Orb TV hub brings Hulu, CBS to TV through workaround
updated 09:35 am EST, Thu November 18, 2010
Orb TV media hub ships with free Hulu
Orb today put out its first dedicated hardware capable of video with a unique workaround for online sites. Orb TV connects to a Mac or Windows PC and uses an intelligent filtering system to provide access to web video without needing a full browser. It can search for, find and play free Hulu, Comedy Central and other sites that block Google TV or aren't available without paying on an Apple TV.
Netflix and other sites that normally need dedicated apps will also work. The hardware is currently limited to VGA (640x480) resolution, however. It supports multiple computers and still allows sharing local, unprotected music and video.
Like the audio-only MP-1, users rely solely on a mobile device to control the Orb TV. iPhone and iPod touch users can use the Orb Controller app (free, App Store), while an Android version is promised soon.
The Orb TV is already shipping today and sells for $99.
Mac Enthusiast
Joined: Sep 2000
Ack! Can't anybody get this right?
No HD? I would've picked this up instead of an AppleTV since AppleTV locks you into Apple's media universe with the exception of Netflix.