Hulu Desktop for Mac

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Hulu Desktop is a free multimedia application designed for Mac users, focusing on video playback and streaming. It offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies access to a vast library of TV shows, movies, and original content. The application supports high-definition streaming, ensuring a quality viewing experience while accommodating various screen sizes and resolutions. Additionally, users can create personalized watchlists and receive recommendations based on their viewing habits, enhancing the user experience.

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The application includes features such as remote control support, allowing users to navigate their content seamlessly. Hulu Desktop is compatible with various video formats and provides options for adjusting playback settings. The software also integrates with Hulu's subscription services, enabling users to stream content directly from the platform. Overall, Hulu Desktop serves as a convenient solution for Mac users looking to enjoy a wide array of multimedia content in a streamlined environment.

Hulu Desktop for Mac

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: November 19, 2009

Latest update: June 11, 2026

Version: 0.9.8.2

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

Operating System

Mac OS X 10.6
Mac OS X 10.4
Mac OS X
Mac OS X 10.5

Additional Requirements

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or faster
2 GB RAM
2 Mbps Internet connection
Adobe Flash Player 9.0.124 or higher

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 45,424

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

4.7/5

7 User Votes

Excellent easy to download and install
isabela34April 28, 2011
Pros
I love i used before with windows and now on my Mac.
Cons
None i have not cons about . is perfect work good, hight quality display
Summary
I really recommend it to my friends and family, have use it for long time no complaint so everybody should try it. they are going to love it like i do..
Hulu, on your desktop.
ChasinguJanuary 31, 2010
Pros
Easy to install, Simple Interface, Just Load up and Get going.
Cons
Hulu likes to display and actually force you to watch the latest video added to hulu. This is pretty lame but, you can just pause that video, and find the one that you want to watch.
Summary
This program gives a simple interface to someone who doesn't want to keep having to go to Hulu. The only downside I have about this program is that the latest video added to Hulu starts to play right after you start up the program. This can be pretty annoying but is easy to get over. Overall, anyone who is a big Hulu fan should consider getting this program.
awesome product!
obettsbNovember 19, 2009
Pros
Very useful and convenient.
Cons
Doesn't always have all the show or movie that you would like to see but most of the time its there.
Summary
So far a very slick and intuitive app to have for Mac.
monkeyboy72November 15, 2009
Pros
This application blows away going to the website. I highly recommend it for people who catch their shows on Hulu. If you're already familiar with the Apple remote then you're going to love it.
Cons
None yet. Still in beta...would love to see it incorporated into the AppleTV when the full version becomes available. Are you listening Apple? A boy can dream...
Summary
Don't waste your time reading my review...you should be downloading it.
Great! But can't stop autoplay!
dcampagnaJune 6, 2009
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Cons
Summary
This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />Wow, fantastic quality, remote control, easier than Miro to use except... how do you stop the auto-play from firing up when you launch it? Excellent app all around, and if Bravo will ever "get it" about digital distribution, Hulu Desktop might keep people off bittorrent.
Works very nicely thank you!
LVWolfmanJune 6, 2009
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Cons
Summary
This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />I'm not a regular Hulu user, only going there every few weeks. I just downloaded and install the Mac version of Hulu's new desktop software on my 2.4Ghz 17" MacBook Pro with 4GB of ram (late 2007). The picture quality is extremely good, yes it automatically works just fine with my Apple Remote. In fact, the only downside was that at times the video would stutter. This I blame on my network usage rather than the computer or software. My wife is in the other room playing on Second Life and streaming music. Another of my computers is pulling an average of 12-14 Mbps from the newsgroups. all of this on our Cox cable modem's 12 Mbps connection.
Program is good though has a ways to go :)
kashn9500May 30, 2009
Pros
I think this product has some nice features that come with it. First of all the interface is nice. The interface is similar to that of windows media center and the PSP interface. .TV features are cool.
Cons
Has Interface Jitters Video and audio jittering occurs quite frequently. Wish they didn't fade the bottom menus. It would be better if it was more clear. Dislike it when the programs starts out with a video stream. Wish it went right to the program.
Summary
Over all this program was good except for a few jitter of the program in the interface and video jitters. I think the program could improve itself by including some features to search other video services as well is hulu like ashampoo clip finder. That would be neat. I think another improvement would be for the program too. Another improvement that could be made is to be able to have live chat rooms for certain genre lovers. like a chat room for anime in general that u can have open while watching a video in hulu, or like a House M.D. live chat if u are watching House M.D..... I think the program is going along well other than that. I'll make sure to keep up on ideas for the program that can be improved upon.

Developer’s Description

Stream Hulu videos to your desktop.

Hulu Desktop is a lean-back viewing experience for your personal computer. It features a sleek new look that's optimized for use with standard Windows Media Center remote controls or Apple remote controls, allowing you to navigate Hulu's entire library with just six buttons. For users without remotes, the application is keyboard and mouse-enabled. Hulu Desktop is a downloadable application and will work on PCs and Macs. It will initially launch as a beta product during which we plan to gather and incorporate user feedback to improve the service.