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Xbox 360 Live Subscription Gold Card only $30
- Online multiplayer Gaming
- HD Movies and TV shows
- Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, Last.fm – Right from your TV
Product Description
Experience the best in gaming and entertainment with Xbox LIVE Gold. Raise the curtain on your own instant movie night with thousands of HD movies and TV episodes streamed instantly from Netflix. (Netflix membership sold separately). Invite friends all over the world to connect, cheer and play online multiplayer games. And as a Gold member, you’ll enjoy exclusive Deals of the Week that save you money and special sneak-peak game demos that give you early access to the newest and latest.
Samsung UN55B8000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV only $1825
- Ultra-slim 55-inch LED HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution and Auto Motion Plus 240Hz technology for the sharpest, smoothest picture possible
- LED technology enables a true-to-life range of picture brightness; uses 40 percent less energy than conventional LCD TVs
- Internet@TV online content service from Yahoo!, Flickr, YouTube via your broadband connection
- Inputs: 4 HDMI, 1 component, 2 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 PC, 1 optical digital audio output
- Includes detachable swivel table stand; measures 52 x 33.9 x 12.1 inches (WxHxD) with stand
Product Description
Picture performance, advanced connectivity, and an eco-friendly and stunning design come together to form Samsung LED TV 8000. For the image connoisseur, our highest 240Hz motion blur reduction technology, a 5,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio that displays incredibly deep blacks and pristine whites, and enriched color processing deliver outstanding video. Samsung LED TVs use 40% less power than conventional LCD TVs and are manufactured with the environment in mind. Internet@TV has web TV widgets from Yahoo, Flicker, Ebay and others to entertain, inform and connect you to specially designed web content right on your LED TV. This Ultra Slim 1.2″ depth set is the ideal complement for your room and your life.
Stream Photo, Video and Music to PS3 / Xbox 360 without PC
Do you have Xbox 360, PS3 or other DLNA devices?
Are you tired of streaming your music, photos and photos from your PC?
Well there is a better way to stream your media to Xbox 360 or PS3 instead of using PC. Buy a NAS based hard drives which supports UPnP AV / DLNA. You won’t need PC, will be more energy efficient and will have fewer headaches like to turn on PC etc. It will also help in backing up you data.
Following are the three least expensive NAS hard drives which have DLNA and UPnP AV server built in so you can directly stream from these hard drives without PC. Also all devices has iTunes server built in so you can use with Apple TV also. All devices have mixed reviews but I would say try yourself instead of relying too much on reviews. Since firmware changes regularly you never know if reviewer problem still exists. Also these devices require little bit technical knowledge so some people have hard time making these devices work and then right worst possible reviews.
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Western Digital My Book World Edition 1 TB Network Attached Storage WDH1NC10000N (White)
- Automatic and continuous backup for all the computers on your network
- Centralize all your family’s digital content
- Best-in-class performance cutting-edge technologies to deliver high performance read and write speeds ideal for the most demanding users.
- Built-in media server for streaming music, photos and movies to any DLNA certified multimedia device such as Playstation 3 and Xbox 360
- iTunes server support Centralize your music collection and stream to a Mac or Windows PC using iTunes software.
Product Description
Simplified set up and best-in-class performance make My Book World Edition Home Network Storage the easy choice for centralizing data and backing up your home computers. Connect the drive to your network router and you’re up and running in minutes. Use the included backup software to protect your family’s PCs with automatic and continuous backup plans. Store all your digital media in one central location so everyone in the family can have access to it. Compatible with both Mac and Windows files.
Review on Western Digital My Book World Edition 1 TB Network Attached Storage WDH1NC10000NAmazon.com Customer Reviews on Western Digital My Book World Edition
- Seagate BlackArmor 1 TB NAS 110 Centralized Network Attached Storage Server ST310005MNA10G-RK (Black)
- Designed to provide centralized storage and data backup for up to 10 PCs.
- Protect network connected PCs with incremental and full-system, automatic backup.
- Secure files with powerful hardware-based encryption.
- Functions as an FTP server, enabling remote file access.
- Stream media to DLNA compliant devices and computers running iTunes software.
