It has been just over a week since Google TV’s launch, and opinions are still unclear.  Self-described as “tv, apps, search, and the web…together at last”, Google TV is available in two ways: Standalone TV (Sony Internet TV) and set-top box (Logitech Revue and Sony Internet TV Blu-ray players).

The first round of reviews are in, and they are mixed.  On the good side, Google TV has incredible functionality and a universal Google Chrome search bar that overlays every screen.  Google TV’s biggest offering is its ability to access nearly all web-based video.  Apps, like Android’s Remote App and Vimeo’s Couch Mode have been created as a complement.   On the other hand, compatible apps are limited.  The Netflix App is outdated and ABC, CBS, and Hulu are blocking Google TV devices from streaming their content.

In an effort to remedy these issues, Google has given away nearly 10,000 Revues to developers to motivate them to write applications designed for the service.

In the end, Google TV has serious potential, but is certainly still in its infancy.  We look forward to seeing what happens next.