Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Samsung's Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 and 5.0 now rolling out to countries far away from you]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/01/samsungs-galaxy-s-wifi-4-0-and-5-0-now-rolling-out-to-countries/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/01/samsungs-galaxy-s-wifi-4-0-and-5-0-now-rolling-out-to-countries/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/01/samsungs-galaxy-s-wifi-4-0-and-5-0-now-rolling-out-to-countries/#comments While Samsung has yet to announce an actual date for its new Galaxy Players in the US, their international counterparts are already heading towards other parts of the world for a head start. The Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 is said to be debuting in Russia followed by other countries, whereas its 5.0 sibling will be launched in Switzerland. In terms of specs, not much has changed since we last saw these 1GHz, DivX-friendly Android PMPs, and yes, they'll still be shipped with Froyo "with a possibility to upgrade to 2.3 Gingerbread." As always, we'll let you folks know when we eventually find out about the US launch (if ever), though to be frank, we'd rather just go for the beefier Galaxy S II instead.

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Samsung's Galaxy S WiFi 4.0 and 5.0 now rolling out to countries far away from you originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 01 May 2011 23:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AndroidAndroid 2.2Android 2.3Android2.2Android2.3DivXFroyogalaxy playerGALAXY S WiFiGalaxy S WiFi 4.0Galaxy S WiFi 5.0GalaxyPlayerGalaxySWifiGalaxySWifi4.0GalaxySWifi5.0GingerbreadPMPportable media playerPortableMediaPlayerRussiaSamsungSwitzerlandWMVXvidSun, 01 May 2011 23:20:00 EST<![CDATA[CineXPlayer adds iPhone and iPod touch to its Xvid party list, still won't cook your popcorn]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/cinexplayer-adds-iphone-and-ipod-touch-to-its-xvid-party-list-s/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/cinexplayer-adds-iphone-and-ipod-touch-to-its-xvid-party-list-s/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/cinexplayer-adds-iphone-and-ipod-touch-to-its-xvid-party-list-s/#comments Remember how NXP Software surprised the world with its CineXPlayer iPad app just two months ago? Well, the gang is back to give our iPhone (3GS and 4) and iPod touch (3rd and 4th gen) the same dose of Xvid goodness. Like its older sibling, this $1.99 CineXPlayer utilizes the same method for easily sideloading your AVI files via iTunes (under the iDevice's Apps tab), and you'll also find a familiar-looking interface topped with an extra rotation-lock button -- much more useful than iOS' native lock that only lets you watch in portrait mode. Alas, video files other than of Xvid and DivX nature aren't currently supported, but hopefully it won't be long before the VLC iPad app gets a smaller variant as well.

Gallery: CineXPlayer for iPhone and iPod touch

CineXPlayer adds iPhone and iPod touch to its Xvid party list, still won't cook your popcorn originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleavicinexplayerhands-oniosiphoneiphone appIphoneAppipod touchIpodTouchnxp softwareNXP Software BVNxpSoftwareNxpSoftwareBvxvidXvid AVIXvidAviTue, 05 Oct 2010 04:08:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung is still down with PMP, announces YP-Q3 and YP-U6 players (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/samsung-is-still-down-with-pmp-announces-yp-q3-and-yp-u6-player/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/samsung-is-still-down-with-pmp-announces-yp-q3-and-yp-u6-player/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/samsung-is-still-down-with-pmp-announces-yp-q3-and-yp-u6-player/#commentsSamsung is still down with PMP, announces YP-Q3 and YP-U6 players (video) Lots of companies are moving their focus to more capable devices, but Samsung is still here to fulfill your simple media playback needs with a few new PMPs. First is the YP-Q3, shown above, a compact and stylish player with support for plenty of formats (H.264, WMV, Xvid, MP3, OGG, etc.) and also packing an FM receiver and voice recorder. No word on pricing or capacity, but it will be offered in a variety of colors and has a highly-customizable UI, shown in the oontzy video after the break. Then there's the rather more compact YP-U6 MP3 stick, pictured after the break with its wee display that can show either the currently playing track or, apparently, how many calories you've burned -- presumably through some accelerometer trickery. No price on this one either, but we expect to be getting some quality time with both at IFA in very short order.