Product Description
The BlackArmor NAS 110 server is a network attached storage solution designed to provide centralized storage, data backup and media streaming for up to 10 PCs. Help protect important data with automatic full-system backup, SafetyDrill+ bare metal recovery software and powerful hardware-based encryption. In addition to the included backup software, the web-based management interface and BlackArmor Discovery tool software are also straightforward to use. The BlackArmor Discovery tool software allows you to get up and running quickly by displaying all of the BlackArmor NAS products connected to your network. From the discovery tool, with a single click, you can view or map shared volumes to your computer, access the web-based user interface or back up the PC you are working from. The BlackArmor NAS 110 storage server can also be managed remotely with DDNS, which can be configured from the web-based management interface. The BlackArmor NAS 110 storage server can function as an FTP server, allowing remote access to files. Using the web based management interface, you can designate user access manually or integrate with Microsoft Active Directory. Moreover, the BlackArmor NAS 110 storage server can stream media files to DLNA compliant devices or computers running iTunes software, allowing you to centralize media and display content simultaneously on multiple devices.
Review on Seagate BlackArmor 1 TB NAS 110Amazon.com Customer Reviews on Seagate BlackArmor 1 TB NAS 110
- Iomega Home Media 1 TB Network Attached Storage 34337
- Iomega 34337 1TB Home Media Network Hard Drive; One Ethernet Cable; External Power Supply; Quick Install Guide
- 1000GB = 1TB Storage
- Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity
- Windows PC and Mac OS 10.3+ compatibility
- Simple to use Three step set-up – simply plug into your router, power on, and install the software CD.
Product Features
- Capacity: 1TB
- Simple to use: Three step set up – simply plug into your router, power on, and install the software CD. Friendly web screens for easy management
- High Performance: Gigabit Ethernet connectivity combined with a high performance processor
- UPnP AV Media Server: Compatible with DLNA certified media players, able to stream photos, audio content and videos to a variety of media devices like game consoles, audio bridges, DMA’s, picture frames and more
- iTunes Server: Store your audio content in one central location and share it across your iTunes players
- Expandable: Add storage capacity by connecting external USB hard disk drives. Supports FAT32 and NTFS formatted hard drives
- Data Protection: Touch-free professional-level backup for all your critical data with EMC Retrospect HD backup software
Review on Iomega Home Media 1 TB Network Attached StorageAmazon.com Customer Reviews on Iomega Home Media 1 TB Network Attached Storage
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If you already have hard drive you can buy following NAS enclosure.
- ZyXEL NSA210 Digital Media Storage Server
- Works as iTunes & Squeezebox server to share streaming music
- Built-in RSS client and server feature enables auto download and notification from remote websites
- Automatic Web/FTP/Torrent download without turning on the computer
- Complete Instant/ Schedule Backup Solutions protect your digital treasures
- DLNA 1.5-certified server compatible with a wide range of media devices
Product Description
ZyXEL’s NSA210 is the Ultimate Home Media Machine. Not only the 2 Terabytes capacity* lets consumers dump every photos, video clips they downloaded to the box; It also able to perform scheduled download set by the users when they are not home! Packed by rich features, the NSA210 can automatically upload pictures and videos to flickr and Youtube; It also automatically download media files via FTP, Web, Torrent and RSS feed from remote sites. To share the media files with friends and families, NSA210 can do scheduled copying of media files to other Zyxel NSA series products on the Internet remotely. It is the indeed the ultimate Digital Home Media machine.(*Hard drive NOT included)
- Netgear ReadyNAS Duo 2-Bay 1 TB (1 x 1 TB) Desktop Network Attached Storage RND2110
- Network attached storage device offers 1 TB of storage with GigaBit Ethernet for fast data transfer
- Stream music, photos and video to network media players without a computer
- Access files from anywhere via Internet connection; host your personal Web page to share with friends and family
- Support for extra hard drive, allowing X-RAID data protection
- Measures 4.0 x 5.6 x 8.7 inches (WxHxD); 5-year warranty
Product Description
RND2110 ReadyNAS Duo(1 x 1000GB) Network Attached Storage Device — Directly streams music, photos and video to existing network media players without a computer. Creates a personal webpage to easily share photos with friends and family. Insert optional “spare” hard drive for automatic file protection and back-up
Review on Netgear ReadyNAS Duo 2-Bay 1 TBAmazon.com Customer Reviews on Netgear ReadyNAS Duo 2-Bay 1 TB
- D-Link 2-Bay Network Attached Storage Enclosure DNS-321
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 4.1 x 7.7 x 5.1
- Ethernet compatible
Product Description
The D-Link 2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure (DNS-321) is the perfect way to store, share, and safeguard your documents, music, videos, and photos. With the D-Link tool-less installation, easily insert up to two SATA drives1 without any tools or attaching any cables. Additionally, the built-in UPnP AV media server enables streaming of digital content to compatible network media players (such as those found in the D-Link MediaLounge product line) as well as popular media player applications used in computers.
