NBC Universal Moves in With Amazon

Oh snap, Apple! No sooner does NBC declare that they're moving out of Apple's iTunes (but leaving some stuff behind until the movers get there) than the Peacock goes and hooks up with Amazon, offering $1.99 episodes on Amazon's Unbox service, as well as package discounts. As of September 10, Unbox customers will also be able to snarf free downloads of some of this fall's pilots (Bionic Woman, Chuck, Journeyman and Life).

As with many a breakup, NBC is getting its revenge by living well. Not only is it flaunting its relationship with its new partner, it's looking fabulous: Less than 24 hours after NBC's content became available, three of its shows (Battlestar Galactica, Heroes and The Office) are among the top ten sellers, with Galactica and Heroes nabbing the top two spots.