For those still looking for a set-top box, the Popbox is now slated for release on July 23rd. This is another promising release, coming on the heels of Roku, but well ahead of Boxee.
In terms of partners, it may be a little light. While pulling in some new and interesting ones, there are a few old faithfuls still missing (like Netflix). But, that and others, are promised later.
So, what is included at launch? Here’s a list:
- Funspot
- Games
- Picasa
- Livestation
- Youtube
- Blip.tv
- Next
- New
- Networks
- Channels.com
- Photobucket
- Shoutcast
- Weatherbug
- Revision3
- MediaFly
- Clicker
- VideoDetective
- MotorzTV
That’s a long list, but it also contains only a few things that most of us have heard of. As I said, Netflix is missing. That’s a BIG one. Not to mention Hulu, who is now making these sorts of partnerships. Others, such as networks like Comedy Central and online content like Crackle are noticeably absent. As well as music sites like Pandora and Slacker.
The good news is that it’s upgradable. The bad news is the obviously meager partners available at launch.
For the $129.99 asking price on Amazon, it’s not a bad deal, but I also don’t think it’s a deal worth grabbing just yet. This one is a wait and see.
