Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[T-Mobile pushing CLIQ firmware update today? (update: yes!)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/01/t-mobile-pushing-cliq-firmware-update-today/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/01/t-mobile-pushing-cliq-firmware-update-today/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/01/t-mobile-pushing-cliq-firmware-update-today/#commentsTmoNews seems to have it on good authority that T-Mobile will be rolling out a firmware update over the air to the Motorola CLIQ today -- the device's first since launch -- and we've got good news and bad news. First, the bad: by all accounts, it appears that this'll still be an Android 1.5-based firmware, adding fuel to the fire suggesting that UI skins like BLUR are a huge barrier to keeping devices up to speed with Google's breakneck release pace. The good news, though, is that the update seems to be lined up to fix a plethora of issues involving Bluetooth, touchscreen accuracy (we can attest to this one), connectivity, accelerometer functionality, and -- wait for it -- battery life! Looks like the build number is 1.1.31, so let us know if and when you get hooked up, owners.

Update: We've gotten tips from several users now that they've already been able to nab the update, so it looks like the CLIQ is definitely getting a little better today. Well, hopefully, anyhow.

T-Mobile pushing CLIQ firmware update today? (update: yes!) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidcliqfirmwarefotamotomotorolaotat-mobileupdateupgradeTue, 01 Dec 2009 12:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Kindle 2.3 software update available, generation 1 owners need not apply]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/25/kindle-2-3-software-update-available-generation-1-owners-need-n/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/25/kindle-2-3-software-update-available-generation-1-owners-need-n/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/25/kindle-2-3-software-update-available-generation-1-owners-need-n/#commentsWe gadget nerds have to endure unspeakable atrocities in order to slake that early adoption jones: first-run gear shipped DOA, buggy pre-release software, and months of waiting after a product leaks only to be greeted by a jacked-up price premium at launch. So we feel your pain, original Kindle owners, after Amazon announced a major firmware update that brings native PDF support to the 6-inch Kindle 2 and DX readers with the promise of a staggering 85% increase in battery life to all Kindle 2 devices -- if you haven't already received it OTA, the 2.3 software update is now available for download and installation via USB tethering. At least owners of "some earlier versions of Kindle" (quote from the press release) will receive native PDF support whenever the 1st generation firmware update (currently at version 1.2) is released. It's worth noting that Amazon's PDF reader lacks a zoom function which makes many PDFs entirely unreadable on the device. Good thing Amazon's store is chock full of easily zoomable books in a proprietary format then, huh?

Kindle 2.3 software update available, generation 1 owners need not apply originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2.36-inchamazonbatterydxfirmwarefirmware updateFirmwareUpdatekindlekindle 2kindle dxKindle2KindleDxotaover the airOverTheAirpdfsoftwaresoftware updateSoftwareUpdatezoomWed, 25 Nov 2009 06:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Sprint pulls piping hot Hero update out of the oven]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/18/sprint-pulls-piping-hot-hero-update-out-of-the-oven/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/18/sprint-pulls-piping-hot-hero-update-out-of-the-oven/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/18/sprint-pulls-piping-hot-hero-update-out-of-the-oven/#commentsWe don't have details on exactly what has changed yet, but that minor Android 1.5-based update Sprint had announced it'd be pushing out to the Hero has now launched. The best-case scenario would have the SMS issue -- which causes the phone to stay awake when it shouldn't -- get resolved, but until Sprint hands out a proper changelog, it'll be a matter of testing and guessing. Just a thought: if they've managed to squeeze a proximity sensor into the update, that brings 'em up to the speed with the Droid Eris. Hey, it could happen.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Sprint pulls piping hot Hero update out of the oven originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidfirmwarefotaherohtcotasprintupdateWed, 18 Nov 2009 17:32:00 EST<![CDATA[Sezmi's low cost cable / satellite premium TV alternative launches in L.A.]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/16/sezmis-low-cost-cable-satellite-premium-tv-alternative-launch/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/16/sezmis-low-cost-cable-satellite-premium-tv-alternative-launch/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/16/sezmis-low-cost-cable-satellite-premium-tv-alternative-launch/#comments Ready for yet another way to watch TV? Sezmi has just gone on the air in Los Angeles, offering its unique blend of premium OTA and internet delivered video to a few limited trial users. $5 a month brings whatever local networks you can pull in, basic IPTV (YouTube, OnNetworks, podcasts) and internet VOD (CinemaNow) access, while throwing an Andrew Jackson on top of that adds "more than 100 cable TV networks," delivered via antenna. According to the L.A. Times that doesn't include any channels from the Disney or Fox family like ESPN, regional sports networks or premium movie channels, but if those are already stations you're avoiding, it's a cheaper option than most cable TV plans. Other than the allure of sticking it to the current distribution model, the 1TB DVR package includes a rather unique UI to aggregate and even seek out new shows for you from those varied sources, while maintaining individual profiles for different users. The three month trial has just the right price -- free -- so even with little info on how much high definition Sezmi's network can handle or what areas or channels will be added next, it's at least worth a look.

