Firingsquad, man they have been around a while, fires a few direct shots into state of HTPCs. The article mostly complains about the current state of HD media. Firingsquad does have a point, if HTPCs are to keep up with the STB we all aim to replace, the software vendors need to keep up and start writing programs that offer […]
Read moreIf you are new to the site, let me point you to our three newest articles. All are great reads and will help you enhance your Media Center knowledge just a little bit more. Graphics Card Buying Guide Omaura TF8 Review Top 10 Uses SageTV News: Chris L’s take on SageTV’s new extender Speaker News: Totem Tribe III On-Wall […]
Read moreTivo, well known for their STB PVRs, is going to make the leap into the PC based DVR world with help from Nero. Though their interface is well know, it is not well know how they will compete with already established programs such as SageTV, BeyondTV and Vista MCE. It will be interesting if they will allow you to network […]
Read moreThe format war rages on across the world. Its tragic to see this many innocent pocketbooks killed because of this senseless war. The HD DVD camp aims to make your pain and suffering a little less meaningless with a Community Screening feature with the release of the newest Harry Potter film. Owners of the new film will be able to […]
Read moreUsing 2 or more remotes can quickly drop any sort of WAF you may have had to start out the project. After using a Harmony 880 for a couple of years now, its easy to see why an activity based remote makes life a lot simpler. It as easy as pressing "Watch TV" and everything turns on correctly and the […]
Read moreSometime ago, I had posted a blog about getting started in my new home. Well 6 months have passed since then and I have made some progress, but not a whole lot. Here is my original list. Finish home networking and phones Configure test bench Configure production/gaming machine (upgrade planned) Build new CableCard HTPC Install new HTPC in family room […]
Read moreMatt, with some help from the rest of us, dives into what makes a good graphics card for your HTPC. This guide is a part of a series of articles that will help newcomers and enthusiasts alike buy the best parts for their HTPC builds. As mentioned in the CPU article guide , this is a series of articles that […]
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Will Sage best Vista by getting their extender out the door first? Does it matter? Probably not, but Andy does have a few pictures posted up to keep you going until you can get your grubby paws on one. No further details were released. Price – $199 including SageTV Extender License Forum Link Pictures: Forum Link Price Announcement: Forum Link: Formats […]
Read moreIts that time of year, the Digital Lifestyle Media Center awards are upon us. It would be shameless of me to beg you all to vote for MissingRemote.com. However, as you already know, I am shameless. So pleeeeeeeeeeeeease.. vote for MissingRemote.com. Winning this will boost our confidence and put out even more great content for you guys. Mike even said […]
Read moreHere is an article from EH submitted by Chuck. Electronic House We’re pretty sure you and your loved ones will like these gifts, too. For example, fun-loving product editor Rachel Cericola yearns for real video game action and TV anywhere. Managing editor Arlen Schweiger is sizing up an affordable 1080p LCD TV and a robot to play tricks on. And […]
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