Report claims Yahoo! plans to lure YouTube stars to its own video service

Yahoo! is reportedly working on a new video site geared towards having more established stars and networks use the service than the more open-to-all approach of YouTube. And to do so, it would seem they are trying to lure away YouTube’s big stars with more money, including better ad revenue, boosted marketing, and guaranteed ad rates. Recode claims Yahoo! is planning to get the ball rolling on this project in the coming months.

Vimeo entices filmmakers with new On Demand features

Video streaming site Vimeo has found its niche among independent filmmakers and is adding more features to attract these creators to use the site. Aside from offering funding for TIFF entries earlier this month, Vimeo’s On Demand video distribution platform added new pricing options and tools to help content creators make more money. Viewers can now buy (stream and download) or rent (stream only) videos at different prices. Creators can drum up publicity for their movies with preorders and when they log into their Pro account, they get a new dashboard featuring viewer statistics.

Source: Vimeo Staff Blog

Netflix introduces Profiles

Like a lot of things in life, different people like different TV shows and movies. Netflix is making it easier for your household to get the most out the streaming service with its new Profiles feature. It is now possible for Netflix members to create separate profiles for different members of your household that is personalized to the viewing habits and favorite shows and genres of each person. 

Each Netflix account can have up to five profiles without additional charge for the basic subscription price. New members can add profiles for each member of their family while signing up, while existing members can add profiles through Netflix’s site or on the Sony PlayStation 3. Profiles can be accessed on most devices that support Netflix, including the Netflix website, PlayStation 3, Microsoft Xbox 360, Apple iPad, iPhone, AppleTV, other iOS devices, and most smart TVs.

Vadio: When video saves radio

Remember the days when MTV played music videos? We’re getting a glimpse of those good ol’ days with digital music startup Vadio. It turns any radio station into an MTV-like feed of music videos with it real-time access to partner radio stations. 

The player is accessible on Vadio’s website or through mobile apps. You even get DVR-like catchup functionality because you can access songs played up to half an hour since you started listening.