[Windows Phone app] Xbox Video updated with new playback controls

Xbox Video for Windows Phone has been updated to version 2.6.370.0 for Windows Phone 8.1 and version 1.6.370.0 for Windows Phone 8 devices. The latest release brings new playback controls, along with polish fixes and general improvements.Xbox Video allows users to enjoy latest movies and TV shows on Windows Phone 8.1 and makes it easy to watch what you love wherever you are.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the following link:

Xbox Video updated for Windows and Windows Phone

Microsoft has released updated versions of Xbox Video for Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone. The Windows 8.1 version of Xbox Video brings more details about an episode, a fix for aspect ratio problems and more, while the Windows Phone version brings minor fixes and improvements.

You can download the updates directly on your device through its respective app store or by using the link which follows:

[Windows Phone app] Xbox Video updated with faster startup and playback

Microsoft has released an updated version of Xbox Video for Windows Phone which brings faster playback, improved startup time and refined search results. Windows Phone 8.0 users will receive version 1.6.205.0 while Windows Phone 8.1 users will received the 2.6.205.0 software version.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the following link:

[Windows Phone app] Xbox Video updated with bug fixes

Microsoft has released an updated Xbox Video for Windows Phone for Windows Phone 8 (1.6.115.0) and Windows Phone 8.1 (2.6.115.0) devices bringing a couple of bug fixes and improvements to the app.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or through the following link:

Android TV officially announced

One of the announcements at Google I/O 2014 was Android TV, a new platform that will run on streaming boxes or be integrated into smart TV sets. Android TV is rich in functionality, with support for both video and music streaming. It even offers the ability to mirror your Android device, so you can play games on your TV (with multiplayer support). Additionally you will be able control your Android TV with your smartphones or tablets along with a regular D-Pad control with voice.

[Windows Phone app] Xbox Video updated

Xbox Video for Windows Phone has received a minor update which brings version 1.5.3989.0 to Windows Phone 8 and version 2.5.3989.0 to Windows Phone 8.1. The update doesnt brings any new features, but it does bring some bug fixes and performance improvements.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or through the following link:

[Android app] Google Play Movies & TV updated (3.2.25) with Wishlist feature

Google Play Music & TV for Android has been updated to version 3.2.25 which brings a new Wish List feature to the app. The 'Wishlist' can be accessed on the "Watch Now" screen or through the slide-out navigation bar on your app.

[Windows Phone app] Xbox Video updated with fixes and improvements

Microsoft has released Xbox Video for Windows Phone version 2.5.3929.0, alongside the updated versions of Xbox Music and OneDrive. The new update brings several fixes and improvements to Microsoft's cloud storage app for Windows Phone.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store. You can also download the latest version and find out whats new after the break

Amazon FireTV officially announced - A $99 streaming and gaming device

Alongside Microsoft's huge BUILD 2014 conference, Amazon decided to schedule an event of its own centred around its video business. During the event Amazon unveiled FireTV, a $99 streaming device which is going up against the likes of Roku and Apple.

Apple TV firmware 6.1 (11D169b) released, here’s what's new

Apple has released iOS 7.1 today for compatible iPhone, iPad and iPod devices. The Apple TV has also released a software update, bringing iOS 6.1 to the mobile streaming device. The update brings the ability to hide channels among other improvements

Google Play celebrates second birthday with app, music and movie deals

Google is celebrating its second birthday by offering discounts and other other limited time deals on select apps, magazines and more. There are no free premium apps, instead there some in-app purchase promos and discounts on movies, music and select apps.

[Windows app] CBS

CBS, a popular American commercial broadcast television network has released their official app for Windows 8/RT devices in Windows Store. CBS for Windows lets you watch full-length, high definition episodes of some of your favorite CBS shows. Enjoy primetime, daytime and late night episodes, clips and photos from America’s Most Watched Network.

You can download the app directly on your Windows 8 or Windows RT device through the Windows Store or by using the following link:

[Android app] CBS

CBS for iOS has been around for some time now, and it has finally arrived for Android devices. CBS for Android lets you watch full-length, high definition episodes of some of your favorite CBS shows. Enjoy primetime, daytime and late night episodes, clips and photos from America’s Most Watched Network.

You can download the app directly on your Android device through the Google Play Store or by using the following link:

Google Chromecast announced, allows streaming content to your TV from any device

Today was a day full of announcements from Google, which included a new Google Nexus 7 and Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. But one of the most interesting announcements came in the small form of the Google Chromecast.

The Chromecast is a tiny dongle which you can attach to your TV HDMI port and allows you to control your TV from a range of Android, iOS devices or a Windows or Mac computer which is running Google Chrome.

Google Play web store updated with new design

A few months ago the Google Play Store app for Android was updated with a new user interface. Now the web based version of the store has also received a similar visual update with card based interface which is spreading across the Android ecosystem.

[iOS app] CBS

CBS for iOS is now available through the Apple App Store. CBS for iOS lets you watch full-length, high definition episodes of some of your favorite CBS shows. Enjoy primetime, daytime and late night episodes, clips and photos from America’s Most Watched Network.

You can download the app directly on your iOS device through the Apple App Store or by using the following link:

Apple releases 5.1.1 build 10A831 update for Apple TV

Apple has released the 5.1.1 build 10A831 software update for the Apple TV alongside the release of iTunes 11. The Apple TV update isn't as extravagant as the iTunes update, but brings support for iTunes Up Next and iTunes match along with several bug fixes and performance improvements.

The update follows the 5.1 update which was released in September with the ability to save multiple iTunes account and quickly switch between them, Shared Photo Streams and AirPlay. It isn't common for Apple to release consecutive updates so quickly, but it probably was a necessity with the new iTunes update.

[Windows app] Hulu Plus for Windows 8 and Windows RT

Hulu has released the Hulu Plus app for Windows 8 and Windows RT. Hulu Plus offers unlimited instant streaming of current hit shows and acclaimed movies. You will be required to pay a monthly subscription of $7.99 in order to use the application.

You can download the Hulu Plus app for free on Windows 8 or Windows RT through the Windows Store or by using the following link:

Netflix shares rise following rumor of Microsoft takeover

Netflix share prices rose by over 13% on Friday following a rumor which suggested that Microsoft was about to make a bid for the streaming video service. The rumor first started when Netflix CEO Reed Hastings decided to step down from Microsoft’s Board of Directors, which led us to believe he made this decision to avoid a conflict of interest.

Google Play gift cards are coming soon

Recently surfaced evidence suggests that Google will have Google Play gift cards made available soon, which will allow users to purchase apps, music and videos from the Google Play Store.

These cards will be available in $10, $25 and $50 denominations and sold through retailers like Target and Radio Shack and probably through the Google Play Store.

Google has still to officially confirm this information, but all information points towards the Google Play gift cards, being made available sooner, rather than later.