Internet video service Joost has just launched a special PS3 version of its site, and we have to admit it's pretty slick. The interface is designed specifically for the PS3, using the D-Pad to quickly go through the streamlined interface. Holding down the X button will bring up a special on-screen menu that allows you to quickly switch between windowed and full-screen playback. It's all very intelligently designed and easy to use.
Joost follows the footsteps of YouTube, which also offers a special portal for use on PS3. However, we found Joost runs much more smoothly than YouTube, offering better video quality at a better framerate. Unlike YouTube, you'll see advertisements before your video, but the improved interface and quality make for a significantly better experience. To check it out, visit http://labs.joost.com/tv on your PS3 browser. Don't forget to hit SELECT if you want to add it to your PS3's bookmarks.
Reader Comments (21)
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:25PM wallywallas said
Cool. Will try right now.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:25PM (Unverified) said
First, Sweet...
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:57PM CheesusCrust said
How is it sweet if you're first? Get a life man.
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Posted: Jun 18th 2009 5:32PM crazypeng1 said
i see stories all of the time that don't have comments, and i could say first, but its stupid, and you know it is. it accomplishes absolutely nothing, so get a life , and if you want to say something, let it be an actual contribution that might have a morsel of meaning or entertainment
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Posted: Jun 23rd 2009 6:38AM (Unverified) said
Successful troll is successful. Way to walk into that one you guys.
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Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:25PM (Unverified) said
I'll check it out right now.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:28PM HeavyToka said
Sweet, I'm trying this as soon as I get off work
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:28PM I AM IRONHIDE said
Awesome, this will go in the bookmarks.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:33PM (Unverified) said
weird, i try to enter the site via my ps3 and all i gets its this really weird china page and when i try it on my pc it works fine ??
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 2:55PM (Unverified) said
I'll try it out thanks for the info
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 3:25PM (Unverified) said
Cool. I'll check it out.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 3:56PM Ashitaka said
"Unlike YouTube, you'll see advertisements before your video, but the improved interface and quality make for a significantly better experience."
Sorry but huh, no. In fact, that's one of the reasons I consider PSN > XBL. Advertisements in the videos Joystiq usually includes in their posts are already annoying, but at least you can close them. Now, advertisements BEFORE each video? That just kills it for me.
Sorry but huh, no. In fact, that's one of the reasons I consider PSN > XBL. Advertisements in the videos Joystiq usually includes in their posts are already annoying, but at least you can close them. Now, advertisements BEFORE each video? That just kills it for me.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 5:38PM Namminamm said
will it work in europe?
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 5:50PM (Unverified) said
This is a HUGE improvement over YouTube's TV interface. The commercials are only a minor albeit necessary setback, but I don't think this has nearly as many videos as YouTube does.
Oh well..it'll do for now.
Oh well..it'll do for now.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 6:12PM wallywallas said
I tried it... it's crap.
Posted: Jun 18th 2009 8:29PM jhowlett said
bookmarked
Posted: Jun 22nd 2009 12:38AM unboring said
wow im really impressed! now i want google to do youtube/tv like this! +1 for Joost! did i used to get divx from joost or something? stage 6 ? I foget. But awesome PS3 app try it out!
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