VUDU Launches Browser-Based Streaming of Expansive Content Library on VUDU.com

[Shane]

VUDU, the leading subscription-free, video-on-demand movie service, announced today that it will make its vast library of content available directly on VUDU.com. Movie fans can visit VUDU.com to browse, select and instantly stream content from the company's massive selection of movies and television shows, including the newest releases from...

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[Shane]

Here are a few important tidbits I found out after posting the bulletin:

Due to restrictions by content providers, playback is limited to SD quality when viewed in a web browser. However, you can purchase a movie on the website for viewing in HD or HDX resolution on your TV. Just make your purchase at vudu.com then access it from your My VUDU account on your VUDU-enabled device. We will also seamlessly playback movies you've purchased in HD or HDX in SD if accessed through your browser.

Browser based playback requires Adobe Flash Player installed (version 10.1 or later)...

So not only is there no HD ... but since it's "flash-crippled", there's no support for iOS devices either.

I hope I didn't get anyone's hopes too high.

- Shane