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PC World
February 2005 |
TV Tuners: Kick Back and Watch PC You don't need a media center PC to watch TV at your computer. We tested five low-cost options.   |
Macworld
March 2, 2005
Anton Linecker |
Plextor ConvertX PVR Plextor's ConvertX PVR for the Mac is a great way to watch and make high-quality video recordings of TV programs, especially if your Mac has a USB 2.0 port. |
Home Toys
June 2006 |
PC Add-In Cards Break the Cost Barrier For HDTV Enjoyment In no time at all, you can add HDTV capabilities to any computer and begin enjoying high definition shows -- in your family room, den, bedroom, dorm room -- or anyplace you have a PC installed. |
PC World
August 2005
Lincoln Spector |
TV Time Shifters Digital video recorders gained fame with TiVo. New competitors range from rented boxes to Media Center PCs--and our TV addict describes them all. |
PC Magazine
March 16, 2005 |
Upgrade: 35 Ways to Create Your Own Multimedia Desktop Helpful tips for improving desktop performance or purchasing a new one. |
Home Theater
April 2005
Adrienne Maxwell |
Humax DRT800 TiVo DVR/DVD Recorder People already love DVD and TiVo; rather than buy two separate boxes, why not just buy this unit and get DVD recording and a media server in the deal? |
IEEE Spectrum
July 2006
Stephen Cass |
Tech TV The line between computers and TVs has become blurred. Plextor's ConvertX PX-TV402U PVR (personal video recorder) is easy to install, works as advertised, and gives viewers freedom in how they want to watch and record television. |
Home Theater
December 2007
David Vaughn |
TiVo Series3 HD DVR The author loves this DVR and has nothing negative to say about its software, its performance or its looks. He's just not sure if the value proposition that the Series3 offers is enough. |
Popular Mechanics
February 2006
Anthony Verducci |
Watch HDTV On Your PC If you bought a PC with a flat screen in the past few years, chances are you have HDTV-quality resolution. So why why not watch hi-def TV on your computer? Here's how. |
Entrepreneur
April 2007
Mike Hogan |
Test Tubes Wanna see what TV on your PC looks like? Now you can -- by plugging one of the new USB stick receivers into your PC. |
Macworld
November 15, 2006
Anton Linecker |
EyeTV Hybrid television tuner Two-in-one tuner brings digital HD and analog TV to your Mac. |
Home Theater
November 2006
Chris Chiarella |
Here, There, and Everywhere New streaming and networking options for the home and beyond. |
Home Theater
August 27, 2005
Chris Chiarella |
Best Damned PC TV Tuner Ever? The latest dedicated TV tuner card from ATI raises the bar to true videophile levels, while their new multimedia card is a video/gaming powerhouse. |
Home Toys
February 2006
Bob Hetherington |
CannonPC LX Series Media Center PC There are connections for almost everything you can dream up on this unit and you need to have some knowledge of PC's to get the most out of this equipment. Be prepared for some setup challenges. |
Linux Journal
September 1, 2007
Nicholas Petreley |
/var/opinion - The Ultimate Linux PVR The bottom line is if you want a real Personal Video Recorder, get TiVo. It will be a sad day if GPLv3 forces TiVo to fork Linux in order to continue using it. TiVo has done a remarkable job with Linux and its hardware, and it should be rewarded, not punished. |
Home Theater
March 2006
Adrienne Maxwell |
Toshiba 32HLX95 LCD HDTV In all, the 32HLX95 is a versatile LCD that can accommodate a variety of audio/video systems, lighting conditions, and spatial needs, although it's best suited for someone looking for an all-in-one solution. |
PC World
December 13, 2006
Melissa J. Perenson |
ReplayTV PC Edition Software DVR offers streamlined, highly customizable interface. |
PC Magazine
July 24, 2007
Joel Santo Domingo |
TiVo HD Combining the best of the legendary simple-to-use TiVo interface with dual CableCARD readers and an affordable price, the new TiVo HD delivers the promise that the TiVo Series 3 HD made... Slingbox Pro... Archos 605 WiFi... Sprint TV... etc. |
PC World
August 2006
Yardena Arar |
HDTV: Is Now the Best Time to Buy? Deciding when to move to high-definition TV involves more than just the set. |
PC Magazine
February 15, 2006
Loyd Case |
Build It: A Homemade Media Center PC Build an MCE PC of your own and learn how to choose the parts for a custom project that's uniquely yours. |
PC Magazine
January 1, 2008
Loyd Case |
Multitasking Monitor Turn two monitors into one by combining your PC screen and TV into one. |
PC Magazine
December 17, 2008
John R. Delaney |
ViewSonic N2201w The ViewSonic N2201w is a versatile hybrid HDTV/Monitor featuring a built-in DVD player and an assortment of multimedia connections. |
Home Theater
May 2005
Robert Scott |
Panasonic DMR-E75V DVD/VHS Player This combo unit lets you copy VHS tapes to DVD, and vice versa, and watch either format from a single device. |
PC Magazine
January 1, 2008
Loyd Case |
PC to HDTV the Right Way The typical home PC is no longer just for homework and accounting. It's now the entertainment hub of the household. |
PC Magazine
January 12, 2007
Robert Heron |
Samsung LN-S4696D This HDTV is a capable LCD that offers many compelling features, but image-quality concerns degrade its appeal in the face of strong competition... Sony KDL-40XBR2... Westinghouse LTV-32w3 HD... Sharp LC-32D40U Aquos... etc. |