You can find out more such devices on http://www.dlna.org.Select Network Attached Storage option to list devices.
Connect Xbox 360 / PS3 / TiVo / Slingbox / Dish DVR / Directv DVR with Wireless N cheaply
Couple of years ago I wrote the same article. This is an update to the same article with wireless n.
To connect your Xbox 360, PS3, TiVo, Slingbox, Dish DVR, Directv DVR etc. with wireless N you need to buy a wireless N router which supports bridge option or a wireless N bridge with 4 ports. This way you will able to connect up to 4 devices with less than cost of one proprietary wireless adapter, e.g. just Xbox 360 wirelss N adapter alone cost $100. Also you can expand this option to allow more than 4 devices by connecting one port with a cheap LAN switch.
Don’t buy following bridge/adapter, these are expensive bridge and has only one port:
Bottom line stay away from the wireless n bridge which has only one port.
Right now the best available wirless n bridge is D-Link DAP1522 which is dual band also and allow up to 4 devices to connect. You can use as a access point also, meaning connect to a wired router and you have wireless n network.
D-Link DAP1522 Xtreme 4-Port GigaBit Selectable Dual Band Draft 802.11n N Duo Wireless Bridge/Access Point
- The Wireless Bridge feature of the DAP-1522 allows you to easily connect up to 4 Ethernet-enabled devices in your entertainment center to your wireless network
- Create a new wireless network using the Access Point feature by connecting the DAP-1522 to an existing wired network
- 5GHz is ideal for wirelessly streaming multiple HD videos across your network. It helps avoid interference by providing a clearer wireless band for HD signals than existing 2.4GHz products.
- Use the Xtreme N Duo Wireless Bridge / Access Point (DAP-1522) to connect up to 4 Ethernet-enabled
- Connect the DAP-1522 to an existing wired network and easily enable wireless connectivity in your home. Use your new wireless network to stream HD multimedia content, play multiplayer games, or make Internet phone calls (VoIP).
Product Description
The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Wireless Bridge/Access Point is designed for users looking to create a wireless network or to connect multiple wired devices to an existing wireless network. Xtreme N Duo is the latest addition to the award-winning Xtreme N product family. Duo means the DAP-1522 works with next generation dual band (2.4GHz or 5GHz)2 802.11n wireless devices as well as legacy 802.11g products.
Best Dish Network Deal t with DuoDVRTM ViP 722K
I wrote a blog couple of years ago about the Dish Network HD DVR Vip 722. Now Dish network lease DuoDVRTM ViP 722k, which is almost same as Vip 722. The only difference is you need to get optional Dual tuner OTA module for OTA programming, but then you can record up to 5 channels.
This is sill best free HD DVR available from Dish Network.
As always if you are a current Dish Network customer, call the customer service and ask for the upgrade. If they ask for the upgrade fee ask them to cancel service( only if you are out of contract), they will transfer you to cancellation/account retention department. Account retention department people have authority to do pretty much anything. Depends on your whining/bitching you may receive some additional free programming or credit also.
If you are a new customer;it’s better to switch to Dish Network. Dish Network has best deal in DVR and their plans are cheapest and have best International Prgramming. Cable also offer free DVR but it’s outdated. Tivo and Moxi are good but they are super expensive. You will receive:
- FREE HD/DVR Upgrade
- Plan starts from $19.99
- FREE cinemax for a year with auto pay
- Best International programming
- FREE Standard Professional Installation
- FREE Gift – $100 value
MP3 player, plane ticket, and more
Remember even if you don’t have HDTV and have plan to buy HDTV in few months pick HD DVR, because if you don’t get HD DVR now and once you become the customer you will have to pay for the upgrade.
How BLOCKBUSTER lost me
A few months back, I wrote an article about how good is the Blockbuster Total AccessTM compare to Netflix. I enjoyed unlimited DVDs exchange at Blockbuster store and rented Wii games with a Free Game rental coupon a month. But Blockbuster couldn’t make the money with that plan and they increased the price of membership, so I moved on to Netflix.
What has changed now ?
Well it used to cost $17.99 for Blockbuster Total AccessTM with unlimited exchange and now the same plan cost $34.99. On top there is no free Game/Movie rental coupon.
Blockbuster still has a plan for $19.99 but you are limited to 5 movies exchange only.
What good is about Netflix then?
