CES wasn’t just about sleek new gadgets for us to coo over in 2010. There was a stack of new killer apps for us to load up said new toys with, and bang up-to-date software to make our older tech sing anew. Here’s our pick of the best apps and software from CES 2010.
Skype on LG and Panasonic TVs
Skype inked deals with LG and Panasonic to bring its killer VoIP service to both Far Eastern TV floggers’ TVs. The idea is that you get upscaled, Full HD video calling, rather than the grainy gumph you’re used to when you calls pals over the web on your PC or Mac. LG says half its TVs will have web connectivity come the end of the year, with Skype as standard.
LOVEFiLM on Samsung and Sony TVs
A huge announcement, right at the end of the CES showdown, LOVEFiLM‘s arrival on Samsung Internet@ TVs and a selection of Sony Bravias, means no more posting back DVDs. If you have an unlimited subscription, you can grab as many flicks as you want over the web. Punters who own the Samsung C series TVs will be able to get involved in summer.
Samsung Apps store
Sammy’s new app store isn’t just a mobile emporium. Nope, it’s made for TVs as well. Samsung Internet@ TVs will be supported, so you can download add-ons not just for your phone but your telly as well. Samsung says free apps will roll out in spring, followed by paid for extras landing later in the summer.
Windows Mobile 7
It didn’t get the official nod, but LG was quick to confirm that Windows Mobile 7 would be out and on brand new blowers later this year. An official announcement isn’t expected until Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next month, but this news was enough to get us hoping that Microsoft can at last go toe-to-toe with Google Android and iPhone OS.
Intel AppUp
Intel’s all new AppUp app store is meant for netbook punters. It’s out now and can be accessed via a desktop app. Once inside you’ll find the super smart Boxee app, as well as access to an SDK so you can get building your own efforts if nothing takes your fancy. It seems Intel isn’t content with powering every computer in the world and wants in on the lucrative app world.