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Samsung is still down with PMP, announces YP-Q3 and YP-U6 players (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>divxh.264mp3 playerMp3Playerpmpportable media playerPortableMediaPlayersamsungvideoxvidyp-q3yp-u6Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Is CineXPlayer for iPad struggling to deliver on its Xvid-playing promise?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/19/is-cinexplayer-for-ipad-struggling-to-deliver-on-its-xvid-playin/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/19/is-cinexplayer-for-ipad-struggling-to-deliver-on-its-xvid-playin/http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/19/is-cinexplayer-for-ipad-struggling-to-deliver-on-its-xvid-playin/#comments
We were convinced the apocalypse was nigh earlier this month after learning Apple would allow playback of lowly video formats like Xvid on the iPad via the approved CineXPlayer app. Mobiputing's review, however, indicates that the software has trouble loading anything but Xvid and DivX files, which even then often don't play. App Store reviewers appear to have had better results with it, giving it an average of four and half stars -- though close to 32 percent or 433 reviewers did only rate it as one or two. To it's credit, though, CineXPlayer does warn users that not all Xvid files may play and requests that any problems be submitted to their support contact to address. Anyone out there having similar issues? Let us know in the comments below!

Is CineXPlayer for iPad struggling to deliver on its Xvid-playing promise? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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iPad gets Xvid AVI video playback with CineXPlayer app on iTunes, hell freezes over originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Aug 2010 12:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Buffalo LT-V100 Link Theater

Buffalo's LT-V100 Link Theater streams every format under the sun at 1080p originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Jul 2010 08:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung MP3 player goes 60 hours on a charge originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 10 May 2010 10:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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What do we have here? Pasen, a company who's been boring us to death for years with its MP4 players (and at least one full-on KIRF) has finally come out with something we could conceivably see ourselves wanting to own. Crazy, huh? It's called the MID5 and as a device its about as revolutionary and original as its name, featuring a 5-inch (800 x 480) LTPS LCD display, WiFi, HDMI out, and support for 720p H.264 video as well as many of your fave formats (including DivX / XviD, RMVB, and MKV. Additionally, the company is boasting up to 10 hours of music or 4.5 hours of video playback. The OS is, predictably these days, Android. No word on a release date yet but when it is available it should go for around $200.

Pasen MID5 packs Android, cures insomnia originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Now with a video demonstration, after the break.

Gallery: Zune HD v4.5 firmware: SmartDJ and Marketplace access via AV dock

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Zune HD v4.5 firmware 'coming soon,' adds SmartDJ, new codecs, and Marketplace access via AV dock (update: video!) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 29 Mar 2010 19:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LG's XF2 media player does 1080p with subtitles, blows budgets, ships next month originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Zune HD getting Xvid, Smart DJ, ever more appealing originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Functionally, MyRacer has yet to really knock our socks off. But, its lineup of PMPs has always featured some lovely design cues, and the Q10 is perhaps the nicest yet. It has some subtly '70s styling and that cheeky volume knob with an illuminated red surround that would probably result in you getting an earful whenever sliding it into a back pocket. As you'd expect it has all the major audio and video formats covered (including DivX, Xvid, MP3, AAC, and WMA) and also includes an FM tuner, transmitter, and a voice recorder. There's 8GB of storage behind the 3-inch, 400 x 240 touchscreen and a microSD slot for expansion. No word on price, but we're unlikely to see this one Stateside anyway, so enjoy these fine pictures and see if you can spot the snail.

