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Mon, Nov 5 2007 0:24

Okoro Media Systems Unveils Entry Level CableCARD Systems

Okoro Media Systems, manufacturer of Digital Entertainment Systems for the high end audio video market, is pleased to announce the availability of the CX series of media center PCs. The CX series are entry level Digital Entertainment Systems built with...
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Tue, Oct 23 2007 7:38

Update: Dell Launches XPS 420 to Replace XPS 410

Dell just updated their website to include the new XPS 420 in-place of the XPS 410. So far, it is hard to say it CableCARD is even offered, as the “Ultimate Entertainment” package can’t be configured on their website. I imagine this will change in the...
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Thu, Oct 11 2007 16:20

More CableCARD Shake-ups at HP and Dell

Even though HP stuck with the m8100y longer then the m8010y , it doesn’t mean they don’t feel the need to upgrade the line yet again. This time it gets the m9000t label , and that appears to be all that is different. A low-end model will run you around...
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Fri, Sep 21 2007 20:33

Short Bits: Inteset, Life|ware, Plug-ins

Looks like Inteset is jumping on the four CableCARD bandwagon with their latest Denzel server and Maximus. Yet again, Microsoft wants to make sure everyone knows that “The setup experience really benefits from professional installation.” Exceptional Innovation...
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Tue, Sep 11 2007 17:38

Microsoft Rejuvenates Media Center at CEDIA

It is no secret that I don’t agree with all the choices Microsoft makes with regards to Media Center, however I still believe that it is a fantastic product. Microsoft doesn’t seem to see the potential that it has though. Despite this and with a few exceptions...
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Fri, Sep 7 2007 21:04

Short Bits: Friday, September 7, 2007

Other than initially getting Niveus Media’s new Extender not uploaded with the rest of their pictures, Engadget has covered the Media Center aspect of CEDIA very nicely. Here are some of the more Media Center specific posts they have had. Booth Tour:...
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Thu, Sep 6 2007 22:32

Short Bits: Thursday, September 6, 2007

Still a ton of news coming out of CEDIA today. As I’ve talked about in the past and posted today , Alienware is bringing CableCARD to their Media Center offerings. The new HD Media Server has four terabytes of hot-swappable hard drive storage, supports...
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Thu, Sep 6 2007 15:46

Niveus Media at CEDIA | Extenders, CableCARD, Upgrades

Niveus Media Gets Hard Core In Whole-Home Entertainment Niveus Media, the leaders in high-end digital entertainment solutions for the connected home, introduces the 2008 line of Media Server products. As consumers and installers continue to embrace Niveus...
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Thu, Sep 6 2007 12:12

Alienware Unveils Breakthrough High Definition Media Server at CEDIA EXPO 2007

Alienware's Cutting-Edge New HD Media Server Showcased at Life|ware Booth Along with the Hangar18: HD Entertainment Center, Now with Blu-ray Disc Triggering the latest evolution in digital entertainment, Alienware® - the leading manufacturer of high...
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Wed, Sep 5 2007 21:38

Short Bits: Wednesday, September 5, 2007

Today was a big day, lots of stuff going on and lots of stuff I didn’t get to talk about. First off, as you should of seen in Microsoft’s CEDIA press release , WebGuide is now a free application for all to enjoy. In addition, Doug Berrett is now a Microsoft...
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Wed, Sep 5 2007 12:11

Microsoft Directly Engages Custom Installers at CEDIA EXPO 2007

As support for Windows Media Center continues to grow, Microsoft announces new hardware alliances, new software capabilities and the Ultimate Install Contest. DENVER — Sept. 5, 2007 — Microsoft Corp. is exhibiting at CEDIA EXPO 2007 to build direct relationships...
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Thu, Aug 30 2007 7:59

S1Digital Now Shipping CableCARD Enabled Media Centers

NEW YORK, Aug. 30-- S1Digital is pleased to announce the immediate availability of Digital Cable Tuners with their Media Center solutions, enabling customers to watch and record premium high-definition TV (HDTV) via CableCARD, without the need for a cable...
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Wed, Aug 29 2007 8:12

Inteset Announces CableCARD Availability

Hanover MA, August 28, 2007, Inteset, LLC has announced the availability of CableCARD in its server systems. Inteset now provides an option for up to two (2) internal OCUR tuners that support CableCARD in its Denzel and Maximus servers. The Inteset CableCARD...
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Wed, Aug 29 2007 7:46

Short Bits: Vaio LT, Album Art, HD DVD, Plug-ins

In October, Sony will start selling their Vaio LT HD PC/TV . It’s an all-in-one PC 22-inch LCD TV with a PC built-in. There will be a standard and an HD model that includes Blu-ray and CableCARD, I’m assuming only a single tuner though. Cool idea, but...
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Sun, Aug 26 2007 10:38

HP Offers Sub-$1000 CableCARD PCs

If you are in the market for a single tuner CableCARD PC, HP has a deal for you on the m8100y that I told you about a few weeks ago . According to poster at AVS Forum there is a $400 coupon code that works on the m8100y. This means you can get a CableCARD...
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Tue, Aug 21 2007 8:06

Okoro Media Systems Now Shipping CableCARD Systems

Okoro Media Systems, manufacturer of digital entertainment systems for the high end audio video market, is pleased to announce the availability of CableCARD tuners in our high end Digital Entertainment Systems. Okoro Media Systems will be one of the few...
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Sun, Aug 19 2007 11:02

Dell Launches XPS 410 with CableCARD

I was out of town when Dell launched their first CableCARD PC , so here is a bit of catch-up on Dell’s first entry into the market. The XPS 410 was chosen as expected, and unlike HP and Sony they actually offer single or dual CableCARD tuners. Even better...
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Fri, Aug 17 2007 12:56

Alienware Preparing CableCARD Support for Hanger 18

A few months ago I told you that Alienware had plans to add CableCARD to their Hanger 18 offering, which was pretty dull without the option . Today, CE Pro confirms this but with a twist . Alienware will only be offering CableCARD through custom installs...
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Fri, Aug 17 2007 9:21

S1Digital Becomes Microsoft OEM; Shipping CableCARD Soon

S1Digital has officially signed all the right papers to become a Microsoft Direct OEM this week. What this means is that S1Digital can now skip the third parties and manufacturer CableCARD PCs themselves. Congrats to S1Digital, this is a bigger deal then...
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Wed, Aug 8 2007 11:24

Dell Finally Ships CableCARD PCs

I just got an e-mail that Dell has Digital Cable Tuners now on the XPS 410. Check them out , I’ll have more coverage at a later date as I’m currently out of town.
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