Home Theater
October 2006
Chris Chiarella |
LiteOn HD-A740GX HDD/DVD Recorder A set-top convergence device for the common man. |
PC Magazine
March 10, 2007
Joel Santo Domingo |
Dell XPS 410 with ATI TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuner The Dell XPS 410 with ATI TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuner promises to truly integrate the desktop into the living room. |
Home Toys
February 2006
Gregg Cannon |
Can Media Centers do HDTV? One of the most common questions we receive and one of the most confusing one to explain is whether or not Media Centers can "do" HDTV. The answer is yes and no. Let's take a closer look. |
PC Magazine
November 15, 2006
Zatz & Tofel |
HD on a PC Experiencing high-definition television programming on your computer isn't as expensive or difficult as you might think. Learn how we turned a PC into an HDTV in under an hour. |
PC World
March 2006
Richard Baguley |
Get More Out of Your PC With these tips and techniques, you can teach any machine new tricks, from recording radio to saving you money on phone bills. |
PC Magazine
November 29, 2006
Robert Heron |
LG 42LB1DRA The LG 42LB1DRA is an attractively styled 42-inch LCD HDTV that incorporates a high-def DVR, but its disappointing contrast ratio and other image-quality concerns detract from an otherwise appealing design. |
PC Magazine
November 30, 2005
Robert Heron |
HDTVs Score Big Brillian 6501mPB... Sharp Aquos LC-45Gx6U... Epson Livingstation LS57P2... Maxent MX-42XM11... Optoma RD50A... Pioneer PDP-5050HD... |
PC Magazine
March 4, 2008
Joel Santo Domingo |
Eurocom LV220C ViiVA The Eurocom LV220C ViiVA can't keep pace with the space-defining HDTV/PC models from Sony. |
PC Magazine
January 11, 2011
Delaney & Gideon |
Bose VideoWave Entertainment System The Bose VideoWave delivers the best sound and picture combination that money can buy. |
Home Theater
April 2005
Mark Fleischmann |
Hitachi 32HDL51 LCD HDTV This 32-incher converts all incoming signals to its native resolution, 1366 by 768, but processes video in the ultra-high-res 1080p format. |
PC Magazine
February 2, 2006
Joel Santo Domingo |
Dell Dimension E310 Short of an elephant stomping on the computer, the Dell Dimension E310 with DataSafe should keep your digital memories safe from malware, hard drive failure, or a clumsy mouse hand... HP z555 Digital Entertainment Center... |
Home Toys
October 2005
Grant Woods |
PC Home Entertainment Convergence Technology Isn't Just For the Technically Gifted Anymore The notion of a fully integrated PC home entertainment system is no longer an off-the-wall tech geek fantasy. It is here now, affordable, and accessible to anyone who knows the basic functions of a modern computer via the AVerTVTM Cardbus PCMCIA TV tuner. |
Entrepreneur
November 2007
Amanda C. Kooser |
Not Enough USB Ports? Take a look at some of the hottest USB peripherals you may be missing. |
Popular Mechanics
October 2008
Rob Sabin |
Everything You Need to Know About the Digital TV Transition In reality, the digital TV transition isn't all that complicated. For most people, it is a nonissue, and for everyone else, adjusting to the switch will require minimal effort and expense. |
PC World
August 2005
Jim Aspinwall |
Reinvent Your PC Ever feel like your system's being left behind by today's technology? Here's how to make any machine run faster, store a lot more data, and serve as your entertainment hub. |
PC Magazine
November 28, 2007
Griffith & Kaplan |
The Ultimate Unusual Upgrades Offbeat PC additions to supercharge your system. |
Home Theater
March 26, 2005
Darryl Wilkinson |
HDTV Tuning for the Masses Can two hundred bucks really buy you high-definition happiness? |
IEEE Spectrum
November 2008
Tekla S. Perry |
Unconverted Masses The switch to digital television is supposed to be simple. It's not |
Macworld
November 17, 2006
Anton Linecker |
TVMicro If you want something to let you watch TV on your Mac, you won't go wrong with Miglia's TVMicro. |
PC Magazine
June 12, 2009
Bill Dyszel |
How to Preserve Your 15 Minutes of Fame with Windows Vista Media Center With a TV tuner and a Vista PC, you can capture a clip and show off your big moment. |
PC Magazine
March 24, 2010
Joel Santo Domingo |
TiVo Premiere With revamped hardware, a big hard drive, and a snazzy new interface with advanced search capabilities, TiVo Premiere is a worthy upgrade if you're a TiVo user. |
PC World
June 2005
Laurianne McLaughlin |
TV Limits Copies The FCC's new broadcast flag will restrict your ability to copy and share your favorite digital television shows and movies. |
PC Magazine
October 11, 2005
Michael Kobrin |
Archos Gmini 402 Archos has upgraded its pocket-size portable media player to include a few of the latest technologies... Cowon iAudio X5... Creative Zen Micro... iriver H10... Rio Carbon Pearl... |
BusinessWeek
June 18, 2007
Stephen H. Wildstrom |
Unchained From The Cable Box The FCC is breaking the cable hold on set-top boxes and letting rivals step in. |
Home Toys
October 2005 |
Harmony 688 Advanced Universal Remote All in all, this is a fantastic remote. It's simple enough for family use, yet powerful enough for professionals. |
