Monday, December 08, 2008

How would you change the Slingbox Pro HD?

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/05/how-would-you-change-the-slingbox-pro-hd/


Sling Media's Slingbox Pro HD arrived with lofty expectations, and while the box handled its core tasks reasonably well, we found it to have some issues on the software side. The good news there is that software is modifiable, which means Sling could definitely improve matters in the near future. To that end, we're interested to see how you'd change the high-def-capable placeshifter. Any bugs you want knocked out? Any particular hardware traits you aren't fond of? Is it simply too difficult for your mother-in-law to get working? Sound off below! You never know -- someone important may be listening.

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How would you change the Slingbox Pro HD? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Posted by Augustine at 9:25 AM

Engadget reader meetup / holiday party in NYC, December 19th!

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/05/engadget-reader-meetup-holiday-party-in-nyc-december-19th/


This is the one you've been waiting for, Engadget fans. We've decided to end the year on a high note with a big reader meetup and holiday bash for our faithful readers! On December 19th, we're blowing it out at the completely amazing Hiro Ballroom in Manhattan. We'll have a big selection of gear and giveaways on hand, including products (both to play with and to win) from: Nokia, Microsoft, T-Mobile, Voodoo, SanDisk, Peek, Sling, Rhapsody, and more! And believe us, there really is more to come. Here are a few details:
  • We're giving away tens of thousands of dollars in gear! Including...
  • SanDisk 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB microSD cards for the first 200 people through the door!
  • Free food, and free drink tickets for the first 500 people, totally awesome music all night
  • Live Q&A session with Engadget editors
  • The event is 18 TO ENTER / 21 TO DRINK, and ADMISSION IS FREE. Sorry younger readers, but we'll do a follow-up all ages event soon!
When: Friday, December 19th, 7:00PM to 12:00AM

We're still working out details as well as adding to our roster of giveaways and companies which will be in attendance, so expect updates as we move towards the event. If you're planning on coming, shout it out in the comments!

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Engadget reader meetup / holiday party in NYC, December 19th! originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Dec 2008 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Posted by Augustine at 9:25 AM

SIM / hardware-unlocked Android Dev Phone 1 surfaces for $399

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/05/sim-hardware-unlocked-android-dev-phone-1-surfaces-for-399/


Oh, snap! Out of seemingly nowhere, Google has revealed the Android Dev Phone 1, a SIM- and hardware-unlocked G1 designed to be sold exclusively to hard working developers. The handset ships with a system image that's fully compatible with Android 1.0, and obviously, it complies with any SIM card and can "flash custom Android builds that will work with the unlocked bootloader." In other words, the mobile should seriously appeal to devs who live far, far away from areas blanketed with T-Mobile coverage. In order to get one, you must first register as an Android developer on the Android Market site (which involves a one-time $25 setup fee); once you're in, you simply surf over and nail the "Purchase" link. For $399 (including free shipping in the US of A), this swanky G1 -- custom back and all -- can be yours, and it's scheduled to ship in 18 international markets soon. Would it be too much to yell "snap!" again?

[Thanks, Ryan]

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SIM / hardware-unlocked Android Dev Phone 1 surfaces for $399 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Dec 2008 23:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Posted by Augustine at 9:24 AM

Sharp introduces PG-F255W 720p DLP projector for under $1,000

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/06/sharp-introduces-pg-f255w-720p-dlp-projector-for-under-1-000/

Nah, it's no 1080p, but if 720p will do ya, Sharp's got a new one you should consider. The PG-F255W DLP beamer packs a WXGA resolution (1,280 x 800), BrilliantColor technology, 2,500 ANSI lumens, a 2,200:1 contrast ratio, DVI / VGA inputs, integrated speakers, RS-232C / USB sockets, Ethernet and a variable audio line-out. The PJ is geared for more commercial applications (think education, churches, board rooms, etc.), but we don't see any reason why it won't handle your home cinema needs just fine. It's available this month for "under $1,000," which probably means $999.99 plus applicable sales tax.

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Sharp introduces PG-F255W 720p DLP projector for under $1,000 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 06 Dec 2008 01:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Posted by Augustine at 9:24 AM

Acer ships 22-inch B223 DisplayLink USB monitor in Europe

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/12/06/acer-ships-22-inch-b223-displaylink-usb-monitor-in-europe/


The whole DisplayLink thing still hasn't completely caught fire or anything, but it's getting there -- slowly, but surely. Now, Acer has a new USB-connected monitor that's shipping in Europe, the 22-inch B223. The unit is part of the outfit's B series of monitors and features a decidedly ho hum 1,680 x 1,050 resolution, a DL-160 network display chip that enables up to six of these to be connected to a single PC and a 5-millisecond response time. You should definitely expect a premium when getting all this USB-y functionality, but €339 ($430) just seems, how do you say... outrageous?

[Via Electronista]

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Posted by Augustine at 9:23 AM

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