Windows Home Server RC1 First Look OSNews Windows Home Server requires, at least, a 1Ghz processor and 512MB of RAM. However, my machine only has 448MB of RAM, and it still works fine and fast. I run WHS on an AMD Athlon XP 1600+ (1400Mhz) processor. The rest of your hardware requirements are fairly irrelevant, since the WHS machine is […]
Read moreJenny sends in word that EH has an article up taking a look at the MX-810 from Universal Remote. Electronic House It's also as easy to program as it is to use. Using the mighty power of any PC and an onscreen programming wizard, your installer can add funky graphics and functions in a matter of minutes. You can even […]
Read moreMichael M. writes in to let us know that Sideshow devices may finally hit the market and won't be outrageously expensive. Texty Prices for PDA-style Windows SideShow devices will start from about $80, according to a developer that demonstrated prototypes to Texyt.com today. The touchscreen handheld gadgets share many of the features of PDAs, smartphones, and media players like Apple's […]
Read moreSkirge writes… Ã la carte seems to be getting closer, according to an Ars Technica article. Get ready for a major battle from the cable companies and satellite providers in the coming weeks. While I do like the concept of this, if it doesn't translate into me saving money, I have no need for it. ARS Those who are a […]
Read moreLothar submitted a few stories for you guys to read. OrB Audio Mod2 Home theater System Techgage Like the other direct-sales marques I listed above, ORB Audio stands outside the main cluster of audio manufacturers, throwing rocks at the windows of the rest of the industry with their direct-sales business model that allows them to avoid many of the expenses […]
Read moreI have always envisioned MissingRemote.com has a news source for everything related to Media Center. This, of course, includes news about Media Center type stuff like DIY'er hardware reviews, 3rd party plugin announcements and other bits of news. However, the Media Center is only one portion of the entire entertainment experience. Everyone one of us with a HTPC hook it […]
Read moreVia the news email hotline, Madshrimps sent word they took a look at the Atec One P182 case. If you are looking for a great server case, this one should be on your shortlist. Madshrimps Antec set out to improve the Performance One P180 enclosure and they succeeded in their goal, the P182B is an improvement with better cable management […]
Read moreGeorge (Skirge) writes.. Raise your hand if your keyboard is pretty disgusting… I'm sure we've all heard about it and probably even thought about it. But, most of us were probably still too scared to try it. Truth be told, if you've got a plain keyboard, without any fancy volume controls or touchpad or–worse yet–a small LCD screen, you're probably […]
Read moreJenny sends in word about Blockbuster's latest addition to their online service. The privacy feature is key as you might not want to let the rest of the world know you rented Spice World. Ehomeupgrade Blockbuster is now Beta testing a new Flixster-style "Friends & Family" community feature that allows members to share movies in their queue (aka The Q), […]
Read moreGeorge writes…Â Well, that's what DirecTV and Echostar are claiming with their partnership with WiMax provider Clearwire. They're claiming 2-8Mbps, but we all know how promises like this usually play out. Plus, what are they intending to charge for this service and what kind of security will they have in place? ARS By expanding the reach of our services through […]
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