Miro, an open-source HD video player we wrote about in 2007, launched Miro 2.0, an updated, re-designed, more powerful video player.
Several new features have been added to spruce up Miro, including faster performance and torrent downloads, the ability to stream shows from websites like Hulu and YouTube on the sidebar,and the ability to play videos in a separate video. Similar to the 1.0 version, Miro allows users to search for and download video podcasts from sources but Miro is offering a greater selection of video podcasts for users. Miro, a BitTorrent-enabled, Firefox-like open-source application was built by non-profit Participatory Culture Foundation and boasts of more than 4 million downloads in 2008.
Miro is in direct competition with video player Joost and lists all of its advantages over its rival here. Perhaps the recent make-over of Miro isn’t just an update of the application but also a move to keep up with the growth its competitor has seen in the past few months. Joost’s viewership recently picked up steam after the company moved away from the use of downloaded software to an all-browser video experience.
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The Miro vs Joost link seems to have been removed.
Being open source is probably the best edge Miro has against Joost. Glad to see a link to a Linux version.
The best thing about miro is subscribing to TV torrents like
http://feedmytorrents.com/
And now Miro 2 comes with legaltorrents.com in the sidebar, but you could also put other torrent sites in there.
“and the ability to play videos in a separate video”
I’m assuming that means in a separate WINDOW?
This is definetly cool. I loved the original player hopefully this one gains even more traction.
I love Miro 2.0 concept, but unfortunately the player has a problem on my Windows XP
Congratulations Miro! We’ve been watching your progress for a long time and are really excited for your successful software updates!
It’s so great to witness real open source software development in action.
i love it’s user interface