and Hulu make content deal, stream back catalog shows starting in January 2013
44:46 - YouView software update adds surround-sound, faster boot times and grouped recording
46:18 - XBMC 12 Frodo enters development, beta releases expected mid-November
47:15 - Over 1 million Samsung HDTVs sold in the US last month
49:03 - Seagate now a DECE member, supporting UltraViolet
51:56 - Star Trek: TNG S2 Blu-ray detailed ahead of December 4th release
54:11 - Must See HDTV (November 5th - 11th)

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Hurricane Sandy (and a flood of news courtesy of Google, Microsoft and Apple) pushed our podcast back to a Halloween edition, but for some the scariest thing is news that Disney will take over Lucasfilm and its franchises like Star Wars and Indiana Jones. We'll tell you why we're actually encouraged by the development (hint: Pixar), and dive into the latest news about Xbox 360 and SmartGlass, Media center on Windows 8 and Google's connection to your HDTV with Android 4.2. Of course other standbys like Netflix, Roku and TiVo have news for us to discuss and Ben's new laptop means we can record as long as we want. Distribute the credit / blame for this week's XXL-sized edition as necessary, and press play below.

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00:21:43 - Disney acquires Lucasfilm for $4.05 billion, plans more Star Wars movies
00:29:13 - Xbox SmartGlass now available in Google Play, brings console integration to Android
00:34:29 - Microsoft offering free Media Center upgrade to Windows 8 Pro users until January 31st 2013
00:50:58 - Google bumps Android to 4.2, keeps Jelly Bean moniker
00:53:54 - TiVo Premiere fall update starts rolling out with more HD menu screens and a few other tweaks
00:58:49 - Tim Cook: 1.3 million Apple TVs sold in Q4, 5 million for 2012 fiscal year
01:02:50 - BBC iPlayer comes to Sky+, Hell reports incoming frost
01:04:43 - ITV Player revamp brings ad-free TV rentals, keeps the free catch-ups
01:05:25 - Roku update adds cross-provider search over Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, HBO, Vudu and Crackle
01:09:40 - Boxee hands out free Boxee TVs to its most eager cloud DVR fans
01:10:38 - Netflix Q3 2012 earnings: 2 million more streaming subscribers worldwide, $8 million net income
01:12:00 - Open webOS-powered HDTVs said to be on the way from... LG?
01:13:30 - Samsung 2012 Smart TVs get Amazon Instant Video streaming app, synchronicity with your Kindle Fire
01:22:40 - Barnes & Noble bolstering Nook Video catalogue, bringing UltraViolet to the HD and HD+
01:24:45 - LG's 84-inch 4K TV goes on sale in the US for $19,999, home mortgage optional
01:26:42 - Warner, Redbox agree to 28 day delay on disc rentals, UltraViolet support for Redbox Instant
01:29:10 - The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey to receive the Dolby Atmos treatment
01:30:40 - Must See HDTV (October 29th - November 4th)

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The Boxee TV is official, so what do we think of its antenna / ClearQAM broadcast-to-cloud DVR aspirations? We'll dig into that, as well as Simple.TV and Aereo's announcements in the past week. A JVC-branded HDTV is launching with integrated SlingPlayer support, and AMC is finally back on Dish Network. We'll also take a peek at the latest happenings in 3D from 3net and Fox's I, Robot conversion, before digging into Syfy and Trion Entertainment's TV show / video game combo, Defiance.

