Earlier this week, TiVo was awarded a patent on the display of closed caption data on a DVR. This patent uses both the closed caption data and metadata to create "interactive" events for their users. Potential uses of this technology include the ability to "clip" time shifted program and then send that info to someone else whose recorded the show. […]
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Now this is what I call thinking outside the box. Plus, just think about all the good jokes you could have about the monster under the stairs!! Gizmodo The stair hides even more high tech stuff behind that screen: A 1-terabyte hard drive array, an audio amplifier, the 30Mb/s FIOS connection, an EyeTV 500 HD tuner, and a UPS […]
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I know a lot of you are using racks (lucky!!), so if you were interested in migrating your Mac Mini–I’m going to assume for purposes of Boxee–then you’re in luck. Automated Home Putting it all together is quite easy, the Mac mini is placed in the UBL-MMR, the included metal clamp in put on top and the the included […]
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I have been a big fan of Denon for a while, they have always had a fantastic reputation, but at a premium price. As of recently, their receivers have really come to the front of the pack, and the 4810 is no exception. I have a lot of experience with the 3808 and have nothing but positive things to say […]
Read moreLots of options for controlling your HTPC these days, and here’s another device that goes the route of trackball instead of touchpad. Really a matter of preference, but this is a pretty small package for a full sized keyboard. Dragon Steel Mods Today for review I’ve got the Aurora Micro Wireless Keyboard from Enermax. Not only is this keyboard stylish […]
Read moreWe don’t see a lot of projector reviews…so while this is not directly geared at HTPC usage, it’s still a sign that there are some good products out there…and at only $700, it’s fairly affordable as well. TestFreaks The Epson MovieMate 60 projector is meant to be a portable all-in-one style product, it even includes a carrying case and a […]
Read moreSome people got a little too excited over the weekend with rumors of 1080p support coming to Netflix, but I think the addition of 5.1 surround sound will do them some good. Still not going to make me choose streaming over playing a Blu-ray movie, but for the casual movie goer it’s probably a great improvement to a service they […]
Read moreGiven the prevalence of high definition content these days, I’m surprised more of the new media players aren’t all coming out with 802.11n to handle the HD needs. Fans of ASUS should be happy about this news however, and its price doesn’t seem too absorbant. Gizmodo The O!Play streamers are very highly-regarded here at Gizmodo, especially when considering they don’t […]
Read moreAnd we’re back to how 2010 was going with a fairly weak selection to choose from. I seriously struggled here given the available options. I’m sure a lot of people might recommend Couples Retreat at a glance, but I saw it…and it was pretty bad. And this is coming from a Vince Vaughn fan. Being a huge fan of thrillers […]
Read moreNot sure what to be more impressed about here, the fact that Hulu topped a billion in a single month, or the fact that that number is paltry compared to what YouTube does monthly. Guess people don’t mind watching videos on their computers huh? 🙂 HomeMediaMag The average Hulu viewer watched 22.9 videos during the month, representing another all-time high […]
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