I like the idea of this, even though I'm not one of those users that really need a keyboard for my MCE, as my remote does anything I need. But still, the concept seems cool. Gizmodo Transform your notebook into an instant entertainment center with product xxx, a revolutionary cordless controller that seamlessly integrates a Media Center remote control […]
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Saw this over at Mike Brown's blog, it seems there's been some changes to the Sideshow remote. I honestly have no clue why it's taking an eternity for this stuff to be released, but at least they're still making improvements. Read the rest here .Â
Read moreMost of you probably already know most of these, but nonetheless, a good refresher for those who haven't done their HDTV research. I wonder if a Best Buy sales dude would know these? Popular Mechanics To make sure you get HD resolution, you need to do pixel math. Many 42-in. plasma TVs are sold with 1024 x 768 pixels. But […]
Read moreWe have a celebrity amongst us folks, Chris Lanier is mentioned in this article on the Ny Times in response to the convergence of more mainstream to HTPCs. I agree with Chris on this one, seeing an article like this (even as basic as this one) is really reassuring for someone like myself who's been a loyal HTPC advocate for […]
Read moreI'm posting this article to make up for the awful one from GearDigest. This one is a little broader, but OCModShop does a good job of giving a refresher course not only on some components to buy, but also the benefits/disadvantages of each thing, and why you need it at all. Not super advanced, but definitely great for beginners….and a […]
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This device definitely has potential, although is pretty hideous, but I love the idea. $230 buys you this box, that you throw whatever media you want at it & it can output in high quality to your TV. My main question is, after you add in a hard drive, this thing is $330 right? So why not just buy an […]
Read moreI'll be honest, when I was using ReadyBoost I really don't recall a significant noise difference…but…my system is pretty darned quiet to begin with. If I had the available setup, I would try this out with just a super noisy drive. Hopefully SilentPCReview picks this up & does one of their in-depth tests. I'm sure that would increase ReadyBoost usage […]
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Who needs an expensive Sonos music control system if you've got a Media Center & a few of these things in each room! Again, loving the potential of SideShow, but I want to see some actual production units FOR SALE!!!! And prices! Ian Dixon The device can magnetically stick to your Fridge and talk wireless to a Vista […]
Read moreThursday, time for Ian's Media Center Show Podcast! This week up I'm extremely interested as Andrew Van Til joins Ian. Andrew's better known as Babgvant, and if you follow this site at all, know I'm a HUGE fan & supporter of his DVR-MS Toolbox software which allows you to skip commercials.Show Times: 00:50 Coming up this week 01:48 Email – […]
Read moreCyberLink PowerDVD Ultra Enriches the Quality of High-Definition Video Playback with Support for NVIDIA's Second Generation PureVideo® HD (VP2) Architecture Taipei, Taiwan—-May 17, 2007—-CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), a world leader in digital home solutions, announces that PowerDVD Ultra-the only retail software to support Blu-ray Disc, HD DVD, and DVDs-now supports NVIDIA's second generation PureVideo® HD (VP2) architecture on NVIDIA's latest […]
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