Two Minute Review of the ZOMM Wireless Leash for Phones

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Two Minute Review of the ZOMM Wireless Leash for Phones

A few weeks ago at LITS I met up with a company called ZOMM who were demonstrating a little device that helps you located your phone. Intrigued I agreed to look at one a bit closer, so here is our two minute review of the ZOMM Wireless Leash.

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The Wireless Leash by ZOMM will keep you from ever leaving your phone behind. It’s the perfect way to keep your phone where it needs to be – with you.

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Wireless Leash notifies you of incoming calls and serves as a fully-functional speakerphone. Talk safe and hands free.

The Wireless Leash by ZOMM has a built-in panic alarm and can auto dial any emergency number with one touch of a button.

Who are ZOMM?

ZOMM, LLC is a global technology company that enhances lives through technology. Its first product, ZOMM Wireless Leash, won a Best of Innovations award at the 2010 Consumer Electronic Show, was one of two finalist for the 2011 Bluetooth SIG’s best of CES Award and has been named a 2011 CTIA Emerging Tech Award Finalist. ZOMM has since received over 500 million media impressions worldwide, including coverage on leading broadcast stations and featured in over 1000 magazines and newspapers. Its executive team includes legendary seasoned leaders in business, technology, marketing and finance. ZOMM’s mission to enhance lives through technology is now being realized as new products and services are introduced to the world. ZOMM is headquartered in Tulsa, Okla., with offices in Kirkland, Wash, distribution in Okla., Innsbruck, Austria and China, sales offices in Germany and London, and distribution partners in South Africa, France, Switzerland and Austria. For more information about ZOMM, please visit http://www.zomm.com.

Key Features

– ‘wireless leash’ helps prevent mobile phone loss

– fully functional speakerphone with a noise-cancelling microphone

– personal safety device

– customisable distance for the ‘wireless leash’ so users can chose to be alerted from 9m to 20m away from their mobile phones

– ability to mute the ringer and other sounds on the mobile phone using the ZOMM

– ability to adjust the ZOMM volume from the user’s phone – customable emergency number for ZOMM to dial

– re-chargeable lithium-ion battery lasts up to three days with normal usage before needing to be recharged with the included micro USB wall charger

– comes with a micro USB cord that connects to any computer for charging the battery,

Specifications

ZOMM is powered by a Lithium-ion polymer battery. During normal use, a full charge may last up to 5 (five) days, or up to 2 (two) hours of speakerphone talk time.

The ZOMM’s durable polycarbonate shell is lined with a thin film and sealed with an ultrasonic weld. A rubber dust cover is installed to seal and protect the micro-USB charging port. This has been done to enhance ZOMM’s resistance to moisture and dirt.

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ZOMM will resist normal wear and tear while attached to a key ring. It has been designed to be heat, cold, dust, and moisture resistant and therefore survive the conditions associated with carrying it on a key ring, in a pocket or purse, or on a belt.

Height : 1.62 inches

Width : 1.62 inches

Depth : 0.63 inches

Weight : 0.49 ounces

HP TouchPad Review

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HP TouchPad Review

Today, I bring you my impressions of the HP TouchPad tablet running webOS. Read on for details.

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As you probably already know, HP introduced and cancelled their webOS tablet called the TouchPad. I managed to buy two, one for my father as his welcome to the internet, and one for me. I have to say that at the pricing of $149 each, these were steals. I’ll give you my impressions, pros and cons, and then some concluding commentary at the end of the review.

First, let’s document what I want to use a tablet for in my house. Here is a list of the tasks that I like to perform with tablets:

  • Stream video from my home server. I use MP4 files, encoded in h.264 video and AAC audio, as well as WMV files. I like to stream these to tablets in the house.
  • Load video and audio files locally for playback. It’s nice to watch the latest Hawaii 5-0 and Two and a Half Men episodes while I am travelling, so I want to be able to play back content locally.
  • Email. I manage five or six personal email clients, including a Live IMAP account, a GMAIL account, an IMAP account for a website that I webmaster, and an Exchange Active Synch. In addition, my employer uses Lotus Notes and I’d like to be able to use the Traveller app to get my email and calendar.
  • WordPress comment moderation and light post editing. I webmaster a website for my daughter’s school’s PTA organization. I like to be able to moderate comments in WordPress and be able to make light edits to items already posted, like adding tags and categories to content posted by the other volunteers.
  • Twitter. I love keeping up with Twitter and like to use the tablets to do that.
  • Facebook management. Keeping up with my family’s Facebook content is another task that I like to perform on a tablet.
  • Web surfing. I like to be able to go anywhere on the internet, flash or no flash. I expect full and broad website support in the browser on a tablet.
  • Skype. I use Skype to keep in touch with family back in Ohio and would like a tablet to do that.
  • Amazon Kindle support. Reading Kindle books on a tablet is really nice, particularly when travelling as it lightens the load in my briefcase.
  • Light games. Think Need for Speed and Angry Birds here. I usually game on a full PS3 at home, but it is nice to have the ability to play a game here and there, particularly with a nine-year-old in the house.
  • Content creation. I like to be able to create Word documents and to be able to read and lightly edit Excel and PowerPoint files.
  • Remote access to content.  Being able to access content while on the move is a nice feature to have.