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Sezmi's low cost cable / satellite premium TV alternative launches in L.A. originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Android 1.5 update for T-Mobile G1 now rolling out, for real this time originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 May 2009 18:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For years now, those in power at the top of the CableCARD chain have told you that installing your own CableCARD within your own HTPC was simply impossible. "OEM or bust," they said. It's a good thing they're wrong, isn't it? Over at Engadget HD, we've assembled a guide that explains how to get your existing media center PC to play nice with a dedicated internal CableCARD tuner, and the whole process just might be easier than you've ever imagined. Give it a look right here.

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Get a CableCARD into your DIY HTPC originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 May 2009 13:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via GearDiary]

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Amazon to charge per megabyte to send personal documents OTA to your Kindle originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Apr 2009 03:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonamazon kindleamazon kindle 2AmazonKindleAmazonKindle2doce booke book readere inke readere-booke-book readerE-bookReadere-inke-readerEBookEBookReaderEInkEReaderkindlekindle 2Kindle2otaover the airOverTheAirpdfpersonal documentpersonal document servicePersonalDocumentPersonalDocumentServicertfwhispernetThu, 30 Apr 2009 03:52:00 EST<![CDATA[Is your DISH Network DTVPal DVR having issues?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/02/26/is-your-dish-network-dtvpal-dvr-having-issues/http://www.engadget.com/2009/02/26/is-your-dish-network-dtvpal-dvr-having-issues/http://www.engadget.com/2009/02/26/is-your-dish-network-dtvpal-dvr-having-issues/#comments
Crickey! DISH Network's hotly anticipated DTVPal DVR -- which, by the way, is the first standalone OTA HD DVR to come out in years -- seems to be causing all sorts of frustration amongst owners. So much, in fact, that DISH now has engineers trying to replicate problems and issue firmware updates; in the meanwhile, the box has suddenly "sold out" from the DTVPal website. A whole swath of users over at AVSForum have reported erratic freezing, reboots and scheduling gaffs, and DISH is candidly admitting that replacement units are apt to have the same issues. In other words, those experiencing quirks have little choice but to wait things out until a solution is found and an update is distributed. Have you run into any issues with your box? Everything humming along smoothly? Tell us, dear readers.

[Thanks, Joshua]

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Is your DISH Network DTVPal DVR having issues? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's been almost a year since Elgato refreshed its EyeTV Hybrid tuner, and while the addition of better reception and a FM radio tuner aren't earth-shattering, it's awfully hard to complain about how much the company has crammed into the Cear-QAM 1080i-tuning USB stick aimed at Mac users. The $150 dongle includes a year-long subscription to TV Guide for your scheduling convenience, but you'll have to fork over $20 per year for the service after that. There will be a new 3.1 version of EyeTV available later this month, but you can pick up the fresh hardware right now.

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Elgato refreshes its EyeTV Hybrid tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We're certain it has been a painstaking weekend for you Storm-owning Mac users, but the long-awaited OTA download for the first firmware update is finally available. For those somewhat confused, the update we covered on Friday was exclusively available via the Windows-only RIM Desktop Manager application; now, Storm owners can suck down v4.7.0.75 without a liaison. Early reports are pretty positive, with jkOnTheRun noting that the troublesome lag that came bundled with the handset was now all but history. The 14MB download (plus installation) is said to take around 20 to 30 minutes, so fire yours up and let us know how things turn out.

