The E3 and WWDC news surges have finally calmed, so now we're back into the normal weekly groove. This week, Ben details his time using an Oculus Rift to watch recorded video and Richard attempts to ride out E3 as long as possible with our roundup. All that and more is ready to stream straight to your ears below.

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07:26 - ESPN 3D to shut down citing 'limited viewer adoption', makes room for 4K sports
17:07 - ESPN launches more second screen coverage with golf's US Open
19:51 - Next3D's plan to bring recorded video to the Oculus Rift HD
31:39 - E3 2013 roundup: Xbox One, PS4 and more from the big show
35:20 - MTV iOS app relaunched with full-episode streaming, more video content
36:28 - Netflix streaming user profiles to launch this summer, make account sharing easier
39:18 - Netflix signs up Dreamworks for multiple new original TV series, promises over 300 hours of programming
41:55 - Disney on Demand launches on Amazon's Lovefilm today, adds more titles
44:45 - ITV Player for iOS offering ad-free subscriptions for £3.99 per month
47:48 - Time Warner Cable reportedly offering incentives to keep video content offline
54:54- CRTC to ask Canadians for help in adapting TV regulations to the internet era
56:40 - Must See HDTV (June 17th - 23rd)

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Looking to get away from all the Apple news? Well, as Ben puts it in this episode, "you've come to right podcast" -- if you're all about E3, that is. We're really excited to talk about how the big announcements from this year's gaming show will pertain to our HD wants and wishes. Ben hasn't decided whether to order the PS4 or Xbox, but Richard is considering ordering as many as he can get his mitts on. Of course, that and all the HD news from the rest of the week is ready for streaming below.

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01:18 - WWDC 2013 roundup
24:01 - Microsoft E3 2013 roundup
37:55 - Sony E3 2013 PlayStation briefing roundup
48:48 - Sony to bring original programming to PS4 and PSN
49:32 - Redbox:
Redbox Instant app available for Google TV
Redbox Instant app coming to Roku players this summer
Redbox opens GamingFuture site to discuss rentals for Xbox One, PS4
Redbox Instant, Flixster to join Sony's own live event streaming service on PS3, PS4 and PlayStation Vita
53:11 - Sony's Google TV box gets a refresh, NSZ-GS8 adds voice search ready remote
54:05 - TiVo, Motorola / Google settle DVR patent lawsuit (update: Cisco, Time Warner too)
55:54 - TiVo brings its mobile apps to cable providers, TiVo hardware not required
58:05 - LG shows off a production model 55-inch curved OLED TV
59:38 - Time Warner updates browser version of TWC TV to allow for out-of-home viewing
01:02:23 - Comcast launching Xfinity-branded cloud-based home control, muni-fi services
01:07:57 - Comcast's new X2 platform moves your DVR recordings from the box to the cloud
01:10:40 - Verizon FiOS Mobile arrives on Android
01:11:08 - Must See HDTV (June 3rd - 9th)

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Hulu being up for sale and the weekly Engadget HD Podcast: two things you can likely count on to continue for the forseeable future. Ben's still hopped up from viewing Star Wars movies and Richard, well, he's been watching so many films he can't even remember the ones he has seen. Catch all our banter about the notable HD stories from the last few days by streaming this week's episode below.

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00:20:51 - Fanhattan plans living room invasion with versatile Fan TV set-top box
00:25:17 - Tim Cook: 13 million Apple TVs sold, half in the last year; 'grand vision' for TV
00:35:31 - Roku takes $60 million in funding, wants to be the front end for your TV
00:38:50 - Vudu disc-to-digital home Ultraviolet conversion software leaves beta, comes to Mac
00:44:31 - ASUS announces VivoPC home theater PC packing Windows 8, 802.11ac WiFi
00:46:41 - Comcast's X1 remote app gains voice commands on iOS, Android update in the works
00:48:31 - Dish Social app brings Twitter, Facebook to Hopper DVRs
00:50:10 - DirecTV GenieGO DVR streaming app arrives on Android
00:52:48 - DirecTV reportedly one of three $1 billion-plus bidders for Hulu
00:57:41 - Watch ABC app with live TV streaming comes to Kindle Fire, but not Google Play
01:00:06 - LG announces Korean availability for 55 and 65-inch 4K TVs
01:01:28 - ASUS unveils 31.5-inch 4K monitor ahead of Computex
01:03:29 - Sony will use eyeIO's video compression tech to deliver 4K movies
00:05:04 - Five Amazon pilots get the green light
01:06:21 - Must See HDTV (June 3rd - 9th)