These are the main tasks that I like to perform with tablets, and will go down each one to tell you how the TouchPad fares. Keep in mind that we have an iPad, iPad 2 and a Windows 7 tablet in the house in addition to a TouchPad, so I’ll give you some comparisons to these tablets as we go.

Streaming Media in the Home

I have a HP EX475 Media Smart Server in the home running both Twonky and Microsoft’s Media Connect DLNA servers. As mentioned above, I like to stream video in MP4 (H.264/AAC encoding) and WMV formats. The TouchPad media player supports the MP4 format with no issue, but not the WMV format. This is not that big of a deal since everything that I have in WMV is also in MP4, so as long as the media player for the device supports MP4, we are good. I have loaded the app BHomePro from the webOS app store and it works very well with the Twonky server. I’ve streamed MP4 videos, JPG photos and music files inside the home with no issues and very good performance. In order to stream locally to an iPad, I needed to install Air Video onto the Windows Home Server and load that client onto the iPad. That works very well, but I prefer to leverage plain old DLNA rather than having to load another piece of server-side software to make it work.

Loading Video and Music Content Locally

The TouchPad allows you to load content directly to the device without having to use an intervening software. Simply connect the device to the source computer with the USB cable, put it into USB mode, and drag and drop your files onto the device. I hate having to import media into iTunes before loading content onto an iPad and this workflow is not required on the TouchPad. Of course, if you like that workflow, use the HP Play application (still in beta, BTW) to manage the synching operation. With 32GB of space, I have more than enough room to carry music, videos and photos with me while travelling.

Email Support

The TouchPad was very easy to configure my personal email accounts. In fact, the set up for Exchange Active Synch worked automatically while I had to manually specify servers for the iPad’s email client. In addition, the HP Synergy feature that allows me to link contact information from different applications makes emailing and Skyping and SMS texting much easier than before. Contact information from Facebook, GMAIL, Live, EAS, and other IMAP accounts comes into the Contacts application. As I send emails to people not in my contact list, Synergy adds them and allows me to link their email account information to pre-existing contact information stored in my other online accounts.

As far as sending emails, the composing app is very easy to use. I also picked up a Bluetooth keyboard to connect to the TouchPad, and find it simple to compose long messages with either the on-screen or Bluetooth keyboard.

My employer uses Lotus Notes and mandates use of Lotus Traveller software to get access to email and calendar functions on mobile devices.  Since webOS is not supported by Lotus any longer, I am out of luck getting corporate email.  I can use the web access client, but meeting notices don’t work as they require a browser plug-in that has not been developed by Lotus.  I am pretty much out of luck getting my corporate email on the TouchPad, where I can use either Traveller or the browser on the iPad.  If your employer uses Exchange Active Synch, the TouchPad will work well for you.

WordPress Moderation and Post Editing

My experience here has been mixed. There is a WordPress app in beta form that allows the normal mobile device access, and I’ve used it on the iPad to fix typos, add categories, moderate comments and the like with no real issues. It is not a replacement for Windows Live Writer, but it works for on-the-go maintenance duties. The issue is with the webOS client, any time I edit a post, the posting date is changed to November 1999 and so the post falls off of the website. You need to log into WordPress and revise the posting date. This bug renders the client useless for post editing and I hope that the webOS version is fixed at some point. However, the WordPress dashboard renders perfectly in the web browser, so I can make those edits that way, but score this one Advantage iPad until and unless the webOS client is fixed.

Twitter

I use the Twitter app called Graphite on the TouchPad. Graphite is the best Twitter app that I have ever used, hands down. It is much easier to read forwards, looks better, and is easier to get around in than any of the iOS Twitter applications. In addition, the Twitter web page works fine in the TouchPad browser. Graphite gives the advantage to the TouchPad over the iPad for Twitter use.

