Geek Out

Unedited Thoughts About Technology Better Left Unposted

We just tried to send everybody home for the day. It’s just Joe, Barry, Jesus and me. And it’s the weekend. So f**k it.


August 13, 2011
Entertainment

Netflix Is Making A Version Just For Kids

According to GigaOm, Netflix is testing a new kid-friendly UI. They’re organising videos by cartoon characters and stripping as much text as they possibly can. That way, kids can just click on Blue from Blue’s Clues or Hello Kitty to watch their favourite shows.


July 28, 2011
Online

Netflix Is For HDTV Buffs, Hulu Is For Computer Geeks

Nielsen recently polled 12,000 American netizens and asked them about Hulu and Netflix. The survey results suggest that Netflix users are movie-watching HDTV buffs, while Hulu users are TV show-watching computer geeks.


July 23, 2011
Entertainment

Dear Apple, Can You Just Please Buy Hulu? Please?

Hulu needs owners who aren’t ancient and terrible. Apple needs a streaming video service that isn’t ancient and terrible. So based on those unconfirmed reports that Apple is interested in buying Hulu, I have only one demand: DO IT.


July 21, 2011
Entertainment

Everybody’s Got Problems, Even Netflix

Here’s a cute comic that summarises our love-hate relationship with Netflix’s movie streaming and rental service. .


July 20, 2011
Entertainment

The Roku 2: At Least It Plays Angry Birds, I Guess

The Roku—in all flavors—is a great little streaming box. Sticking it into your TV has been enough for many people to kick the cable habit. Transformative! The sequel? Wellllll….


July 19, 2011
Entertainment

Netflix Seeks Australian ISP Partner For Movie Streaming

Gizmodo AU

Local suitors have reportedly been told that Netflix wants to launch in Oz in the next 12 to 18 months. I wouldn’t be surprised. They’re expanding into Latin America this year, and here we are rolling out an NBN. But what would it mean for the likes of Bigpond Movies or Fetch TV?


July 14, 2011
Entertainment

Dear Netflix, It’s Time To Get Your Shit Together

Netflix raised its prices, and Americans are outraged at the death of $US10 one disc + streaming plan. But the $US6 price hike doesn’t have to be the end of the world.


July 13, 2011
Entertainment

What Americans Are Watching On Netflix, Visualised

This delightful infographic dishes up the currently Netflix-fave movies of the US. And what does it show? Americans love watching movies about where they live! Streaming media and narcissism – the new apple pie.


July 1, 2011
Entertainment

Hundreds Of Hours Of Star Trek Hit Netflix Instant

Oh boy. Oh boy oh boy oh boy. So you know how Netflix said they were bringing every Star Trek everything to Watch Instantly? They finally delivered, just in time for Americans to celebrate their independence trying to track down that one episode of TNG where Tasha Yar wasn’t incredibly annoying.