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Vudu Finally Brings HD Streaming to Computers
Mon Nov 19, 2012 at 02:00 PM ETTags: VUDU, Streaming Video (all tags)
You can now get 720p or 1080p HDX video directly to your PC.
There’s little debate about Vudu in terms of audio and video quality. If it’s not at the very top, it’s close in every category. The problem with Vudu in the past has been availability. HTPC users, or those that enjoy video on their computer have been left out in the cold. Only those with set-tops and connected TVs have been able to enjoy Vudu.
The company has finally changed that up and you can now watch HD movies on your computer, in 720p or 1080p based on your own preference. It’s a boon for those hooking up a computer to their TV, but it’s not quite up to snuff yet. Unfortunately, computer users are still stuck with stereo sound.
Source: Engadget
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Vudu Finally Brings HD Streaming to Computers
Mon Nov 19, 2012 at 02:00 PM ETTags: VUDU, Streaming Video (all tags)
You can now get 720p or 1080p HDX video directly to your PC.
There’s little debate about Vudu in terms of audio and video quality. If it’s not at the very top, it’s close in every category. The problem with Vudu in the past has been availability. HTPC users, or those that enjoy video on their computer have been left out in the cold. Only those with set-tops and connected TVs have been able to enjoy Vudu.
The company has finally changed that up and you can now watch HD movies on your computer, in 720p or 1080p based on your own preference. It’s a boon for those hooking up a computer to their TV, but it’s not quite up to snuff yet. Unfortunately, computer users are still stuck with stereo sound.
Source: Engadget
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The $99 Roku Streaming Stick Available in October – Vudu Hits Roku Players Today
Thu Sep 20, 2012 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Roku Stick, Roku, VUDU (all tags)
As long as you have a Roku HD or Roku 2 you can enjoy 1080p, 7.1 channel video from Vudu.
The folks at Roku have just announced the release date of their streaming stick, which gives you Roku features without taking up any real space in your home theater. It plugs in to an MHL-enabled HDMI slot and is powered from there. It's a pretty slick setup all told.
"The Roku Streaming Stick extends our platform beyond the set- top box and into a range of consumer electronics devices," says SVP Chas Smith. "Manufacturers can now deliver a complete streaming experience without painstakingly building it themselves."
In other news, Vudu streaming has finally come to Roku devices, allowing for high-quality HD streaming through your Roku HD or Roku 2.
Source: Engadget
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The $99 Roku Streaming Stick Available in October – Vudu Hits Roku Players Today
Thu Sep 20, 2012 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Roku Stick, Roku, VUDU (all tags)
As long as you have a Roku HD or Roku 2 you can enjoy 1080p, 7.1 channel video from Vudu.
The folks at Roku have just announced the release date of their streaming stick, which gives you Roku features without taking up any real space in your home theater. It plugs in to an MHL-enabled HDMI slot and is powered from there. It's a pretty slick setup all told.
"The Roku Streaming Stick extends our platform beyond the set- top box and into a range of consumer electronics devices," says SVP Chas Smith. "Manufacturers can now deliver a complete streaming experience without painstakingly building it themselves."
In other news, Vudu streaming has finally come to Roku devices, allowing for high-quality HD streaming through your Roku HD or Roku 2.
Source: Engadget
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Digital HD Copies of Fox Movies Launching Earlier and Cheaper than Blu-rays
Mon Sep 10, 2012 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Fox, Digital Distribution, VUDU, Amazon, Xbox Live, PSN (all tags)
It's all starting with 'Prometheus,' which comes in at $15 on September 18th.
Finally there's a company out there that's taking full advantage of everything digital distribution has to offer – primarily the advantage of being able to push out a digital file without mucking about with shipping, packaging and everything that comes with it. Fox has announced that movies will now be available digitally before coming out on Blu-ray, and at a significantly cheaper price.
'Prometheus' is the first major movie that's going to be sold this way and Fox says that plenty more are on the way. The movie will be available on September 18th, well before the Blu-ray release, and will run just $15 instead of the $39 MSRP of the disc based version.
These digital files won't require UltraViolet and can be purchased on a variety of sources including Amazon, PSN, Xbox Live, Vudu and more. There's no word at the moment whether we'll be seeing any special features and just what the quality is like.
