Details on laucnh date and pricing are a little slim, however, EngadgetHD have a bit more information regarding the technical abilities of the Xbox 360 HD DVD player. The good news is that it will support 1080P HD DVD and convert all other formats to 1080p. To get that 1080p output, you will require VGA hookup, if not you are […]
Read moreIf there is one thing I have learned over the years, never mess with quality of a Home Theater enthusiast's picture quality. As it turns out, I don't work for DirectTV nor did they consult me. As a result of not consulting with me, they are going to have to learn this lesson the hard way… in court. Peter Cohen, […]
Read moreAll that hard work using a manual dimmer switch can be demanding. For those of you interested in a more laid back, easy lifetsyle the Touchless Dimmer is for you! A simple wave of the hand, ala Copperfield, and you can turn the light on and off. Dimming the light requires a bit more work, you will have to old […]
Read moreWhilst browsing over at Automated Home, I noticed a press release about a new product from Niles Audio. They announced a new range of Audio and Video baluns. They pretty have ever audio video standard covered including digital audio, component HD, and VGA. Lacking from the product line is HDMI, but I imagine there is bandwidth constraints for 1080p video. […]
Read moreHave a tub of popcorn and a barrel of soda for me when you go to these upcoming flicks in the theater. September 26th, 2006 Release Date Colin Fitz Lives! – Two security guards, Paul and Grady, are hired to guard the grave of dead rock legend, Colin Fitz. Through the course of one bizarre night, these two opposites learn […]
Read moreAs the number of the Harmony's next remote indicates, the 1000 is an evolution of the Harmony 880 and 890 remotes. Perhaps revolution is a bit more descriptive in this case, it leaves the hand held remotes in the dust when it comes to features and pricing. The 1000 sports a 3.5" touchscreen, which displays the same kind of buttons […]
Read moreBoy oh boy, I am not sure if 3D HDTV is a blessing or hindrance to the Adult Entertainment Industry. No matter how you slice it, every reporter with a sense of humours is going to mention something about 3D and body parts. Getting to the technology of the matter, Phillips has found a way to get rid of those […]
Read moreWalking across the house to turn on some tunes can be a drag. HAI may have the cure for what ails your weary self. Hot off the CEDIA press, HAI has announced Hi-Fi Whole Home Audio. The base package will get you started with4 sources and 4 zones. When the mother-in-law comes to live with you, you can always upgrade […]
Read moreGetting started out in the Home Theater addiction hobby can be quite daunting. Sometimes we all need a bit of the Sesame Street approach to get started. This week, the HT section of about.com, is brought to you by the surround sound format Dolby Pro-Logic II. Similar to other Dolby formats, it is 5 speaker + 1 subwoofer format. However, […]
Read moreAs the HA industry gains more traction, we will no doubt see more announcements like this. Jasco will be releasing an affordable line of Z-Wave products that will allow you to control your lights or small appliances. Electronic House All GE SmartHome Z-Wave Home Automation Products can be controlled remotely or manually at the device, act as signal repeaters to […]
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