Facebook

HP developed the first tablet-specific Facebook app for the TouchPad and it has become my preferred way of using Facebook. In addition, any photos that you post to Facebook automatically synch to your Photos app on the TouchPad and are available for viewing on the TouchPad offline.  The iOS tablet Facebook app is also very nice, but the ease of use advantage goes to the TouchPad here.

Web Surfing

The browser on the TouchPad supports flash and so my EX475 media streaming application works fine over the internet. This is a huge advantage over the iPad, which requires Air Video and some port forwarding on the router to accomplish the same thing. While browsing is not tabbed, you can open up additional card views and have multiple websites open at the same time. One drawback, though, is the browser can be a bit slow in rendering complex pages. The ability to run flash offsets the speed issues for me, so advantage TouchPad.

Skype

We use Skype to video chat with family back in Ohio and the ability to do that on a tablet is a distinct advantage. Of course, since the iPad does not have a camera, you can’t Skype video chat with that tablet. My wife’s iPad 2 has the capability to Skype and it works rather well, but most of the time we use my Windows 7 tablet or my Windows 7 desktop for video chatting.

The TouchPad integrates Skype into the phone and messaging application, so it handles Skype out of the box. Just configure your Skype account when setting up your online accounts. Before the recent webOS update, Skype video chatting was choppy. Since then, I’ve noticed a much-improved Skype experience. In addition, it is simple enough to use that my father can now Skype with us over his TouchPad. This works well for us.

Plextor Announce the New M3S SSDs

Andrew Edney
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Plextor Announce the New M3S SSDs

Plextor have announced the new M3S SSD Series featuring True Speed Technology and a Five Year Warranty.

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Previously we have reviewed two of Plextor’s SSDs – the PX-128M2P SSD and the PX-256M2S SSD.Now it’s time to introduce a new member of the Plextor SSD family.

Here is the press release:

Fremont, CA, November 16, 2011- Plextor LLC (www.goplextor.com), leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance digital media and storage equipment, announces the release of its latest Solid State Drive, the M3S Series. The M3S is a 2.5″ form factor SSD featuring True Speed technology and an extended five-year ironclad warranty.

The M3S Series is available in three capacities: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The M3S delivers sequential read/write speeds of up to 525/445 MB/s and random read/write speeds of up to 70,000/65,000 IOPS.

The M3S features exclusive firmware with True Speed technology, including Plextor’s proprietary Bad Block Management, Global Wear Leveling, and Instant Restore technologies that optimize performance. True Speed is designed to prevent drastic drops in read/write speeds that normally occur with SSDs after prolonged use or when data becomes heavily fragmented. True Speed technology will maintain the M3S’ high performance and read/write speeds at like-new levels throughout the life of the drive.

Plextor strives to exceed industry standards with rigorous benchmark testing; before leaving the factory, each Plextor SSD is put through a 20-hour high temperature burn-in test and an intense simulation of real world environments. As a result, Plextor SSDs have a 0.59% average annual failure rate, which is one of the lowest in the industry.

“The M3S has all of the key components Plextor strives for – fast performance, the latest technology, reliability, and quality. It’s not just speed that matters to Plextor, but high performance that can be sustained after years of intensive use and continuous operation.” said Christine Hsing, Marketing Manager.

Furthermore, M3S SSDs uses the latest SATA 6Gb/s (SATA III) interface, Marvell’s server-grade controller, and Toshiba 24nm NAND flash. Also supported by the flash is a 1.8V power mode, providing the M3S with extremely low-power consumption making it a very eco-friendly product.

Additional features of the M3S include an award winning disk cloning, backup, and analysis utility, making it easy and fuss-free to migrate data from a traditional HDD to an SSD. It also comes with a 3.5″ mounting bracket and screws for desktop installation making it ideal for both laptop and desktop installations.

The M3S offers a perfect solution for businesses, power users, serious gamers, system integrators, and anyone who demands a drive with high efficiency and fast performance.

The M3S 128GB and 256GB will be available in late-November 2011 with an MSRP of $199.99 and $349.99 respectively. M3S 512GB will be available in the first quarter of 2012 with an MSRP of $699.99.

Will it be good enough to take the crown from the Samsung 830 Series SSD? Time will tell….

Two Minute Review – Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive

Andrew Edney
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Two Minute Review – Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive

If you have a Mac and you want an external drive that is more than just a drive, take a look at our latest two minute review of the Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive.