Source: Home Media Magazine
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Dreamworks Movies Come to Walmart Disc-to-Digital
Tue Apr 17, 2012 at 02:00 PM ETTags: DreamWorks, Walmart, Disc-to-Digital, VUDU, Ultraviolet (all tags)
Both current and catalog titles will be available for use with the service.
Walmart Disc-to-Digital just got a little more animated thanks to the addition of both current and catalog Dreamworks titles.
Starting today you can bring your DVDs and Blu-rays into any participating Walmart and shell out for a Vudu version of the movie. As will all of the movies on the service, you'll pay $2 for an SD copy of a DVD or an HD copy of a Blu-ray, while an upgrade from SD to HD will run you $5.
"Walmart is breaking new ground in helping consumers understand the opportunities of new technologies amid the changing digital landscape," says Dreamworks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg.
Source: Home Media Magazine
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Dreamworks Movies Come to Walmart Disc-to-Digital
Tue Apr 17, 2012 at 02:00 PM ETTags: DreamWorks, Walmart, Disc-to-Digital, VUDU, Ultraviolet (all tags)
Both current and catalog titles will be available for use with the service.
Walmart Disc-to-Digital just got a little more animated thanks to the addition of both current and catalog Dreamworks titles.
Starting today you can bring your DVDs and Blu-rays into any participating Walmart and shell out for a Vudu version of the movie. As will all of the movies on the service, you'll pay $2 for an SD copy of a DVD or an HD copy of a Blu-ray, while an upgrade from SD to HD will run you $5.
"Walmart is breaking new ground in helping consumers understand the opportunities of new technologies amid the changing digital landscape," says Dreamworks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg.
Source: Home Media Magazine
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Vudu is Now Available on Xbox 360 and WD TV Live
Wed Dec 21, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: VUDU, Xbox 360, WD TV Live (all tags)
The much loved HD streaming service is becoming a standard on connected devices.
Vudu was hailed from early on by people that aren't willing to settle for lower video and audio quality as a tradeoff for digital delivery. The service took a while to grow to the point that it's at now, but Vudu is becoming ubiquitous on streaming devices.
The latest to add the service are WD TV Live set-top boxes and the Xbox 360. On both systems you'll find 1080p video quality, 7.1 channel audio and HDX streaming. To get you to try out the service, Vudu is giving a $4.99 credit to every new customer so they can try out the service.
Additionally, Vudu is running a large amount of Christmas specials, including a few 99 cent rentals, discounts on holiday themed movies, and the early availability of 'Moneyball' and 'Abduction.'
Source: Cnet
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Vudu-To-Go Lets You Download Movies to Watch Later
Mon Nov 21, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: VUDU, Digital Distribution (all tags)
The company has announced a few deals as well, like $5 credit when you buy a DVD or Blu-ray at Walmart.
The folks at Vudu tend to be held up as the one group that's doing digital distribution right - at least when it comes to video and audio quality. Today they've stepped over another significant hurdle in the online video world.
If you bought a movie from Vudu, you can now download that movie to your computer for future watching. That means you don't have to be online to watch the movie you bought online - a really nice step forward.
The downside of course, is that since it's a PC version you'll be stuck with standard definition. On the plus side, if the format is right this could be transferrable to smartphones, game systems and tablets.
The company announced a few cool deals too. If you buy select films from Walmart you'll be getting a $5 Vudu credit or a free Vudu rental from a list of selected titles.
To download, simply go to VUDU, head over to your purchased movies and hit "Download"
Today VUDU launched VUDU-To-Go, a new feature that allows customers to download purchased movies and television shows to their computers and watch them later. Any purchased title within VUDU’s catalog of 40,000 blockbusters, Hollywood classics, independent films, and TV shows can now be downloaded to your PC or Mac to watch at a later time.
In addition to VUDU streaming, now customers can also enjoy their VUDU movie libraries on their computer whenever they want – and without an Internet connection. Perfect for plane trips, car rides and more, the new feature allows you to take your VUDU entertainment with you.
To download your purchased VUDU content, simply visit www.vudu.com/movies, navigate to purchased movies and television shows and click the “Download” button. VUDU movie purchases start at $4.99 and TV show purchases start at $1.99 per episode and start at $7.99 –for a complete season. There is no additional download fee.
