Wednesday, March 10, 2010

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Video Players

More About Video Players

TiVo to Offer Boxes That Go Beyond the Recorder

In addition to its standard TV offerings, TiVo, the DVR pioneer, said it would offer an array of related offerings from Netflix, Blockbuster, YouTube and Amazon.

Viewing Facebook via Roku

Can you see other parts of Facebook besides just photos on the Roku video set-top box?

Updating a Blu-ray Player

Older Blu-ray players may lack things like Internet connectivity and the ability to handle certain interactive features included on some discs.

Cable Freedom Is a Click Away
Cable Freedom Is a Click Away

A computer, with software upgrades and a wireless keyboard and mouse, can replace cable service.

DVR, Once TV’s Mortal Foe, Helps Ratings

Once feared as commercial killers, the recorders now add significantly to program ratings and thus to ad revenue.

Children Watch More TV Than Ever

Children ages 2 to 5 spend 25 hours a week watching television, and seven additional hours playing video games and watching videos and DVR shows.

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Gift Guide Central
Gift Guide Central

Gadgetwise contributors pick their favorite products for this holiday season — and also the best alternatives for less.

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