Oct 30

Media Manager for Mac enables iPhone / iTunes media streaming to FiOS TV DVR (video)

Posted in: Apple, dvr, iPhone, itunes, Mac, os x, OsX, Software, stream, streaming, Today's Chili

We’re hearing that the PC version of this here software still beats out the Mac counterpart, but equality is slowly but surely becoming a reality. The main new feature over on the OS X side, however, is a good one: the ability to stream iPhone and iTunes media directly to your TV via your FiOS TV DVR. Fire up an iTunes playlist and watch the fun roll by on your home TV, and there’s even support for photo slideshows and the like. It’s available to download right now from the read link, and those still skeptical can catch a demonstration vid just past the break.

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Media Manager for Mac enables iPhone / iTunes media streaming to FiOS TV DVR (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 29

Cisco FlipShareTV streamer outed in FCC documents

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Flip Video remote, meet your family. One of Cisco‘s latest FCC filings happened to keep its user manual outside the seal of confidentiality, giving us a pretty good look at FlipShareTV, a setup for streaming recorded video from the computer’s FlipShare software, out the USB dongle transmitted wirelessly to the receiver connected to the TV… and that’s about it. Nothing too thrilling here, and there’s no indication of price or release date. More pictures below — any Flip enthusiasts actually excited by this?

Gallery: Cisco FlipShareTV

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Cisco FlipShareTV streamer outed in FCC documents originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 28

Netflix streaming purportedly hitting Nintendo’s Wii next

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Mmhmm. We see precisely where this is going. First came Microsoft’s Xbox 360, then came the PlayStation 3. Now, the beast that is Netflix‘s “Watch Instantly” is coming to Nintendo’s Wii… or that’s the scuttlebutt, anyway. According to StreamingMedia, an undisclosed source close to the project has confirmed that the Big N is currently testing Netflix streaming on the Wii, and that it’ll be rolled out to the public “very soon.” Our initial reaction is to think that “very soon” will translate into “before the holidays,” though we all know that only time will tell. But hey, when you’ve been waiting for this to happen since March, patience comes naturally.

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Oct 24

Netflix hints at Watch Instantly integration on ‘already-popular device’

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Microsoft’s Xbox 360 may call itself the only console to stream Netflix, but all that could be changing — and soon. As Netflix continues to pull in new subscribers (and cash flow) like it’s no big deal, the company is apparently looking to spread its wings even further by integrating its wildly popular Watch Instantly feature into “a device already owned by a large number of consumers.” Naturally, the most fitting candidates for that would be Sony’s PlayStation 3 or Nintendo’s Wii, though the company has yet to come forward with anything concrete. Just so know you, Netflix credits the Xbox 360’s streaming integration as the main reason some 2.4 million customers have signed up since late 2008, so it’s more than apparent that it loves the game console. Any bets for when this will go down, or are you just plugging your ears in order to avoid potential disappointment?

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Oct 22

Ask Engadget: a device to stream audio from one device to multiple sources?

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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget question is coming to us from Chris, who just needs a few more streams to make his life complete.

“I am looking for a device that will stream sound from one source to several recipients. For example, I want to stream sound from my TV or stereo to my phone or MP3 player that has radio and Bluetooth capabilities. I have been told that a Bluetooth device can only stream music to one device. I have looked into radio transmitters and they seem like a decent choice, but I can’t find one that uses external power (USB or from the plug) and I would want one with a transmit range of around 50 meters. Thanks!”

We can’t say for certain, but we’re guessing Chris isn’t along here. Any hardcore streamers out there figured out an optimal solution to get one source to multiple devices? Do tell in comments below.

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Oct 22

Netgear’s EVA2000 Digital Entertainer Live gets reviewed: decent, but lacking

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Netgear’s EVA2000 Digital Entertainer Live came packin’ a lot of promise for just $150, but according to a critique over at TrustedReviews, those into a thing dubbed “high-definition” may want to keep on saving and pass over this one. You see, the only 720p content it’s capable of playing back is MPEG-2; other than that, you’re stuck watching SD material or upscaled-to-720p SD material. To the box’s credit, it did manage to play back content satisfactorily, and the built-in PlayOn software was indeed a boon to the device’s overall utility. In the world of media streamers, though, you’ve got oodles of options, and it seems as if one from WD or ASUS just might be a better overall value. Tap the read link to decide for yourself.

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Oct 19

ASUS working up BR-HD3 wireless HDMI streamer

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ASUS has been toying around with wireless transmissions to displays for a hot minute now, and it sure looks as if the outfit is fixing to pick up where the Belkin FlyWire left off by introducing the BR-HD3. Currently in testing, the wireless HDMI streamer is said to pass along 1080p content “with no lag,” though there’s currently no official range to speak of. The real kicker, however, is the price. The aforesaid FlyWire — which worked amazingly in the trade show demos that we saw — was priced at $1,499, which is obviously far too much for most consumers. This box? £399 ($654), and it could be out as early as next month. Unfortunately, the device only supports a single HDMI input (so you can forget about connecting your Blu-ray player and Xbox 360 at the same time), but ASUS is planning to introduce a three-port version in June 2010 as well as a niche spinoff in Q1 that’ll wirelessly stream one source to three HDTVs.

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Oct 18

Patriot’s $130 Box Office 1080p media player streams on the cheap

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Eying a Popcorn Hour device, are you? We know Patriot isn’t exactly the first name you think of when pondering your next media streamer, but the $129.99 price tag affixed to the black box shown above definitely piqued our interest. Like most of its rivals, this one features a 2.5-inch HDD slot (though you’ll need to bring your own drive, obviously), a trio of USB sockets, 10/100 Ethernet for content streaming, UPnP support, a rather decent file support list and a bundled remote. There’s also an optional USB WiFi adapter for those not keen on running 80 feet of Ethernet cabling through their den, and while the GUI won’t revolutionize your life, it certainly ain’t bad given the low barrier to entry. Too bad it’s still stuck in that painful-to-watch “pre-order” stage, huh?

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Oct 15

CEIVA Pro 80 digiframe accepts new images from MMS, networked PCs

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Timely, no? Exactly a year to the day after the CEIVAlife and CEIVAshare went on sale, the creator of those has decided to out its first digiframe since, and we’ve got to say — the Pro 80 is a refreshing change of pace in the drab digital photo frame world. Aside from accepting images via the traditional means (USB, memory cards and telepathy), this one can also take in new pixels via a cameraphone or computer… wirelessly! The built-in WiFi module enables networked PCs to pass along slideshows, while PicturePlan customers ($6.95 per month) can send photos in from their mobiles. In case that’s not nearly enough to excite you, there’s also free CEIVA Channels (ABC News, ESPN, etc.) to keep you occupied. She’s all yours for $179.99, or $147.99 if you snag it this holiday season.

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Oct 01

Ask Engadget: Best wireless PMP for audio streaming?

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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget question is coming to us from Magnus, who really, really wants Apple to make an iPod with integrated WiFi streaming. Or something.

“For a very long time I have been searching for a portable device where I can store all of my CDs in MP3 format and then stream the songs wirelessly to my HiFi system. The portable device must I’ve tried FM transmitters, they all suck. I don’t want a docking station. Any help? Thanks!” have a display so that I easily can scroll through the playlists (I don’t want to use a TV or monitor). I suppose that there must also be a second device that is connected to the HiFi system that would receive the wireless streams from the portable device.

Our first thought is to get a Bluetooth-enabled PMP and a BT-equipped stereo. Of course, our first thought could be awful. For any of you with experience in this field, why not throw this fellow a bone in comments below? He’ll be eternally grateful, we’re sure.

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