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For Windows Mobile users only, Microsoft has released an awesome a download called Mobile Netflix Mobile, which is available for free for a limited time. Get it while it's hot! — Lifehacker This is amazing! Check out 10 of the geekiest music videos of all time. "Praise You" gets me every time. — Gizmodo The Tweetlite will display your Twitter stream in LED flashes of Morse code. Sounds like Read more
After securing its own original series earlier this month, things seem to be changing for Netflix. Showtime recently announced changes to its Netflix deal that excludes new show episodes from being available on Netflix streaming shortly after they air. Now, Starz has followed suit, declining to add their content to Netflix streaming the day after they air. As networks start to see Netflix as a Read more
Well . . . this is a first. Apparently, Netflix won a bid for the new David Fincher-Kevin Spacey drama series, House of Cards. Netflix is rumored to have offered a two-season, 26-episode commitment in a deal that is believed to be over $100 million. This marks a major first for the company: original content. With so many streaming options from gaming consoles to mobile devices and most recently Read more
It's true — there will soon be a Martha Stewart comic book — The Mary Sue 4 useful resources for using instant Netflix — Unplggd Foursquare hits 10 million users — Dvice Professor Layton to go mobile this year — CrunchGear Retro-styled book "Celebrity Vinyl" features David Hasselhoff — PopCandy Read more
Google officially announced its update for the Google TV platform today, which will make the service a smoother and more beautiful experience for users. Amongst the big changes, Google TV now has a simple interface for scrolling through apps and shows, while the home screen can be customized with your favorite content. Additionally, searching for shows is easier across the Internet and your cable Read more
Here's a guide to installing Netflix on most Android devices — MobileCrunch Will the next iPod nano run a software with games? — Gizmodo Yep. A group of people taste-tested all the wacky pizza combinations from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles — The Mary Sue Read more
Good news for those wishing to stream movies online: Hollywood movie studio Miramax joins the streaming media crowd with the launch of a Facebook app called Miramax eXperience. For $3, rent any of the available movies, like Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill (in addition to previously mentioned Doctor Who episodes) for commercial free viewing on Facebook, iPad, and GoogleTV. Miramax's foray into Facebook Read more
Walmart announced today its streaming media service, VUDU. The company bought VUDU in 2010 and has finally integrated the HD digital media rental company into the Walmart website. The service is accessible through the VUDU page on Walmart's website or from VUDU-enabled devices like certain HDTVs, Blu-ray players, or PlayStation 3. Customers do not sign up for a subscription, but rather pay per Read more
A recent study from Mashwork shows that women use Netflix more than Hulu Plus. According to the study, 48 percent of female respondents use Netflix, while only 24 percent use Hulu Plus. Though there are pros and cons of each (including catalogues, commercials, and quality) both services truly allow TV and movie fans to save a few bucks on a cable subscription since you can get your favorite shows Read more