Well Netflix plan cost $16.99, though no store exchange as they don’t have one, but Netflix is very fast in shipment. I rarely received any new movies from Blockbuster online queue. Blockbuster shipment got much better but still slow compare to Netflix.
And greatest things about Netflix is I can watch movies online instantly. Though Netflix don’t have very big selection yet for online watching is fun. Also if you are like me who order foreign movies too, Netflix has the best library.
Comcast Triple Play – Now get up to $375 Cash Back
Comcast is now offering upto $375 cash back with it’s Triple Play.
STARTER TRIPLE PLAY
- $275 Cash Back, exclusively from Broadband National
- $99/Month for 12 Months
- Free Wireless Router
- Free Multimedia Package from Real Networks
- Services include Comcast High-Speed Internet, Comcast Digital Voice & Comcast Digital Starter with ON DEMAND.
PREFERRED PLUS TRIPLE PLAY
- $300 Cash Back, Exclusively from Broadband National
- $129.99/Month for 12 Months
- Free Wireless Router
- Free Multimedia Package from Real Networks
- Services include Comcast High-Speed Internet, Comcast Digital Voice & Comcast Digital Preferred Plus Package with ON DEMAND.
PREMIER TRIPLE PLAY
- $325 Cash Back, Exclusively from Broadband National
- $159.99/Month for 12 Months
- Free Wireless Router
- Free Multimedia Package from Real Networks
- Services include Comcast High Speed Internet, Comcast Digital Voice & Comcast Digital Premier with ON DEMAND.
Best Buy $3.99 DVDs sale
Now, expanding your movie collection is easy and affordable. Simply pick your favorites from more than 30 hit titles shown below, including Academy Award-winning Crash and Sundance Film Festival award-winning Pi.
Great deal to own the DVD.
Dish Network Feature Pack HD DVR ViP 722 with Unlimited Storage Free
Dish network has released its new ViP 722 HD DVR with most coveted feature; support for external hard drive. All the features are available in the previous ViP 622 HD DVR also now. ViP 622 was upgraded automatically in nightly software update. ViP 622 and ViP 722 are pretty much same except recording time. I have ViP 622 HD DVR. You can now archive and playback from the external hard drive and have virtually unlimited recording space. You will be allowed to shared the drive between receivers in later release.
This is the best free HD DVR available in the market now. Cable operators do offer free HD DVRs but are piece of junk. I have tried Motorola 6412 box from Comcast. DIRECTV has decent HD DVR but it’s not free. DIRECTV charges $200 for their HD DVR and you don’t own the equipment. Feature wise also it lacks from the Dish HD DVR. TiVo is the best but only if you can afford it, and if you want DIRECTV or Dish (like me) you are out of luck (HD TiVo only supports cable customers). I tried TiVo series 2 and everything was great except one problem, I had to program remote to skip commercial by using some hack code from the Internet. I am not sure about the new HD TiVo.
Unique features I like about ViP 722/ViP 622:
- ViP 622 records: 30 hours of HD programming or 200 hours of standard-definition and ViP 722 record: 55 hours of HD programming or 350 hours of standard-definition
- Able to record 3 HD/SD programs simultaneously. Two from inbuilt satellite tuner and one from Integrated off-air tuner (requires antenna). Believe me some time you may need to record three programming simultaneously
- External Hard Drive Support (require one time $39 activation fee per household)
- SD up converted to 720P/1080i
- IP Call Back Support. Will not require to connect the telephone line
- Simultaneously outputs; HDMI, HD Component, S-VHS and Component video
How do you get the new ViP 722 HD DVR?
If you are a current Dish Network customer, call the customer service and ask for the upgrade. If they ask for the upgrade fee ask them to cancel service( only if you are out of contract), they will transfer you to cancellation/account retention department. Account retention department people have authority to do pretty much anything. Depends on your whining/bitching you may receive some additional free programming or credit also.
If you are a new customer, you will receive:
- FREE HD/DVR Upgrade
- FREE DishHD for 6 months
- FREE HBO And cinemax for 3 months
- FREE Standard Professional Installation
- FREE Home Protection Plan
- FREE iPod Shuffle/FREE 7″ Portable DVD Player/FREE DVD Home Theater System
- LIFETIME Equipment Warranty
UPDATE: See Latest Detail about ViP 722k
Even if you don’t have HDTV and have plan to buy HDTV in few months pick HD DVR, because if you don’t get HD DVR now and once you become the customer you will have to pay for the upgrade.