I think it's good to see separate components for stereos still being popular. It's so easy for people to see HTIB (Home Theater's In a Box) and think they're great because of their price. But they can't compete with a properly built home theater with receiver & speakers. Don't judge me because I live in a small apt so only […]
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Interesting analysis based on what consumers are expecting from the digital lifestyle. My favorite part is that most people leave a website's homepage within 8 seconds…so if you're reading this…STAY!!!!! In summary, Forrester believes that consumer expectations for digital experiences are built on three fundamental elements — appeal to their emotions, provide easy access, and offer useful value. Apparently, it's […]
Read moreIan's got out his latest of his video add-on to his weekly Media Center Show podcast, so check it out if you want to see some of what he's discussed in action. On this on the all Vista show I will be taking a look at mceBackup 2.0 my backup tool for Media Center, Big Screen Headlines a RSS reader […]
Read moreHome Theater And High Fidelity has the Onix Strata speakers up on the old test bench this week. Interestingly enough, each speaker includes a 8" 350 watt powered 8" subwoofer on each speaker. The speakers seem to garner a great review from the reviewer. The MSRP is currently $1500 and will go up after the new year to just under […]
Read moreChris and I have talked very little over the years, but I certainly respect his opinions on the digital home. It also helps that we think alike when it comes to issues such as media center placement in the digital home. A few of you may noticed that Best Buy struck a deal with Exceptional Innovations to offer a connected […]
Read moreAre you itchin for a taste of the open source media center world? Thankfully, PVR Wire has the cure that ails that nasty rash. Well, if you were out with the questionable girl from down the street, there isn't much any of us can do. For a farily reasonable price, Monolith will build a you a pretty respectable setup with […]
Read moreIf your friends are too cheap to have their HDTV's professionally calibrated, and don't want to buy an HDTV Calibration DVD…then they shouldn't have bought an HDTV! Just kidding! 🙂 But lucky for them, people are here to help with some useful problems & solutions for HDTV Owners. Just about everyone has had the experience of visiting friends or relatives […]
Read moreSome interesting stats here based on DVR viewing. Not surprisingly, the reality TV shows & best dramas don't have high DVR numbers, as people don't want to wait to watch it. I don't know, saving your TiVO'd American Idol Auditions & going through them in marathon fashion is pretty amusing. Some numbers: In the third quarter of 2006, the show […]
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If you haven't heard about SideShow, it's Microsoft's new feature within Vista that will allow hardware manufacturers to design remotes & devices that can interface with your MCE seamlessly. Well, not to be left behind, Soundgraph (makers of the Imon VFD & Remote a lot of us have used) have announced Front View which will be a similar feature with […]
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I met the Neuros guys a while back, and they have quite a mission: To build a small, linux-based device to handle your media center functions. While still in its early stages of life, it's showing some promise even with its flaws. It's great, it really is. Not for what it is, but what it could be. I'll grant you […]
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