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Gaming headed to Apple TV with iOS 4.3?DVDBack23 @ Feb 11, 2011 18:31 | 6 comments
In the 4.3 code, there are references to "ATVThunder" and "ATVGames," each of which point to scheduling of games, leaderboards sortable by date, the streaming of live/archived games, and a new storefront (likely similar to iTunes).
Because the Apple TV only has 8GB of internal memory, streaming seems the only way to play games via the set-top.
Furthermore, there are references to streaming like "Sedona" and "Flagstaff." Sedona is Apple's video rental mechanism, explains TUAW, who speculates the rentals will turn to streaming, for movies/TV/games.
Finally, the code references FEATURE_REMOTE_SCREENSAVER, which could speculatively lead to interactive screensavers. |
Multiple sources are reporting today that Apple's upcoming iOS
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Comment by: tatsh (Feb 11, 2011 18:50) IMO kind of a neat idea if you could just play any iPhone game on this. But in the meantime I'll keep using my iPhone's component adapter. |
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Comment by: KillerBug (Feb 12, 2011 02:43) What about untethered jailbreaking? That is the only new feature I need before I buy one.
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Comment by: blueboy09 (Feb 12, 2011 18:10) Originally posted by KillerBug: Don't bet on that happening, man, unless greenpOison comes up with something for the Apple TV. Don't see it happening any time soon, move along, move along!
Chance prepares the favored mind. Look up once in a while and you might learn something. - BLUEBOY
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Comment by: Joshewah (Feb 12, 2011 22:24) I have an Apple TV. I use it as a Netflix streaming device.
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Comment by: Mrguss (Feb 13, 2011 07:21) Well...your wishes are here so far for iOS 4.2.1 at:
+4000
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Comment by: cyprusrom (Feb 13, 2011 20:31) Originally posted by Mrguss:
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