No real surprise here but it’s good to see Intel continuing to innovate on the video chip side of things. This obviously has some non-HTPC’s in mind, but I can see the technology being spread across all lines of their products. Engadget Intel’s making a big TV push here at IDF, and a lot of it centers around the […]
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Damian from MediaSmartServer.net got his grubby hands on one of the first C-200’s out there and took it for a test drive. Not surprisingly, the thing is pretty awesome, but the display is pretty useless. A tidbit he shares, the C-200 CAN bitstream high definition audio! Pretty impressive. MediaSmartServer This is probably one of the first things people ask […]
Read moreDepending how you look at this, this is either a good or a bad thing. After last year’s fiasco where they had big announcements followed by even bigger layoffs, you knew something was not working. Hopefully this acquisition will continue development and innovation. I was not a huge fan of the Moxio interface but appreciated what they were trying to […]
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I am surprised we don’t see more of these types of theaters considering the cost associated with running projector units. What’s your take though? If I had a large screen and high quality projector, I would have a difficult time going to something smaller especially in the same room. But I can understand the cost savings associated with such. […]
Read moreI always enjoy interviews with the rather candid Reed Hastings, CEO of Netflix, who is never shy about offering his insight on many things related to his business. A lot of buzz online with this Q&A is revolving around his mention that they are going after a wealth of other devices such as the PS3 and Wii, but this particular […]
Read moreGod bless news like this. Even if it’s nothing concrete yet, the fact that there are people out there looking out is invaluable. Especially with the technology of cable card which has so much potential yet has been an utter PITA to implement and really hasn’t taken off. I’m not sure what can be done really, but at least someone […]
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I have to be honest, I’m not sure how many high end customers are really demanding for their speakers to be wireless. If you are in that group and have $1200 dedicated to a subwoofer, then here is some good news. C|Net The subwoofer is a round design, a mere 7.7 inches thick, and yet it still manages to […]
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Here’s a nice little touchscreen for you X10 users, and the cool thing about it is it’s powered by AAA batteries, meaning you can easily mount this anywhere. Of course, it also means you’ll have to replace the batteries….but still. Smart Home It can be used as X10 remote control, i. e. without controller or PC. The interface of […]
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Now here are some very cool looking tower speakers that won’t completely destroy your wallet. Coming in under $800 for the pair, the reviewer is very pleased with both the appearance and the sound quality coming from these. I only wish I had the space fro some nice towers. Electronic House The Impression line is, without a doubt, some […]
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Nice and quick little review on a solid looking stand for your home theater equipment from Sanus. Coming in at just under $500 it’s expensive enough to have to seriously consider my alternatives though. Audioholics The Sanus DVF49 AV Stand is definitely a very nice piece of AV furniture. While it doesn’t allow the unlimited access or center channel […]
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