http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/features/apple_tv/ en The Mac Observer Copyright 2009 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:06:49 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Ftime_warner_cable_ceo_doesnt_know_about_apples_airplay%2F&seed_title=Time+Warner+Cable+CEO+Doesn%26%238217%3Bt+Know+About+Apple%26%238217%3Bs+AirPlay http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/time_warner_cable_ceo_doesnt_know_about_apples_airplay/ Apple’s AirPlay technology allows users to wirelessly stream content from their iPads, iPhones, and iPod touches to their Apple TV (and thus to their TV). Despite its potentially disruptive nature, however, Time Warner Cable’s CEO Glenn A. Britt had never heard of it until asked by a reporter during a group interview. News, Analysis, iObserver, iOS, Apple TV Mon, 14 May 2012 15:30:40 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fclaimed_apple_television_prototype_lacks_disruptive_character%2F&seed_title=Claimed+Apple+Television+Prototype+Lacks+Disruptive+Character http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/claimed_apple_television_prototype_lacks_disruptive_character/ Cult of Mac this morning published a mockup of a future Apple television based on a description provided by an anonymous source who claimed to have seen a prototype of the device in action. While the story quickly spread to other tech sites, Jim Tanous was not impressed. He breaks down why the design lacks Apple’s disruptive flair and why Apple will have to (and likely will) do better with the final product. Analysis, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 07 May 2012 17:34:38 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_talking_with_epix_about_streaming_films1%2F&seed_title=Apple+Talking+With+EPIX+About+Streaming+Films http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_talking_with_epix_about_streaming_films1/ It is reported that Apple has been in talks with EPIX to land a deal that would allow for streaming its movies on Apple devices. This is expected to include both current set-top devices and the rumored Apple HDTV, if such a device is ever produced. News, Rumor, iObserver, Apple TV Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:57:41 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Ftim_cook_spotted_at_valve_apple_gaming_tv_rumored%2F&seed_title=Tim+Cook+Spotted+at+Valve%2C+Apple+Gaming+TV+Rumored http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/tim_cook_spotted_at_valve_apple_gaming_tv_rumored/ Apple CEO Tim Cook was spotted at gaming giant Valve’s headquarters in Washington State late last week, an event that has sparked much speculation and claims from unnamed sources. The former include the idea that Apple is interested in buying Valve, while the latter includes the claim that Apple is working with Valve to reinvent living room gaming. News, Reports, Games, iObserver, App Store, iOS, Apple TV Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:33:53 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fsharp_begins_production_of_igzo_displays_suitable_for_apple_television%2F&seed_title=Sharp+Begins+Production+of+IGZO+Displays+Suitable+for+Apple+Television http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/sharp_begins_production_of_igzo_displays_suitable_for_apple_television/ Japanese electronics manufacturer Sharp has begun production of its first high-resolution displays based on indium gallium zinc oxide (IGZO) technology, the company announced Friday. Analysts believe that Sharp’s new displays are a “prime candidate” for use in upcoming Apple products, including the much-rumored Apple television. News, iObserver, Apple TV Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:06:44 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fjefferies_raises_apple_target_to_800_ipanel_tv_to_ship_in_q4%2F&seed_title=Jefferies+Raises+Apple+Target+to+%24800%2C+%26%238216%3BiPanel%26%238217%3B+TV+to+Ship+in+Q4 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/jefferies_raises_apple_target_to_800_ipanel_tv_to_ship_in_q4/ Jefferies & Co. analyst Peter Misek is the latest analyst to hike his price target for shares in Apple Inc., pushing it to US$800. The analyst said that he believes Apple will introduce a TV set called “iPanel” in the fourth quarter of 2012, a device that is “so much more than a TV.” News, Rumor, Reports, Apple Stock Watch, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:40:58 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tvs_deliver_an_early_surprise%2F&seed_title=Apple+TVs+Deliver+an+Early+Surprise http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tvs_deliver_an_early_surprise/ During Apple’s March 7th keynote, the company announced an update to its Apple TV, with a shipping date of March 16th, the same day the new iPad also ships. Nine days didn’t seem like too long to wait, but many people have reported receiving their new device today, March 15th, one day early. News, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:19:50 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fcbs_head_claims_steve_jobs_pitched_tv_subscriptions%2F&seed_title=CBS+Head+Claims+Steve+Jobs+Pitched+TV+Subscriptions http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/cbs_head_claims_steve_jobs_pitched_tv_subscriptions/ The late Steve Jobs approached CBS to ask the media giant for content for an Apple television subscription service, according to CBS CEO Les Moonves. Mr. Moonves made the comments on Saturday at a conference, where he also said that he rejected Mr. Jobs’s attempts to make a deal. News, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:27:42 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2F720p_apple_tv_gets_new_interface%2F&seed_title=720p+Apple+TV+gets+New+Interface http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/720p_apple_tv_gets_new_interface/ Apple’s 1080p Apple TV will hit store shelves, but current Apple TV owners can start playing with the new interface today thanks to a software update that rolled out Wednesday afternoon. News, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:27:42 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Ficloud_adds_movie_storage_support%2F&seed_title=iCloud+Adds+Movie+Storage+Support http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/icloud_adds_movie_storage_support/ Apple’s iTunes in the Cloud, which is part of its iCloud service, added support for movies on Wednesday. Along with iCloud movie support, Apple CEO Tim Cook also announced that iTunes Store movies will be available in at 1080p resolution, which fits nicely with today’s update for the Apple TV. News, Product News, iObserver, iCloud, iTunes, Apple TV Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:30:36 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_unveils_apple_tv_with_1080p_support%2F&seed_title=Apple+Unveils+Apple+TV+with+1080p+Support http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_unveils_apple_tv_with_1080p_support/ Along with iOS 5.1, Apple unveiled an updated Apple TV entertainment appliance on Wednesday that supports 1080p video. The announcement came during Apple’s special media event in San Francisco where the company is also introducing new iPad models. iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:19:15 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fwalter_isaacson_held_back_apple_tv_details_from_jobs_bio%2F&seed_title=Walter+Isaacson+Held+Back+Apple+TV+Details+from+Jobs+Bio http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/walter_isaacson_held_back_apple_tv_details_from_jobs_bio/ Walter Isaacson held back some details about the Apple TV from the biography he wrote about the late Apple cofounder Steve Jobs. In an interview that lasted more than two hours with TV Cultura’s Roda Viva in Brazil, Mr. Isaacson said that he was protecting Apple’s interests by not including more information about what Apple and Steve Jobs were working on when it came to an Apple television set. News, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:24:15 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tv_growing_from_appliance_to_television%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A+Growing+from+Appliance+to+Television http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tv_growing_from_appliance_to_television/ Rumors are pointing to the introduction of a new Apple TV model this week along with the iPad 3. Rumors also claim Apple is planning on eventually unveiling its own television. Mac OS Ken’s Ken Ray isn’t buying into an Apple television, but he does have some ideas on how Apple could get there. Columns and Opinions, Editorial, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:54:09 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fsteve_wozniak_apple_tv_could_push_stock_to_1000%2F&seed_title=Steve+Wozniak%3A+Apple+TV+Could+Push+Stock+to+%241%2C000 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/steve_wozniak_apple_tv_could_push_stock_to_1000/ Shares in Apple, Inc. could hit US$1,000 per share, according to company cofounder Steve Wozniak. The noted engineer—who is not noted as a stock analyst—said in an interview with CNBC that he believes a product like Apple TV could give Apple plenty of room to grow. News, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:58:30 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Freport_apple_talking_to_canadian_carriers_about_itv%2F&seed_title=Report%3A+Apple+Talking+to+Canadian+Carriers+About+iTV http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/report_apple_talking_to_canadian_carriers_about_itv/ As rumors and speculation about an Apple television set continue to heat up, Toronto-based Globe and Mail reported that Apple is talking to Canadian carriers Rogers and Bell Canada Enterprises (BCE) about being Canadian launch partners for such a product. Citing unnamed sources, the newspaper went so far as to say that both carriers had prototypes in their labs. News, Rumor, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:56:21 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fbug_some_apple_tvs_unable_to_connect_to_ad-hoc_networks%2F&seed_title=Bug%3F+Some+Apple+TVs+Unable+to+Connect+to+Ad-Hoc+Networks http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/bug_some_apple_tvs_unable_to_connect_to_ad-hoc_networks/ The MacCast’s Adam Christianson clued us in to a possible bug with second generation Apple TVs: It appears that ad-hoc networks created by a Mac cannot be seen or connected to on some Apple TVs. We did our own internal testing and arrived at inconclusive results with some Apple TVs functioning normally and others consistently unable to connect to the network.  News, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:45:02 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_patents_method_of_sorting_tv_shows%2F&seed_title=Apple+Patents+Method+of+Sorting+TV+Shows http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_patents_method_of_sorting_tv_shows/ Apple was issued a new patent on Tuesday by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office that appears to cover a method for organizing episodic TV content, displaying information about that content based on metadata, and then using that metadata to provide sorting options for the user. Bryan Chaffin breaks it down for us. News, iObserver, iTunes, Apple TV Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:07:49 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_well_positioned_to_be_the_next_big_thing_in_tv%2F&seed_title=Apple+Thought+to+Be+Well+Positioned+for+Next+Big+Thing+in+TV http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_well_positioned_to_be_the_next_big_thing_in_tv/ With CES just around the corner, HDTVs will no doubt be prominently on display. But with the market for HDTVs maturing and prices continuing to fall, what will be the next big thing to generate some excitement, and sales, in the industry? Retrevo.com thinks it will be “smart” TVs, which might put Apple in a unique position to compete in the market. News, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:35:09 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Froku_announces_the_non-box_settop_box%2F&seed_title=Roku+Announces+the+Non-Box+Settop+Box http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/roku_announces_the_non-box_settop_box/ Roku announced on Wednesday the Roku Streaming Stick, a settop box the size of a USB flash drive rather than, say, a settop box. The device includes WiFi, a processor, memory, and the software necessary to deliver Internet streaming content to your TV without another box, without cables, and without the need for external power.  News, Product News, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:19:18 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fanalyst_apple_should_enter_tv_business_content_is_key%2F&seed_title=Analyst%3A+Apple+Should+Enter+TV+Business%2C+Content+is+Key http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/analyst_apple_should_enter_tv_business_content_is_key/ Apple should enter the TV business, Sterne Agee analyst Shaw Wu told clients on Wednesday. The analyst said that not only do all the usual signs point to Apple working on a TV, it’s the only major consumer “end market” in which Apple doesn’t have a major presence. At the same time, however, he argued that it’s the content that is key, and that content offers the company the opportunity to be disruptive. News, Reports, Apple Stock Watch, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:07:52 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_2010_94.99%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV+%282010%29%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2494.99 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_2010_94.99/ The Deal Brothers noted that Amazon.com has dropped its price on the Apple TV (2010) to $94.99. This is a new unit, not a refurb. Shipping is free. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:02:33 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Freport_apples_tv_plans_real_but_still_early%2F&seed_title=Report%3A+Apple%26%238217%3Bs+TV+Plans+Real%2C+But+Still+Early http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/report_apples_tv_plans_real_but_still_early/ Apple’s plans to disrupt the TV business is real, according to an online report, but in contrast to other recent reports, Apple’s efforts are still in the early stages. Apple is reportedly talking to various media companies about those plans, including building a TV set, leveraging the company’s existing Apple TV family, or even basing its plans around AirPlay, iPhone, and iPad. News, Rumor, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:13:42 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tv_software_updated_new_ios_5.0.1_pushed%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV+Software+Updated%2C+New+iOS+5.0.1+Pushed http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tv_software_updated_new_ios_5.0.1_pushed/ Apple released an update to its Apple TV software on Thursday. The new release is version 4.4.4, and the company didn’t offer patch notes for the release. Apple also released a new build of iOS 5.0.1 replacing a previous build of the operating system that was originally released in November. News, iObserver, iPhone, iOS, Apple TV Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:48:11 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_leads_with_its_hobby_apple_tv%2F&seed_title=Apple+Leads+With+Its+%26%238220%3BHobby%26%238221%3B+Apple+TV http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_leads_with_its_hobby_apple_tv/ Still calling it a “hobby,” Apple is leading the market for connected TV players with its Apple TV, according to a report from Strategy Analytics. While not yet a mainstream