Monthly Archives: October 2008

TiVo Reassures Users About The Digital Transition

Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 by MegaZone

Back in July TiVo emailed Series2 users who were using antenna input to give them info about the digital television transition coming in February 2009 and what they could to to continue receiving their signal. Basically add one of the … Continue reading →

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They’ll Be Using A Laser For That

Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 by MegaZone

Done with DLP? LCD so last year? Plasma passe? How about frickin’ lasers! That’s right. Mitsubishi’s first LaserVue HDTV is now available. And that’s not just a cute brand name, it really does use lasers. The 65″ HDTV uses laser … Continue reading →

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The End Of An Era – JVC Stops Standalone VCR Production

Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 by MegaZone

JVC, one of the creators of the VHS format and one of the earliest producers of VCRs, has announced they will cease production of standalone VCRs. Sales will end when existing stocks are depleted. However, they will continue to manufacture … Continue reading →

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Wal*Mart To Sell T-Mobile G1 Android Phone – Cheap!

Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 by MegaZone

Wal*Mart Wednesday will begin selling the T-Mobile G1 smartphone, powered by Google’s Android platform, for only $148.88 with a 2-year contract. That’s less than the $179.99 available directly from T-Mobile with the same commitment. The phones will go on sale … Continue reading →

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Jaman Helps You Pick Movies For Your TiVo

Posted on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 by MegaZone

A rep from Jaman.com contacted me today to bring my attention to a new widget they’ve launched to complement their recently launched TiVo downloads. The Cinema Slots widget is perfect for the indecisive who want to watch something, but just … Continue reading →

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