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It was a holiday weekend, but news takes no vacations, and so the HD Podcast soldiered on. Aside from following up on the Xbox One, Ben recalls his time in the import racing scene, while Richard analyzes the totally believable fake physics in Tokyo Drift. All that and the top HD stories from the past week are ready for your listening pleasure below.

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00:01:54 - Xbox One event roundup: Microsoft reveals its next-gen gaming console
00:39:35 - Sony begins testing faster, more efficient video streaming for PlayStation Store
00:42:46 - Samsung, LG join forces with Korean cable companies to push UHDTV content
00:45:15 - LG may bring Google TVs to Korea, China soon; seeing 'good returns' in the US
00:47:30 - Sharp launches two new Aquos 4K LCD TVs into the Japanese market
00:49:54 - TiVo adds MLB.tv in the US today, nears IPTV launch in Sweden
00:55:55 - Report: Yahoo becomes the latest company to place a bid on Hulu
00:58:12 - BBC iPlayer for Android adds support for 10-inch tablets, improves user interface
00:59:35 - Arrested Development season four is ready for viewing on Netflix
01:08:43 - Must See HDTV (May 27th - June 2nd)

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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.

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00:00:51 - Microsoft's New Generation Xbox event (pre-show predictions)
00:05:55 - Sony's not showing its new PlayStation 4 just yet, but here's a taste
00:09:27 - Netflix removes streaming expiration dates from API after 'Streampocalypse' hysteria
00:13:17 - Redbox Instant streaming now available on LG Smart TVs
00:14:55 - Vudu Player update allows movie downloads on iPhone, iPad
00:23:22 - Google TV officially updated to latest versions of Android and Chrome, faster updates promised going forward
00:25:37 - Vudu Player movie downloads on iPhone, iPad
00:31:16 - TCL announces MoVo UD 4K television with Google TV coming later this year
00:32:45 - Google-built media player hits the FCC, reveals only a Hitchhiker's Guide reference
00:34:18 - TiVo brings 'What to Watch Now' feature to its iPad app
00:41:38 - Aereo confirms Atlanta launch on June 17th, will be third city to receive streaming service
00:44:49 - ESPN and Twitter widen their deal for in-tweet video highlights
00:51:07 - The CW will stream TV shows on Apple TV for free, the day after they air
00:53:50 - Madden 25 Anniversary Edition includes NFL Sunday Ticket, exclusive to Amazon
00:59:56 - Must See HDTV (May 20th - 26th)

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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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Nielsen includes Internet viewers for the first time, estimates that there are now 115.6 million TV homes in the US
ABC to add live-streaming to its iOS app with rollout in NYC, Philadelphia
Free TiVo Desktop PC software disappears June 5th, $16 Plus version will remain
Microsoft reportedly developed set-top box prototypes
Ceton InfiniTV CableCARD tuners add six tuner, Ethernet options
Regal outfits almost 6,000 theaters with Sony closed-captioning glasses
Dish Network adds 66,000 broadband, 36,000 TV customers in Q1
Sony's 2012 earnings show a net profit of $458 million, its first since 2008
Netflix for iOS gets new post-play features for uninterrupted series-watching
Netflix updates Player on PS3 with faster scanning and streamlined audio management
Netflix starts streaming Disney movies in Ireland and the UK
NBC renews Community for a fifth season, possibly thanks to Amazon, Netflix
Must See HDTV this week

