Every time there's a product launch, especially for a Windows OS, the question arises about what is OEM and why is it so much less expensive than retail. Well, ARSTechnica has taken some of the guessing (and fun!) out of it & explained a bit in detail what differentiates it. OEM editions of Windows don't come in pretty boxes, nor […]
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I like the look of this HTPC much better than the rather modest specs, but hey, that's why you learn how to upgrade, right? The touchpad on the front is cool, but I'm waiting until we really see SideShow potential before dipping that deep into my wallet just for aesthetics. Features of this sleek looking HTPC include: A silver chassis […]
Read moreThis news is all over the web by now, I though I would post it just in case a few of you have not seen it. It looks like you are going to have to supply a complete OS install to upgrade to Vista. The times are over of anyone grabbing Grandma Bett's XP disc and getting a cheaper upgrade. […]
Read moreOkoro Media Systems, manufacturer of digital entertainment systems for the high end audio video market, is pleased to announce the availability of the new GX300 for 2007. The new GX300 is based on the Intel® Core™2 Extreme Quad core and Nvidia 8800 GTX technology. This model will deliver unprecedented 3-D gaming performance and will provide better performance for intense multimedia […]
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I am not sure I could recommend a non-1080p display device in this day and age. Saying that, I am not truly convinced of the incremental value 1080p brings over 720p. Its just, that I am addicted. The PLV-Z5 gets pretty good review from Audioholics. Coming it at under $2,000, the specs are 1100 ANSI lumens, 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 720p […]
Read moreThere is a lot of strong opinions about HTIB. Most people around these parts would highly recommend against them. As with everything in life, I find most things have a purpose. I would envision an attractively priced system such as the SD-SP10 as a bedroom setup. It would take up a bit less room, and you might not be so […]
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It didn't take me long to realize the HC-5000 should be on most people's short list when shopping for projectors. Right of the bat, the first spec that hit my eye was support for 1080p/24fps. Continuing that with a price tage below $5,000 it is sure to be a winner. However, it did produce some artifacts with the dynamic iris. […]
Read moreSorry for the lack of The Daily Button today. I got tied up with some other site related stuff tonight. We were hard at work testing out some new navigaional stuff for the site and I plum forgot. In the mean time, go ahead and read our recent guides. Dan's Dremel Guide: Mike's Vista Commercial Skip I am sure a […]
Read moreThe Distributed DVR part of the announcement which enables sharing in a home network of PVRs seems a little more realisic and I hope makes it to market. The P2P announcement which enables sharing of content with other subscribers seems a little ambitous for this lawyer happy world. However, it may slide by if commercials are kept in place, and […]
Read moreI am always skeptical of DRM cracked claims until verfied more then a few times. Given all the fluff about Vista DRM over the last few weeks, its interesting to see it get another shot in the ole family jewels. The hack in question bypasses the PMP, which is designed to degrade the quality of playback without the proper hardware. From […]
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