Youtube launched its rental store on Thursday.
ZoomMovie buffs looking for a new way to watch their favorite flicks can now head on over to YouTube's new rental store. The streaming service quietly launched without much fanfare on Thursday, however fans can now rent movies for a two-day period, costing between $0.99 to $3.99 USD, depending on the title. Consumers purchase their rentals via Google's Checkout service.
Outside the movie rental offerings, YouTube also provides various other shows to rent such as anime and cartoons, documentaries, biographies, travel videos, and educational programs. Unfortunately, consumers won't see current TV shows such as 24, CSI: Miami, or Fringe. However on the movie front, YouTube offers a few new releases including Precious, Brothers, 3:10 to Yuma, and more.
It's unlikely that YouTube's new store will compete with Hulu's rumored subscription-based service, as the content simply isn't there. As reported on Thursday, Hulu may charge viewers for access to older programs beyond the five most recent episodes. Competition between the two streaming services could change if YouTube is able to gain access to network content. Time will tell.
Tom's Guide
Interesting, I'm interested in Anime and Cartoons.
ZoomMovie buffs looking for a new way to watch their favorite flicks can now head on over to YouTube's new rental store. The streaming service quietly launched without much fanfare on Thursday, however fans can now rent movies for a two-day period, costing between $0.99 to $3.99 USD, depending on the title. Consumers purchase their rentals via Google's Checkout service.
Outside the movie rental offerings, YouTube also provides various other shows to rent such as anime and cartoons, documentaries, biographies, travel videos, and educational programs. Unfortunately, consumers won't see current TV shows such as 24, CSI: Miami, or Fringe. However on the movie front, YouTube offers a few new releases including Precious, Brothers, 3:10 to Yuma, and more.
It's unlikely that YouTube's new store will compete with Hulu's rumored subscription-based service, as the content simply isn't there. As reported on Thursday, Hulu may charge viewers for access to older programs beyond the five most recent episodes. Competition between the two streaming services could change if YouTube is able to gain access to network content. Time will tell.
Tom's Guide
Interesting, I'm interested in Anime and Cartoons.
