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TV Pack headaches reveal Microsoft's Media Center dilemma

TV Pack headaches reveal Microsoft's Media Center dilemmaRE: TV Pack headaches reveal Microsoft's Media Center dilemmaNice article.My only problem with this release is that first it correct some usability bugs that were not corrected in the Vista SP1 release (duplication of entry on the record planning, etc.) and it introduce...

Tags: Media Center PCs, DVD, Consumer electronics, Media Center PC, TV Pack headach, Microsoft Media Center dilemma, TV Pack, Microsoft Media Center, Microsoft Media, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista, TV

Discussion threads 2008-09-18

Inside the Windows Media Center TV Pack

Microsoft's decision to make the latest Media Center update a limited release has angered some Media Center enthusiasts. So what's the fuss about, and why should a true TV geek care about these esoteric changes. In this gallery, I provide the details to show you what's in the TV Pack....

Tags: Windows Media, Media Center PC, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Media Center, Media Center PCs, TVs, Tv & Home Theater, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment, Ed Bott, Media Center, TV Pack, Windows Vista

Image galleries 2008-09-18

Microsoft Fiji beta over; final 'TV Pack' due soon

Microsoft Fiji beta over; final 'TV Pack' due soonMedia Center may be best MS appMedia Center is by far the app I use most on my PC. When you're in MC, you don't even realize you're using a computer. Yes, there are some missing features, but it a joy to...

Tags: Media Center PCs, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), TVs, Digital media, TV Pack, Fiji, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., TV, Media Center PC, Microsoft Windows, Windows Media Center TV Pack

Discussion threads 2008-07-18

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Image Gallery: Zune HD AV dock and Premium Car Pack

While there isn't a huge accessory market like we see for the iPod yet, the Zune HD is a very compelling device and accessories are sure to follow. Microsoft did launch a couple last month and these two premier accessories let you connect to your HD TV and view high...

Tags: Car, Microsoft Zune, Accessory, product photos, zune, microsoft, mp3 player, media center, accessories, Matthew Miller

Image galleries 2009-10-13

TechCrunch throws down on cable boxes: Who can argue?

Cable cardsCable Labs = evil. Just let me buy the damn box from a company like ATI, rather than having to spend a crap load of money on a new computer that is certified by CableLabs and runs Vista, neither of which I need or want.Hulu or similar services...

Tags: Network technology, TechCrunch, cable box, cable

Discussion threads 2009-10-08

Consumers only want 3D HDTVs, Blu-ray players if they don't cost extra

Here's one point#1 Blu-ray is basically an evolutionary step up from DVD. DVD from VHS was a revolutionary jump in quality, sound, and durability. Blu-ray? Just more lines, maybe better sound. Nothing major there.#2 HDTV: Because of manufacturers screwing around, some shows/movies are 720, others are 1040. Also it...

Tags: TVs, TV & Home Theater, DVD, Consumer electronics, 3D

Discussion threads 2009-10-04

Hordes of owners complain of problems with HP Elite Pavilion PCs using Core i7

What this should teach you....is to look at the support forums before buying!RE: Hordes of owners complain of problems with HP Elite Pavilion PCs using Core i7Thank you for publishing this. I'm on this PC right now trying to decide whether I should get a replacement or return it...

Tags: Desktops, Mice, Hewlett-Packard Co., PC

Discussion threads 2009-09-27

Altec Lansing Mix iMT800

Back in the 1980s, when portable audio was synonymous with "cassette tapes," boom boxes were a mainstay of music culture. While luggable, battery-powered speaker systems still exist today, they tend to be somewhat dainty iPod speakers. Altec Lansing's $300 Mix iMT800, meanwhile, aims to mix and match the best of...

Tags: Engineering, Digital music, Digital media, Altec Lansing, battery, Apple iPod, Apple iPhone

Product reviews 2009-09-18

WTV H.264 to MPEG Converter 3.2 (Windows)

WTV H.264 to MPEG Converter is a easy-to-use video converter for converting WTV file with H.264 format to MPEG2 format, replay recorded TV show on other computer without windows 7 or Vista TV Pack, user can batch convert wtv files with on-click. It output high quality video and support 1080p/720p...

Tags: MPEG, Microsoft Windows, Video, Converter, DVRSoft, Digital Video, Corporate Communications, Digital Media, TVs, Tv & Home Theater, Personal Technology, Marketing, Consumer Electronics, Home Entertainment

Software downloads 2009-09-15

WTV to AVI Converter 3.8.9.163 (Windows)

WTV to AVI Converter is an easy-to-use video converter for converting WTV format to AVI / DivX format, play recorded TV show on other computer without Vista TV Pack. User can batch convert WTV files with on-click.

Tags: AVI, Microsoft Windows, DVRSoft, Corporate Communications, Marketing

Software downloads 2009-09-15

News to know: Windows 7; Verizon; RightNow; Salesforce; Palm; HP

Here are today’s notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily. For continuous updates see BNET’s around-the-Web tech coverage. Ryan Naraine: Windows 7, Vista exposed to 'teardrop attack' Microsoft patches gaping Windows worm holes Firefox to run...