Also new and in time for the holidays, VUDU has special offers on more than 25 DVDs and Blu-ray titles at Walmart stores. Specific offers include:
$5 Credit: VUDU offers a $5 credit on select DVD or Blu-ray purchases at Walmart. Beginning on Dec. 2, families purchasing The Smurfs at Walmart stores will receive a $5 VUDU credit. Additional movies with a $5 VUDU credit include Megamind (through Nov. 30), No Strings Attached (through Nov. 30), Ghostbusters, Spiderman, Men in Black and more.
Digital E-copy: Families who purchase a variety of Blu-ray Discs or DVDs including When Harry Met Sally (through Nov. 30), Scream 4, and Stake Land will also receive a digital copy of the movie.
BOGO: VUDU has a “Buy One, Get One” offer for families who purchase Despicable Me, Crazy Heart or any of the X-Men movies (including X-Men I, X-Men II, X-Men III, X-Men Wolverine). After purchasing one of these DVDs or Blu-ray Discs at Walmart, customers can choose from a selection of free VUDU rentals.
In addition, select HP PCs and laptops at Walmart stores will provide direct access to VUDU on the home screen. Customers simply click on the VUDU icon to be connected directly to VUDU.com where they can stream more than 40,000 blockbusters, Hollywood classics, independent films and TV episodes.
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Vudu to Start Streaming 7.1 Channel Dolby Surround
Wed Oct 19, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Streaming, VUDU (all tags)
The newest 'Pirates of the Caribbean' film is the first to offer it, with more on the way.
Sure, Netflix is pretty far behind when it comes to picture quality and still stuck in stereo for most titles, but Vudu is making it a little harder to argue the inferiority of streaming content. The picture quality of the streaming service is incredible and now they're tweaking the sound.
'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,' has come to Vudu with one added surprise - 7.1 channel Dolby Digital Plus surround. It's the first film on the service to offer 7.1 channel surround sound and thanks to a partnership with Dolby, it's not going to be the last.
"Today is just the first step," says Dolby VP John Coulin, who has his sights set on more than just Vudu. "We look forward to having the opportunity to work with additional content providers to deliver premium-quality 7.1 surround sound to more consumers."
Source: TechCrunch
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MORE HIGH-DEF DISC NEWS TAGGED "VUDU":
- Vudu Adds Next Day Network and Cable TV Shows Sep 23, 2011
- The Vudu Movie Rental Service Comes to the iPad Aug 11, 2011
- Vudu Launches 99 Cent Movie of the Day - Walmart.com Adds Vudu Rental Jul 28, 2011
- Vudu Debuts Movie Specific Gift Cards Jun 16, 2011
- VUDU is Now Renting and Selling TV Shows May 05, 2011
- Vudu Now Streams Standard Definition Movies to PCs Apr 13, 2011
- Redbox Subscription Streaming Plans are Official Feb 18, 2011
- iTunes Still Number 1 in Online Movie Rentals, But Down Significantly Feb 09, 2011
- Vudu 2.0 Interface Now Live Jan 25, 2011
- Boxee Box Gets Vudu in Latest Firmware Update Jan 21, 2011
- Vudu Now Streaming 3D Movies Jan 11, 2011
- Panasonic Adds Vudu to 2010 Blu-ray Player Lineup Nov 23, 2010
- Vudu Comes to the PS3 – Interface Makeover on the Way Nov 18, 2010
- Vudu Significantly Upgrades Set-Top Boxes Oct 15, 2010
- Vudu Outdoes Blu-ray with 'Avatar' Extras Apr 27, 2010
- Walmart is Shutting Down Vudu’s Adult Section Feb 26, 2010
- New Details on Walmart’s Vudu Purchase Feb 23, 2010
- Walmart is Buying Vudu Video Streaming Service Feb 22, 2010
- Walmart is Buying Vudu Video Streaming Service Feb 22, 2010
- VUDU Adds Criterion Collection Titles Oct 08, 2009
- Vudu Service Now Live on LG Netcast TVs Sep 03, 2009
- VUDU Streams Its Way Into LG televisions Jul 31, 2009
- Mitsubishi TVs Coming With Free Vudu Boxes Jul 15, 2009
- VUDU Announces Disney Collection Jun 04, 2009
- VUDU Claims the Biggest HD Library In Existence Nov 11, 2008
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