Nokia and Intel to make Linux-based Set-Top Box

hkon writes "Nokia and Intel are apparently going to make a set-top box that "integrates the internet and digital TV" Intel claims it'll "change the nature of television". Does that mean I can't watch silly american sitcoms on sunday mornings anymore? =)" Talks about internet TV delivery, which I'm a big fan of. But something tells me that'll be awhile.

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TV + Computer = Failure

[CokeBear]

Sorry to burst your bubble Intel, but you just don't get it.

When people sit down in front of thier TV, they want to turn their brain *off*. When you use a computer, you have to use your brain, and *do* stuff... you have to think.

On the surface, TV and Internet might seem similar, but because they require entirely different mindsets to use, they will never be effectively combined.

Think about where you sit to watch TV... on your couch (usually) about 6 feet from the screen. Your computer is usually on a desk, in an office environment (even at home, its probably the same desk where you did your taxes before you got a computer). For years companies have been trying to cash in on this market that doesn't exist. Note the failure of WebTV (granted: there were other reasons that bombed).

*Turning my brain off now*

CokeBear, UWO