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BlackBerry Storm OTA update now available on Verizon originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Dec 2008 17:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oh Apple. Is it that you can't see the things you're doing, or that you simply don't care how they look? If you'll recall, few months ago Jobs and co. kicked up quite a dust storm over a seemingly innocuous application called Podcaster, which allowed you to receive over-the-air updates of new podcasts when they were released. The company rejected the app based on the grounds that it "duplicates the functionality of the Podcast section of iTunes," a claim that seemed unreasonable at the time, and should now feel downright criminal. According to a German blog which has posted pictures of the latest beta build of firmware 2.2, Apple has included functionality which allows you to download podcasts over-the-air. The new addition works with both video and audio, and over 3G / EDGE and WiFi, though the size of podcasts is limited to 10MB when using the cell network. Now we don't pretend to assume that Apple just got this idea after seeing Podcaster in action -- and it's clear that Apple is killing projects which are similar to its own -- but it's still hard to stomach the concept of the company outright refusing an application with nearly the exact same functionality, only to turn around and add it to their installed software. This kind of veiled violence against developers only serves to chip away at the support Apple has engendered in its community, and drive those hands and eyes to other platforms. C'mon Steve -- we know you can do better than this.

[Via Mac Rumors]

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Apple adds OTA podcast downloads to iPhone firmware 2.2, continues to burn developers originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While many of you are still waiting for T-Mobile's RC28 update to hit your G1, at least one reader has trumped us all. KoSoVaR is sitting on fresh, over-the-air software after receiving an update notice a few minutes ago. The process rebooted his G1 "a few times" only to stabilize at RC29. Hard to say what's new at this point but we'll get back to you if we hear about anything more than bug fixes.

P.S. For what it's worth, we're still kicking it old skool back at RC19 -- waiting... and waiting... for the automagic to begin.

Update: Another reader is up on RC29 now as well. Took 5 minutes start to finish and required a single reboot. Snap of the update screens after the break.

[Thanks, KoSoVaR and David]

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Mystery RC29 update hits T-Mobile's G1 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Oct 2008 02:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>androidg1otarc29software updateSoftwareUpdatet-mobileTue, 28 Oct 2008 02:55:00 EST<![CDATA[T-Mobile G1 software update to be pushed out tomorrow]]>http://www.engadget.com/2008/10/22/t-mobile-g1-software-update-to-be-pushed-out-tomorrow/http://www.engadget.com/2008/10/22/t-mobile-g1-software-update-to-be-pushed-out-tomorrow/http://www.engadget.com/2008/10/22/t-mobile-g1-software-update-to-be-pushed-out-tomorrow/#commentsWell, it looks like G1 owners (or some, at least) will be getting a bit of an unexpected surprise when they turn on their brand new device tomorrow, as T-Mobile is apparently already set to start pushing out the very first OTA software update for the phone. Nothing too major, it seems, but the update will include a fix for a bug that has prevented folks from listening to songs on Amazon, as well as a number of other unspecified "enhancements." As with all OTA updates, however, it's likely everyone won't get their fix at once, and T-Mobile helpfully recommends that you simply just "wait," or "wait a little longer" to make sure you get yours, or check your software version to see if you may have gotten the update without noticing (the new release is version RC28).

[Via TmoNews]

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T-Mobile G1 software update to be pushed out tomorrow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Time flies when you're having fun, but not when you're waiting anxiously for a new piece of kit -- particularly one that has been delayed numerous times. For Europeans waiting on pins and needles for the release of the PlayTV DVR for PlayStation 3, your time has arrived. Before rushing out to get one, however, might we interest you a short unboxing and a brief overview? No pressure whatsoever, though.

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Sony's PlayTV DVR for PlayStation 3 gets unboxed originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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And you thought Microsoft bringing back the SideWinder was gnarly. Announced today, AMD is resurrecting the long-standing AIW line with its first-ever high-definition variant: the $199 ATI All-in-Wonder HD. The PCI Express 2.0 card attempts to handle both PC gaming and HDTV duties by boasting specs like DirectX 10.1 support, a 725MHz engine clock, 600MHz memory clock and MPEG2 / VC-1 / H.264 video decoder acceleration. You'll also find Vista and AMD LIVE! certification badges to go along with the dual-link DVI port, HDMI jack (which supports 5.1 Dolby Digital transmission) and optional component video connectivity. As expected, users can capture live programs (as well as pause / rewind) in SD or HD over-the-air, and there's even support for ClearQAM. For those looking to take their clips elsewhere, the bundled Avivo software converts it for viewing on some of today's most popular handhelds (yes, including the iPod). Look for models from Diamond Multimedia and VisionTek to hit retailers in North America late next month. Full release after the jump.

