Your Computer, on TV
The Wall Street Journal, October 12, 2009
Boxee Inc. wants to broaden the horizons of television viewers. The company has developed software, now in the early stages of testing by consumers, that allows users to browse through all the music, photos and video stored in their computers on a TV screen, using a remote control. Music and video can then be played on the TV, and photos can be enlarged to view on the screen.
The free software also allows users to browse a selection of Web sites for photos and for video and music to play on the TV. What’s more, users can share with friends what they’re viewing or listening to and exchange recommendations.
Boxee has raised $6 million in Series B funding led by General Catalyst Partners, with participation from previous investors Spark Capital and Union Square Ventures.
