Blockbuster eyes streaming to TVs

According to Reuters, home video giant Blockbuster is developing a set-top device for streaming films directly to TV sets and is expected to announce the offering sometime this month.

"The device would join a growing roster of devices that aim to bring broadband video to the living room, including Apple TV, which hasn't quite seen sales match the hype surrounding the product. Blockbuster rival Netflix also has indicated that it will compete in this market with a similar device being created with LG Electronics.

The product would be an offshoot of Movielink, the online film service Blockbuster acquired last year that allows consumers to watch films licensed from the major studios on their PCs."

emily | 7:41 AM | Set Top Boxes |
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