The 3rd generation Apple TV was released back in March of this year and there’s still no jailbreak for the set-top box on the horizon. Jailbreaking Apple TV opens up the device to third-party apps and plugins like XBMC & PLEX media centers, NitoTV, Amazon videos, web browsing and much more. Jailbreaks are typically released…
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Apple has been rumored to start selling a Apple television (not just a set top box) for years but when you put together all of the information released over the last few months, it’s looks likely we will finally see it next year. Possibly the strongest evidence is from Steve Jobs himself when he told…
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Apple has released an update for its second generation Apple TV software today that introduces a few new features. The 4.3 software update is available now and it will allow you to stream TV shows in HD you purchased through iTunes, along with providing access to internet video site Vimeo. The new TV show streaming…
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Roku has unveiled the Roku 2, which comes in 3 different models. The entry level HD will retail for $59 and support 720p HD video. The XD at $79 will gain 1080p video, and enhanced 1080p playback support and Dolby 5.1 surround sound for Netflix videos. The XS will cost $99, and includes all features…
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Jailbreakers and iOS developers have been working hard on the new Apple TV since it was released a few months ago and progress is being made. Shortly after it was released, it was confirmed that the second generation Apple TV runs on iOS and was jailbroken shortly after it was released. The problem is there…
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After using the new and improved Apple TV, here’s a few things that impressed me and some things I found disappointing. The first thing that I found impressive is the size. I knew it was small but when I took the device out of the box, I was still surprised just how small it was….
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Apple has updated the free Remote app for iPad and iPhone. The Apple Remote app allows users to control iTunes and Apple TV using your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. It’s nice to see Apple has finally updated the app, so that the UI is optimized of the iPad. The previous version would work on…
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The new Apple TV is smaller, less expensive, and relies on streaming for all of it’s content. Here’s what you get for $99 with the new Apple TV; Apple’s A4 Chip ( the same as the iPad and iPhone). Built-in in 802.11n Wi-Fi Built-in IR Receiver Aluminum Apple Remote HDMI Port, Optical Audio Port, Ethernet…
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A hotly anticipated redesign Apple TV is said to have in progress for Apple TV, which will incorporate a new renovated remote control. Another model of the set-top streaming box due not long from now will accompany another remote that will include a touch pad for exploring the interface, an unidentified Apple representative told The…
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It looks like there is hope on the horizon for fans of the Apple TV. The Apple store went down earlier this week for several hours which prompted people to wonder what was going on. Was the store hacked or was it simply a system update? Well it appears that that it was an update,…
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Apple and third-party developers have created multiple ways to connect the screens in your house. Apple has solutions for the four most important screens you own and there are ways to connect just about all of them over your wireless network. AirPlay from an iPad or iPhone to Apple TV or a Mac AirPlay lets…
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One of the coolest new features of iOS 5 is AirPlay Mirroring. AirPlay Mirroring allows users to display everything on their iPad 2 or iPhone 4S wirelessly to their HDTV via Apple TV. There is no HDMI cable required. With the iOS 5 update suddenly everything on your iDevice is AirPlay compatible. This is useful…
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