market, the firm believes that sales will double in the upcoming year. News, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 13 Dec 2011 20:14:59 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fthe_operational_details_of_the_apple_hdtv%2F&seed_title=The+Operational+Details+of+the+Apple+HDTV http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/the_operational_details_of_the_apple_hdtv/ A lot has been written about the viability of an Apple branded HDTV and how it must fail in the market. But most of that analysis is based on the idea that Apple’s offerings would be no better than any off the shelf equivalents from the current manufacturers. What if Apple’s HDTV worked differently? Analysis, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:24:11 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tv_adds_television_show_purchases_in_canada%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV+Adds+Television+Show+Purchases+in+Canada http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tv_adds_television_show_purchases_in_canada/ Apple quietly added the ability to purchase TV shows on the Apple TV in Canada on Wednesday. The change means users in Canada don’t have to go to their computer to make TV show purchases. News, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:34:42 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Freport_claims_itunes_coming_to_brazil_in_december%2F&seed_title=Report+Claims+iTunes+Coming+to+Brazil+in+December http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/report_claims_itunes_coming_to_brazil_in_december/ Apple is close to a deal to bring the company’s iTunes Store to Brazil, according to a report from Brazilian newspaper O Globo. Citing a report from Tuesday that a local regulatory authority has approved the Apple TV for the Brazilian market, the newspaper said that Apple is near a deal with the country’s music royalty bodies that would, at long last, allow the iTunes Store into the market. News, iObserver, iTunes, Apple TV Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:48:51 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fnetflix_resurrecting_arrested_development_exclusively_for_streaming%2F&seed_title=Netflix+Resurrecting+%26%238220%3BArrested+Development%26%238221%3B+Exclusively+for+Streaming http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/netflix_resurrecting_arrested_development_exclusively_for_streaming/ After some major missteps in the past few months, Netflix finally has a proclamation to be proud of—the company announced Friday that it would be resurrecting the Emmy Award-winning series Arrested Development and bringing it exclusively to its instant streaming customers. The all-new episodes are starting production this year and should be available in 2013. News, iObserver, iTunes, Apple TV Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:01:29 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_releases_apple_tv_4.4.3_details_are_slim%2F&seed_title=Apple+Releases+Apple+TV+4.4.3%2C+Details+Are+Slim http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_releases_apple_tv_4.4.3_details_are_slim/ Apple updated the software that runs Apple TV up to 4.4.3 Thursday, though the update notification is shy on details. That said, it’s likely a maintenance release to address bug fixes, and it might improve support for the company’s iTunes Match, which went live on Monday. News, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:35:03 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_2010_drops_to_89.99%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV++%282010%29+Drops+to+%2489.99 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_2010_drops_to_89.99/ The Deal Brothers found a deal on a new Apple TV (not refurbished) for $89.99, $9.01 off the regular rice. Shipping is free, too. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:00:44 -0500 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fcbs_exec_spills_beans_on_apple_tv_project%2F&seed_title=CBS+Exec+Spills+Beans+on+Apple+TV+Project http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/cbs_exec_spills_beans_on_apple_tv_project/ CBS CEO Les Moonves spilled the beans about the existence of an Apple TV project Thursday when he told Wall Street analysts that his company had declined to work with Apple due to the terms.  News, iObserver, Apple TV Thu, 03 Nov 2011 20:04:40 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapples_hdtv_just_a_big_ipad%2F&seed_title=Apple%26%238217%3Bs+HDTV%3A+Just+a+Big+iPad http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apples_hdtv_just_a_big_ipad/ Apple executives rarely lob softballs to pundits and the rumor mill. But Jobs posthumously floated a whopper by allowing Walter Isaacson to quote that he “finally cracked it,” in reference to a mythical Apple HDTV, and David Chartier thinks the specific nut Jobs was referring to is iCloud. iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:40:52 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapples_hdtv_just_a_big_ipad%2F&seed_title=Apple%26%238217%3Bs+HDTV%3A+Just+a+Big+iPad http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apples_hdtv_just_a_big_ipad/ Apple executives rarely lob softballs to pundits and the rumor mill. But Jobs posthumously floated a whopper by