(1) (Industry Remarketer) Same as VAR or VAD.
(2) See infrared, IR detector and IrDA.
(2) See infrared, IR detector and IrDA.
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- IR2BTci
- While the Sony PlayStation 3 is one of the best values for high-def movie buffs, it's always been somewhat of a pain to integrate in a standard home theater because it lacks an IR receptor. That means popular universal remotes, such a Logitech Harmony, can't control the PS3 and you're...
- Product reviews 2008-11-03
- Schmartz PS3IR-PRO
- While the Sony PlayStation 3 is one of the best values for high-def movie buffs, it's always been somewhat of a pain to integrate in a standard home theater because it lacks an IR receptor. That means popular universal remotes, such a Logitech Harmony, can't control the PS3 and you're...
- Product reviews 2008-11-03
- ps3toothfairy
- While the Sony PlayStation 3 is one of the best values for high-def movie buffs, it's always been somewhat of a pain to integrate in a standard home theater because it lacks an IR receptor. That means popular universal remotes, such a Logitech Harmony, can't control the PS3 and you're...
- Product reviews 2008-11-03
- Classroom 2.0 and the joys of Ning
- Classroom 2.0 and the joys of NingOk, but what about locally hosted options?The concern I would have here is irresponsible content posting. Along the lines of externally hosted IM. Lots of potential for abuse. Is there anything like this that can be hosted internally?
- Discussion threads 2008-11-02
- JBL On Stage IIIP
- Though they are portable devices, the iPod and the iPhone can make a wonderful source for headphone-free music when connected to a speaker. If you have a player full of great music and personalized playlists, you might as well play it out loud every once in a while. Unfortunately, several...
- Product reviews 2008-10-08
- Iomega ScreenPlay TV Link - digital AV player
- There's little doubt that TV is moving more toward an on-demand model powered by content that's pulled from the Internet rather than traditional broadcast sources. But products that pull in video from networked PCs and various online sources--everything from the Roku Netflix Player to Apple TV to the Xbox 360--still...
- Product reviews 2008-10-06
- Intelliremote (zip)
- Intelliremote is a software program that gives you complete remote control of your Home Theater PC infrared, or radio frequency remote and unlocks its true potential. HTPC makers have an excellent idea bundling an IR or RF remote control with their product...it's just too bad the software included doesn't do...
- Software downloads 2008-10-06
- Microsoft Wireless Media Desktop 1000
- Microsoft's entry-level Wireless Media Desktop 1000 offers an affordable mouse-and-keyboard set for PC owners. At $50, it's less expensive than Logitech's $60 Cordless Desktop S520. We found few surprises with either desktop set, although Microsoft's design is not quite as thoughtful as its competition's. We prefer the Logitech set for...
- Product reviews 2008-09-22
- How I dumped my DVR for a terabyte TiVo
- Recently my house was struck by lightning and one of my TiVo boxes got zapped among other things. I had decided to try replacing it with a generic DVR from Time Warner Cable. Boy, was that a mistake. I wanted to like the Time Warner...
- Blog posts 2008-09-18
- The coolest bits of classroom tech I've ever seen
- The coolest bits of classroom tech I've ever seenThese are nifty.Just don't forget to add in the cost of buying and labor to replace batteries.ClickersI don't know about Turning's system, but the one we have (Interwrite PRS, eInstruction) has software which will allow you to collect answers for "impromptu" questions,...
- Discussion threads 2008-09-11
- NetRemote (exe)
- NetRemote from Promixis is the ultimate in 2 way remote control using your pocket PC or any Windows computer. Unleash your digital media library and control your computer and home automation systems wirelessly. Using NetRemote and your WiFi enabled pocket PC or any networked Windows computer, you will have full...
- Software downloads 2008-09-10
- Monster power strips have monster price tags
- The makers of famously overpriced audiophile cables the wallet still pains at the sight of one, Monster has ventured into the power strip arena, and it's keeping the family reputation alive. First, the Digital Life Power Center Green Power lineup is intended for connecting your computer gear....
- Blog posts 2008-09-03
- Remote Control for Pentax (CAB)
- Remote Control for Pentax allows you to use your Pocket PC, Windows Mobile or Windows CE device to shoot pictures with your Pentax DSLR. Provides you with Bulb, continuous, and Instant mode. You just need to have a device with IR. This program is works with any Pentax camera compatible...
- Software downloads 2008-08-26
- Coordinated Russia vs Georgia cyber attack in progress
- In the wake of the Russian-Georgian conflict, a week worth of speculations around Russian Internet forums have finally materialized into a coordinated cyber attack against Georgia's Internet infrastructure. The attacks have already managed to compromise several government web sites, with continuing DDoS attacks against numerous other Georgian government sites, prompting...
- Blog posts 2008-08-11
- Gmail is down
- Gmail is downOh go on, you are overreacting KiddingntRE: Gmail down from a tech support point of viewI couldn't send an unimportant Email for a while. The outage didn't bother me so much, but I'm so glad that I wasn't at work Monday.I work for Sprint and we would have...
- Discussion threads 2008-08-11
- Toshiba D-R410 - DVD recorder
- DVD-recorders have lost most of their relevance. Between DVRs and online video services like Hulu, couch potatoes can already record their favorite shows, and archiving seems less and less attractive now that everything is released on DVD or available online. Still, DVD-recorders do have their place, as many bristle at...
- Product reviews 2008-08-08
- Ear Force X4
- Wireless headphones have been around for a while, but it's only been in the past few years that quality has gotten high enough for discerning listeners to consider using them. Many manufacturers, for instance, have turned to infrared IR technology for wireless signal transmission, which generally offers better sound quality...
- Product reviews 2008-08-08
- Sony XPLOD CDX-GT920U-- in-dash car stereo
- Easy on the eyes, the Sony Xplod CDX-GT920U sits close to the top of Sony's line of single DIN head units. The GT920U proves to be much more than just a pretty face, as it's packed with input options, including a rear USB input and a menu system that makes...
- Product reviews 2008-08-07
- Mitsubishi WD-65735
- Today the landscape in the big-screen rear-projection HDTV category is pretty stark. Sony, Panasonic, Hitachi, and others have all exited this product segment, which leaves only Mitsubishi and Samsung to slug it out for the dollars of buyers who want a huge screen on a budget. Mitsubishi's WD-65735 is one...
- Product reviews 2008-07-31
- Can light drive a motor?
- Can light drive a motor?.....Now that is some cool tech! And look who developed it! Wasn't the "all powerful" Americans, that's for sure. It's innovations like this that will drive the world into the future. Nice to see someone is at least making progress. ]:)What progress?We've been able to turn...
- Discussion threads 2008-07-29
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