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Blockbuster launches OnDemand internet movie rentals
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... be much newer than Netflix's, giving you titles within 30 days of their release on DVD. The Blockbuster service will start with 2000 titles, with more on the way.
Blockbuster says this MediaPoint set-top delivers "DVD quality," but we were hoping for HD, such as that now delivered with the XBox 360 version of Netflix, as well as the upcoming Netflix Roku HD movie downloads. But even in standard-def, the promise of almost-new movies has our interest piqued.
Via Zatz Not Funny
Blockbuster finally releases its very own set-top box
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After making an announcement ages ago, Blockbuster has finally launched its movie rental service via set-top boxes. Since word got out about the box and service, the only other option was to have DVDs delivered to your home, Netflix style, or to download movies and TV shows online. Now, with Blockbuster’s set-top box, you can snag movies with its OnDemand service whenever you want. The box is free if you pre-pay for 25 movies at the cost of $99, and while that sounds expensive, you wouldn’t be getting the box and service if you ...
Blockbuster OnDemand Unboxing & Setup
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... , by 2Wire. If you recall, $99 gets you the box and 25 video rental credits. Once those have been consumed, content begins at $1.99 a pop. ...
Blockbuster OnDemand Not Ready For Prime Time
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... Additionally, at two points the audio and video lost synchronization - a pause/play toggle corrected it. So that’s my experience after one day with the box.
As it stands, I’m banishing the Blockbuster OnDemand unit (and my 24 remaining credits) to the closet until I learn of a firmware update. I have too many other, less frustrating, options available to me. Related Stories:
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Video of the Blockbuster STB
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... 2Wire MediaPoint Blockbuster experience due to a variety issues, I did intend to shoot a brief video before banishing it to the closet. However, HackingBlockbuster.com has launched and spared me the trouble - as you can see above. My unit is now resting peacefully, awaiting a firmware update. Related Stories:
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