Cutting the cable

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As for Google TV, it does look interesting, but it's doing something completely different from Apple TV. Google TV is trying to sit on top of your cable/satellite plan, while Apple is trying to replace it. Google TV's primary model is to be built into TVs, starting with Sony sets. I'm not even sure it lets you stream content from your computer - at least I don't see anything about that on their website.

It doesn't require cable. Its the same as apple TV, though neither one has agreement from enough providers to be viable. The cable is just an added function if you want it.

I like that google has a browser, and that they are selling it as a applet to TV mfg. This is a great business move, in that companies will be linning up to provide internet experiance including browsing on their TV's.

I am disappointed however that they didnt offer a software only solution, aka, Media Center like capability that I could load on my PC / PCs.