/ E-Retailers

Netflix streaming software coming soon to LG high definition TVs

Netflix and LG Electronics have expanded their alliance to include broadband-enabled high definition TVs embedded with Netflix video streaming software. New LCD and plasma HDTVs from LG will include the software starting this spring.

Posted 01/07/2009Bill BriggsPost a comment

/ Marketing

Amazon turns up the volume on its instant video delivery service

Consumers can watch movies and TV shows through their browsers without downloading files with the Amazon Video on Demand service. The e-retailer has been testing the program since July.

Posted 09/05/2008Katie DeatschPost a comment

/ Technology

Netflix service delivers movie fans’ favorite flicks directly to their TVs

Netflix customers who can’t wait for the postman to deliver their favorite flick can now have movies sent instantly to their TVs. Netflix has introduced the Netflix Player by Roku, which allows users to view movies and shows directly from the web.

Posted 05/21/2008Mark BrohanPost a comment

/ Technology

Instant viewing takes off at Netflix

Heralding another Internet trend, online DVD rental service Netflix reports 5 million viewings in its first six months of offering movie and TV content for instant access over the web.

Posted 07/10/2007Paul DemeryPost a comment

Netflix bets $1 million it can fend off Amazon

Netflix, the leader in online rental of DVDs, is betting $1 million—the prize it will offer someone who can develop a way to improve its movie recommendation system—that it can improve its already leading shopping experience to stay ahead of the competition.

Posted 10/31/2006Internet RetailerPost a comment