IPad officially my favorite gadget
Having used the Ipad for over a month now I can officially say it is now my favorite gadget. Since I received a unit I have barely turned on a computer for browsing or email. Some applications worth downloading: Etrade for Ipad, Bloomberg, Thompson Reuters Market Board and News Pro, Ny Times Editor Edition, USA [...]
Learn MoreCheap entertainment with the Roku
If you are one of many who have upgraded to a new HDTV and want to get the most out of your new purchase you might want to check out the Roku. This cool little device for $99 lets you stream DVD quality movies over your internet connection using Netflix. Think of this little box as Video on Demand on steroids.
Roku Player
For $8.99 a month you can get a Netflix account that lets you get 1 DVD or Blu-Ray rental and Unlimited Streaming Movies that you can watch on your computer or your Netflix enabled device. It has a simple hookup and can connect to your wireless or wired network to connect in order to get a internet connection. ThisRoku will rock you.
Specifications
| Networking | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) with WEP, WPA, and WPA2 support 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45) |
|---|---|
| Video Outputs | Composite video S-Video Component video (Y/Pb/Pr) HDMI |
| Video Modes | 16:9 HD (720p) 16:9 anamorphic (480p) 4:3 standard (480i) |
| Audio Output | Stereo (L/R RCA) Digital Optical (Toslink) Digital over HDMI |
| Remote Control | NEC protocol, supported by various universal remotes |
| Power Input | 5V, 1.5A provided by included AC adapter |
| Power Consumption | 5 watts peak, 3 watts in standby |
| Size | 5 x 5 x 1.75 inches (130 x 130 x 41 mm) |
| Weight | 11 oz (300 grams) |
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