According to a relatively new source that has proven themselves completely trustworthy, Sony is currently working on integrating BIVL (BRAVIA Internet Video Link) functionality into upcoming VAIO products. This will either be added to their VAIO Media plus application or one of their other media browsing/playback programs. BRAVIA Internet Video is currently available on many Sony BRAVIA TV’s and Blu-ray Players, SMP-N100 Network Media Player, and the Dash.
Services included in BRAVIA Internet Video, found on nearly all of Sony’s TV’s for 2010, include video on demand from: Hulu Plus, Netflix, Amazon Video on Demand, Qriocity, blip.tv, concierge.com, Crackle, Dailymotion, eHow, epicurious, FEAR NET, Ford Models, Golflink.com, Howcast, Livestrong.com, ON Networks, Podcast support, Singing Fool, Style.com, Slack, Videocast.com, Yahoo! Video, myplay, NPR, WIRED, Pandora, Netflix, and several others.
It’s very likely that different services will be available in certain regions, such as European BIVL-equipped VAIO computers having BBC iPlayer and so forth.
Sony will be one of the first consumer electronic companies in the world to offer a centralized online streaming video hub pre-installed on their computing devices. While many of the aforementioned services have a browser-capable equivalent, this will be a nice option for those who want a no-fuss option that has many options together in one place.
The only question left is – how much longer till BRAVIA Internet Video arrives on the PS3? Edit: According to a source who contacted us after this posting – “full (BIV) service roll out will happen soon.” (for PS3)
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