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00:12:45 - Boxee TV delivers dual-tuners and cloud-based DVR for $99 November 1st
00:28:20 - Simple.TV finally starts shipping to backers, latecomers can still order for $149 and up
00:36:43 - Aereo opens its streaming TV to Mac and Windows web browsers
00:40:00 - MediaPortal posts new beta with new look and CableCARD, teases bigger sequel
00:42:18 - Netflix Watch Instantly is live in Finland, completes Nordic sweep with Norway, Denmark and Sweden
00:46:07 - Lovefilm to start letting users log in with their Amazon info, Kindle owners are up first
00:47:00 - JVC intros 55-inch BlackSapphire LCD TV with 45W virtual surround sound, SlingPlayer
00:48:30 - NPD study finds average display sizes continuing to rise in all areas but laptops and tablets
00:49:50 - CEA officially brands 4K as Ultra HD, gets ready for a flood of new displays at CES
00:55:18 - Dish Network settles Voom HD lawsuit, AMC comes back on the air tonight
01:01:12 - Sony, Discovery and IMAX launch 3net Studios to produce in-house 3D content
01:06:40 - The Expendables 2 Blu-ray ships November 20th and is the first one with 11.1 channel DTS Neo:X audio
01:09:25 - 'Defiance' blends basic cable sci-fi, MMO shooter action when it launches in spring 2013
01:15:00 - Must See HDTV (October 22nd - 28th)

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While we've still got plenty of iPad second screen and streaming video tech to talk about this week, we're leading off with some old classics: FCC rulings, DVRs and Windows Media Center. While the FCC may be helping cable companies kill ClearQAM, is the sacrifice actually worth it? We've also got a look at the final Ceton Echo, and even TiVo is finally opening up its SDK. We reviewed the new Slingboxes this week, and will go over what they got right -- and what they didn't -- before we dig into what's new to watch this week.

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00:10:43 - FCC to allow encryption of basic cable, with a few strings that Boxee approves of
00:27:57 - Boxee TV streaming / OTA set-top box and DVR pics leak out
00:30:22 - XBMC celebrates 10 years, latest build works in mainline PVR and Raspberry Pi support
00:31:20 - Ceton's $179 Echo Windows Media Center Extender is ready to go on sale 'around Thanksgiving'
00:37:30 - Netflix app for Windows 8 now available for download
00:41:00 - Netflix streaming launches in Sweden, lets you get your Bron on+
00:41:54 - Netflix to bring closed captioning to all video content by 2014
00:43:55 - TiVo opens up Developer Channel, lets third parties create apps for your DVR
00:46:27 - Comcast quietly updates DVRs with ability to list stored programs from the web, mobile apps
00:49:20 - NextGuide iPad app continues its fight against boring grids, adds Amazon, gestures and more
00:50:15 - BuddyTV Guide app adds Hulu Plus integration
00:51:15 - Google TV v3 demo video teases better search, mini-guide overlay and tablet control
00:54:26 - Slingbox 350 and 500 review: Sling Media finally upgrades its line of media streamers
01:05:38 - New Starz Play website and apps stream only to Cox customers, but you might not need them
01:07:37 - Must See HDTV (October 15th - 21st)

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Our podcast this week kicked off with a bit of breaking news, going to tape just as pics of an unannounced box from Boxee leaked out. After we decipher the surprisingly conventionally-styled Box we move on to other notable announcements from the week including an update for SlingPlayer on Android, a release date for Netflix's House of Cards and Toys R Us' move into internet video. On a more melancholy note, it appears that the Ceton Q Windows Media Center DVR project has been put on ice -- press play and join us in mourning.

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07:21 - Boxee TV streaming / OTA set-top box and DVR pics leak out
12:44 - Google Play Music and Movies purchasing reaches Google TV, patches a media strategy hole
14:40 - Toys R Us launches family-friendly internet movie service, plans Tabeo access, HD video and more
20:53 - Dish gives up effort to turn Blockbuster into a Netflix competitor
21:58 - LG's Smart TV platform starts renting out Disney 3D movies, offers new buyers $50 worth
23:30 - Netflix schedules its original series 'House of Cards' for release February 1st
26:05 - Cablevision inks deal with The Walt Disney Company, brings WatchESPN and more to subscribers
28:34 - SlingPlayer for Android gets a long-awaited update, adds reminders and better Android 4 video quality
31:15 - Spider-Man Blu-ray comes with a Second Screen app for iPad and Sony's Android tablets
35:47 - Amazon adds closed captions to select Instant streams
37:55 - MythTV updated to 0.26, hints at 'more exciting' 0.27 coming next year
39:20 - Ceton announces slight delay for Echo WMC extender, Q DVR shelved indefinitely
52:18 - Sharp 'Moth Eye' LCD Panel demo shows off future HDTVs with less glare
55:44 - MoviePass launches iPhone app and card combo, takes unlimited viewing to all US theaters
01:01:20 - Must See HDTV (October 8th - 14th)

