Disney launched Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition starter pack for the new Apple TV. It includes the SteelSeries Nimbus Wireless Controller and a black Bluetooth Disney Infinity Base and it is available now at Apple retail stores. The new Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition game is now available on the Apple TV App Store.

The game offers the “full Disney Infinity 3.0 experience”, including all 3.0 Play Sets, figures and Toy Box Expansion Games. In addition, all figures and Power Discs from the 1.0 and 2.0 editions of Disney Infinity are also compatible with the Apple TV version of the game.

The Disney Infinity 3.0 Starter Pack for Apple TV is sold at $99.99 and include:

• Star Wars: Twilight of the Republic Play Set piece
• Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano figures
• A Bluetooth enabled Disney Infinity base
• Web code card for mobile and PC devices
• SteelSeries Nimbus Wireless Controller

Players can also experience the Battle of Yavin from Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope when they download the Disney Infinity 3.0 app from the App Store. Additional Disney Infinity 3.0 EditionPlay Sets, figures and Power Discs are sold separately.

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The Apple TV streaming service has been talked about so much in the last 24 hours that it is almost visible on the horizon. In case you missed it, Apple is rumored to be working on their own $30-$40 video service, which is set to be launched somewhere around September.

It seems that Apple is currently in talks with content owners like Fox, ESPN, Disney, CBS and more, to get their programming on board for the streaming service. And according to New York Post, to make dealings go in the right direction, Apple is even promising viewer details like their personal info, watching habits, and locations, to program owners.

The company is willing to share details on who its viewers are, what they watch and when they watch it to entice broadcast networks and others to go along with the service, sources said. [..]

“They’re allowing a lot more decision-making by the content owner,” said one source familiar with the talks, adding that Apple has told potential partners, “It’s up to you, whatever you guys want to do.”

This data will be used by content providers to localize niche audience and better target their ads.

But such a move sounds odd to come from Apple, as they have always upheld user privacy. It is worth noting that other providers like Netflix and Amazon have previously turned down similar requests from content providers, on their corresponding streaming services. This makes it even less likely for Apple to entertain the demand for user data.

If this turns out to be true, it will show how badly Apple wanted their streaming service to get off the ground. But even if Apple caves, the service will probably come with an ‘Opt out’ option, in case you don’t want your watching habits to be tracked.

Read more on the Apple TV Streaming Service and the HBO NOW service which is coming to Apple TV next month.

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The MLS app allows users who are fans of American Soccer (football for us, Brits) to watch the Major League Soccer right from their Apple TV, whilst the Disney Junior app offers up several shows for the little ones.

MLS “Channels” section includes free on-demand video highlights, analysis, fantasy soccer advice, and player profiles as well as full episodes of MLS 36 and MLS Insider. Users can watch videos created by their favorite clubs within the “Clubs” section. The latest league standings are also available.

With an MLS LIVE subscription, you’ll have access to live streaming and archived versions of regular season matches (local and national blackout rules apply). Subscriptions start at only $14.99/month. You can purchase online or within MLS on Apple TV.

Apple is not only increasing the function of Apple TV by adding these apps, but is also appealing to two different markets. It is keeping the sports fans and kids happy all on one device, without having to pay a cable subscription. These accompany the other Disney apps which Apple released last month, showing the partnership with Disney is really starting to show on the Apple TV.

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Apple has just released an update to the second and third generation Apple TV adding five new channels/apps: long-rumored Vevo TV, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Weather Channel and Smithsonian.

Vevo, Weather Channel and Smithsonian are free, while both Disney channels require a pay TV subscription with cable and satellite providers that have a deal with Disney (these include Comcast, Cox, AT&T U-verse, Charter, Optimum, Midcontinent Communications and Verizon FiOS; big players like Time Warner Cable, Dish or DirecTV currently don’t offer access to the Disney channels).

As always: if you are on jailbroken ATV2, stay away from this update for now if you don’t want to lose your jailbreak. It appears to be “just” an over-the-air content update – new apps show up automatically after rebooting – so no need to be worry about losing the jailbreak.

Here is Apple’s description of the new channels:

Disney Channel

Gather the whole family for Disney Channel on Apple TV. Enjoy original films like Teen Beach Movie, first-run television series like Jessie and Phineas and Ferb, theatrically released movies, and more. It’s all free with your subscription through participating cable and satellite providers.

Disney XD

Keep the kids entertained with the best shows and movies from Disney XD.8Watch popular shows like Lab Rats,Crash & Bernstein, Kickin’ It, and more — all on your schedule.

Smithsonian Channel

Explore the history of our planet, life, and culture by enjoying this 100 percent original — and 100 percent free — programming. Watch family-friendly shows including Aerial America, Mighty Ships, and more.

The Weather Channel

Plan the best day possible with instant access to local and national weather forecasts. Stay informed on developing conditions with weather radar and severe weather reports. And enjoy surprising and dramatic documentary shows that reveal how weather shapes our world.

VEVO

Grab a front row seat for all the latest music videos and live streaming concerts — free, 24/7, and in HD. Dive into VEVO’s entire catalog of 75,000 music videos from more than 21,000 artists.

According to a press release from Vevo, its new app is available in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the U.K., Brazil, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, and Poland. Other new apps are only available in the U.S.

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