Apple TV to get Last.fm and Web browser jailbreak app aTV Flash (black)

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The folks over at FireCore have announced that they're almost there with their second-generation Apple TV version of aTV Flash (black) -- a software suite that currently includes 'Couch Surfer,' a basic Web browser implementation, and Last.fm streaming. FireCore aim to have the first public beta out within the next two weeks, possibly even as early as next week, with the installer requiring 'no wires or USB drives,' just direct communication with the Apple TV. Once you've got aTV Flash (black) installed on your pocket media box, new apps and updates can be installed easily via a 'Maintenance' menu, making further expansion a trivial procedure.

Of course, Apple could easily wipe out the need for this kind of hackery simply by enabling apps on the Apple TV, but until then, developers like FireCore will attempt to make Apple's 'hobby' ever more useful. Hit the break for some video demos of aTV Flash (black) in action.

[via 9to5Mac]
Couch Surfer is apparently 65% complete, with basic browsing done, and support for 'more advanced Web plug-ins' coming soon. Check out a demo of Couch Surfer in action:



Last.fm streaming audio is also 85% complete, with critical components and even a slideshow ready for primetime. Check out the demo from FireCore:



For more information and complete demos, check out the FireCore blog.Apple TV to get Last.fm and Web browser jailbreak app aTV Flash (black) originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 18 Nov 2010 06:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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