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It was a great week to stop by your local electronics store, as Logitech and Sling both had products pop up on shelves early. Other than taking a peek at the newest Harmony, we're also digging into the future of Verizon's FiOS TV Media Server and the upcoming Redbox Instant service. Netflix, Zeebox, Sky and YouTube all have mobile apps making news, and with word that cable companies might get into cloud gaming all we can think about is the possible return of Sega Channel. We close things out with the weekly listings and a quick peek at some of our favorites from the new shows.

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09:16 - Logitech Harmony Touch remote pops up unannounced at Best Buy
15:33 - Slingbox 350 and 500 show up unannounced in Best Buy, flaunt 1080p and built-in WiFi
18:05 - Simple.TV clarifies shipping dates, tells backers units will start arriving October 10th
23:15 - Verizon FiOS TV Media Server due in the coming months, delivers content to 3rd party devices
28:54 - Redbox Instant targets launch by year-end, blends subscription streaming and DVD rentals with VOD
34:00 - Netflix Just for Kids comes to iPad, keeps Dora exploring beyond the TV
36:15 - Netflix iOS and Android apps have a remote control easter egg for PS3 owners
37:34 - NFL Network's Thursday Night Football Xtra app comes to Android
38:33 - Zeebox second screen TV companion app crosses over to the US, with a boost from Comcast and HBO
43:05 - Sky+ launches 7-day Catch Up TV, 2TB HD DVRs and adds zeebox extras to its iPad app
44:00 - Sky Sports for iPad update brings second screen to UEFA Champions League, Ryder Cup
45:49 - YouTube for Android update brings preloading to Froyo and Gingerbread, YouTube TV queuing
47:10 - Cable, IPTV providers reportedly testing cloud-based HD gaming for launch next year
50:36 - Fox Broadcast app now available to Xbox Live customers with Dish and FiOS subscriptions
51:34 - Ask Engadget: should companies include a cable with a new product?
53:40 - The Dark Knight Rises Blu-ray officially set for December 4th, limited edition Bat Cowl revealed
56:00 - Must See HDTV (October 1st - 7th)

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The fall TV season is upon us and we have responded accordingly with a plus-size episode of the EHD podcast. We've got a good mix of old and new, with news about DirecTV's DVRs, TiVo settling a patent lawsuit and our review of the Vizio Co-Star Google TV box. The NFL Network is finally on Time Warner Cable, but we pause the celebration to remember NFL Films pioneer Steve Sabol. There's Apple TV, Hulu Plus, HBO Go and Showtime Social updates to go around as well, press play to find out what's new.

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00:14:36 - TiVo settles patent lawsuit with Verizon for at least $250 million, is 'exploring' Redbox Instant support
00:18:30 - Roku Streaming Stick launches in October for $99, Vudu comes to the Roku platform today
00:20:29 - Oppo continues its legacy with two new top end Blu-ray players
00:26:05 - Roku's official iOS and Android remote apps add 'Play on Roku' to stream music and pics
00:27:25 - Apple TV update 5.1 brings shared photo streams and iTunes account swapping, available now
00:29:18 - Vizio Co-Star review
00:34:22 - Vizio's CinemaWide 21:9 HDTVs hit physical store shelves, price slides below $2k
00:35:34 - Netflix for iPhone update adds 'continue watching' bar, more titles to home screen
00:36:02 - Netflix extends new user interface experience to Android phones
00:36:51 - Showtime's second screen iPad app hits 2.0, goes from Social to Sync
00:00:00 - Redbox app for Android updated with a new UI and better filtering, no Instant streaming yet
00:00:00 - Hulu Plus, HBO Go and Max Go apps for Android updated with support for closed captions
00:46:26 - DirecTV Everywhere VOD and live TV streaming finally arrives on the iPhone
00:48:00 - DirecTV HR34 DVR 'Genie' recommendations and autorecording get previewed ahead of fall launch
00:54:00 - NFL Network and RedZone Channel coming to Time Warner Cable
01:01:43 - Microsoft hires former CBS executive to produce original video content for Xbox
01:03:30 - Fox kicks off its Digital HD initiative by joining Google Play and YouTube, offering movies early
01:06:11 - The Dark Knight Rises Blu-ray trailer appears, confirms December 3rd release date
01:07:30 - Tarantino XX Blu-ray set brings 20 years of Quentin, eight movies and ten discs home November 20th
01:09:18 - Must See HDTV (September 24th - 30th)

