If you are entrenched firmly in the BLu-ray camp, or perhaps already have a Xbox360 add-on drive, you will be interested to know about Lite-On’s newest drive. For a mere $199, you can get a BD-ROM that reads all of the right discs. Some might be a little ticked off that it won;t write to DVDs. Gear Log Spec-wise, the […]
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GBPVR has underwent a few changes in the last 6 months or so. One thing I noticed right of the bat was an improved UI both in looks and functionality. You can’t really go wrong with free now can you :). GB-PVR 1.1.5 Announcement – net radio feature available again – Search Guide now accessible from main menu – added […]
Read moreMy apologies for the lack of Daily Buttons, however, I think it was for good reason. We have 4 great articles in the last week then you can spend some time on. Top Ten Uses For Your HTPC Beyond TV 4.7 Review – Get your iPod sync on HTPC Processor Buying Guide Omaura Case Pics & Preview – Check out […]
Read moreFolks who use their console as a media extender got some good news today. From Gizmodo , it has been confirmed that the PS3 will be getting DivX. You will have to download the latest firmware and then the decoder will come a short time later. ARS also covers the PS3 story but their story also has information pertaining to […]
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I am sure a lot of you have yet to see what the Omaura case looks like. Though I don’t have detailed shots of the inside, you can rest assure they are on par with the best that is out there. These guys know HTPC cases and how to design them. Like what you see? Well put your hat into […]
Read moreBrad S, AKA Hukt, is our first XGene keyboard winner. :). Our random number generator chose lucky number thirteen and he of course was the thirteenth entry. Brad, you have 3 days to claim your price. Please email alan at missingremote dot com with your mailing details to get the prize sent out to you. Congratulations to Brad and thank […]
Read moreWhile I’m sure most of you are looking for some serious A/V news to get you started on a Monday morning, how about something a little lighter? PCWorld has put together a list of the top 25 "Viral Videos". There were even a few that I had not seen before. PCWorld There’s no formula for creating a video that millions […]
Read moreDue to a somewhat embarrassing problem, I won’t be able to make the drawing tonight :(. However, we will be drawing for the keyboard at 10:00 AM MST. Sorry about that. -Alan
Read moreSageTV is getting closer to releasing their HD client :). SageTV link. Howdy all, It’s time to start the beta cycle again. But we’re going to be quick this time since we need to be ready for the HD extender in a couple weeks. (there’s a small delay in production, so we’re behind the prior announcement of Mid-November, but we’re […]
Read moreWOW…this thing looks pretty sweet. Would love to get my mitts on this thing. $400 for a box that allows me to ‘rent’ movies seems a little steep though. However the upconvert has huge potential. Wired At the intersection of laziness and instant gratification beckons a set-top box called Vudu. Grab the remote, select a movie, agree to the rental […]
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