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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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00:11:27 Hulu Plus comes to Windows Phone today
00:12:09 Hulu: Paid subscriptions have doubled to four million in past year
00:16:26 Blockbuster releases On Demand video streaming app for iOS
00:18:02 Kaleidescape's online video store officially opens, promises Blu-ray quality downloads
00:24:15 Amazon updates Lovefilm Instant with PS3 HD streaming, improved search
00:25:18 Machinima launch for Xbox 360 has us watching more games than we play
00:28:11 NextGuide iPad app update adds second-screen content for USA Network
00:31:25 Nielsen preparing 'Digital Program Ratings' pilot program to track streaming viewers
00:37:24 Comcast gains 583,000 new subscribers, while revenues reach $15.3 billion for Q1 2013
00:41:51 Loewe Reference ID TV hits the UK in July with full customization and a 1TB DVR
00:43:13 Denon releases AVR-X4000 AV receiver with AirPlay, Spotify and 4K video
00:47:52 Financial Times: YouTube is close to launching paid-subscription channels
00:50:05 Vimeo to exclusively carry new Kristen Bell movie the same day as theaters
00:52:40 Sky opts for Hannibal on-demand and Go debut ahead of May 7th TV premiere
00:55:14 Netflix original series 'Orange is the New Black' debuting July 11th
00:57:13 Must See HDTV (May 6th - 12th)

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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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00:08:57 ASUS Cube Google TV review
00:18:41 Microsoft announces Xbox event for May 21st
00:30:01 Amazon reportedly introducing set-top box this fall
00:33:15 Roku 2 menu update gets a new 'end of May' deadline in message to devs
00:34:25 LG will launch the world's first 55-inch curved OLED HDTV
00:40:15 LG Cloud rolling out in over 40 more countries by late May
00:40:52 LG Q1 earnings come in lower than last year, but phone sales are up
00:41:56 Samsung's official Q1 earnings show $6.4 billion in net profit
00:43:30 YouTube now offers more MLB highlights and full archived games
00:46:48 YouTube's first Comedy Week kicks off May 19th, features big-name lineup
00:48:17 Netflix's 'Long Term View' lays out predictions for internet vs. traditional TV delivery
00:59:41 Discovery, TLC apps for iPad add 'Plus' second screen experience
01:02:17 DirecTV adding voice search to its iOS and Android phone apps, beta coming this summer
01:08:49 NBC plans 'The Million Second Quiz,' a twelve-day, 24 / 7 game show
01:12:23 Must See HDTV (April 29th - May 5th)

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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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00:22:04 Logitech unveils Harmony Ultimate and Smart Control universal remote sets for home entertainment heroes
00:28:02 LG's curved OLED displays to arrive in the second half of 2013
00:29:15 SES demos first Ultra HD transmission in more efficient HEVC standard
00:31:22 Netflix updates iOS app with episode selector, new audio menu
00:32:10 Netflix's latest original series 'Hemlock Grove' is available for streaming
00:42:56 Amazon unleashes 'Pilot Season' with 14 original shows
00:43:46 Microsoft reportedly looking to revive 'Heroes' TV show on MSN/Xbox
00:46:44 Flixster is now on the Xbox 360, UltraViolet library in-hand
00:49:23 BBC iPlayer viewing on tablets overtakes that on phones
00:51:51 TWC TV iOS app updated for TV streaming away from home
00:52:53 WhereverTV streaming service still exists, is now available on iOS
00:54:32 Cox TV Connect for Android launches, brings live TV streaming to 'select' tablets
00:55:44 Sky Go for Android now streams to the HTC One, Galaxy S 4 and Xperia Z
00:58:18 Provo, Utah is the third city to get Google Fiber
00:59:28 Arris closes deal to buy Motorola Home cable and internet biz from Google
01:01:28 Must See HDTV (April 22nd - 28th)