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We weren't expecting to see the Wii U take the top slot in this week's podcast, but we also weren't expecting the Cardinals to take out the Patriots. We'll get to the bottom of Nintendo's TVii all the same, as well as the latest news from Google Fiber, Ceton and a slew of freshly updated apps. Finally, we'll dive into the first wave of new TV arrivals for the fall, and a few high profile Blu-ray releases for this week.

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14:50 - Nintendo unveils 'Nintendo TVii' for Wii U
18:00 - Here's the company behind Nintendo TVii
20:00 - Nintendo TVii supported by 'all' major US and Canadian cable companies, dish services
21:44 - Google Fiber announces 180 qualified fiberhoods, sets approximate rollout schedule
23:30 - Google Fiber announces qualified areas tomorrow, snags ABC channels including ESPN, Disney
27:26 - Ceton Echo WMC extender beta units set to ship in October, on target for November release
32:31 - Hulu's PlayStation 3 app upgraded, is the first for the living room to deliver the 'new experience'
33:45 - Hulu Plus, HBO Go and Max Go apps for iOS updated with support for closed captions
34:04 - Cox TV Connect for iPad gets remote DVR scheduling, access to the guide at home or away
35:48 - Shazam now rides shotgun with any TV show in the US, gets cozier with Facebook
39:38 - Steam Big Picture beta hands-on
42:54 - Sony reveals HMZ-T2 head-mounted display pricing, launch date and features in Japan
44:32 - Sharp further cuts bonuses and salaries to stay above water, save $180 million
45:51 - Must See HDTV (September 17th - 23rd)

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This week's news includes the rare Common File Format for UltraViolet resurfacing, as well as a new DHD initiative from Fox that could push downloadable movies forward faster than ever before. That's before we even dive into all the news from CEDIA 2012 and take a peek at the just-released Ceton Companion mobile app for Windows Media Center. Also included: where our NFL Pick 'em selections went horribly, horribly wrong and more 84-inch 4K displays than you can shake a stick at.

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09:00 - Fox to sell Digital HD movies three weeks ahead of discs or VOD, Prometheus is first
17:22 - Revamped Flixster.com gives one-stop digital movie access for both UltraViolet and non-UV stores
21:38 - UltraViolet movie format to use Dolby Digital Plus encoding, keep sound thumping across platforms
27:23 - Kaleidescape teases movie download store; brings Rotten Tomatoes, Leonard Maltin to its servers
29:15 - Ceton Companion apps for iOS and Android are available, bring WMC mobile control for $5
33:27 - NextGuide for iPad intends to get you to stop using the grid guide
39:26 - Epson leaves well enough alone with its new Home Cinema projector lineup
40:30 - JVC reveals e-Shift2 4K scaling projectors, promises true 4K LCDs for under $20k
42:15 - SIM2's $158k CinemaQuattro 4K DLP projector is for hundred seat home theaters
43:37 - NHK 8K Super Hi-Vision camera captures native 120Hz footage, we go eyes-on at IBC
44:55 - LG's 84-inch 4K ultra high definition TV goes on sale in the US next month for $19,999
45:15 - Sony's 84-inch 4K Bravia XBR-84X900 goes up for pre-order tomorrow for $25,000
47:42 - Sony sets US pricing for 55-, 65-inch HX950 HDTVs: $4,499 and $5,499
48:22 - Sony unveils two new ES receivers that are the first with Control4 built-in, plus one without
50:26 - Onkyo shows off a few mini audio systems, one amp and Roku-ready receivers
52:22 - Proficient Audio launches MaxTV MT2 speaker box, soundbars start job hunt
53:29 - Motorola launches 10 new set-top boxes at IBC 2012
56:18 - Must See HDTV (September 10th - 16th)

