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The Logitech Revue is Sold Out – New Remotes are on the Way
Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Logitech, Logitech Revue, Google TV (all tags)
Logitech is getting back to doing what it does best.
The Revue, while an interesting idea and a risk that could have paid off big, wasn’t a winner for Logitech. The company had to drop the price shortly after release and has only just now sold out of Revue units. They’ve already announced that they’re getting out of the Google TV game and getting back to the usual Logitech business – remotes.
The company has revealed that several of its remotes will be getting a refresh in 2012. Among the new remotes will be a follow-up designed to replace the Harmony One. Logitech admits that they’re a little late getting around to making new remotes, so they’re hoping the launch will spur on sales.
It’s unlikely that we’ll see Logitech take such a large risk again in the near future since this one damaged them significantly.
Source: Engadget
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SlingPlayer Launches for Google TV
Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 07:30 PM ETTags: Google TV, SlingPlayer, Logitech Revue (all tags)
Remote TV viewing is now available for both Sony and Logitech Google TV products.
Google TV had a rough start, but there's starting to be some real movement thanks to an operating system update and a few new apps. The latest to be introduced to Google TV is the SlingPlayer.
They're calling it the SlingPlayer for Logitech Revue - it works on the other platforms so we're not sure why - and it allows you to do the things that you'd expect from a Sling app. You can watch the shows playing or recorded at home from anywhere you have an internet connection.
The SlingPlayer is available as a free download on Google TV now.
Source: Engadget
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Logitech CEO Says There Will be No Revue 2
Mon Nov 14, 2011 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Logitech, Logitech Revue, Google (all tags)
He says the idea is great, but it's just not something that Logitech is going to pursue.
Let's just put it out there. The Logitech Revue was a complete flop. It was priced too high, the software didn't work right, and sales reflected the disappointing final product. After a significant price cut and an operating system update things may improve, but it's a bit too late for that.
Logitech's new CEO Guerrino De Luca says there's not going to be a followup to the Revue. The marketing push behind the box, the development costs and the lack of sales cost the company quite a bit of cash.
Interestingly, he says that the Google TV concept is right on the money and that it's going to find itself as a success eventually. That, or whatever comes after it. Still, he says that it's not the sort of thing that's in Logitech's future. In terms of peripherals and accessories though, Logitech will be right on board.
Source: Engadget
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Google TV Update is Coming Next Week
Mon Oct 31, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Google TV, Android, Sony Internet TV, Logitech Revue (all tags)
The long awaited Google TV 2.0 is coming in early November, packed with new functionality.
When Google TV first launched, there was a lot of excitement about all of the potential it had. Then it came out and it turns out that the potential was just that - potential. The actual execution was disappointing.
A new update to the Google TV is aimed to make the service not only more functional, but something to be envied. It uses the same Honeycomb operating system found in Android tablets and includes capabilities like access to the Android Marketplace - something the old Google TV interface didn't have.
The first update will be coming to the Sony Internet TV this weekend while the Logitech Revue will be getting it shortly after. If the new operating system is as game changing as expected, that Revue may start looking pretty good compared to the $199 Boxee Box.
Source: Engadget
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The Final Part of the Google TV Software Development Kit is Out Now
Thu Oct 13, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Google TV, Logitech Revue (all tags)
It's good news for developers and great news for Google TV owners - the final SDK release means an update should be hitting soon.
It may not seem like anything that important, but Google has released the final part of their latest software development kit. This give Google TV developers all the tools that they need to create apps for the badly needed update.
The differences are few and seem pretty minor. The Action Bar is now horizontal, but can be made vertical depending on how developers want to use it. Google has also added quick keys on the screen for easy access.
These limited updates and the release of the final SDK for Google TV means that the update should be right around the corner. It's going to be a welcome relief for Google TV owners when that finally hits, and will almost certainly spur on sales of the now reasonably priced Logitech Revue.
Source: Engadget
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Honeycomb Coming to Google TV This Month - New Apps in Marketplace
Mon Sep 19, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Google TV, Honeycomb, Logitech Revue (all tags)
Google TV may finally be getting some love thanks to an update to its operating system.
The new Honeycomb release should make Google TV a much more attractive option to would be customers, especially after an incredibly significant price drop.
The folks over at Droid Life have gotten a new leak of the operating system in progress and they're very happy with what they're seeing. It's faster and prettier and definitely something that you can look forward to if you're a Google TV owner.
NewTeeVee meanwhile takes a look at some of the new apps available. There's a nice assortment including one from All Recipies, one from Motor Trend and a few smaller ones that allow you to stream networked content and more.
Source: Engadget
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