Gallery: MyRacer's Liesse Q10



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The followup to the popular PopcornHour media streamer series has finally been announced, and the list of features makes it look worth the wait. Revealed in a post on the Networked Media Tank forums the C-200 contains an upgraded Sigma SMP8643 667 Mhz processor, HDMI 1.3 out, two SATA slots, a drive bay for mounting your own HDD, DVD or even Blu-ray drive (requires internal HDD or 1GB USB stick) and supports a list of networking standards, codecs and containers far too long to recount here. At first glance, only DivX jumps out as missing from the list, have a look at the forum posting and let us know if you spot. Of course, there's already a video unboxing available, seen after the break (along with the copied list of specs) or check out the full Google translated early hands on impressions from HomeTheater.co.il. The most pressing questions of when will these be available and for how much, will have to be answered at another time.

[Via HomeTheater.co.il & Geek Tonic]

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The followup to the popular PopcornHour media streamer series has finally been announced, and the list of features makes it look worth the wait. Revealed in a post on the Networked Media Tank forums the C-200 contains an upgraded Sigma SMP8643 667 Mhz processor, HDMI 1.3 out, two SATA slots, a drive bay for mounting your own HDD, DVD or even Blu-ray drive (requires internal HDD or 1GB USB stick) and supports a list of networking standards, codecs and containers far too long to recount here. At first glance, only DivX jumps out as missing from the list, have a look at the forum posting and let us know if you spot. Of course, there's already a video unboxing available, seen after the break (along with the copied list of specs) or check out the full Google translated early hands on impressions from HomeTheater.co.il. The most pressing questions of when will these be available and for how much, will have to be answered at another time.

[Via HomeTheater.co.il & Geek Tonic]

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In one of the more unexpected developments from NAB 2009, Qtv is pushing its streaming media player platform for consoles. Not an altogether radical idea we know, but what's different here is a plan to launch first on the PlayStation 2 and move to newer hardware later. From the makers of the Qcast technology behind the GameShark Media Player, Qtv includes YouTube and access to streaming video from other sources, plus pictures, music and video (DivX, h.264, XviD & more) from USB devices or networked computers. The PS2 may not be the first HD set-top box we thought of, it does have the highest installed base. The Qtv player launches later this year and will be available on Mac and PC as well for "less than $50," although thanks to the free 30-day trial the hardest part may be remembering where we left our PS2s.

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In one of the more unexpected developments from NAB 2009, Qtv is pushing its streaming media player platform for consoles. Not an altogether radical idea we know, but what's different here is a plan to launch first on the PlayStation 2 and move to newer hardware later. From the makers of the Qcast technology behind the GameShark Media Player, Qtv includes YouTube and access to streaming video from other sources, plus pictures, music and video (DivX, h.264, XviD & more) from USB devices or networked computers. The PS2 may not be the first HD set-top box we thought of, it does have the highest installed base. The Qtv player launches later this year and will be available on Mac and PC as well for "less than $50," although thanks to the free 30-day trial the hardest part may be remembering where we left our PS2s.

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Qtv launches console IPTV platform on the PlayStation.... 2 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Netgear Internet TV Player


Gallery: Netgear Internet TV Player, Digital Entertainer Elite hands-on at CES 2009

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Netgear unveils Internet TV Player, Digital Entertainer Elite with CinemaNow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We asked, and we're receiving. LaCie's LaCinema Rugged was initially announced across the pond late last month, yet we rough Americans were left wondering if it would ever see the light of day on US soil. Just in time for the holiday rush, LaCie has indeed announced US pricing and availability for the bulked up multimedia drive, and it's not like you even have to wait around to get your mitts on one. Try right now starting at $199.99, with sizes including 250GB, 320GB and 500GB.

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LaCie's LaCinema Rugged multimedia HDD now available in US originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We asked, and we're receiving. LaCie's LaCinema Rugged was initially announced across the pond late last month, yet we rough Americans were left wondering if it would ever see the light of day on US soil. Just in time for the holiday rush, LaCie has indeed announced US pricing and availability for the bulked up multimedia drive, and it's not like you even have to wait around to get your mitts on one. Try right now starting at $199.99, with sizes including 250GB, 320GB and 500GB.