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The Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive includes 2 fast FireWire 800 interfaces, a USB 2.0 hub, plus a FireWire 400 to 800 cable. Styled to match the latest Mac computers, it also includes a convenient USB charging/syncing port for your iPad, iPod or iPhone device. The space saving design fits perfectly on the Apple iMac base or on your Apple monitor. With multiple interfaces you can easily add other peripherals like a printer or other external storage. It includes a handy capacity gauge on the front and fast 7200 RPM drive speed.

Who are Iomega?

From their website:

Iomega Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMC Corporation headquartered in San Diego, is a worldwide leader in innovative storage and network security solutions for small businesses, home offices, consumers and others. The Company has sold more than 410 million digital storage drives and disks since its inception in 1980. Today, Iomega’s product portfolio includes industry leading network attached storage products, external hard drives, multimedia drives, and our award-winning removable storage technology, the REV® Backup Drive.

Features

  • Fast: Fast transfer speeds available including FireWire 800 and USB 2.0 connections; 7200 RPM drive speed
  • Multiple Connections: One USB 2.0 port, two FireWire 800 ports and a two port integrated USB 2.0 hub* lets you connect multiple devices
  • Feature-rich: Styled to match the latest Mac computers; Stacks on the iMac base or Mac monitor; HFS+ for ease of use right out of the box; USB port (2.1 Amp) to charge/sync your iPad, iPod or iPhone device*
  • Capacity Gauge: Capacity gauge on front lets you know how much storage is available on the hard drive**
  • Warranty: Three year limited warranty with product registration

* The Mac Companion must be connected to the computer via USB in order to use the USB hub or the charge/sync port.
** Requires software utility install to enable capacity gauge feature

 

Specifications

System Requirements

  • One USB 2.0 port
  • Two FireWire 800 ports
  • Two port integrated USB 2.0 hub (The Mac Companion must be connected to the computer via USB in order to use the USB hub or the charge/sync port)
  • Preformatted in HFS+
  • Compatible with PC and Mac®
  • Transfer rates of 480 Mbits/s when connected to a USB 2.0 controller; up to 800 Mbits when connected to a FireWire 800 controller
  • Memory cache of 8MB or better
  • Three year limited warranty with product registration within 90 days of purchase
  • Power Mac® G3 or greater
  • Built-in USB or FireWire 800/400 connection
  • FireWire 800 (1394a)/USB 1.1: Mac OS X 10.5 – 10.7 (drive performance will be reduced using a USB 1.1 connection)
  • USB 2.0: Mac OS 10.5 or higher
  • 128MB RAM or higher as required by operating system

Dimensions: 1.75″ H x 5.82″ W x 7.77″ L
Weight: 4.54 pounds

What’s in the Box?

  • Iomega® Mac Companion Hard Drive
  • USB 2.0 Cable
  • FireWire® 800 Cable
  • FireWire® 400 to 800 Cable (for 1394b to 1394a conversion)
  • Power Supply
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Iomega Protection Suite Software via Download
    • Trend Micro™ Smart Surfing software for Mac – 1 year FREE subscription via download – $59.99 value
    • Iomega QuikProtect
    • MozyHome™ Online Backup service (2GB Free)

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Want to Beta Test the New Version of Microsoft Security Essentials?

Andrew Edney
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Want to Beta Test the New Version of Microsoft Security Essentials?

Microsoft yesterday opened the registration process to be a beta tester of the new version of it’s Security Essentials software. Want to be a part of the testing?

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Here is what Microsoft said:

Today we announce that the Beta for the next version of Microsoft Security Essentials is open for registration.

Do you want to try out our latest innovations in protection and performance?

Are you interested in helping to improve Security Essentials?

The number of users than can participate in the Beta is limited, so sign up today and we will notify you once the Beta is available for download. We anticipate the Microsoft Security Essentials beta to be available to the general public by the end of the year.

New features in the Beta of Microsoft Security Essentials include:

  • Enhanced protection through automatic malware remediation – The Beta will clean high-impact malware infections automatically, with no required user interaction.
  • Enhanced performance – The Beta includes many performance improvements to make sure your PC performance isn’t negatively impacted.
  • Simplified UI – Simplified UI makes Microsoft Security Essentials Beta easier to use.
  • New and improved protection engine – The updated engine offers enhanced detection and cleanup capabilities.

The Security Essentials team

I have been running Security Essentials since the very early beta and I am very happy with the product, and can’t wait to see what the new version has to offer!

What about you?

