Apple has removed Elgato’s EyeTV App from the iTunes to App Store due to an Easter Egg that allowed users to stream their EyeTV content over 3G networks. The app is supposed to do such streaming only over WiFi.
Elgato has since issued a statement:
Some test code that enabled live TV streaming over the cellular network was accidentally left in the the EyeTV App. Apple requested that we remove the code since their agreement with AT&T does not allow redirecting TV signals over the cellular network. The code was removed and a 1.0.1 version of the EyeTV app was submitted.
More info via TotalApps here.
Nice. Too bad no one knew about it though.
Accidentally. Sure. Meanwhile, Apple is hiring a replacement App reviewer.
I hate the fact tjat Apple’s deal Witherspoon AT&T;ruins it for thr rest Of the world. I have unlimited data herr in Sweden and out carriers have no problem with tethering, streaming or ip telephony. But because Apple’s stupid deal in the US these applications are not allowed in any countries.
@TheConfused1,
Actually, this was first reported about 2 weeks ago. It wasn’t until more popular Mac-related sites reported it that Apple took notice.
http://www.macrumors.com/iphone/2009/10/16/eyetv-easter-egg-allows-for-video-streaming-via-3g-networks/
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2009/10/eyetv-can-stream-live-tv-over-3g-with-this-simple-trick/
Jail break with quickpawn
I have an app that makes the iPhone think it is on wifi, even when yu are on 3g, I use with TruPhone for voip calls
Yes, lets all muck up the 3G network for others. Let us all cut in line, run red lights and take candy from babies. Screw the contracts we enter into. It is for ME, to hell with the rest of you.
“the 3G network” ???? You mean ATT dictating to the rest of the world what goes on with our phone company’s networks!
TelCel in Mexico allows using 3G for what ever you want, but ATT won’t allow the apps to be sold, so you jailbreak!
You summed up the american mentality to a tee…
Just like iTunes will say this if I want to purchase a USA tv show “this purchase is not allowed in Mexico” the same should be for apps that use 3G , that ATT won’t allow “this app can’t be sold in the USA “. Why make the rest of the world cow tow to ATT
@HugeB Just like others to Mud Sling and stand by and watch while not offering any real solution’s or innovations.
You can point all you want But show the rest ot the Non Americans what solutions you have… There are none but you have the time to criticize that in witch was invented in the US, Like so many Great Electronics.
This is the Mentality of those who Can’t Do is Blame Others while they stand by and keep a score card, Be part of the Solution and not part of the Problem.
Next time think Before you Post H…B.
@HugeB
Best post I have seen on these blogs in months.
Buddy, you nailed it. You took the ME generation’s view of the world and flushed it down the commode where it belongs.
Hugh B – AT&T;is assigned the frequencies, but they’re still the public airwaves. And while I’m no fan of the Obama administration, I’m glad to see his new FCC is kicking AT&T;’s arrogant ass down the street with the proposed new rules.
AT&T;has traditionally been an enemy of the Internet. The opposed the development of packet-switching protocols like TCP/IP. They tried to prohibit customers from attaching modems and answering machines to the phone jack. They’re letting their copper network rot away, especially in rural areas, with the false promise of wireless broadband.
Don’t confuse AT&T;with a free enterprise. It’s a utility with quasi-governmental privileges like eminent domain through your private property that ordinary businesses don’t enjoy. They’d rather run submarine cables to China than provide decent service to Americans. So it’s reasonable for citizens to demand some reasonable standards of service for AT&T;.
So everyone should hammer AT&T;’s 3G network. Maybe then Apple will allow better service providers like Verizon to carry the device, and AT&T;’s stock share price will go into the toilet where it belongs.
AT&T;’s silly rule is just for streaming LIVE TV. You can STILL stream RECORDED TV over the 3G network. So, hit Record, wait, and watch later. From anywhere–with no WiFi needed.
And besides which, recorded shows are prepared FOR streaming and actually work well. Live TV doesn’t work that well without WiFi anyway.
So–oops! El Gato made a little mistake leaving that in. But it will be fixed soon. Still a great app.
@X
?? I do not understand your posting? are you agreeing with him?
If so, please remember, I did not sign a contract with ATT, or did anyone else outside of the USA, “Screw the contracts we enter into”
My TelCel contract allows me to use 3G data any way I want, tethering, streaming or VOIP, (and I pay dearly $120.00usd data only) on top of cell minutes.
Our (my) point, is why should ATT be able to dictate how we use our iPhone over seas??
If a developer thinks it is a big feature, they should be able to sell those apps, or 3G versions of them, where they are allowed , real simple
“This version is not for sale or use with ATT” just as many things on iTunes are not sold out side of the USA (TV shows)
I don’t care what ATT does in the States, but they should not dictate what apps are available to the rest of us
Is there much difference between streaming and watching a bunch of videos on YouTube? Both use bandwidth on the cellular network.
I don’t think I will be updating Eye TV any time soon.
NikonFox
I’m assuming that ATT will be wanting to charge for TV access pretty soon.
In these tough financial times they should charge what they can on what they can. The free ride is over.
” width=”19″ height=”19″ alt=”smile” style=”border:0;” /> I’m only kidding of course. Up here in Canada were with Rogers and it’s expensive. But we allow the rape to go on because there’s little competition till Bell starts up and let’s face it, I love my iPhone.
I wonder if you show such exemplary moralism when it comes time to pay your taxes, or reduce your carbon footprint for the sake of other people’s children. More power to you if you do— but if not, I wonder why anyone should take seriously the distinction you’d implicitly be making between private contracts and the social contracts we are bound to as a matter of general ethical obligation.
I have it and tried it and it works, but now I feel filthy using it. too bad att is too creaky and duct-taped to handle it.
The App Store should take into account that the availability/allowability of certain services
is DEPENDENT ON THE ISP.
(i.e., never mind that AT&T is backward in certain areas, that shouldn’t restrict the iPhone’s features in the rest of the world)
Examples: high bandwidth stuff over 3G (e.g., tethering, VoIP), MMS, …
I propose that a system is worked out such that the app itself can determine whether a service is available/allowable in the connectivity/country context at hand.
P.S. For those posters having trouble getting the ampersand (&) to display properly in words such as “AT&T” (which usually comes out as “AT&T;”).
All you need to do is to use the html escape sequence for ampersand, which is & (so in order for AT&T to display properly, use the sequence AT&T).
Just to say the App is back on the Apps store with the exact same version number, ie no change – see http://www.totalapps.net/news/eyetv-pulled-apple/
@@HughB
“I wonder if you show such exemplary moralism when it comes time to pay your taxes, or reduce your carbon footprint for the sake of other people’s children. More power to you if you do— but if not, I wonder why anyone should take seriously the distinction you’d implicitly be making between private contracts and the social contracts we are bound to as a matter of general ethical obligation.”
So, by your logic, unless you’re perfect, STFU? Raise your hand if you’re perfect. I thought so.
Well EyeTV app for iPhone version 1.0.0 is still available on the Australian iTunes App store as of 7.00 a.m. local time on Monday 19 October 2009.