allowing Walter Isaacson to quote that he “finally cracked it,” in reference to a mythical Apple HDTV. Some decent pieces have been written about the features an Apple HDTV could have and the content partnership doors it could open, but David Chartier thinks the specific nut Jobs was referring to is iCloud. Analysis, iObserver, iCloud, Apple TV Sun, 30 Oct 2011 17:06:35 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fgoogle_adds_100_youtube_channels_of_original_pro_content%2F&seed_title=Google+Adds+100+YouTube+Channels+of+Original+Pro+Content http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/google_adds_100_youtube_channels_of_original_pro_content/ Google Inc. announced late Friday approximately one hundred “channels” of original programming set to launch on its YouTube website over the coming year. The new content will include channels dedicated to music, television, film, news, and sports, and are part of the company’s effort to appeal to a broader range of consumers seeking professionally-created content.  News, iObserver, iPhone, iOS, iTunes, iPad, iPod, Apple TV Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:45:35 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fanalyst_says_apple-branded_tv_waiting_for_content%2F&seed_title=Analyst+Says+Apple-Branded+TV+Waiting+for+Content http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/analyst_says_apple-branded_tv_waiting_for_content/ An Apple-branded TV is being held back not by technology or software, but rather content, according to Sterne Agee analyst Shaw Wu. Responding to new speculation about an Apple TV set, Mr. Wu said that his industry checks support an Apple TV, but that the company is still working on content deals for the device. News, Rumor, Reports, Apple Stock Watch, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 25 Oct 2011 21:17:21 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fhow_to_set_up_a_custom_media_server_with_plex%2F&seed_title=How+to+Set+Up+a+Custom+Media+Server+with+Plex http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/how_to_set_up_a_custom_media_server_with_plex/ Plex is a free Mac media server and client that offers significantly more functionality and customization than Apple TV and other Mac-compatible solutions. These benefits come at the cost of slightly more complicated setup but we show you how to get up and running so you can enjoy this powerful and flexible media server. Tips, How-To, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:08:50 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fnew_apple_tv_2010_97.99%2F&seed_title=New+Apple+TV++%282010%29%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2497.99 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/new_apple_tv_2010_97.99/ The Deal Brothers found us a deal on the Apple TV for $97.99.  This is a new model, as opposed to a refurb, and it’s hard to find any kind of deal on new Apple kit. It ships for free, too. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:57:50 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fsoundjam_itunes_cocreator_leading_apples_tv_effort%2F&seed_title=SoundJam%2FiTunes+Cocreator+Leading+Apple%26%238217%3Bs+TV+Effort http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/soundjam_itunes_cocreator_leading_apples_tv_effort/ Apple has tapped Jeff Robbin, the cocreator of SoundJam MP and the company’s own iTunes, to head its not-so-secret TV project. Three unnamed sources “with knowledge of the project” said that Mr. Robbin’s involvement in developing a TV is a sign of how serious Apple’s commitment to the project is. News, Rumor, iObserver, iOS, iTunes, Apple TV Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:20:27 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_releases_apple_tv_update_4.4.2%2F&seed_title=Apple+Releases+Apple+TV+Update+4.4.2 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_releases_apple_tv_update_4.4.2/ After pulling the previous Apple TV update, 4.4.1, after many users reported issues, Apple has returned with Apple TV Update 4.4.2 on Monday afternoon. News, Product News, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:10:59 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_re-releases_apple_tv_4.4.1_update%2F&seed_title=Apple+Re-releases+Apple+TV+4.4.1+Update http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_re-releases_apple_tv_4.4.1_update/ Apple re-released the Apple TV 4.4.1 update late on Tuesday with a fix that corrects a problem where some users were left with non-functional Apple TVs after installing the new software. Apple pulled the update after trouble reports started coming in, and has apparently addressed the issues the first version of the update caused. News, iObserver, Apple TV Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:05:57 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_releases_pulls_apple_tv_4.4.1_update%2F&seed_title=Apple+Releases%2C+Pulls+Apple+TV+4.4.1+Update http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_releases_pulls_apple_tv_4.4.1_update/ Apple released Apple TV Update 4.4.1 on Monday to address upgrade issues some users were experiencing after installing the new version 4.4 update. Apple later pulled the 4.4.1 update, however, after reports that users had to restore to earlier software