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We have arrived. It is once again pro football time in America, and we couldn't be happier about it (if you have not registered for our official pick 'em league yet, you can do so here, password is EHD12.) But before you enjoy the Cowboys/Giants matchup tonight, we've got a few other treats like our review of the TiVo Stream transcoder, and the many UHDTVs shown off at IFA 2012. Plex is dipping into new revenue streams, so we'll discuss the possible effects of that, and talk about some new apps for your mobile devices like NFL Game Rewind and NBC Sports Live Extra.

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02:20 - TiVo Stream transcoder officially set to go on sale September 6th for $129
02:50 - TiVo Stream transcoder review: TiVo is bringing streaming to mobile devices, starting with iOS
13:18 - NFL Game Rewind apps for iOS and Android tablets appear with coaches film and telestrator features
15:00 - NBC rebrands Olympics app as NBC Sports Live Extra, promises streams for a wider athletic universe
22:10 - Elgato outs smaller EyeTV Mobile for iPhones and iPads, EyeTV Micro for Android
24:09 - HBO Nordic to offer internet streaming subscriptions, no cable or satellite service required
26:46 - Netflix coming to future Freesat satellite TV boxes
28:55 - DirecTV's NFL Sunday Ticket returns to PS3 in time for the upcoming football season
33:00 - Plex launches new Web Client and PlexPass subscription, updates Media Server
35:58 - Samsung Smart TV with Google TV on display at IFA 2012, ships 'later this year'
37:48 - Philips gives 21:9 TVs a wide berth, ceases production to focus on 16:9
38:20 - Panasonic's 103-inch glasses-less 3D plasma panel arrives at IFA
39:48 - Panasonic's 145-inch 8K PDP eyes-on
41:33 - Sony unveils top of the line HX95 HDTV for Europe at IFA 2012
43:44 - Sony launches STR-DA5800ES home cinema AV receiver: true 4K output, 9.2 surround sound
47:52 - Sony HMZ-T2 3D display, heads-in (video)
51:13 - Sony's 84-inch 4K Bravia KD-84X9005 hits the IFA show floor, we go eyes-on
52:35 - Toshiba 84-inch 4K Quad Full HD TV hands-on (video)
53:06 - Haier's Eye-Control TV set, we go eyeballs on
53:47 - Must See HDTV (September 3rd - 9th)

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We have survived. The long hot summer is drawing to an end and as the days again grow shorter that can only mean one thing: football is back. While everyone stocks up on supplies for the longest football Saturday ever we've got a new podcast for you to check out, as we cover the latest TV apps for the Xbox 360, Google TV and even a relaunch of the TV Guide app on iOS. It's also time to look towards the future as IFA 2012 gets rolling LG is already shipping its first 4K HDTV while the ITU has locked down a standard for 8K broadcasts. While we wait for those to become reality we'll be watching the games (and Doctor Who, and the midseason finale of Breaking Bad) in standard HD, while choosing winner in our NFL Pick 'Em league. Click here to join, the ID number is 1955 and the password is EHD12.

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25:37 - NBC News app for Xbox 360 brings streaming show clips to the console
26:30 - US presidential campaign trail winds its way to Xbox Live on August 27th with Election 2012 Hub
28:40 - Sky's Now TV service hits Xbox, beckons you forth with 30 day free trial
32:00 - Google Play Music app updated for Google TV, Play video content now streaming to Chromebooks
33:50 - Netflix inks deal with Weinstein Co.-owned Radius-TWC, films coming to watch instantly next year
35:42 - TV Guide Mobile relaunches for iOS with a new look, links to streaming video and social networks
42:15 - Hulu launches redesigned site with bigger artwork, 'tray-style format' of suggested shows
43:37 - Star Wars Episode II and III 3D re-releases officially dated for theaters in September and October 2013
45:00 - 4K, 84-inch 'ultra' HDTV from LG is ready to start shipping now in Korea, worldwide next month
46:00 - ITU approves NHK's Super Hi-Vision as 8K standard, sets the UHDTV ball rolling very slowly
47:44 - Must See HDTV (August 27th - September 2nd)