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AMD smells a comeback with ATI All-in-Wonder HD originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As the dust settles on the iPhone 3G / WWDC blowout, we've sifted through the debris and discovered a few eyebrow-raising tidbits you might be interested to know. The first of which is news that the next firmware update (2.0) could be headed to devices as early as June 27th, at least according to Apple's Australian iPod touch features page, which touts the arrival of the app store later this month. Meanwhile, Apple's cash cow won't get those OTA iTunes music downloads that were being heavily speculated on in May. Word on the street is that record labels are -- wait for it -- still holding out for those upped premiums, or that AT&T wants a cut of the action, which Apple is reluctant to hand over. Of course, AT&T wanting their share of that revenue makes good sense when you realize that the telco is taking a major hit on the sale of these devices -- a hit which will stall profits until 2010. Perhaps that explains the new rules about activation; according to a report from Reuters, the company will penalize customers who buy a phone but don't activate within 30 days, which falls in line with their aggressive new push to lock users into a contract... which looks exactly like the old cellphone business model. On a lighter note, iLounge has some real-world spy shots of the device's shell, which they claim smudges like it's going out of style, though it may be joined by a Product (RED) variation later this year. Enjoy!

Update: Apparently Apple reps have confirmed that there won't be any early firmware updates for the masses, and that they're still on schedule for July 11th. The Australian site has since updated its info -- so put the champagne back on ice.

[Thanks, Dan and Danny]

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iPhone 3G details: firmware 2.0 on June 27th, no OTA music downloads, AT&T to fine non-activators, new spy-shots originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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According to a churning rumor-mill, Apple desperately wants to make over-the-air downloads of iTunes content a reality on the 3G iPhone. Apparently, a record label executive "familiar with the discussions" states that the Cupertino gang is hoping for a "big launch in June" which includes OTA music downloads, ringtone sales, and ringback tones (the substitute music you hear instead of a ring when calling someone). There's only one problem: the labels want a higher premium for those services than a typical MP3 download. Of course, Apple's iTunes pricing has been a point of contention for some time, though its recent rule-bending for HBO could lead to upped charges for the new services. Something tells us Apple has the tenacity and bullheadedness to make this work -- let's just hope they can temper the labels' greed with the end user's economic realities.

[Via AppleInsider]

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Apple looks to OTA downloads for 3G iPhone, record labels look for cash originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 May 2008 13:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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FreeSat TV service goes live across the UK originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 May 2008 10:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If neither of Elgato's latest from Macworld tickled your fancy, there's a decent shot you may like what equinux has going on instead. The TubeStick hybrid is the firm's newly announced USB TV tuner, which is housed in a diminutive chassis that won't block nearby ports and offers up OTA reception of NTSC, ATSC and digital (QAM) signals. Furthermore, the unit comes wearing the whitest of white outfits and also touts an external antenna and a one-month trial of the TubeToGo software. Yes, this critter will play nice with Windows machines as well, but we hear it tries to avoid such predicaments whenever possible. Ready to snag your own? Catch one next month for $129.

[Via The Mac Observer]

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equinux offers up TubeStick hybrid USB TV tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Jan 2008 08:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It seems that Elgato was most proud of its totally revamped EyeTV 3 software, but we couldn't help but notice two rather substantial hardware updates that it also chose to announce (albeit quietly) at Macworld 2008. Starting today, the firm's EyeTV Hybrid USB tuner and its EyeTV 250 Plus TV receiver / video converter (shown after the break) are both available with built-in support for unencrypted digital cable (Clear-QAM) channels. 'Course, they'll both still pull in NTSC / ATSC signals, but the addition of Clear-QAM support is a real boon for OTA addicts. Pricing for the extra versatile devices remains unchanged at $149.95 and $199.95, respectively, but unfortunately, existing owners will not be able to receive the newfound functionally with a simple firmware update.