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Currently getting 3rd party codecs like DivX and Xvid working within Windows Media Center has worked well enough with 3rd party solutions, but the next best thing is native support. We'd already gotten the official word that H.264 support was included in Windows 7, but a tipster has lead us to believe that the pre-beta version of Windows 7 also includes native support for DivX. In addition, MKV is also expected to be supported; but that isn't the best part. Because although we've always been able to add these codecs to Media Center anyways, the real crux has been when you try to watch the very same content on an extender -- like the Xbox 360. So in an attempt to bring the entire Media Center experience to the extenders it appears Microsoft has added native transcoding. So now if Media Center can play the file, it can also convert it on the fly to a format that your extender supports. Of course like all betas, there's no guarantee these features will make it into the final build, but we sure hope they do.

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Windows 7 to natively support DivX and transcoding? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LaCie launched the original LaCinema media drive back in January, and the company is now extending the line of media-playback drives with the LaCinema Rugged. Built in a tasteful black version of the same rubber-coated chassis as LaCie's standard rugged drives, the new unit comes in capacities up to 500GB and features 1080i HDMI output of a variety of codecs, including XviD. The LaCinema remote appears to be redesigned, and the menu system is apparently graphical and pretty, which is always nice. Not a bad way to do playback on the go, we suppose -- now if LaCie would just bring the £219 ($357) drive to the States, we'd be all set.

[Via Pocket-lint]

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LaCie LaCinema Rugged for the rough-and-tumble media enthusiast originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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LaCie launched the original LaCinema media drive back in January, and the company is now extending the line of media-playback drives with the LaCinema Rugged. Built in a tasteful black version of the same rubber-coated chassis as LaCie's standard rugged drives, the new unit comes in capacities up to 500GB and features 1080i HDMI output of a variety of codecs, including XviD. The LaCinema remote appears to be redesigned, and the menu system is apparently graphical and pretty, which is always nice. Not a bad way to do playback on the go, we suppose -- now if LaCie would just bring the £219 ($357) drive to the States, we'd be all set.

[Via Pocket-lint]

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LaCie LaCinema Rugged for the rough-and-tumble media enthusiast originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The D-Link MediaLounge DSM-330 is finally shipping to U.S. media streaming heads fiending for its 1080p upconverting, Divx/Xvid streaming abilities, although our excitement is dimmed a bit by all the competition that's popped up since we first laid eyes on the GejBox, and Stage6 falling by the wayside certainly doesn't help. That said, DivX has been on an upswing as of late, so the launch of its first Connected hardware couldn't come a moment to soon. Unfortunately MKV support isn't part of the package yet, but for $299 it does handle quite a few formats. Interested U.S. buyers should be able to find out if it matches up to Popcorn Hour's A-100 now, with Canadian distribution following shortly. Check after the break for the press release and the rest of the details.

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D-Link DSM-330 DivX Connected media streamer now shipping in the U.S. originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Make no mistake about it, we've no qualms with a single gizmo handling more than a few tasks, but something about Lipljan Digital Technology's YDPG69 just screams intrapsychic conflict. At first glance, the device resembles a knockoff gaming unit, but upon closer inspection, you see just how hard this little fellow is trying to be a grown-up UMPC. Unfortunately, it doesn't really excel at being either, so you're left with a questionably designed PMP that runs Windows CE 5.0 and supports JPEG, BMP, GIF, MP3, MP4, DivX, XviD, AVI, ASF, MPEG4 and WMV files. Also, you'll find a 3-inch QVGA display and twin D-pads, but we can't imagine the on-screen keyboard being all that useful unless this thing opens up even wider. Granted, it seems that this unit is still a concept, so hopefully things will shake themselves out in the final version.

