Mvix MX-780HD Wireless HD Media Center with 1080p HDMI

The latest, Mvix MX-780HD 1080p media center features a state-of-the-art digital playback solution that brings all the media content from the PC or the built-in HDD to the living room. It can stream via Ethernet or 802.11b/g WiFi all commonly used media formats such as MPEG-1/2/4, VOB, WMV 9, DivX and Xvid video files as well as MP3, WMA, AAC, Ogg, WAV and AC3 music files. Also it includes a bunch of connectivity, including HDMI, composite, component, S-Video, coaxial, optical and 5.1 RCA output.

The Mvix MX-780HD is available at ThinkGeek for $299.99.

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T+A MP 1250 R Audio D/A Converter and Network Player

T+A is launching the MP 1250, a high-quality audiophile D/A converter combined with a streaming client which provides the connection to all network sources (W-LAN, LAN, UPnP), iPOD and USB sources. Like the Music Player, the MP 1250 R can stream MP3, WMA, LPCM, WAV, FLAC, AAC and OGG-Vorbis music files from internet radio, network music servers (NAS), USB media storage devices and iPod. The D/A converter employs Burr-Brown chips with 0.001% THD and 109dB SNR.

Also the MP 1250 R can get an optional supplementary retro-fit circuit board containing an FM tuner and digital tuner will also become available as soon as the future formats are settled.

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Asus Essentio CS5110 Mini PC

The Essentio CS5110 from Asus is the world’s smallest Desktop PC equipped with a fully embedded discrete graphic card. This Mini PC measures 200x 290x 80mm, weighs 3.4kg and it seems to be a pretty interesting computer for home theater setup because of its gorgeous specifications. It features a laptop-sized MXM MN8600M GT 256M graphic card with 1080p HDMI output to play HD movies easily and smoothly, an Intel processor, 7.1-ch sound card output, Wifi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.0 connections, slim slot-in Blu-ray SuperMulti or DVD SuperMulti player, up to 4GB of RAM and up to 1TB HDD. However pricing and availability are missing from the press release.

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Linn Sneaky Music DS Network Music Player

The Sneaky Music DS is the latest addition to the DS line of digital stream player, the Sneaky Music DS is the first player from Linn to add a power amplifier inside which provides 2x 20W RMS of high-quality sound. Priced at £995 this one-box solution is compatible UPnP, support Internet radio and can stream throughout your house MP3/WMA/FLAC audio from any devices with an Ethernet interface such as a Network Attached Storage (NAS) or a computer.

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NuVo M3 Music Server Gets Upgraded to 500GB

NuVo will begin to ship in June 2008 its new M3 music server (NV-M3-500) with a storage capacity expanded to 500GB. This music server has the ability to stream standard compressed and non-compressed files in most formats including WMA with DRM support, MP3 and WAV across your network. The unit features a capacitive touch front panel interface with OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display, backup of audio files on a connected PC or on a portable player using USB connectivity, simultaneous output of three audio streams (RCA), and instant compatibility with downloaded and subscription-based music.

It will retail for about $3,000 while the 160 GB NV-M3 music server remains available for $2,300.

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D-Link DPG-1200 PC-on-TV Media Player now Shipping

D-Link, the networking solutions provider for consumer and business, began shipping a new kind of media player, D-Link PC-on-TV, which enables users to bring their content stored on computer hard drives to their television. PC-on-TV (DPG-1200) is ideally suited for streaming video, photos and music Wirelessly (Wifi 802.11g) from computer to TV. It supports photo viewing at 1024x768 screen resolution and streaming video at 640x480 resolution at up to 30 frames per second through composite, component or VGA video output.

This media streamer is now available from D-Link's distributors for $240.

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Mark Levinson No. 502 Media Console

The No. 502 from Mark Levinson will be the State-of-the-Art model from the company. This $30,000 (no it's not a mistake ) preamp/processor incorporates a LCD screen on its front panel to provide easy and fast configuration. Including an array of analog/digital interface along with six HDMI inputs and two outputs (1080P/24Hz), the No. 502 is ready for High-Definition content. The audio processor handles Dolby and DTS surround sound while the video processor can convert all of the inputs into a single output and scale them to the optimum resolution for driving the display device.

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Denon S-52 Wireless Network Music System with Built-in iPod Dock

The Denon S-52 wireless network music system delivers music from your computer throughout the home. WiFi certified, the S-52 offers the ability to stream MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC music either via Ethernet, or wirelessly, from internet radio sources and other network attached storage devices such as PC or Mac computers on the network.