ITV Player App for iOS Updated to Version 1.2

Andrew Edney
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ITV Player App for iOS Updated to Version 1.2

The ITV Player app for the iPhone and iPad has been updated to version 1.2, bringing with it iOS 5 support.

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Description

ITV Player on iOS is ITV’s new video catch-up service for mobile and tablet devices. This is the first iOS application that allows you to view ITV programmes on your handset – we hope you enjoy using it and would love to hear your feedback as we enhance the application.

You can watch all ITV programmes that we have the rights to show on mobile, for up to seven days after broadcast.

– Works on your iOS mobile and tablet devices – iPhone and iPad
– Requires a WiFi connection to play programmes
– Catch up on programmes from ITV1, ITV2, ITV3 and ITV4
– Free to download with unlimited usage
– Browse recommended programmes
– Search for programmes by channel or alphabetically
– Navigate using portrait or landscape orientation

To use this application you need a mobile phone or tablet device that runs iOS 4.3 and is connected to wireless internet.

You must be in the UK to view our programmes. People in some regions will be restricted to only viewing ITV2, ITV3 and ITV4 programmes. For more information, please see our support pages.

When you first use the app, we give you the option to submit your email address. This is so we can keep you informed about improvements and other exciting developments at ITV. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the welcome email that you will receive.

What’s New In Version 1.2

– iOS5 support
– General bug fixes and improvements

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SlingPlayer for Facebook Now Available

Andrew Edney
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SlingPlayer for Facebook Now Available

Sling have introduced the SlingPlayer for Facebook.

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When connected to a Slingbox SOLO or PRO-HD you can extend your complete living room TV experience from SlingPlayer for Facebook. Change channels, control your DVR and watch your favorite shows wherever you are.

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Check out the SlingPlayer app in Facebook

Here is what Sling also posted:

You can now use ANY browser that supports the latest version of Flash to get your Sling on – search for the SlingPlayer app in the Facebook search bar, follow the installation instructions and enjoy your Slingbox (almost as much as you enjoy getting Farmville updates from that one guy you think you knew in high school).

Note that you need a Slingbox PRO-HD or SOLO with the latest firmware installed to use SlingPlayer for Facebook.

Have you tried it? Let us know what you think…..

Firecore Updates Seas0nPass Jailbreak Tools Package for AppleTV 4.4.3 Users

Andrew Edney
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Firecore Updates Seas0nPass Jailbreak Tools Package for AppleTV 4.4.3 Users

Seas0nPass has been updated to support a tethered jailbreak of the new AppleTV 4.4.3 software.

Here is what they said:

Seas0nPass has been updated to support a TETHERED jailbreak of the new AppleTV 4.4 (iOS 5) software released on 10/12/2011 (also supported are the new minor updates – 4.4.1 released on 10/17/11 and 4.4.2 released on 10/24/11). Full details on what’s new in 4.4, status of 3rd party features, and how to update are below.

Should I update?

Currently the jailbreak for 4.4+ is tethered, which is a bit less convenient than an untethered version. If the features added in 4.4 excite you it may be worth updating; however, the previous 4.3 version will continue to be supported so updating is not required.

The full list of changes included in 4.4 is below:

  • AirPlay Mirroring: Now with video mirroring – wirelessly stream what’s on your iPad 2 screen to your HDTV.
  • Photo Stream: View photos recently taken on your iOS device and pushed to your Photo Stream in iCloud.
  • Trailers: A whole new way to browse and view hundreds of the latest theatrical trailers.
  • National Hockey League: Watch live games. View highlights, scores, and more.
  • Wall Street Journal Live: Watch up-to-date news, business commentary, and financial analysis from leading experts.

Apple has also added support for subtitles in Netflix and three new slideshow themes: Photo Wall, Flip-up, and Shifting Tiles.

Which plugins are supported on 4.4?

  • Media Player (works)
  • Couch Surfer (works)
  • Last.fm (works)
  • Weather (works)
  • RSS Feeds (works)
  • NitoTV (works)
  • Overflow (works)
  • Remote HD (works)
  • XBMC (nightly builds only)
  • Plex (not working)
  • Rowmote (not working)

How do I update?

Seas0nPass will default to the latest untethered version, which is currently 4.3. If you want to use Seas0nPass to update and jailbreak a newer version simply follow the steps below.

  1. Download version 4.4.2 (9A336a) and save the IPSW in an easy to find location.
  2. Download the latest version of Seas0nPass.
  3. Open Seas0nPass then Option + click (Mac) or Shift + click (PC) the Create IPSW button and select the new IPSW file that was downloaded in step #1.
  4. Seas0nPass will complete the jailbreak and restore process automatically.
  5. After the restore is complete, move the AppleTV to your TV and follow the steps for performing a Tethered Boot.

