When I turned on the TV just now I was greeted with an ad for Cablevision's Optimum Link service. This new bit of software allows you to share photos, internet videos, music and more between your computer and your TV by cloning your desktop. Of course, the service is an extra $4.95 a month on top of your already high bill.
So, my question is this: who would actually use this feature? While it might be handy for people who only have a desktop computer or for anyone still using an SDTV, would anyone else with a laptop or an HDTV pay this convenience charge? All it takes is an HDMI cable purchase for a few bucks off Amazon and a place to rest your laptop to duplicate the features of Optimum Link.
Here's the website for the service for anyone interested: www.optimum.net/optimumlink
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Who would actually use Optimum Link?
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This feels a lot like that clause in your Optimum account that says you're supposed to be charged extra for each computer connected to your modem... for those people who don't know how to use a router.
I would normally say that this is a service for people who don't know better, but I feel like the type of people who would want to watch web video on their TV are the type of people who would know better.
I would normally say that this is a service for people who don't know better, but I feel like the type of people who would want to watch web video on their TV are the type of people who would know better.
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