versions to get their Apple TV working again after installing the update. News, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:00:02 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tv_4.4_adds_nhl_photo_stream_wall_street_journal%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV+4.4+Adds+NHL%2C+Photo+Stream%2C+Wall+Street+Journal http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tv_4.4_adds_nhl_photo_stream_wall_street_journal/ Apple released Apple TV 4.4 on Wednesday, an update for the company’s settop box that adds new content and support for iCloud’s Photo Stream feature. New content includes hockey games from the National Hockey League, as well as highlights, scores, and other NHL content. The company also added news and business commentary from The Wall Street Journal, new slideshow themes, support for Netflix subtitles, and AirPlay mirroring for iPhone 4S and iPad 2. News, Product News, iObserver, iCloud, iOS, Apple TV Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:00:52 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_85_delivered86%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2485+Delivered http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_85_delivered86/ The Deal Brothers noted that Apple has more refurbished Apple TVs in stock at $85, including free delivery. This is the current generation of devices. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:51:42 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_855%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2485+Delivered http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_855/ The Deal Brothers noted that Apple is once again offering refurbished Apple TV units for $85, including free delivery. This is the current generation device. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:39:25 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_85_delivered%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2485+Delivered http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_85_delivered/ The Deal Brothers noted that Apple is once again offering refurbished Apple TVs for $85, including free delivery. These are the current generation devices. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Fri, 02 Sep 2011 16:04:20 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_pulls_tv_show_rentals_from_apple_tv_itunes%2F&seed_title=Apple+Pulls+TV+Show+Rentals+from+Apple+TV%2C+iTunes http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_pulls_tv_show_rentals_from_apple_tv_itunes/ Less than a year after it was introduced with great fanfare, Apple Inc. has quietly ended what one TV studio referred to as the TV show rental “trial.” iTunes customers and Apple TV users will no longer find the option to rent TV shows for US$0.99, though movie rentals are still available. Customers can still buy both TV shows and Movies. News, iObserver, iTunes, Apple TV Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:59:46 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_85.00_delivered1%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2485.00+Delivered http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_85.00_delivered1/ The Deal Brothers noted that Apple is offering a refurbished Apple TV—the current model—for $85, including free delivery. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:28:52 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Fgo%2Fapple_tv_854%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV%3A%26nbsp%3B+%2485 http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/go/apple_tv_854/ The Deal Brothers noted that Apple is offering refurbished Apple TVs for $85, including free shipping. These are the current generation of Apple TVs. Link, Deal Brothers, iObserver, Apple TV Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:59:23 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_adds_tv_shows_to_itunes_purchase_history_for_redownload%2F&seed_title=Apple+Adds+TV+Shows+to+iTunes+Purchase+History+for+Redownload http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_adds_tv_shows_to_itunes_purchase_history_for_redownload/ Apple added TV shows to the content that can be viewed and redownloaded through your iTunes purchase history on Monday. TV shows are now one of four types of iTunes content that can be downloaded to your Macs, PCs, and iOS devices, including music, apps, books, and now TV shows. News, iObserver, iCloud, iOS, iTunes, Apple TV Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:23:40 -0400 http://mint.macobserver.com/feeder/?FeederAction=clicked&feed=features%2Frss%2Fapple_tv&seed=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.macobserver.com%2Ftmo%2Farticle%2Fapple_tv_update_adds_tv_show_purchases_vimeo%2F&seed_title=Apple+TV+Update+Adds+TV+Show+Purchases%2C+Vimeo http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/apple_tv_update_adds_tv_show_purchases_vimeo/ Apple quietly added two major new features to the Apple TV Mondays with the release of Apple TV Software 4.3. The first is support for purchasing TV shows through iTunes on the device, and the second is direct support for Vimeo, a video sharing service that competes with YouTube. News, Product News, iObserver, Apple TV Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:00:10 -0400