Enjoy. 🙂

Update: It seems Apple has taken down the 4.4.1 AppleTV update due a number of reported issues. For now 4.4 is the recommended version for those wishing to update.

Update 2: Looks like the 4.4.1 version has been re-released.

Update 3: Seas0nPass has been updated to support AppleTV 4.4.2 which was released on 10/24.

Update 4: Seas0nPass has been updated to support AppleTV 4.4.3 – released on 11/17.

Android Client for DVBLink Connect! Server Updated to version 1.1.1

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Android Client for DVBLink Connect! Server Updated to version 1.1.1

DVBLogic have just updated their Android Client for DVBLink Connect! Server, taking it to version 1.1.1.

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Watch Live TV, browse EPG, view program details, manage timer recordings from your Android mobile phone or tablet.

What’s in this version

  1. v1.1.1
  2. Added EPG search functionality

This app requires DVBLink Connect! Server installation on the server computer.

Get it now from the Android Market

Special Offer from CloudBerry Labs for CloudBerry Backup for WHS

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Special Offer from CloudBerry Labs for CloudBerry Backup for WHS

Our friends at CloudBerry Labs have been in touch to let us know about a special offer they are running at the moment for CloudBerry Backup for WHS.

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The offer, which runs until December 1st, is a whopping 30% off of CloudBerry Backup for WHS, which brings the price for this add-in down to $20.99.

CloudBerry Backup features:

  • Secure online storage (Amazon S3, Azure, Google Storage and other)
  • WHS control panel integration (easy access)
  • Scheduling Wizard (automate your backup process)
  • Block Level Backup (backup only changed portions of the files)
  • Drive Extender support (back up data on Shared Folders managed by Drive Extender)
  • Local backup with encryption, compression & versioning

And even more cool features coming soon:

  • Instant backup (automate backup of changed files)
  • Bandwidth configuration for different day/night time
Take up this limited time offer here

IOGEAR Advances Video Streaming with Wireless 3D Digital Kit

Andrew Edney
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IOGEAR Advances Video Streaming with Wireless 3D Digital Kit

IOGEAR have just announced a wireless 3D digital kit for streaming your audio and video.

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The latest A/V streaming kit wirelessly transmits 1080p HD / 3D video content and 5.1 digital audio up to 100 feet, through standard walls.

  • Wireless 3D & HD audio / video streaming up to 100 ft.* away through standard home walls
  • Multi-room – Delivers content to asecond location at the same time:
    – Living room HDTV can connect to transmitters loop-through (local) port directly
    – Bedroom HDTV can receive content from wireless receiver
  • Connect and wirelessly transmit content from your 3D / Blu-ray / DVD player and DVR / Set-top box
  • Wireless 3D support
  • Wireless Full HD 1080p and 5.1 channel digital audio
  • Video Resolutions: 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p (24 / 30 / 60fps)
  • HDMI Inputs / Outputs :
    – Transmitter:
    2 x HDMI in
    1 x HDMI out (loop-through local port)
    – Receiver
    1 x HDMI output
  • Create the floating HDTV in almost any location such as bedroom, family room, living room, den, loft or kitchen
  • Keep home theater electronic devices neatly out-of-sight
  • Built-in IR allows the user control over their source devices that are hidden away in a different location
  • No software or driver installation needed
  • HDCP Compliant

*Distances may vary depending on environment; solid objects such as steel, concrete and brick may view shorter distances

Here is the press release:

Foothill Ranch, Calif. – November 8, 2011 – IOGEAR, a leader in convergence
through connectivity products, announces the Wireless 3D Digital Kit (GW3DHDKIT),
which reduces cable clutter and provides flexible and reliable 1080p HD and
3D content for up to two rooms. Relying on the 5GHz wireless spectrum, the Wireless
3D Digital Kit does not require a line-of-sight placement, and delivers uncompressed
full 1080p, 3D content and 5.1 digital audio up to 100 feet.

The IOGEAR Wireless 3D Digital Kit consists of a transmitter and receiver with
connections that allow it to stream standard, HD or 3D resolution content from
up to two HDMI® enabled devices. Included with the kit are an IR blast cable,
a remote control, and two power adapters. To add a second room, one HDTV can
connect directly to the transmitter’s loop-through (local) port, while a second
HDTV simultaneously receives content via the wireless receiver. A “Floating
HDTV” can be set up by connecting two HD or 3D media sources to the wireless
transmitter while a wall-mounted TV receives content from the connected wireless
receiver.

