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If Your Fancy TVii Software Doesn't Support Roseanne, What's the Point?

Back in the midwest for the holidays, Patrick struggles to find meaning in this new world of tv tag. You're it, Patrick. You're it.

Dec. 20 2012

Posted by: Patrick

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Wii U

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So basically they want the wii u to be a universal remote with some cool extras, like the drawing thing or being able to play games on it?

That's actually a fucking cool idea. Not extremely well executed yet, but still, impressive. As someone in need of a universal remote I'd be tempted to hold off on buying an expensive one and use the Wii U when I get it, if it improves a bit between now and then, anyway.

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This would have been really cool if I still cared to watch TV.

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He has this dual-voiced demonic thing going on in this video... please tell me I'm not the only one who hears that.

Also, another token post giving Patrick immense yuletide props for bringing the guerrilla style content. I'm very thankful for that!

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HE DIDN'T CHOOSE CBS! YOU'RE FIRED, KELPEK!

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Now it makes sense why you can watch on-demand content on the GamePad, but not live content: The WiiU doesn't play any live content, it just tells your TV where to go. It's pretty cool that they provide an easy interface to to configure your remote and figure out what your local cable listings (including only the channels you get). That's better than some satellite providers (last time I used StarChoice and Rogers the guide included channels you don't get).

I'm guessing the DVR features will be just to control your DVR.

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the content i crave in 2020

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Wow, the title of this one aged like a fine wine, huh?