YouTube's slow dance with high-definition content has picked up a bit of speed with the introduction of an "HD"-only section and another wider video screen that looks quite good. YouTube, you probably recall, played around with low-grade high-definition video before surprising users last month with a widescreen player used for all videos. That … [Read more...]
Joost P2P model gone in a Flash
Online TV and movie service Joost has abandoned its core concept, P2P distribution, redirecting subscribers to the the company's Flash-based web site. The company said it wanted its users to have a "common experience." The move, announced via email, follows the crowd to browser-based video -- like the big boys YouTube and Hulu. joost.com … [Read more...]
tv.com does a rerun on Hulu design
You know, that brand-new redesign for CBS Interactive's tv.com looks a bit familiar. Make that a lot familiar. Hmmmm. Apparently, Hulu's influence on the online video industry doesn't end with its business model and format for streaming content -- now it's the wide-open design as well. Man, that's bold of CBS. Almost note for note. At least they … [Read more...]
Veoh Player rubbing out VeohTV
Veoh's move to a web-based browser is nearly complete, with the online video service shutting down most of its VeohTV system. Meaning viewers won't be downloading and launching a resources-draining proprietary system. Veoh's users have been getting a stream of email throughout the transition period, talking up the web-based Veoh Player. … [Read more...]
YouTube thinks wider is better
YouTube's flirtation with widescreen images and high-definition has bloomed into a full-scale romance. Have a look, courtesy of our animal friends Big Buck Bunny (an HD toon) and Charlie the Unicorn (widescreen with the quality upgrade). Now check out the downside, via another online video critter. As you can see, YouTube today expanded to … [Read more...]
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