It also features a USB port that allows users to connect USB mass storage devices such flash drives, MP3 players or USB hard drives. There is a clock with two alarms and auto adjust via internet, FM/AM radio, a slot-loading CD player, a built-in dock for iPod and a built-in HD radio tuner.

The S-52 is available at Amazon for $699.

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Naim HDX 400GB HDD Digital Music Streamer

Naim will launch this summer the HDX which combines the performance of a Naim audiophile CD player with the convenience of a good MP3 player. The HDX is a stand-alone Hard Disk player/CD player. It can be connected to any wired network, to play or stream digital music (WAV/MP3/AAC/FLAC/WMA) from shared drives on the network, and it can grab data and cover art from Internet.

Also the HDX has the ability to rip CDS at full WAV format 16-Bit 44.1kHz. The data is copied to one of the internal 400GB drives and every night that drive backs up automatically to the second internal 400GB drive.

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ZeeVee ZvBox Broadcasts any Internet TV or Computer Content to your HDTVs

The ZvBox from ZeeVee will be the first device that allows you to watch anything you can get online or on your computer from all your HDTVs. Simply connect the monitor output of your computer to ZvBox, then connect ZvBox to your home’s cable TV wiring. ZvBox takes the high resolution output of your computer, including Dolby Digital 5.1 sound, and creates a new HD channel that you can tune in alongside your other TV channels from any HDTV in the home.

ZvRemote, combined with a ZvReceiver that is attached to your computer, provides full control of your computer from anywhere in the house, including multimedia and cursor control. The optional ZvKeyboard, available August 2008, makes it even easier to compose email, surf the web, and type text for desktop applications.

Priced at $499.99 the ZvBox is available for pre-order at Amazon.

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Firmware Update allows Buffalo's LT-H90 to Stream Blu-ray Content

Announced a while back the Buffalo LT-H90WN and LT-H90LAN just got a new firmware which adds the compatibility with the Sony BDZ-X90 and BDZ-L70 Blu-Ray players/recorders. Now Buffalo's LinkTheater series is able to stream MPEG4-AVC and DR contents over your network.

Unfortunately, it seems that you can stream video only from recorded Blu-ray discs and not from purchased discs.

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iRiver UNIT 2 Multimedia Home Networking Device with Touch Screen

iRiver has recently unveiled the UNIT 2 an all-in-one solution for streaming your personal content such as music, movies and photos to your TV. There is no word on availability yet but the price should be comprised between $800 and $1,000.

The iRiver's UNIT 2 features a sleek, minimalist design that enhances any interior, it offers advanced multimedia functionalities which includes audio, video, pictures, CD player, DVD player, DivX player, FM Tuner, VoIP phone, VoIP Video Phone, SMS/MMS, Web Browsing and Web Mail.

A 7-inch color touch screen makes navigation easy and the built-in stereo speakers hidden behind black grills produce every nuance of your favorite music and video entertainment. Other features include WiFi capability, a remote control, a built-in mic and a 30GB hard drive along with 2GB of flash memory.

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Alienware new High-Definition Media Server

Alienware released a new High-Definition Media Server designed to match the Hanger18 Media PC with interesting options like a dual layer Blu-Ray burner, the support up to four CableCards (Windows Vista Ultimate required) and 4TB of hard disk drive storage in RAID 5.

The HD Media Server case is built in aluminium and can be rack mounted, hidden behind the front panel the hot-swappable hard disk drive bays can carry up to four HDDs. For the technical specifications, the HD Media Server uses Intel Core 2 Quad 45nm processors with Intel X38 chipset motherboard, a 7.1-ch. sound card and an ATI 2400 HD Graphics with DVI to HDMI Adapter and 1080p output. The Alienware's system comes equipped by default with Microsoft Windows Vista Premium.

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April Music Aura Note, the All-in-one Integrated Amplifier / Receiver

South Korean manufacturer April Music is introducing the Aura Note, an all-in-one system for high-fidelity music listeners that combines an high-end top-loading CD player, an FM/AM tuner and a MOSFET based stereo amplifier with 50W per channel @ 8-ohm (20Hz - 25KHz) into a one box solution.

The Aura Note is able to play MP3, WMA or OGG files from CDs, USB mass storage devices or directly from your computer. The April Music's solution is available from AV123.com for the price of $1,850.