[Via PMPToday]

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Lipljan's YDPG69 PMP has an identity crisis originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 02 Dec 2007 13:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Xbox 360's DivX/XviD support doesn't include Media Center originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 01 Dec 2007 17:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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RAmos has gone out of its way to make its PMPs and DAPs atypically noticeable in the past, and while the V150 is certainly not the most glamorous we've ever seen, it certainly doesn't look half bad. The sleek, Bluetooth 2.0-equipped device features a 2.4-inch QVGA display, a control lanyard, 2GB of storage, USB connectivity, and support for DivX / XviD formats. Additionally, you can opt for a set of Bluetooth plugs if you're frustrated with cords, and the built-in voice recorder / image viewer are nice touches, too. All in all, you're likely to be pretty pleased when you take the 699CNY ($92) price tag into account, and if you like what you see above, feel free to check out another glimpse after the jump.

[Via PMP Today]

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RAmos offers up V150 PMP: good looks on the cheap originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 21 Sep 2007 01:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ok, we're gonna break this down, Microsoft really didn't do us any favors of simplicity this time. As you may remember, back in late 2004 Microsoft's hardware partners announced Windows Media Center Extenders, which were basically STBs that could replicate a cheesy version of Media Center's interface on your TV over your home network. Not surprisingly, people didn't want another box (let alone a box with a crappy UI that wasn't as good as a real Media Center) so those boxes never took off. But the best (and most frequently used) implementation came way later on with the Xbox 360, which was able to far better replicate the XP and Vista Media Center experience.

So today Microsoft is announcing a reinvigorated Media Center Extender effort called... wait for it... Extenders for Windows Media Center. Ok, the name totally sucks, but the important part is Microsoft upgraded its wayward Extender system with a new version that takes full advantage of Vista (including live HDTV streaming), supports 802.11n, and adds something that really blew our mind: codecs we actually care about, namely XviD and DivX. Niveus, Linksys, and D-Link will all be launching new devices based on this software platform, so watch out for those -- as well as DVD players, TVs, and all manner of other home theater devices Microsoft is apparently trying to get this new system built right into. Unfortunately this new Extender rev isn't being announced for the Xbox 360 (yet), so we'll all have to wait a while longer before playing XviD and DivX movies on that thing -- without transcoding, anyway.

Gallery: Microsoft debuts Extenders for Windows Media Center, adds DivX and XviD

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Microsoft debuts Extenders for Windows Media Center, adds DivX and XviD originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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SmartQ has another flash based portable media player for us from China with the release of the SmartQ T5. Coming in 2 and 4GB variations, the T5 plays a variety of file formats including 640x480, 30 fps XVID DivX, and features a 3.0-inch screen -- 320x240, a shame considering its VGA quality playback potential -- with a battery that can last up to 7 hours playing video, and 22 hours playing audio. No word on shipping dates or prices, but you know how it goes with these flash playing gadgets that never seem to make it stateside.

[Thanks, nick]

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SmartQ rolls out T5 portable flash player originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 26 Aug 2007 14:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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TiVo's official website still doesn't show any indication of it, but Dave Zatz of Zatz Not Funny! says the company's PR folks have confirmed to him that TiVo Desktop 2.5 is now official, and a download link has already been turned up on the TiVo Community Forum. Headlining the updates this time around is Windows Vista compatibility, not to mention support for the transfer and playback of DivX and Xvid files, along with support for conversion of previously transferred recordings. TiVo's also now finally added the iPod to the list of portable devices, and it'll kindly send converted files straight to your iTunes library. Hit up the link below for the download.