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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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00:07:14 Comcast to encrypt basic cable channels, require set-top box for all content
00:24:58 Next Xbox rumors point to HDMI passthrough and cable TV integration
00:33:13 Roku passes 5 million players sold in the US, shows off with a few more stats
00:36:12 Boxee TV becomes Boxee Cloud DVR, adds free 'Basic' DVR service
00:38:30 ASUS Qube to launch on April 23rd, says GTV Source, will cost $129
00:41:36 LG adds PayPal to its smart TV platform for faster app purchases
00:48:44 Dish Network bids $25.5 billion for Sprint, goes head-to-head with Softbank
00:50:18 Seiki officially prices its 50-inch 4K TV at $1,500 with a late April launch
00:58:45 Panasonic reveals pricing for (most) 2013 HDTVs, puts plasma R&D on ice
00:59:22 Panasonic buries rumors of plasma TV's death
01:08:08 Panasonic prices and ships its first media streamers, newest Blu-ray Disc players
01:13:38 Must See HDTV (April 15th - 21st)

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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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00:13:19 Sony announces pricing for 55- and 65-inch 4K TVs, shipping April 21st
00:25:41 Sony unveils 30-and 56-inch professional 4K OLED monitor prototypes
00:28:56 Sony announces $699 FMP-X1 4K media player and distribution service
00:32:11 Roku 3 review: our favorite media streamer, and the simplest to use, too
00:42:02 Visualized: Seattle Mariners unveil 'largest screen in Major League Baseball'
00:45:39 Rumors suggest Austin, Texas is next up for a Google Fiber rollout
00:50:30 Google TV Remote app for Android gets its first update, with voice search and design tweaks
00:52:42 Warner Archive Instant launches, offers subscription to stream classic movies and TV shows
00:56:04 Fox threatens to become a pay-TV channel if courts greenlight Aereo, probably doesn't mean it
01:00:44 Epix hits PlayStation 3 today, arriving on Vita in coming weeks
01:02:41 WWE pay-per-view events coming to Xbox Live
01:05:38 Cyberlink's PowerDVD 13 universal media player for Windows 8, iOS, and Android has an improved UI and 4K support
01:07:59 Netflix for Windows Phone 8 updated with support for 720p displays
01:09:05 Netflix confirms May 26th launch date for new Arrested Development season
01:10:50 Netflix's House of Cards comes to Blu-ray in June; second screen feature tweaked on Android
01:16:56 Must See HDTV (April 8th - 14th)

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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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00:00:34 - Last week's comments
00:08:19 - Explore Panasonic's 2013 lineup w/ Engadget in NYC
00:09:26 - Panasonic restructuring plan
00:11:45 - Aereo court battle win
00:16:58 - Slingbox 500 firmware update
00:19:29 - Google TV PrimeTime welcomes Amazon Prime
00:21:47 - BBC iPlayer's open source TV Application Layer
00:24:12 - Boxee TV DLNA access, on-device DVR management
00:26:29 - Wii U speed improvement update coming soon
00:29:27 - New Xbox Live content
00:30:49 - Microsoft reportedly selling MediaRoom IPTV to Ericsson
00:33:24 - HDHomeRun Prime firmware featuring DLNA streaming
00:35:16 - Bloomberg: Intel nearing TV service deals
00:38:15 - Netflix's sci-fi series, Sense8
01:01:11 - Must See HDTV (April 2nd - 7th)

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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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00:15:38 Samsung announces pricing for S9 UHD TV: $39,999, shipping in late March
00:20:52 Toshiba showcases 2013 AV range and updated Cloud TV platform
00:22:56 Visualized: Microsoft's homegrown 120-inch 4K television
00:26:56 JVC will launch its first (sort of) 8K projector later this month in Japan
00:29:40 Panasonic 2013 Smart TVs wield Nuance Dragon TV
00:32:08 Sonos Playbar review
00:33:58 Sonos offers up same bass, less shine with limited edition matte black Sub
00:36:05 ThinkFlood closes shop
00:40:05 Plex for iOS 3.1 brings a mobile media server, deep content filters
00:41:43 HBO CEO casually mentions standalone HBO Go option for broadband subscribers
00:49:18 BBC commissions first iPlayer-exclusive drama
00:51:30 Redbox Instant app for Xbox 360 goes live for Gold subscribers
00:52:50 Intel launches Media Server Reference Design to speed up set-top box creation
00:58:02 NYT: ABC crafting live streaming app for tablets, phones
01:01:11 Must See HDTV (March 25th - 31st)