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Harman/Kardon DVC 600 Blu-ray Player with Media Center Capability

Harman-Kardon unveiled previously its new DVC 300 and DVC 600 Blu-ray disc player at the IFA show in Berlin last year, now Harman announced the release of these two Blu-ray players during the IFA this September. Both models will include media center capability like HDD recording function with 1TB of storage capacity for the DVC 600 instead of 500GB for the DVC 300, twin built-in digital TV tuners can record up to eight channels of standard or high-definition TV programs simultaneously.

The DVC series also plays back DVDs and CDs, while DVD and Blu-ray disc writers are optional. The system can upscale video to 720p, and has a wide range of connections such as digital DVI and HDMI inputs/outputs, USB and audio sockets.

Final prices for both models should be around $1,000.

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Harman Kardon DMC 1000 Media Center with DVD Player and 250GB HDD

Harman Kardon recently introduced an upgraded version of its DMC 250 media center, the new DMC 1000 adds a 250GB internal hard drive and multiroom capability up to four music streams as well as video and digital images simultaneously to four different locations in your home. It also features a progressive-scan DVD Video/Audio player, front-panel USB jack and memory card slots (CF, Memory Stick, SD, MMC) and the DMC 1000 will even let you transfer your music for use in portable players, and card-equipped cars and cell phones to the HDD. The Harman Kardon's media center comes for about 2800€.

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Maingear released Axess HD Home Theater Computer

Maingear Computers, released their new line of Axess HD Home Theater media centers. Featuring the latest components like Blu-ray players, AMD Phenom Quad Core processors along with AMD ATI Radeon HD 3200 or HD 3450 graphic cards with 1080p output and full HD upscaling via an included Universal Video Decoder, the Axess HD media centers offer a stunning high definition experience. Also it provides 960 hours of HD recordings, 802.11n Wi-Fi , and a variety of premium input devices.

The computer hardware is housed in a sleek and low-profile enclosure design utilizing up to 10mm thick aluminum construction, acrylic trim, and an optional OLED front panel display.

This basic version of the Axess HD equipped with a Blu-ray disc player and Microsoft Windows Vista comes for $1,400.

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New Okoro OMS-ZX100 HTPCs Get Automotive Paints

Okoro launches new high-end media centers with Solid State Drive Technology (SSD). The ZX series utilizes a 3.0GHz quad-core Intel processor, high speed Solid State Drives (32GB) along with 1TB of hard drive disk for media storage, 3GB of RAM, NVIDIA GeForce 8600GT video card and a combo Blu-ray/HD DVD player. This series will also be the first HTPC available that allows customers to choose any automotive color they desire as a standard feature.

The OMS-ZX100 is the first model available in the ZX line and comes for $5,995 with a 1-year warranty.

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D-Link DSM-750 Media Extender with Wifi 802.11N Released

Announced last September the DSM-750 Media Extender from D-Link finally hits the shelves. Available at D-Link's store for $329.99 the DSM-750 can stream music, photos, and HD videos stored on a PC, NAS (Network Attached Storage) or a USB flash drive to your HTPC over a wireless Draft 802.11n or wired Ethernet network. It includes HDMI connectivity for resolution of up to 1080i, S-video, and composite output, there are also coaxial and optical digital audio output for delivering digital surround sound.

Also the DSM-750 is compatible with Vista Home Premium or Vista Ultimate as well as standard Windows Vista and XP computers through Microsoft’s Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Connect and other Universal Plug and Play (UpnP) media servers.

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Olive intros New MELODY 2 & OPUS 4 Digital Music Servers

Olive has introduced the MELODY N2 digital music server along with its OPUS N4 audio receiver. This system provides through Wifi or Ethernet connectivity the ability to stream up to 3,000 CDs in original CD quality anywhere in your house with Olive's MELODY N2, and in up to ten different rooms simultaneously. Both units come with a high-resolution color touchscreen and an innovative new interface to allow users to quickly and conveniently find the right music. The MELODY supports HD audio playback in 96kHz/24bit and features high-resolution D/A converters and a low-noise power supply. The OPUS receives ultra-quite hard drives cushioned in 8 layers of padding further enhance their astounding sound reproduction capabilities.

The OPUS N4 is available for pre-order immediately for $1,499 with a 320GB HDD or $1,799 with 1TB of storage. The MELODY N2 is also available for pre-order immediately for a price of $599.

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