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Elgato updates EyeTV Hybrid / 250 Plus TV tuners: Clear-QAM now welcome originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 03:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Those looking for a fresh way to capture OTA signals on their computer need to look AMD's way, as the firm is kicking out three new ATI TV Wonder devices today. Up first is the TV Wonder 650 Combo USB, which includes two TV tuners to pick up OTA HDTV signals / ClearQAM programming, analog TV and FM broadcasts. For those with desktops, the TV Wonder 600 PCI or TV Wonder 600 PCI Express should fit the bill quite nicely, as they offer up the same features as their USB sibling in less portable forms. Notably, all three units come bundled with Catalyst Media Center software, which enables the devices to quickly convert (read: "with two mouse clicks") recorded programming to formats suitable for use on the iPod, Zune, PSP, iPhone, Palm Treo, etc. Price wise, the 650 Combo USB will demand $149, while the other two (pictured after the jump) will run you just $99 apiece.

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AMD unveils trio of new ATI TV Wonders originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 15 Oct 2007 08:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LG touts first converter box approved for 2008 digital changeover originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Oct 2007 19:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Without getting overly dramatic, word on the street is that Building B, a new-fangled startup based in Belmont, California, has developed an internet video "God box" which will allow OTA streams of traditional cable, internet video, and on-demand content without the need for a PC (i.e., directly to your 70-inch plasma television). Obviously, as the wave of internet TV steadily increases, dozens of companies are scrambling to unify the set-top, and streamline the end-user's ability to get all their content in one place -- not to mention suck up some totally righteous dough. Although Building B claims their technology will bring a heretofore unseen convergence to people's living rooms, the boys in charge have been rather tight-lipped in regards to the "forthcoming" magic unit, or services and fees that would be associated with said device. Hopefully we'll soon know what the "God box" can or can't do with your television, what kind of "plague" capabilities it will include, and if it will be compatible with Atheism.

Has Building B created an internet video "God box"? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Pinnacle PCTV USB Stick that you may have grown quite fond of over the past year has finally decided to get with the times, as the newest iteration throws HD capability into the minuscule tuner while still ringing up a penny under a Benjamin. The Pinnacle PCTV HD Stick steps it down a notch from its Professional sibling, but still allows users to "view live television on their PC with pause, rewind, and fast-forward timeshifting functionality." Pinnacle's latest USB 2.0 tuner is "about the size of a key," gets all the necessary juice right from the USB port, supports NTSC and ATSC broadcasts, and comes bundled with the firm's TVCenter Pro software. Best of all, this no frills portable TV tuner can get live programming on your laptop or desktop right now for a mere $99.99.

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Pinnacle kicks out $100 PCTV HD Stick USB tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 02:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It wasn't too long ago that the Aussies got special treatment with the Australia-centric Beyonwiz DP-S1, and now the Brits in attendance can stop pouting and perk up a bit thanks to the sleek TVonics DVR-250. The UK-friendly digital video recorder sports a stylish black enclosure, a 250GB hard drive, built-in Freeview tuner, one-touch recording, an additional tuner for watching one program whilst recording another, eight-day EPG, and a universal remote to control your AV setup from the comforts of your sofa. Additionally, this device boasts "reduced power consumption" in comparison to its competitors, and claims to be "environmentally friendly" due to the carefully selected components used in construction. Nevertheless, the DVR-250 can be snapped up now for £189.99 ($376) by those looking for OTA recording abilities across the pond.

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TVonics environmentally friendly DVR-250 offers up Freeview tuning originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Jun 2007 11:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung (among others) has certainly been on a contrasty trip of late, as just a month or so after hitting us up with a trio of Bordeaux LCDs that each sport a 15,000:1 contrast ratio, the firm's latest 32-incher musters a not-too-shabby 8,000:1 itself. The LN-T325H LCD HDTV offers up the token black bezel and rounded stand that we've come to expect from Sammy, and just in case that glossy finish isn't enough to lure you in, the set features a built-in ATSC TV tuner, 1,366 x 768 resolution, three HDMI ports, 500 nits brightness, dual component inputs, a PC input and headphone jack, eight-millisecond response time, and twin ten-watt speakers to cap things off. Unfortunately, there's no mention of price nor future availability, but we don't guess it'll be too long now before this sucka starts showing up on store shelves everywhere.

