As the months dragged on I was a bit concerned that the issue noted in our review of the TX-NR818 where it converted 23.976 content to 24.000 was not going to get fixed. Thankfully that is not the case because today Onkyo released a firmware update that resolves it (and a couple other issues) – Huzzah! I’ve been running a […]
Read moreCeton is trying to bring an integrated experience over to the Echo. They made mention that they are trying to get Android to run on the Echo. They are also trying to get Netflix integration, one of the best new coming off this announcement is trying to get Media Center to run natively in Android on the Echo. Most interestingly, […]
Read moreUsing a HTPC isn’t always the easiest way to watch content, but nothing combines the flexibility, capability and potential into a single consumption point like it does. Those that demand the highest quality often rail against the complexity required, and to be fair they have a point, but it’s there and few products demonstrate this like the high quality video […]
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In my opinion Windows 8 is faster then Windows 7, and I don’t mind using it, but when you are on a remote desktop of Windows 8 or running it in Hyper-V, it is less then pleasent when it comes to moving the mouse to the corners to do anything. I came across this article in PCWorld Magazine and then […]
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Looks like Dune HD hit their delivery target for the TV303D, and Damien has it reviewed. The results were much more mixed than I expected from Dune HD, hopefully just teething issues with a new platform. Overall I would say I have some mixed thoughts with the TV303D. On a positive note, network performance is excellent which is critical for […]
Read moreMedia Browser has been around for a while now, providing a solution to merging your available online streaming content along with your native local software, and they’re investing in some big changes. See full notes below and at the Media Browser website–it looks like it’s going to be as beautiful as ever. Currently in beta, but to be released soon! […]
Read moreJust wanted to give everyone a heads up, we’re doing some scheduled site maintenance tonight from 6pm (PST) until around 9pm. We hope to be back up as soon as we can get everything cleaned and primed for you. Thanks!
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When I’m building a dedicated XBMC box, I often turn to the “embeddded” OpenELEC distro because of its drop-dead simple installation process and just-works feature set. And now with XBMC 12 is out, bringing a modern audio pipeline and Live TV to the platform, it’s a great time to upgrade or check out the HTPC software. If you need a […]
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If the Arc Midi R2‘s transparent side panel was a little to flashy, or the price a bit too steep you might want to check out Fractal Design’s Core 3000. It has many of the same features like dust filters and oodles of space for about $35 less. I’ve been putting off replacing my aging Lian Li tower chassis […]
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