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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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00:12:30 Live from Expand: Reprogramming: How Technology is Changing the Way We Watch TV
00:22:49 Verizon in talks to charge for TV channels based on real viewing time
00:37:28 Nikkei: Panasonic may end plasma HDTV production soon
00:41:53 Sharp will miss deadline for $60M Qualcomm investment, is getting an extension instead
00:43:32 Sony's 2013 HDTVs start shipping, quantum dots are on the way
00:45:48 March Madness Live apps are free this year, stream all the games -- if you have cable
00:47:39 Fox mobile apps add TV Everywhere streaming, 24-hour sports network due this fall
00:54:48 XBMC team starts work on version 13 'Gotham', breaks down new UPnP, Android updates
00:55:52 Plex client project for Raspberry Pi gets a fresh update and its own site to call home
00:57:12 Facebook sharing comes to Netflix users in the US
01:05:55 Redbox Instant exits private beta and launches to the public
01:07:12 Netflix wants 4K streaming in one to two years, House of Cards to lead the way
01:12:04 Netflix snags global streaming rights for The Killing season 3, after it airs in the US
01:16:00 CBS tries multi-stage syndication for The Good Wife on Amazon Prime, Hulu Plus and TV
01:18:16 AMC launches Yeah! movie service, promises exclusive content and enthusiastic punctuation
01:20:36 Must See HDTV (March 18th - 24th)

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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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00:07:44 TiVo Mini review
00:33:53 Roku 3 goes on sale tomorrow for $99 with upgraded CPU and a new UI
00:40:51 Time Warner Cable's TWC TV app is now streaming on Roku
00:42:19 Rovio adds TV channel to its games, launches Angry Birds Toons on March 17th
00:47:08 Netflix changes its public API program by ending it, will no longer issue new dev keys
00:52:01 Movie studios sign on for satellite-based digital delivery to theaters
00:54:16 LG ships its MT93 Personal Smart TV to your dorm this March
00:56:54 LG's 55-inch OLED HDTV gets UK launch details: £9,999, ships in July
00:57:49 DirecTV Android tablet app knows it's late, makes suitably low-key entrance
00:59:03 Google Fiber TV channel lineup sees its first 3D additions with 3net and ESPN3D
00:59:57 Zotac's StreamBox and RAIDbox build upon the ZBOX's HTPC pedigree
01:01:24 Barnes & Noble signs licensing agreement with MGM, Lionsgate, National Geographic and more for Nook Video service
01:02:34 Amazon adds another original kid's program with high-profile pedigree
01:03:50 Must See HDTV (March 11th - 17th)

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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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00:05:32 Cablevision files antitrust suit against Viacom over programming bundling
00:18:32 Amazon corrals FX's Justified to exclusive Prime Instant Video deal
00:21:38 Xbox 360's first exclusive movie, Pulp, launches today
00:25:18 Hulu part-owners Disney, News Corp. reportedly discuss buying each other out
00:29:03 TMN Go launches on iOS and the web, brings HBO Go-style experience to Canadians
00:32:14 YouTube for iOS adds send-to-TV pairing, lets you skip the media hub
00:41:16 DirecTV scores a batch of 4K TV trademarks, content remains a pie in the sky
00:42:49 Telefonica shows off streaming 4K video on home fiber
00:43:58 Sky broadcasts Barcelona Grand Prix testing in 3D, we go take a look
00:47:35 LG Cinema Beam short-throw laser projector and 100-inch screen released in Korea
00:00:00 Premier League adopts goal-line tech, puts armchair pundits in tailspin
00:00:00 Must See HDTV (March 4th - March 10th)