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Samsung's 32-inch LN-T325H boasts ATSC tuner, 8000:1 contrast ratio originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 May 2007 23:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sharp's HD DVR lineup has been steadily (albeit quietly) growing for a few years now, and while the company did loose five new offerings in the AQUOS DVR arena earlier this year, the multi-faceted DV-ACV52 has the stage all to itself now. Besides packing a built-in digital TV tuner, 250GB hard drive, and HDMI outputs, this convergence device allows playback and dubbing on a variety of formats including VHS, DVD, or DV / HDV via the i.Link FireWire connector. Other niceties include composite / S-Video outs, optical audio output, and the ability to record one OTA broadcast to the HDD while another goes straight to VHS / DVD. Sadly, we don't envision this Japanese-bound unit ever gracing US shores, but it will be making smiles across the sea next month for around $925.

[Via MediaMentalism]

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Sharp's AQUOS DV-ACV52 HD DVR handles DVD, HDV, and VHS originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Apr 2007 13:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Long-distance TV broadcasts hit 80 year anniversary originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Apr 2007 09:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LG / Harris announce In-Band mobile DTV system originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Apr 2007 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via 64-Bit-Computers]

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Velocity Micro's latest HTPCs add Vista and ATI Digital Cable tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via EverythingUSB]

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Compro U2700 hybrid HDTV tuner gets Vista certified originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microtek enters LCD HDTV market with duo of 1080p sets originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 07 Jan 2007 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dacos kicks out T-DMB-equipped iHolic PMP originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Dec 2006 19:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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ByD:sign / EyeFi unveils antiquated 42-inch plasma originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 29 Dec 2006 04:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sima Products returns with DTU-100 USB ATSC TV tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via eHomeUpgrade]

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Okoro Media Systems busts out a pair of Blu-ray media PCs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Nov 2006 10:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via CrunchGear]

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Klegg Electronics goes big with its 40-inch, MCE-infused LCD TV originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Nov 2006 10:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Although RCA's been noticed most recently for its Lrya portable media players, the company is reportedly aiming to release a travel-friendly TV tuner in non-dongle form. Breaking the USB-stick mold, the tabletop MPC4000 tuner will pull in HD OTA broadcasts as well as standard definition signals, and even boasts an optional clip-on antenna for those out-of-the-way hotel stops. Weighing just two ounces, the device shouldn't be too burdensome in your trusty knapsack, and the USB 2.0 connector allows it to play nice on any notebook or PC (sorry, Mac brethren). The included software will supposedly enable an on-screen channel guide, as well as turning your hard drive into a virtual PVR. The MPC4000 is slated to hit stores in April of next year for a slightly above average $199, but if you need to get your portable TV tuning on in the meantime, there's plenty of other options in the wild.

[Via PVRWire]

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RCA unveils plans for travel-friendly MPC4000 HD TV tuner originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Nov 2006 17:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While typically not a dominant force in the GPS game, Sanyo is bringing the goods with its latest navigation units. The NV-SD10DT and NV-M10, dubbed "Mini-Gorillas," are targeting folks who crave a car-based NAV that can join the trek on occasion. Both units sport a 4.5-inch 400 x 234 resolution touchscreen, 1GB SD card loaded with maps and POIs, 1-watt built-in speaker, and a conscience-nagging Echo Drive II system which apparently notifies the driver of how harmful they're being to environment by quickly accelerating and idling in rush-hour traffic. The real star, however, is the built-in terrestrial TV tuner in the NV-SD10DT; while catching a break on the subway, the GPS unit becomes a portable television on the fly, providing instant entertainment when you've reached your destination. Both units should hit the Japanese markets later this month, and the NV-M10 will run you ¥78,750 ($669), while the tuner-packed NV-SD10DT demands ¥91,350 ($776).

[Via Impress]

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Sanyo unveils TV tuner-equipped NV-SD10DT GPS originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Nov 2006 11:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via HD Beat]

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ATI releases TV Wonder 650 OTA HDTV tuner card originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Aug 2006 03:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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