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TiVo rolls out Vista-compatible, DivX-supporting Desktop 2.5 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Don't look now, but TiVo is apparently gearing up to unleash TiVoToGo version 2.5 to the masses any moment. The firm's webpage has already been updated to show the v2.5 graphic, yet the download link still takes you to the existing build. Nevertheless, TiVoPony has unveiled that the forthcoming update will enable support for Windows Vista as well as DivX / XviD formats for web video conversions, and it will also allow users to "convert individual shows from Desktop's Now Playing list at any time, to any profile, by right-clicking." Unfortunately, that last feature still won't be available for Series3 or TiVo HD devices, but those looking to browse photo slideshows can expect higher resolution support (huzzah?). So twiddle your thumbs a bit and keep checking the read link periodically, it's bound to show up sometime soon.

[Via TiVoBlog]

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TiVoToGo v2.5 supports Vista / DivX, release imminent originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 07 Aug 2007 08:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Those familiar with the Helios name probably haven't forgotten the uber-cheap H4000 that landed late last year, but the firm has outdone itself once again by slipping under that oh-so-magical $100 price point with the H2000. This slim multiformat player can not only upscale your standard DVDs to 1080i, but MPEG2/4, DivX, and even XviD files can also be upconverted for your viewing pleasure via component, HDMI, or VGA. Moreover, this device also outputs unprocessed 480i / 576i signals via the HDMI port if you're sending it to an external video scaler, and while we're sure you may be willing to give your first second born for all these niceties, Helios Labs will only be asking for $99 when it arrives next month.

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The Helios H2000: your $99 upscaling multiformat DVD player originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via AnythingButiPod]

UPDATE: Looks like this creature may actually be a straight up rip of another. Check out Coby's PMP4330 to see for yourself.

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Memup's 30GB Orizon PMP looks oh-so-sleek originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Jul 2007 08:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via DAPreview]

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Newman M669 20GB portable media player originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 14 Jun 2007 08:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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IGS of Japan has released a hard drive-based media player that supports up to 1TB internal drives, and plays back various high-definition video and audio formats. Similar to the MediaGate line, the Rapsody N35 supports DivX and XviD, MPEG-1,2, and 4, and WMV HD at up to 1080 lines of resolution over DVI, component, or S-video outputs. The Rapsody also plays back OGG, MP3, and WMA audio over its digital coax and optical connectors. With the 10/100-speed Ethernet jack and included NDAS software, you can connect to remote computers on your network, and the local USB port allows for connecting devices directly. The N35 is available for 28,000 ¥, or $235 US.

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IGS of Japan has released a hard drive-based media player that supports up to 1TB internal drives, and plays back various high-definition video and audio formats. Similar to the MediaGate line, the Rapsody N35 supports DivX and XviD, MPEG-1,2, and 4, and WMV HD at up to 1080 lines of resolution over DVI, component, or S-video outputs. The Rapsody also plays back OGG, MP3, and WMA audio over its digital coax and optical connectors. With the 10/100-speed Ethernet jack and included NDAS software, you can connect to remote computers on your network, and the local USB port allows for connecting devices directly. The N35 is available for 28,000 ¥, or $235 US.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appleApple TVAppleTvDivXH.264hdinternetXvidWed, 11 Apr 2007 10:08:00 EST<![CDATA[How-To: play DivX and Xvid on your Apple TV]]>http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/10/how-to-play-divx-and-xvid-on-your-apple-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/10/how-to-play-divx-and-xvid-on-your-apple-tv/http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/10/how-to-play-divx-and-xvid-on-your-apple-tv/#commentsThe two biggest Apple TV limitations are the lack of codec support (like XviD, DivX, etc.) and not even having the ability to do basic surround sound like Dolby Digital 5.1. These issues were resolved almost immediately after the Apple TV was released, although the hacks were somewhat less than practical. Something as simple as getting your Apple TV to, say, sync and recognize your XviD movies as playable was no simple feat. Thankfully, that's no longer the case, and we want to show you how to get the most out of your Apple TV. Who says you can't have your cake and eat it, too?

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[Via Electronista, thanks Jonathan]

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[Via Electronista, thanks Jonathan]

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