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Right on time this week, we've got the return of Apple TV rumors (again), a look at the trend of cable cutting and a surprise of the good kind for digital copies. Second screen TV apps are also in full effect this week with updates from Syfy Network and GetGlue. One more big surprise is the arrival of Avatar on Blu-ray 3D at retail this fall, plus a peek at our back to school guide. Listen in and tell us if you agree with our picks, or just take out your frustration in our fantasy football leagues. If you'd like to join in on the fantasy action leave a comment on this post with your email address, or just joni our Pick 'Em league on Yahoo. The league ID is 19511 and the password is EHD12, the winner will receive our respect, admiration and scorn until next season.

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00:14:40 - WSJ: Apple's TV focus changes to putting cable TV in its set-top box
00:27:10 - Editorial: Cutting the cable cord is a young trend going in the right direction
00:36:35 - Warner quietly extends the expiration dates of digital copies, discs remain ornamental
00:38:07 - Syfy for iPad app adds Sync feature, second screen content launches Tuesday with Face Off
00:40:25 - Ceton's Media Center Companion apps for mobiles hit RC status, add new features
00:44:26 - GetGlue for iPad hits version 3.0: adds personalized guides, show recommendations and alerts
00:49:35 - Next generation of Dolby Digital Plus coming soon to tablets and phones, we go ears-on
00:51:44 - ESPN launches ESPNFC site and apps, updates ESPN Goals with match previews, highlights
00:52:47 - Cablevision set to offer NFL Network, RedZone Channel after finally striking a deal
00:53:50 - Netflix rolls out new 'post-play experience' on web player, PS3
00:55:50 - Netflix Watch Instantly streaming coming to Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Finland this year
00:58:08 - Engadget's back to school guide 2012: HDTV
01:00:30 - Avatar Blu-ray 3D Collectors Edition finally comes to retail in October
01:02:10 - Verizon's Viewdini appears on iOS: works on any network, hunts video from 11 sources
01:02:30 - Must See HDTV (August 20th - 26th)

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After a slight... week long delay we finally have your new episode of the Engadget HD Podcast. If you've been waiting for a Fantasy Football update, existing league members should have invites in their inboxes and our pick-em will launch soon. In actual HD news however, DirecTV has finally experienced a loss of customers, perhaps the cable companies can help it deal with the disappointment. For the remaining subscribers however, the iPad app has some updates, while Cablevision is delivering channels to the Kindle Fire. We also take a peek at Verizon's FiOS Companion tablet and wonder if your TV provider should be in the tablet business, as well as recap the last few weeks of Olympics madness.

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00:13:40 - DirecTV waves goodbye to 52,000 subscribers in first ever net loss of customers
00:13:55 - Time Warner Cable lost 169,000 subscribers, spares DirecTV's blushes
00:17:38 - Aereo unveils free trial and new prices for its NYC-based internet TV service
00:20:17 - Live streams come to Cablevision's Optimum App for the Kindle Fire
00:23:57 - DirecTV quietly updates iPad app, HR34 DVR
00:25:25 - Verizon survey reveals FiOS Companion Android tablet, aka the Motorola Corvair
00:31:34 - AOL HD connected TV app is now AOL On for Samsung, Roku and Sony; TiVo coming soon
00:32:48 - 'Just for Kids' now available on the Xbox 360: Go, Netflix, Go!
00:39:35 - SlingPlayer survey hints at possible expansion to game consoles
00:43:00 - WatchESPN Android app update finally brings access for Comcast subscribers
00:49:22 - Red claims Dragon is 'single most significant sensor in the history of image capture'
00:51:28 - Peter Jackson's 48 fps version of The Hobbit said to be a 'limited release' only
00:53:52 - TiVo Premiere 4 confirmed early, promises a 4-tuner DVR for the masses
00:58:04 - Sony's Nasne TV tuner finally set to go on sale later this month in Japan
01:00:40 - Must See HDTV (August 13th - 19th)

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