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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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00:24:30 Sony details PlayStation 4 specs: 8-core AMD 'Jaguar' CPU, 6X Blu-ray
00:31:41 The PlayStation 4 can output in 4K, but not games
00:35:31 Samsung Video Discovery hands-on
00:37:30 Samsung HomeSync Android TV box packs 1TB HDD, dual-core CPU
00:40:45 LG acquires webOS from HP, plans to use it in smart TV platform
00:43:31 LG shows off Wireless Ultra HD video streaming from phone to TV at MWC
00:44:55 KDDI Remote TV delivers Blu-ray DVR video to PCs and smartphones
00:46:18 Ceton reveals Android, Windows Media Center integration details for its Echo
00:50:27 Sony NSZ-GS7 update brings Google TV's newer voice search and YouTube perks
00:51:56 XBMC now available for Apple TVs with software update 5.2
00:53:26 Netflix 3.0 for iOS brings the zoom icon back, adds more UI improvements
00:57:41 Nickelodeon releases Nick app for iPad
01:00:45 HBO Go for Android adds HDMI video output, at last
01:01:38 CNN finally adds live TV streaming access to its Android phone app
01:04:09 Nielsen ratings expand definition of TV households to include internet-only viewers
01:09:28 FIFA confirms goal-line tech will be used at the 2014 World Cup
00:00:00 Must See HDTV (February 25th - March 3rd)

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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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00:19:32 Aol acquires gdgt: get those engdgt puns out of your system today
00:25:42 Sony Entertainment's Michael Lynton praises the DVR for enabling an 'explosion in creativity'
00:32:55 Dish's Charlie Ergen on wireless dreams, ad skipping, à la carte programming and more
00:37:13 Microsoft talks plans for premium content production, details Xbox 360's transition to an 'entertainment console'
00:39:44 Intel confirms new internet-based television streaming product, 'working with entire industry' to launch this year
00:43:33 Eric Kessler announces AirPlay support for HBO Go and Max Go apps, says à la carte HBO access still isn't economically viable
00:49:50 LG's 55-inch OLED HDTV ships in Korea next week, has 100 pre-orders so far
00:52:32 LG Display invests $655 million to expand OLED HDTV mass production next year
00:54:45 Samsung Display drops injunction request against LG Display, moves closer to OLED peace
00:56:45 Red sues Sony over patents, wants disputed F-series cameras 'destroyed'
00:58:14 Vizio Co-Star update brings new Google TV UI, native Amazon and Vudu
01:00:16 TiVo Premiere now loaded with Flingo LaunchPad, nets more than 70 video apps
01:02:49 Western Digital unveils WD TV Play streaming box, directly competes with Roku
01:04:45 Raspbmc 1.0 brings stable media center duties to your Raspberry Pi
01:06:45 Seas0nPass jailbreak and aTV Flash (black) version arrive for Apple TV 5.2, bring Bluetooth keyboard compatibility
01:07:31 Amazon expands CBS content on Prime Instant Video, lands an Under the Dome exclusive
01:09:42 Amazon to spice up Lovefilm with BBC and original content, serve it to Bravias in HD
01:10:10 Comcast grows in Q4, buys the rest of NBCUniversal and rolls out more new DVRs
01:13:04 Netflix and DreamWorks to launch original show for kids in December
01:14:08 Now you too can watch Valve's Gabe Newell and Bad Robots' J.J. Abrams talk about storytelling
01:15:00 Must See HDTV (February 18th - 24th)

