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Verizon Droid Smartphone Could Give iPhone a ‘Jab in the Ribs`

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Elgato’s EyeTV 1.0.1 for the iPhone finally appeared on Apple’s App store on Tuesday with the promised fix that prevents live TV streaming over 3G. The update also fixed bugs and improved overall performance.

The 1.0.1 update fixed an issue where audio continued to play after leaving Live TV mode, fixed crashes related to changing channels and zooming, added DVB and ATSC programming guides, accepts iPod Best variants when streaming to the iPhone, and more.

The EyeTV app temporarily disappeared from the App Store over the weekend because it included code that let users stream live TV shows over 3G.

“Some test code that enabled live TV streaming over the cellular network was accidentally left in the the EyeTV App,” David Fanning, Elgato’s press contact, told The Mac Observer. “Apple requested that we remove the code since their agreement with AT&T does not allow redirecting TV signals over the cellular network.”

Elgato submitted a version 1.0.1 update to Apple without the test code on Saturday, and by Sunday EyeTV was available at the App Store again. The version number for the app, however, was still listed at 1.0. The application was available at the App Store for about a month before it was pulled.

EyeTV 1.0.1 Plugs 3G Streaming Hole, More

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Elgato’s EyeTV 1.0.1 for the iPhone finally appeared on Apple’s App store on Tuesday with the promised fix that prevents live TV streaming over 3G. The update also fixed bugs and improved overall performance.

The 1.0.1 update fixed an issue where audio continued to play after leaving Live TV mode, fixed crashes related to changing channels and zooming, added DVB and ATSC programming guides, accepts iPod Best variants when streaming to the iPhone, and more.

The EyeTV app temporarily disappeared from the App Store over the weekend because it included code that let users stream live TV shows over 3G.

“Some test code that enabled live TV streaming over the cellular network was accidentally left in the the EyeTV App,” David Fanning, Elgato’s press contact, told The Mac Observer. “Apple requested that we remove the code since their agreement with AT&T does not allow redirecting TV signals over the cellular network.”

Elgato submitted a version 1.0.1 update to Apple without the test code on Saturday, and by Sunday EyeTV was available at the App Store again. The version number for the app, however, was still listed at 1.0. The application was available at the App Store for about a month before it was pulled.

Family Guy To Shill For Windows 7

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Windows 7Microsoft is sponsoring a Windows 7 television extravaganza next month in collaboration with FOX and “Family Guy” creator/voice actor Seth MacFarlane. The program’s working title is “Family Guy Presents: Seth & Alex’s Almost Live Comedy Show,” and will weave Windows 7 promotions into the television special.

The show will have no commercial breaks, and is scheduled to air on November 8 at 8:30 p.m. Eastern and Pacific featuring the comedy stylings of Seth MacFarlane and “Family Guy” costar Alex Borstein. The duo will present a collection of original animation segments, live-action performances of Family Guy musical numbers, comedy skits, and celebrity guests.

Microsoft calls the MacFarlane special an attempt to “bring the old Texaco Star Theater-style sponsorships into the 21st century,” and says Windows 7 promos will blend “seamlessly with show content.” I’m not sure what that means, but maybe we’ll see Peter and Lois Griffin hosting a Windows 7 launch party, or Steve Smith (American Dad) showing Stewie Griffin how to burn a CD on the new OS. There’s also the worst case scenario: some unfortunate soul logs on to Glenn Quagmire’s laptop to use Internet Explorer 8, and ends up pulling an O.M.G.I.G.P.

Microsoft isn’t stopping with television shows, either. Redmond is also planning a 12-week college tour with Fox that will give approximately 4.3 million college students the chance to try out Windows 7. The tour will also feature entertainment like outdoor movie nights hosted by “Family Guy’s” Stewie and Brian, online videos, and other “Family Guy” content.

This is the second time MacFarlane has teamed up with a technology company. Last year, Macfarlane presented “Seth MacFarlane’s Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedy” on the Google Content Network.

If you can’t wait for November, here’s a taste of Windows 7 magic featuring “Family Guy” characters: