With overpriced hardware and unfriendly UI, Google TV didn’t exactly set the world on fire when it launched last year. But a much-heralded 2.0 revision brought Android apps and better navigation to the service last year. Now, thanks to a partnership with OnLive, users of the streaming/search hybrid will be able to play AAA video games on their televisions without investing new hardware.
Microsoft’s no stranger to working with TV networks, but according to Reuters they’re working on a cable-like online subscription service for the Xbox 360.
Logitech’s Revue Google TV box is now available for pre-order for $US299, revealing a host of new features – HD calling, a wide array of controls, myriad apps and – if you order today, it’ll arrive by the end of the month.