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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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15:32 Dish ships Hopper with Sling DVR to livestreamers across the US
18:52 TiVo Mini DVR extender launches on Suddenlink, gets rental pricing
20:40 QNAP adds NAS lines with XBMC support, skips the home theater middleman
22:28 Roku 4200X appears in FCC filing, shows off smaller footprint
27:55 Boxee TV web app gets autocompleting searches, revamped recordings view
31:11 Plex unveils 'massive' Plex/Web update, Windows 8 app tweaks and more
32:11 GetGlue update brings personalized guides, feeds and new ads to iPhone
36:46 NBA offers its first free event app to track the All-Star Game through Android, iOS
39:49 NBCUniversal dissolves G4, rebrands it as 'The Esquire Network'
41:38 Sony Pictures renews Starz exclusivity agreement, locks in until 2021
43:17 BBC to try offering shows on iPlayer before TV
46:37 Time Warner Cable adds on-demand content to its TWC TV website
47:18 Sony posts a net loss of $115 million for Q3, stays on track for full-year operating profit
52:12 Valve working with J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot on game and movie collaborations
54:09 Sky will broadcast final preseason F1 tests in 3D to UK viewers
58:45 Must See HDTV (February 11th - 17th)

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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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00:14:00 Totally blow out the big game! Super Bowl XLVII
00:24:10 Super Bowl XLVII live stream notches 3 million unique viewers, breaks records
00:28:26 Twitter snaps up Bluefin Labs to develop new TV experiences, ad opportunities
00:29:37 Liberty Global buys Virgin Media for $23.3 billion
00:30:35 Editorial: Is that Kevin Spacey behind all those Apple products?
00:39:11 Netflix now streaming 'House of Cards' season premiere at no cost, hopes you get hooked
00:54:19 VESA outs latest DisplayPort Dual-Mode 1.1 standard with 4K HDMI support
00:55:09 Blockbuster On Demand gives streaming a second chance, with odd limitations
00:55:55 Vudu brings disc-to-digital UltraViolet conversions home to beta users
00:58:14 XBMC 12 Frodo launches in finished form with support for Android, live TV
01:00:08 FCC filing reveals Apple TV model A1469 with slightly smaller dimensions
01:01:37 Nintendo's Iwata acknowledges slow Wii U sales, but no price drop is coming
01:03:55 Google Maps and TiVo integration on Nintendo Wii U delayed beyond January
01:05:16 THX releases iOS app for calibrating your home theater's visuals and audio
01:11:35 Dijit acquiring Miso, plans to give you even more to do while you watch TV
01:12:23 MoviePass app comes to Android with $30/mo theater access, caveats
01:15:52 AT&T rebrands U-verse Live TV as Mobile TV, plans start at $10 per month
01:19:30 LG's Q4 earnings show a narrow yearly net profit of $80.75 million, improved income for all divisions
01:20:35 Sharp manages an operating profit in Q3, but forecast remains cloudy
01:22:01 Must See HDTV (February 4th - 10th)

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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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00:16:11 - Japan plans to broadcast 2014 World Cup in 4K / ITU approves the H.265 video format
00:27:53 - LG has found 300 homes for its $20K, 84-inch, 4K TV in Korea so far
00:28:59 - Apple TV software update brings Bluetooth keyboard support, music from iTunes in the Cloud
00:33:08 - HDHomeRun Prime beta update for DLNA streaming is live
00:38:37 - 'User friendly' XBMC for Android build rolls out for set-top boxes and mobile devices
00:46:28 - Sony Entertainment Network web store now live in North America and Brazil
00:49:43 - Netflix and YouTube's DIAL promises to be open alternative to AirPlay
00:52:48 - Netflix streaming most dominant on HDTVs, more than double PC and tablets
00:56:25 - Netflix Q4 earnings show 2 million new customers streaming in the US, 6 million total internationally
01:03:37 - Samsung reports $8.27 billion in profits for Q4 2012
01:03:56 - AT&T lost $3.9 billion in Q4 2012, earned $7.3 billion profit for the year
01:04:08 - Verizon adds 'record-high' 2.1 million subscribers in Q4 2012, but still makes a loss 01:04:28 - Logitech Q3 earnings reveal plans to sell off Harmony remote, video security divisions
01:14:05 - Jurassic Park 3D Blu-ray comes home April 23rd after its one-week theatrical return 01:21:10 - Lucasfilm postpones Star Wars Episode II and III 3D, focusing on Abrams-directed Episode VII 01:30:01 - Must See HDTV (January 28th - February 3rd)

