Disney Said to Be Seeking Netflix Block in Starz Pact
Hrmm…I wonder what impact this had on Netflix submitting to Warner Brothers just a bit ago?
Read moreRealNetworks Founder Steps Down as CEO
I never like to hear this type of news, especially under the current circumstances Real is facing with their battle in the courts against the MPAA. You have to admire the courage he had as CEO, and I’d imagine if the court case had gone things would look much differently. Home Media Mag “After nearly 16 years, I’ve decided it’s […]
Read moreThursday Podcast Roundup, Lots about CES
Tons of podcasts in the last week, as usually is the case with a big show like CES, so enjoy! Engadget HD Podcast 173 – 1.13.2009 CES is officially over but we’re still trying to catch up on all the news, so we talk a little 3D without glasses and why it isn’t ready for prime time as well as […]
Read moreComcast Remote DVR Scheduling is Here! (For Some)
Looks like Comcast is stepping up their game, but you have to wonder if they would have done this if not for the DirecTV commercials specifically mentioning this feature. Now here’s my question being a Windows Media Center enthusiast–if the feature is so important that two of the largest MSO’s have it, shouldn’t it be in a $2000 computer system? […]
Read moreIan’s CES Photo Gallery
There’s been so much coverage and reading regarding CES this year, that it’s nice sometimes to just sit back and enjoy the pictures. Ian Dixon has a brain dump of photos up on TheDigitalLifestyle website, so enjoy!
Read morePopcorn Hour and LG – Yep, More Media Extender Players
And here I thought news of Extender-type devices had slowed down. The LG one is to be expected given their size, but I’m surprised to see another offering from Popcorn Hour given the very good press they received for their Popbox unit scheduled to arrive in March. But I’m not going to complain–the more choices means the lower the price […]
Read moreWal-Mart to possibly Acquire Vudu
If at first you don’t succeed, try try again. That is a motto apparently very well known over at Wal-Mart, where they are supposedly in talks to acquire movie streaming service from Vudu. I always liked Vudu but just felt their selection and pricing weren’t in fit with my needs, but having a powerhouse like Wal-Mart behind them can’t hurt […]
Read moreA Peek Into Netflix Queues
[H]ardOCP has found a link to a pretty cool interactive map of what’s in Netflix queues by region. Pretty interesting, and agree kinda creepy. For example, in Inglewood, California, Twilight is number one on the list. Back east, some have The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. Pretty cool. Head over to NYTimes for the full maps.
Read moreSyabas Officially Announced PCH A200
After much speculation of a PCH A110 replacement, Syabas has officially announced that the PCH A200 will be available for pre order on January 18th. The A-200 will be running on the same Sigma chip as its bigger brother the C-200. It is expected to have the generic stock UI at launch but expectation is that it will eventually […]
Read moreJanuary 12th Blu-ray Releases
Another fairly slow week of releases to continue the start of 2010, but there’s a couple decent choices here. If you need some Stallone or Arnold nostalgia, Cliffhanger was an entertaining one finally being released on Blu-ray, since I’m sure you were all clammoring for it and Arnold’s Last Action Hero. Halloween 2 was another fairly brutal offering from Rob […]
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