The Wireless 3D Digital Kit is housed in a sleek black casing with rounded
edges, giving it a modern but understated appearance. The unobtrusive transmitter,
receiver, IR blast cable and remote control underscore just what a powerful
device the Wireless 3D Digital Kit really is. Streaming high-bandwidth 3D and
1080p content up to 100 feet is made possible by the use of 5GHz technology,
which is generally less susceptible to network interference and can carry more
data than its 2.4 GHz relative.

By supporting devices such as 3D Blu-ray and DVD players, DVR/set-top boxes
and game consoles, the Wireless 3D Digital Kit allows users to keep their components
neatly out-of-sight and keep the focus on their celebrated HD or 3D TVs. Perfect
as a DIY retrofit solution, the built-in Infrared (IR) pass-though allows user
control over source devices that are hidden away in a different location. Additionally,
the GW3DHDKIT is HDCP 2.0 Compliant and requires no software or driver installation.

“Our Wireless 3D Digital Kit advances the technology of streaming A/V
content and is a perfect fit for those who already have a 3D display or are
planning to get one,” said Bill Nguyen, Senior Marketing Manager for IOGEAR.
“The GW3DHDKIT offers an easy, affordable way to stream both HD and 3D
entertainment discretely with multiple retrofit and installation options.”

For its initial launch, the Wireless 3D Digital Kit will be available online
at Costco.com. A nationwide roll-out that includes shopIOGEAR.com, brick and
mortar retailers and online resellers will happen in later in Q4 2011. MSRP
of the Wireless 3D Digital Kit is $379.95.

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Learn more from the IOGEAR website

CyberLink Releases Video and Photo Creative Collection

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CyberLink Releases Video and Photo Creative Collection

Yesterday Cyberlink announced the release of their new Video and Photo Creative Collection, which includes PowerDirector 10 and PhotoDirector 2011.

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Here is the press release:

London — November 17, 2011 — CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW) today launched its new solution for digital videography and photography – Video & Photo Creative Collection. The value-priced collection combines the world’s fastest video editing software PowerDirector 10, and our new professional-quality photo software PhotoDirector 2011, together allowing users to turn digital videos into pro-quality productions and photos into masterpieces.

“Digital photos and videos have become increasingly popular with many families using camcorders, DSLRs or digital cameras to capture the events of their day-to-day lives.” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink, “With our new Creative Collection we’ve sought to offer our customers an all-in-one solution that they can use to enhance and preserve those precious moments.”

PowerDirector 10: Award-Winning Video Editing Software

Creating pro-like video has never been so easy. In PowerDirector 10, CyberLink’s unique TrueVelocity 2 video rendering engine has been enhanced to dramatically improve the speed of the editing process. Users will also welcome over 300 new features and enhancements, including a choice of 3 different editing modes, integration of pro-quality plug-ins from third-party partners, free-hand painting tools, time lapse controls, and the most comprehensive set of 3D video editing tools available today.

PhotoDirector 2011: Pro-Quality Photo Editing Software

Offering a smooth and intuitive import-to-output workflow, PhotoDirector 2011 allows users to transform their photos into masterpieces! In addition to supporting a large number of file formats, the product offers native rendering of RAW files from Canon and Nikon cameras, a feature that maintains the immaculate quality of original images without the hassle of installing plug-ins. PhotoDirector introduces a wide array of powerful adjustment tools that can be applied in a non-destructive editing environment.

DirectorZone.com: World’s Largest Video & Photo Editing Community

In addition to outstanding video and photo editing features, PowerDirector and PhotoDirector users can share their own presets and download user-generated effects via CyberLink’s online community for video and photo lovers, DirectorZone. Customers can join over 2 million other users with access to more than 225,000 free effects, titles, menus and tutorials.

Product Availability

CyberLink Video & Photo Creative Collection is available today and can be purchased from the CyberLink online store. It is available in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean.

CyberLink Video and Photo Creative Collection

PowerDirector 10 plus PhotoDirector 2011:             UK £114.99

Roku Streaming Boxes Coming to the UK in 2012

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Roku Streaming Boxes Coming to the UK in 2012

Yesterday Roku announced that their streaming boxes would be coming to the UK in 2012.

