We’ve reviewed the previous generation of ASRock HTPC SFF systems in the past, and we were pleased with their price/size/performance. It’s good to see ASRock continues to develop this line, and while this isn’t brand new, you always learn new things from different reviewers. Plus it’s been a slow news week 🙂 Streaming HD Content from Netflix was a slightly […]
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Here’s a pretty cool project going on, completely open source with all the information available to help. The idea is simple enough, use an IR to Ethernet module to connect to your AV Devices from across the internet. His project, called Ether IR, is an Internet-enabled IR repeater. It consists of an Ethernet-connected module with an IR LED mounted on […]
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A lot of people like to use the Corsair CX430 ATX power supply for their HTPC because it offers a decent value at its normal sub-$50 street price. I noticed Newegg is promoting an exceptional deal on this power supply for the weekend. The price is $39.99 – $20 rebate = $19.99 with free shipping. For the weekend, there is […]
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If you have ever had problems playing a file format or getting subtitles to work, then most likely you eventually gave up and downloaded VLC. Here’s info on a new update for it. It’s not the prettiest player in the world, but it’s bloody powerful as there’s not much it can’t handle. The VideoLAN team has made available a new […]
Read moreI was just relaxing in my hotel in Dallas and remembered I had one final copy of Arcsoft’s Total Media Theatre 3 left at my house, so I wanted to try something a little different. So we’re going to be giving away the copy with entries only through Facebook! So head on over to Facebook.com/MissingRemote and enter. (Sorry to our […]
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Sonos is not a new company, but as big an HTPC buff as I am whenever friends or families tell me all they want is to play music around the house, they’re the name I recommend. Here our friend Damian (Dbone in the forums here) takes a step away from his media player reviews and takes a look at the […]
Read moreLike Andrew, I also would like to have a projection setup someday. There’s simply no replacement for the sheer envelopment that a projector can bring with a 100″+ screen. Unfortunately, my current abode isn’t ideal, but I plan to set up a dedicated screening room in my next residence so I like to stay informed on the technology. Following on […]
Read moreThe Electronic Home Expo (EHX) is an annual (or is it twice) show for custom home installers and is really a fun show to see some of the fancy high end products you probably can’t afford. In an unusual twist for a CE pro-oriented show, the security-related educational sessions (including the home health technology presentations) drew larger crowds than the […]
Read moreIf you are looking for an analysis of streaming content services which places an emphasis on quality, Tech of the Hub Blog has got you covered. The result is no surprise, VUDU is top dog while Netflix is declared “best value”. Given the recent announcements from Netflix and Amazon, there’s been a lot written about video streaming services lately. One […]
Read moreA lot of Blu-ray releases this week, but I didn’t see much stand out. Well, that is besides “Battle of Los Angeles.” But worry not, the studios have not gone mad, this is not the one still in theaters but instead is a low budget copy cat garbage film. How they get away with things like that are beyond me. […]
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