This is a pretty good introduction to the world of home security. Nothing fancy, but a good way to get your gears turning and headed down the path to home security. Due to some recent break-ins and thefts in the area, I’ve been considering one myself, but the two very large dogs in the house would pose a problem to […]
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For <$1000 you could be rocking a 1080p projector and watching a 100" screen. That’s just a drop in the bucket compared to the price of the larger LCD and plasma sets on the market. If I had a large enough room to arrange and accommodate a projector, I’d be seriously considering this one. Optoma has upped the bar with […]
Read moreWhile I understand the need, I sure didn’t see this one coming. Apparently, drive manufacturers have agreed to make a change to future hard drives, which Seagate’s David Burks has said he expects to result in a 10% performance drop for XP users. What worries me the most about this–and will concern many HTPC users–is the fact that Windows Home […]
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First they won Blu-ray and now Sony (I’m sure leveraging that) has snagged up all major studios for content for their PS3. This is pretty impressive given how much effort (and time) Netflix has had to put forth to accomplish what they have thus far. SlashGear Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) today announced that 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney […]
Read moreBeen busy with a new job I just started, so posting the Thursday news a bit earlier. Enjoy! MythTV Cast – Episode 17 MythTV vs Tivo vs AppleTV. MythMote Andorid remote control application. Seen in HD 24 – Managed Copy, new TiVos, Rescue Dawn review We start out with a whimsical look at the Sony ApacolyPS3 (thanks to […]
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I’m not sure how many of you guys have AMX controls at your house (that stuff is sweet, but very expensive)…but if you DO, then you’ll be excited about this news. And also, you probably will be able to afford the iPad no problems. Automated Home "We introduce you a new version of iRidium program for AMX and iPad […]
Read moreSo this is not confirmed, but Monoprice says there’s a chance that some of their info may have been hacked. Just a caution, since I’m sure lots of you buy from there for their amazing prices on cables. So just check your statements carefully. Monoprice.com We want to ensure that there is no security vulnerability in any part of our […]
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Damn. So…HDGuru got their hands on the brand spanking new 3D set from Panasonic, and it’s even better than expected. Of course limited 3D content available, but at $2499 for a 50", it’s not an outrageous idea to buy this if you’re in the market. HDGuru Panasonic has set the bar high for Generation 1 FHD3D TVs. With the […]
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Have you seen those HTPC Chassis with the slick touchscreen display that allows you to control what’s on your main screen? If you’ve ever envied those but didn’t want it in the chassis or some other reason, then you may be interested in this offering. At $200 though, you will want to carefully evaluate. Tech Power Up The iMedian […]
Read moreThis is pretty cool from one of the higher end A/V Receiver companies, jumping on the Windows 7 wagon relatively quick. Should help to encourage the other manufacturers as well. I’d love to see this feature in action, but the ability to stream music using PlayTo to the various zones the Denons support sounds awesome. Windows Team Blog As you’re […]
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