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Here is the press release:

Roku Streaming Platform Now Open to Content Providers and Developers in UK and Canada

SARATOGA, Calif., Nov 17, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Roku, the leading streaming platform in the U.S. today announced plans for international expansion. Roku expects that consumers in the United Kingdom and Canada will be able to purchase Roku streaming players beginning in early 2012. Roku is expanding its open platform to support region-specific channels. Publishers of video, music, games and other Internet-delivered content can now reach their customers’ TVs directly through Roku. Content can be free, ad supported or paid. Those interested in developing for Roku should contact partners@roku.com.

Roku launched the first Netflix streaming player in 2008 and is now the leading streaming platform in the U.S. With more than 350 channels of content, Roku delivers the best collection of streaming entertainment available for the TV. Roku’s open streaming platform brings new content providers to the TV screen and expands the offerings of existing platforms such as channels found on traditional cable and satellite networks.

“This year has been one of many accomplishments for Roku in the U.S. In July, we introduced Roku 2 which brings casual games to the TV and last month we unveiled the $49.99 Roku LT. We’ve added casual games including Angry Birds and PAC-MAN as well as premiere channels including HBO GO,” said Roku Founder and CEO Anthony Wood. “And now we’re looking forward to kicking off 2012 by expanding to Europe and Canada and providing consumers abroad with the best in streaming entertainment — a natural evolution for Roku.”

To make Roku players available in Canada, Roku is working with Synnex Canada Limited, a subsidiary of SYNNEX Corporation SNX -0.47%.

So that will be another streaming box on the market here. What do you think about this announcement? Are you likely to buy one?

Kingston Digital Launches its Fastest USB Flash Drive – the DataTraveler HyperX 3.0

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Kingston Digital Launches its Fastest USB Flash Drive – the DataTraveler HyperX 3.0

Yesterday Kingston Digital launched the DataTraveler HyperX 3.0, their fastest ever USB Flash drive.

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  • DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 Allows for  High-speed Transfers
  • Stores up to 51,000 Images, 54 DVDs or 48,000 MP3s
  • Kingston HyperX Performance and Style in a Portable USB 3.0 Flash Drive

Sunbury-on-Thames, UK — November 17, 2011 — Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the Kingston DataTraveler® HyperX® 3.0. The DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is designed for enthusiasts, gamers, early adopters and high end consumers; it features the fastest speeds and largest capacities that Kingston has to offer in a USB Flash drive. Faster speeds and higher capacities enable users to quickly store their digital files and keep it with them at all times, in HyperX style.

Its high-speed eight-channel architecture provides USB 3.0 data transfer rates of up to 225MB/s read and 135MB/s write. Users can save time associated with opening, editing and copying large files and applications between devices. The fast write speeds also allow users to work on large files or applications directly from the USB 3.0 drive without performance lag.

“Enthusiasts have long known HyperX as the memory of choice for overclockers and power users who need the most performance from system memory,” said Krystian Jaroszynski, product marketing manager Flash, Kingston Technology. “The new DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash drive continues this tradition. With the fastest speeds and largest capacity, this storage device is the perfect solution for users who require high performance whilst carrying their digital library.”

The DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities. The 256GB capacity can store approximately 10 Blu-ray Discs™ (25GB each), 54 DVDs (4.7GB each), 48,640 MP3s (4MB each) or 13,473,684 Microsoft® Word files pages with various formatting and basic graphics.

With a durable and sleek design the DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 features a metal and rubberized casing with a reinforced key ring hole for daily use. It allows users to keep it with them at all times, as it can be easily attached to a key ring or lanyard.

DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is backed by a five-year warranty, 24/7 tech support and legendary Kingston reliability.

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 Features and Specifications:

  • Capacities: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
  • Speed:
    • USB 3.0: up to 225MB/s read and 135MB/s write
    • USB 2.0: up to 30 MB/s read/write
  • 8-Channel Architecture
  • Backwards Compatible: with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports
  • Solid/rugged design: durable metal and rubberized casing provides increased protection
  • ReadyBoost Support
  • Dimensions: 2.952″ x 0.916″ x 0.626″ (74.99mm x 23.29mm x 15.9mm)
  • Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
  • Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)
  • Simple: just plug into any USB port
  • Practical: durable casing with a solid lanyard loop
  • Warranty: 5 Years

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash Drive

Part Number

Capacity and Features

MSRP

DTHX30/64GB

64GB DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash Drive

£110.76

DTHX30/128GB

128GB DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash Drive

£199.44

DTHX30/256GB

256GB DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash Drive

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Below is a short video on the HyperX 3.0 drive:

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