I’m sure we have a lot of talented graphics artists and themers out there so why not take a crack at this competition. Even if you don’t normally use Mythtv. Could be fun. With the release of MythTV 0.22, theme authors have powerful new tools in their hands to mold the MythTV interface as they see fit. We are […]
Read moreI guess I really have underestimated the popularity of SD memory cards, given the recent announcements from movie studios and now Blockbuster to utilize the technology to let people obtain rentals for movies. Sounds like an act of desparation if you ask me though…if you have the technology to be carying or know what an SD card is, wouldn’t that […]
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Calibrating your television is almost as important as the careful work you took to purchase it. A lot of people will never touch their TV settings after purchase and are really missing out on the potential of their set. While there are more expensive options, I’ve used this disc many times myself and it really is great. Ben’s got a […]
Read moreSometimes a man’s quest to "scratch an itch" leads to great things. Other times the novelty just fizzles after time. I’m not sure what to think about using RFID coasters to control your HTPC but I can’t help but feel that there is some potential for this beyond just "scratching the developer’s itch". For this project I attempted to […]
Read moreYou know it’s a slow release week when one of the best choices is a re-tread of Watchmen with even more footage…because those director’s 3-plus hours wasn’t enough! That being said, Heat is an Al Pacino classic, well worth checking out, as is Logan’s Run. MissingRemote’s Pick of the Week Up Another home run for Pixar, Up is a completely […]
Read moreLets get testing this new Alpha1 Build boys ! [XBMC 9.11: Alpha1 ready for testing]
Read moreSo much for that analog hole we enjoyed for so long. Then again, with Cable Card loosening up a bit, this really loses the severity which makes you wonder why studios are even wasting their time on this. Hopefully it never sees the light of day, as it is rather preposterous–just all the more reason to use a cable card […]
Read moreThis is still something to be optimistic of, even though it’s disappointing very little will be ready by December 4th. You have to think if Studios saw an immediate profit to this they would accelerate the process more, but hey, it is what it is. I look forward to seeing how the process is and what (if any) extra cost […]
Read moreMany have been long awaiting the release of the new version of Mythtv. I count myself among those people. There are lots of new features and enhancements including an upgrade to the UI. I hope to do a featurette of the new features soon. Until then have a look for yourself! After a little over a year and a […]
Read moreAll 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 […]
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