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Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Netflix set-top box rumors return
VideoBusiness.com is reporting that Netflix has filed paperwork to include set-top TV boxes under the Netflix logo. The company laid out a long-term vision in 2006 that included a set-top box to download movies.
The filing, discovered by Trademork.com, was made in late August, which was shortly after the company reportedly tested several models with a secret focus group. The filing discusses "receipt, download, playing, viewing, and rental of audio and video programming through the use of internet connections".
Netflix has given no indication of when such a box might make it to market. There is also no discussion on exactly what content Netflix will support on the device. For example, will Netflix be open to providing indie films on the box or will only major studio works be promoted.
The filing, discovered by Trademork.com, was made in late August, which was shortly after the company reportedly tested several models with a secret focus group. The filing discusses "receipt, download, playing, viewing, and rental of audio and video programming through the use of internet connections".
Netflix has given no indication of when such a box might make it to market. There is also no discussion on exactly what content Netflix will support on the device. For example, will Netflix be open to providing indie films on the box or will only major studio works be promoted.
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