The platform that wins will be the one that has the content. Any web-based TV viewing program and any IP-based set top box is seriously lacking at the moment.
Apple TV: Doesn't include anything from NBC. Even for the channels it does carry, there are big holes in the lineup.
Google TV: The large networks have actually blocked Google TV from being able to play back their web streams, pretty much eliminating any the purpose of the device.
Hulu/Hulu Plus: Again, lots of shows missing, such as Leverage, Damages, etc.
Netflix: Good for movies, not so great for anything TV. Seems like the only TV they have is stuff that's come out on DVD, and then only from the less conservative networks.
Of all these, Hulu seems to be the one with the content. But how many living room devices have Hulu+ embedded?
And one more thing. Can anyone tell me what is meant by this nonsensical phrase: "There's a there there."
("There?s a there there when it comes to revolutionizing TV - and so far, Google has come the closest to making it happen. ")
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