That’s right, kiddies. Starting tomorrow you’ll be able to download HBO shows including hits like John From Cincinnati and Rome. Oh, yeah, those have both been canceled, right? Well, Flight of the Conchords and Entourage are still around. HBO’s way of bringing content online is unique in that it won’t be Web-based streaming like we’re used to with other networks. You’ll have to download a separate app and content is viewable for a month, only on PCs and you can’t transfer said shows to a portable device. It’s currently only available in Green Bay and Milwaukee with 400 hours of content, but don’t worry because it will soon be rolled out nationwide.
It’s not all bad, though. Each family member can get their own account and parents can monitor and restrict what content is being viewed by the youngins. Why no Mac support, Time Warner? At least it’s free.
Of course! I just finished renting the entire ‘Rome’ series from Blockbuster in the last month since I don’t have HBO at home and had wanted to see the series for a long time. I waited for a long time for HBO to be available through iTunes but finally gave into video rental. The ‘Rome’ series absolutely rocked, probably one of the best television series that I’ve ever enjoyed. Now, I’m halfway through Deadwood…its decent.
Thanks HBO for taking forever on online availability.
Well, you have to be an HBO subscriber to get the OD content.
Sweet deal.