Media Distribution/Extenders
I know it seems like we’ve slowed down on the number of Extender-type devices out there, but it looks like it’s really going to pick up around CES time. The XStreamerHD looks pretty awesome, and I read in their forums that a new version of their software in February will even support ripped Blu-rays (not just ISOs)….impressive. EngadgetHD That […]
Read moreDo you desperately need wireless HDMI? Then maybe this device would be worth $600 to you. I’d imagine as more devices come out the prices will fall, but for now your options are limited if you must have this…at least you have an option. Audioholics Rocketfish has released through Best Buy (it isn’t even on their website yet) their new […]
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Roku continues to make news with their $99 device and have announced a nice addition of channels available to their customers. Some really nice offerings, as if the product wasn’t compelling enough already. Hacking Netflix Roku is launching a new channel store for the Roku Player, and is adding 10 new channels: Pandora, Facebook Photos, Revision 3, Mediafly, TWiT, […]
Read moreRemember the debate that’s been going on for a while, whether those "Extender" devices like Popcorn Hour were so much better than clunky HTPC Clients like the ASRock ION? Well, my ION sure can still play YouTube…Popcorn Hour can’t anymore. It’s disappointing but frankly not all that surprising. GeekTonic Syabas, makers of the Popcorn Hour media players is telling its […]
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Mmmm…multi-zone audio. I wish I had a large enough house to have to worry about this. But for those that do, CasaTunes makes use of the good ol Silverstone chassis to brand it’s own client units to make your audio life easier. SlashGear The XLi supports up to six output zones and the XLe supports up to 12 and […]
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Hooray, another Extender device! This one is a bit different as it doesn’t appear to have any storage internally, and supports 1080p. I am curious to see it matched up against its competitors, but the more the merrier in this fun filled market of devices similar! i4u The device has one HDMI output and one Component Y-Pb-Pr output. Other […]
Read moreI’m not exactly sure how I feel about this, so I’ll defer to everyone else. Is this good for Boxee? For consumers? I would have preferred they simply make themselves work on all sorts of other popular boxes, like the Roku, as they’ve done successfully with the AppleTV. Thoughts? Boxee Blog I am very happy to announce we have signed […]
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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, […]
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Just when you thought it was going to die…they pulled it back! Actually, the announcement that they were actually beefing up the specs slightly and NOT discontinuing the AppleTV was a good sign they had some plans. I’d still rather use Boxee on it, but if you must… EngadgetHD The redesigned main menu on Apple TV gives you instant access […]
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The folks at MediaSmartServer.net got their hands on the little Myka device and ran it through the paces. Not a terrible little unit, but not without some flaws. The units start at $199 though, so definitely weigh your options and needs before putting down that kind of coin on an extender-type device. MediaSmartServer I tested different file types from […]
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