Battery-free high-definition video streaming is on the way
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a technique which makes HD video streaming possible using low- or no-power devices such as smart glasses. It uses up to 10,000 times less power than existing devices and promises to make battery-free HD video streaming a reality.
Amazon Cloud Cam is the key to its unattended home delivery program
Amazon takes on Google, and enables unattended home deliveries with its Amazon Cloud Cam security camera.
YouTube boss says Facebook should ‘get back to baby pictures’
Wary of Facebook's video ambitions, YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki suggested this week that the social networking giant should "get back to baby pictures."
Redbox steps out of the kiosk with new on-demand streaming service
Save yourself a trip: Would-be renters can now stream their favorite films and TV shows from Redbox on demand.
People really will binge on Netflix anywhere these days — even public restrooms
Are you addicted to Netflix? A recent survey suggests that if you are, you'll watch TV shows and movies just about anywhere.
David Letterman steps out from behind the desk for a new talk show on Netflix
David Letterman will return to his iconic role as a talk show host for a special six-episode series for Netflix.
YouTube hits another ‘1 billion’ milestone, this one for auto-captioned videos
YouTube began captioning videos in 2006, automating the system three years later. And now it has more than a billion videos with captions.
Comcast’s Xfinity Stream app will offer remote access to DVR recordings
Comcast is launching a new mobile app that offers access to live TV streams as well as video content currently stored on the DVR.
PlayOn Cloud is a DVR for streaming services like HBO Now, Amazon Video
PlayOn Cloud is essentially a DVR for video from streaming services, allowing content to be watched offline whenever and wherever users feel like it.
Hulu's two new deals bring its internet TV service close than ever
Two new deals with Disney and 21st Century Fox mean that Hulu's long-awaited internet TV service is closer than ever, with an NBCUniversal deal imminent.
Recursor.TV aims to be the ultimate streaming video platform for sci-fi fans
Similar to streaming services aimed at comedy or horror fans, Recursor.TV aims to be the ultimate online video destination for sci-fi enthusiasts.
Apple to set up U.K. HQ inside iconic London landmark
Also today: Amazon rolls out a new Fire TV streaming stick with Alexa voice control baked right in, and rumors around the iPhone 8 are already swirling.
Hulu to drop free tier in next few weeks, become paid-only streaming service
Hulu has announced plans to drop its ad-free tier in the next few weeks, but will continue making shows available for free via a new Yahoo partnership.
'Game of Thrones' to 'Stranger Things': Apple reportedly crafting streaming TV guide
Apple is reportedly working on a new type of TV guide that lets users browse shows and movies across a variety of streaming services.
T-Mobile's Binge On content quadruples as Apple, Disney, and more join fold
T-Mobile has announced a "quadrupling" of Binge On partners. The service's total number of providers now exceeds 100.
Netflix is coming to Comcast’s X1 cable box, likely later this year
A Netflix app will be added to Comcast's X1 boxes soon. Customers of the cable company and streaming service will soon be able to watch both in one place.
Roku makes finding news, entertainment a breeze with expanded search functionality
With more than 50 streaming services now supported by Roku's native search, the set-top box is making it much easier for cord-cutters to find hard-to-find video.
With Warner Bros Digital Networks, studio jumps headfirst into streaming waters
As streaming continues to rise in popularity, Warner Bros. is seeking to take advantage of that trend with its new division, Warner Bros. Digital Networks.
Amazon wants to become the next YouTube with Video Direct
Amazon's gunning for YouTube with Video Direct, a new platform for independent video creators that'll see the retailer earn revenue from video sales.
Facebook wants you to ditch Periscope and watch live video in its News Feed
Facebook wants a bigger piece of the live video action. To combat established rivals like Periscope, it's launching new features and securing content deals.
DitchTV delivers your daily dose of YouTube video
A new free Web and iOS app called DitchTV serves up random categorized YouTube content using old-school channel surfing and gesture controls.
Epix follows Amazon into the brave new world of offline viewing
The pay TV channel will give its subscribers the ability to download select titles for offline viewing.
Netflix’s high-definition DRM cracked for the first time
Pirates were able to overcome the latest Netflix DRM technology, reportedly torrenting a Breaking Bad episode in 4K that weighed in at nearly 18GB.
Japanese telecom SoftBank will sell Netflix directly from devices at launch
Ahead of its September 2 release in Japan, Netflix has partnered with major telecom SoftBank.