How does tvii work

Worthwhile second-screen information? TVii is also promising an interactive second-screen experience on the GamePad's screen when you're watching live and recorded baseball, basketball, and football games.

So if you're watching college football, you can use the GamePad to get additional stats and scores, all powered by i. I'm generally a "second-screen" skeptic, having seen too many underwhelming apps touting a more "immersive experience," but Nintendo's implementation seems like it could actually be worthwhile.

Profiles TVii also offers the ability to set up individual profiles, so each user can get a customized interface and recommendations. Nothing revolutionary, but it should make it easier to find the content you're looking for, without sifting through channels and recommendations that don't apply to you. Promising, but too early to tell Nintendo has tended to lag behind Microsoft and Sony on the home entertainment front, but TVii is an interesting direction that fits well with Nintendo's family-centered approach to gaming.

Of course, it all depends on how well it actually works and there are still plenty of unanswered questions, especially regarding cable and satellite box integration. But I think it's a mistake to discount TVii based on Nintendo's reputation, which looks to accomplish much of what Google TV is trying to do in a much more accessible package. Be respectful, keep it civil and stay on topic.

The obvious saving grace here is the message that this functionality will be coming soon. This makes channel surfing all-the-better as you can explore alternate programming without skipping a beat. The TV, Movie, and Favorite sections each have sub options.

I found the Featured and Recommended to be somewhat redundant, although this could improve as the system learns your preferences. Dive into a TV show and you can also browse episodes, get more information about the cast, and select from a range of viewing options such as Live TV, Hulu Plus, and Amazon Streaming.

Live was especially enticing, offering a picturesque view of current programming. The solitary downfall is most of the offerings displayed what would start in the next half-an-hour block, so until the clock hit the 6 or 12, I was out of luck. Remember during the setup process where we selected our TV package? Movies is where you especially feel the inconvenience of these polarized options. Nintendo needs to add a channel by channel setting where you can completely unsubscribe from a channel and no longer see it anywhere within your TVii browsing experience.

That being said, TVii offers a load of promise. Hopefully that day will come. The sports experience on TVii is by far my favorite element. Film TV Games. Fortnite Game of Thrones Books. Comics Music. Filed under: Gaming Smart Home Entertainment. Nintendo pulls the plug on the Wii U's TVii service. Linkedin Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email. Next Up In Gaming. Sign up for the newsletter Verge Deals Subscribe to get the best Verge-approved tech deals of the week. Just one more thing! Please confirm your subscription to Verge Deals via the verification email we just sent you.

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