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Welcome to the ineedhits Search Engine Marketing blog, where we share the latest search engine and online marketing news, releases, industry trends and great DIY tips and advice.
Just when you thought Google couldn’t possibly find a new avenue for their search engine, along comes Google TV.
According to the Wall Street Journal, Google is testing a new television programming search service in conjunction with Dish Network.
Details on the project are a little sketchy so far as Google has not officially announced anything. However we do know that the service is currently in a limited testing stage and the Wall Street Journal explains more:
The service—which runs on TV set-top boxes using elements of Google’s Android operating system—allows users to search content from Dish as well as other Web video, like YouTube, and to personalize a lineup of shows, according to these people.
Viewers can search by typing on a keyboard, instead of using a remote control. Google hopes to link the service up with its nascent TV ad-brokering business, allowing it to target ads to individual households based on viewing and TV search data.
This isn’t the first time that Google has delved into the TV space. Back in 2008, Google TV Ads were launched as an alternative advertising medium for AdWords advertisers. While adoption of these ads has been a little slow, Google obviously sees the potential in TV.
What do you think about the possibility of having Google on your TV? Let us know your thoughts below.
Courtney is an online marketing specialist at ineedhits - a leading search engine marketing firm with over 14 years experience. Courtney has been living and breathing online marketing for over 3 years. She specializes in web and permission email marketing and providing news and opinion to online marketing communities. Top 10 Listing! Get more targeted visitors to your site! No click fees! Find Out More Here | 1000+ Guaranteed Visitors Get thousands of guaranteed website visitors to your site in 30 days! Get Started Here |
[...] the beginning of March we reported that Google was testing a new television programming search [...]
By Google TV Only 1 Month Away! | ineedhits - May 3, 2010
I think having Google on my TV is a great idea. I have personally had the opportunity to try this new product from Google TV and Logitech. I am a DISH customer and employee and got to try it out right after it was released. The features are awesome when they integrate to the DISH Network DVR. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to take the TV viewing experience to the next level.
By Jon - January 25, 2011
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