Windows Live for TV beta

Microsoft has launched a beta of its new Windows Live for TV (formerly known as Nemo).

Basically, what Windows Live for TV does is add a ten foot interface to a number of Windows Live services, such as Spaces, Messenger, and Live Call. The program is meant to work with Windows Vista Media Center. That means you can plug your PC into your TV and access Windows live services from the comfort of your couch.

Here's a few of the things it'll let you do:

• Browse Windows Live Spaces in 3D graphics, with keyword searches
• Have text and voice chats with other Windows Live Messenger users
• Make PC to telephone calls using Verizon Web Calling
• Navigate with a mouse, keyboard, or Media Center remote control

You'll need a PC running Windows Vista Home Premium or Vista Ultimate RC2 or higher to run Windows Live for TV. It looks like Windows XP and Windows XP Media Center Edition users are out of luck.

The developers have launched a blog, which already features a couple of tips, such as keyboard shortcuts and quick search tricks.

[Via LiveSide]

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