Ultimate A/V has a couple of next gen DVDs reviews up today. Clerks 2, the one that was made in the last decade, was released to HD DVD using the AVC CODEC at 1080p. The nice extra in this one is that it has support for Dolby TrueHD. Second up is their review of Alien Vs Predator. This Blu-ray disc […]
Read moreThis is GREAT news for all end-users, as competition from the satellite companies is what's really going to convince Cable-Labs to be more reasonable with their OCUR. No time-frame yet, but at least it's good to hear they're still working on it. Well, apparently, Microsoft is working with both DirecTV and Dish Network on cards that would allow home theater […]
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On this, the holiest of HD holidays, I think I will be taking most of this day off and relaxing with family and friends. However, I will be on later tonight to ensure tomorrow's review is up and of course get started on tomorrow's news. Don't worry, we will still have an edition of The Daily Button.
Read moreThe Daily Button Cooler News: Artic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro review at GideonTech Video Card News: Sapphire X1950Pro review at Hardware Zone Video Card News: EVGA GF 8800GTS SLI review at NV News Case News: nMedia 200BA review at Virtual-Hideout Case News: Antec P180b review at Burnout PC <Insert Name Here> As it turns out, we need […]
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I had originally planned to put this review in the next edition of the Daily Button, but I stumbled across something that a few of the DIYers out there might be interested in. AMD's next mobo chipset, the 690 series will include IGP based on ATI's tech. More importantly, there will be HDCP HDMI connections available. From the article: This […]
Read moreEngadgetHD has noticed that Target has been stocking up on HDTV antennas as of late. In fact, if you go to their website, it is likely you will find that Target has a bigger selection then the B&M retail stores such as BB and CC. From the article: So next time you are hankering for a new Terk or Terrestrial […]
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It's good to see Multistream cablecard devices coming out now…why they couldn't come out with multistream to begin with is beyond me. For those unaware, multistream will allow you to watch and/or record two shows at once. …an all-digital HD DVR with a 160GB drive inside that also supports multistream CableCARD (M-Card) for viewing or recording multiple TV streams simultaneously (along […]
Read moreElectronic House has a few toungue-in-cheek suggestions for watching the Super Bowl game this Sunday. I strongly disagree with number 5. Sure they make a point about HD, but nothing should prevent you from watching those great commercials. Here are a couple of my suggestions. Make sure you are well stocked with beer. Wine need not apply at a sporting event. Make […]
Read moreThere is a reason that Chris won best blog in this year's Media Center awards, it's because he is always on top of the latest and greatest news from Vista. This time around he has the scoop on MSN Remote Record being released for Vista MCE. For those of you who don't know, Remote Record allows you to find and […]
Read moreThe Daily Button Welcome to today's edition of The Daily Button Edition. Also known as, the really long to complete edition because of a baby sitting on my lap. CPU News: X2 5000+ review at HotHardware CPU News: Core2Quad 6600 review at HardwareZone Motherboard News: AMD AM2 mobo comparo at Hexus Motherboard News: AMD's 690 chipset to launch in a month at […]
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