MCE: Digital Cable Advisor Tool Available Now!
Well, shortly after word hit that the ATI 1.19 copy free firmware has hit Windows Update, now we have the Digital Cable Advisor tool making its appearance on MCE Extras Galleries across the country. This will enable any capable Windows7 Media Center system to be able to use the ATI Digital Cable tuners. Here’s the full process in screenshots. […]
Read moreATI DCT Firmware update pops up on Windows Update, DRM-free MCE recordings & are a go
All that waiting, and the time is over!! The ATI DCT Firmware has apparently made it’s debut on windows update, so grab it today! So go grab a tuner, schedule a cablecard installation, and read our guide on skipping commercials with it! EngadgetHD Microsoft delivered the first half of two promised ATI Digital Cable Tuner-related updates as the 1.19.12.09050155 […]
Read moreHow to launch 3rd Party MCE add-in with a Logitech Harmony remote
This is a fantastic guide I absolutely will need to check out, since I hate having to go to the start menu to go to any of my 3rd party apps in Media Center. Check it out and give it a shot… TheDigitalLifestyle.com So I have used a keyboard shortcut method, however there is one issue with this, you need […]
Read moreHD Media Player Battlemodo: Apple TV Killers
Gizmodo chose a select few extender devices to do a roundup battle royale comparison. It’s short yet effective, but remember there are literally a ton of extender devices to choose from, hopefully articles like this will help manufacturers continue to improve their devices. Gizmodo The goal here is simple: Play all the videos that I have ripped from DVD, […]
Read moreWarner puts Observe, Ghosts on VOD before DVD
I wonder how Redbox feels about this announcement? You have to love where Movie Studios are going with this announcement though, it’s showing some outside the box thinking from traditional methods, and I think it’s a win-win. Gives them another advantage over Netflix–no having to drive or wait for your movie, just stream it immediately at the same time. Video […]
Read more120/240 Hz LCD Problems Exposed
Another informative story from the folks at HDGuru, who really seem to know their stuff. HDGuru Currently, prospective flat screen buyers have two alternatives. If LCD is your preference but you wish to avoid the ME/MC circuit’s artifacts, most LCD sets offer a turn off option. The trade-off is lower motion resolution. If you want a feature like LED edge […]
Read moreBest Buy embraces digital delivery of home video
This deal makes sense if your Best Buy, and an overwhelming victory for CinemaNow which has really had a difficult time regaining space in the online streaming space which has been dominated by Netflix and others. Best Buy makes decent hardware at lower costs, which guarantees this service will be in quite a few homes. Yahoo The software making it […]
Read moreScythe Quiet Drive 2.5 Review
This is a pretty interesting device, given that most people that are using 2.5" drives in their systems are doing so specifically to reduce the noise, since 2.5" drives are well known for being quieter than most 3.5" hard drives. That being said, for $30-40, you might seriously want to consider simply investing in a Solid State drive which would […]
Read moreGlideTV Navigator
GlideTV Navigator Review The GlideTV Navigator has gained a significant amount of buzz recently, being a handheld device with a fairly unique design. Its premise is simply to provide a handheld touchpad device which allows you full control of your HTPC to with literally the click of its touchpad button. With remotes growing ever increasingly complex in size and […]
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