Vid-Biz: Blockbuster, GlideTV, Vivu
TiVo Gets Blockbuster On Demand; users can rent popular new release movies a la carte. (release)
GlideTV Launches the “Couch Mouse;” combines keyboard, mouse and AV remote functionality into a small handheld device for those connecting their PCs or PC-like devices to their TV. (GlideTV)
ViVu Raises $3 Million; Series A for the virtual video webcast and collaboration platform. (GigaOM)
Bewkes: NBComcast Not a Great Idea; Time Warner CEO likens the Comcast takeover to his own company’s merger with AOL. (MediaMemo)
Amino Communications Develops IPTV Set-top Box; uses the Atom Processor CE4100 and can deliver digital video from any TV source including over the top. (Broadcasting & Cable)
Glee Gains Big With DVR Factored In; musical show hops up 12 spots to rank No. 25 for Adults 18 – 49 during premiere week. (TV by the Numbers)
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“popular new release movies”
Not really. Miss Congeniality and The Bodyguard came up under “New Releases.”
Oh Dave. Blockbuster will always love you.