The Internet

Since YouTube first came on the scene, users have tried different methods to take the streaming videos and actually download them to their computers (with varying degrees of success).  Now, YouTube will be offering downloads of their videos, either for free or for a payment (depending on the desires of the video’s poster).  This changes YouTube from a online repository of videos to a vast distribution service of video for just about anybody.

For now, the video is downloaded in mp4 format, and reports point out that there’s still a long way to go before it becomes a competitor for iTunes.  Still, if you’ve ever wanted to take YouTube videos along with you on your iPod, this is what you’ve been waiting for.

It might not help solve the current financial crisis, but Great Britain’s royal family have posted job availabilities on their recently revamped website.  Reports also indicate the site will include links to the royal YouTube channel and reports on the royal pets.  Kinda classes up the Internet, doesn’t it?

The traditional television season doesn’t really mean much anymore.  No longer are program schedules tied to a fall debut and a spring cliffhanger to bring you back next season - shows can debut at any time and run as long as desired before taking a break, leaving you guessing as to when they’ll come back.  Even if the shows are done, the network may delay the viewing to maximize ratings.  So what do some creators do in the meantime?  Take it to the Internet! (more…)

YouTube makes a lot of wonderful videos available, but there’s always room to make things better.  And that’s by adding the theme music to Benny Hill’s television show to any video you want.  It’s silly fun, but it’ll keep you entertained for a bit.  Here’s how to do it:

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YouTube has apparently activated HD versions of the some of the videos uploaded to its service (such as the Ghostbusters video game trailer shown here).  Remember, this won’t automatically “upgrade” standard definition videos to the new hi-def version, but it does indicate that HD videos will become more common as more uploads occur.

If you want to see the HD for yourself, just search for the subject you want to see the in text field at the top of YouTube and add “HD” to the tag.  If it’s available, you’ll get it.  Click the “View in HD” link under the video screen, and you’re ready to go.