I would also like to note that when you read the release notes (and I did, before installing the update) there is no mention of this new “feature” that disables services to users because of geolocation on the device.
And to me that is misleading the users to do something that it will affect them.
http://www.wdc.com/wdproducts/updates/?family=wdfwdtv_live_G3
What’s in this update? Release 1.07.15 (2/29/2012)
* Supports Skitter TV internet television service
* Supports MLB.TV
* Resolved Get Content Info conflict caused by folders with similar names.
* Resolved mp4 video freezing, audio sync and “Unsupported Message” issues.
* Resolved unable to play MOV videos.
* Resolved MKV video with FLAC audio does not play audio issue.
* Resolved Vorbis audio in MKV container audio spikes during playback issue.
* Resolved remote shortcut keys conflict with the onscreen keyboard during search.
* Resolved movie thumbnail extremely grainy and pixilated.
* Resolved rescan media library after every reboot.
* Resolved BBC radio mute function does not un-mute issue.
* Resolved rescan Get Content Info does not refresh thumbnail issue.
* Resolved movie backdrops do not display without network connection or after network disruption.
* Resolved several Spotify user interface and translation issues.
* Resolved Spotify popping and glitching sounds when skipping tracks issue.
* Resolved Spotify tracks do not play when sharing playlist.
* Resolved Yota Music intermittently hangs issue.
* Resolved YouTube Leanback rebooting issue.
* Resolved PlayJam unable to un-mute issue.
* Resolved WPS Network setup completed message looping.
* Resolved ComedyTime Pause and Play will not work after FFW or RWD several times.
* Resolved several language translation issues.
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* General info:
* Blockbuster video download service will no longer be supported on the WD TV as of 3/31/2012. You will still be able to watch your purchased videos.
* Mediafly will no longer be supported as of 3/31/2012.