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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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00:02:53 - CES Interview: Sharp's Jim Sandusky -- Richard Lawler, Ben Drawbaugh - Engadget HD
00:25:06 - CES 2013: Best in show
00:31:21 - CES 2013: HDTV and connected devices roundup
00:42:40 - Second screen TV companion apps / Editorial: The state of the second screen
00:52:36 - Ultra HD TVs stole the show at CES 2013, but they're just part of the puzzle
01:11:05 - Quantum dots / Sony Triluminos
01:15:18 - Comcast invests $150 million in Arris
01:18:34 - LG streaming Smart Sound Bar eyes-on
01:20:08 - Netflix lands deal for Turner and Warner Bros. TV series beginning in March
01:22:27 - Top Gun Blu-ray 3D details revealed

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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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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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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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00:04:34 Engadget's CES 2013 Preview: Displays
00:10:03 Samsung will showcase its Smart TV Evolution Kit at CES 2013
00:13:25 Samsung teases 'whole new Smart Hub' on Flickr feed, CES launch confirmed
00:15:10 Shocker: Samsung introducing new HDTV at CES, albeit with 'unprecedented new shape'
00:21:45 LG 55-inch OLED TV available for pre-order in Korea this week, ready to ship next month
00:24:20 LG details LCD, plasma HDTV lineup for 2013: 4K, Miracast, NFC, WiDi and more
00:30:05 LG Display is bringing Ultra HD TVs in multiple sizes, high res mobile screens and more to CES
00:31:25 LG 'Hecto' laser TV projector to debut at CES 2013
00:35:14 LG's 2013 AV lineup puts NFC into Blu-ray player, 9.1-channel home theater
00:39:45 Westinghouse 110-inch 4K TV to ship alongside 65, 55 and 50-inch models in Q1
00:40:40 GigaOM: Intel Media TV service won't launch at CES, but it is coming soon
00:46:15 Video-streaming Xmas cheer restored for Netflix users as AWS outage gets fixed
00:50:28 Best Buy's CinemaNow opens home disc-to-digital program, makes cloud copies of DVDs for a fee
00:52:13 Nintendo TVii gets TiVo support in January, hoping to support other DVRs 'in the future'
00:55:40 DirecTV Genie whole-home DVR review
01:09:34 DirecTV 'price adjustment' will raise rates about 4.5 percent in February
01:12:10 Redbox Instant beta invites slowly start rolling out, iOS and Android apps appear
01:14:48 Vudu launches movie streaming / downloads to Android tablets, Xbox 360 app supports 1080p
01:17:40 Google sells Motorola Home cable and internet box business to Arris for $2.35 billion
01:21:00 Must See HDTV (December 31st - January 6th)

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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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00:16:40 Kaleidescape Movie Store opens with Warner and UltraViolet, promises Blu-ray quality and extras
00:20 :32 Redbox Instant headed to iOS, Android, many other devices
00:26:26 WSJ reports Apple has tested TV designs
00:31:32 Netflix's ISP rankings confirm the expected: Google Fiber is 'the most consistently fast ISP
00:35:16 Verizon adds NFL Network and NFL RedZone to FiOS TV Online
00:36:49 A&E debuts video streaming app for iPad
00:39:16 Amazon Instant Video streaming app now available for iPhone and iPod touch
00:40:48 Amazon Cloud Player arrives for Roku boxes, Samsung Smart TVs
00:42:31 Twonky Beam update for Android, iOS streams to Roku, Xbox 360
00:43:32 Favi's Android-packing SmartStick finally shipping to give any HDMI-equipped TV a brain
00:47:50 AOL On comes to TiVo, delivers (more) video content to the DVR
00:49:17 Ceton Echo Windows Media Center Extender review
01:02:01 MediaPortal 1.3 hits beta, scores new Titan UI
01:04:19 Nielsen teams up with Twitter to create social TV ratings
01:09:53 CALM act goes into effect today, should keep TV commercial breaks quieter
01:12:30 Must See HDTV (December 19th - 23rd)

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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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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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