Tags: Salesforce.com Inc., Larry Dignan, Patent, Hewlett-Packard Co., Palm Inc., Verizon Communications Inc., Microsoft Corp., RightNow Technologies, Sam Diaz, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Microsoft Windows 7, Cable, Operating Systems, Open Source, Software, Telecommunications, Personal Technology

Blog posts 2009-09-09

Six days in and first Snow Leopard update seeded to devs

LIAR!!!!Macs don't have issues/bugs/flaws/etc! This update is a performance/feature update! /sarcasmBad ApplesWith a limited number of hardware and software permutations, it is dissapointing how poorly Apples quality control performs. Did they just find out these bugs except for the Flash fiasco that is unlikely given that they already have fixes...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows 7, Kudo, Snow Leopard, Apple Inc., Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2009-09-04

Twelve South BookArc Desktop stand for MacBook

Apple has created a monster. No, we're not talking about growing iPhone sales or the success of its imposing chain of retail stores. We're talking about the almost oppressively beautiful design of the product packaging and marketing of Apple products. In addition to the acclaimed look of Apple products themselves,...

Tags: Notebooks, desktop, Apple MacBook, laptop computer, BookArc Desktop Stand, Apple Inc., MACBOOKS

Product reviews 2009-09-03

NFL forbids play-by-play tweets during games. Good luck with that

Define Media.What's to stop me from buying a ticket, sitting there with my iPhone and posting updates to my website, Facebook, or other site?If you doyou can bet that the NFL will never, and I mean NEVER, sign a TV deal with you or your employer.Of course that means something...

Tags: Games, NFL, game

Discussion threads 2009-09-02

Researchers crack WPA Wi-Fi encryption in 60 seconds

Thats why WPA2 is the only way to go..WPA is nice for backwards compatibility - esp those that cant talk WPA2 (AES-CCMP) but this is all the more reason to remove these devices. I personally use WPA2-ENT [yes at home] which I understand is not the norm :) but I...

Tags: Wi-Fi, Network security, Wireless and Mobility, WPA, WPA2, wireless, Microsoft Xbox, security

Discussion threads 2009-08-27

Is Apple worried by Windows 7?

I think Apple smells blood. Windows 7 is vulnerable.But, that said, the future is an OS that just gets out of your way and runs a browser.Apple should be worried, because.....once again Apple will be the big loser in this round. Why don't we wait until both OSes are out...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Web browsers, Operating systems, Snow Leopard, Apple Inc., Microsoft Windows 7, operating system, Microsoft Windows Vista, Web browser, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2009-08-25

Apple to ship Snow Leopard Aug. 28

Just orderedI just ordered mine.Family Pack Order CompletedWe have rescheduled our Mac UG meeting for Friday evening for the Snow Leopard release to show it. Should be fun for everyone.Correction:Online Apple Store states flat-out, that product "Delivers on August 28."RE: Apple to ship Snow Leopard Aug. 28This is a really...

Tags: Linux, Operating systems, GCD, Apple Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-08-24

News to know: Apple; Salesforce.com; CRM; Microsoft; PayPal

Here are today’s notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily. For continuous updates see BNET’s around-the-Web tech coverage. Sam Diaz: Apple's future TV: Can Web-based apps replace "channels," kill cable? DOJ gives blessing to Oracle-Sun, awaiting EC...

Tags: Salesforce.com Inc., Google Inc., Larry Dignan, Palm Inc., Apple Inc., Microsoft Corp., PayPal, CRM, Sales Force Management, Sales

Blog posts 2009-08-21

Gadget Gal's daily deals: Zune MP3 player with car pack, Sony Blu-ray home entertainment system, Toshiba TV/DVD player combo

A Toshiba LCD TV with built-in DVD player, a Microsoft Zune 4GB MP3 player with car pack and headphones, and a Sony Blu-ray home entertainment system. Here are your daily deals for Thursday, August 20, straight from the Gadget Gal: 1. Perfect for that packed dorm, the...

Tags: Sony Corp., Car, DVD Player, MP3 Player, Microsoft Zune, Blu-ray, Toshiba Corp., Entertainment, Woot, Media Players, Home Entertainment, TVs, Tv & Home Theater, Digital Music, DVD, Consumer Electronics, Digital Media, Personal Technology, Jennifer Bergen

Blog posts 2009-08-20

The Letters Game 1.0 (Windows)

This program was designed to be used in a classroom via a projector and hence works well in full screen mode but can be resized (Suitable for resolutions of 800x600 upwards). The game emulates the UK Chanel 4 Countdown TV show letters game whereby you can choose 9 letters (vowels/consonants)...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Letter, CSFsoftware, Games, Projectors, Personal Technology, Hardware, Components

Software downloads 2009-08-01