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Xbox Netflix update lets you watch with friends
SV Staff  |  Aug 15, 2009
A few days ago, I mentioned the new Xbox 360 update that includes some new Netflix features, such as browsing the service's streamable library directly from the Xbox. I've had some time to play around with it, and I've grown to appreciate another...
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EnergyStar lags behind other energy standards
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
According to a recent Popular Mechanics article, EnergyStar standards are lagging behind their foreign counterparts in purpose. It notes that other standards tend to be more detailed, like the European Union's labels, which provide more information...
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HD Deals: LG BD 370 Network Blu-ray Player
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
If you're in the market for a new Blu-ray player, why not check out this LG BD 370 Network Blu-ray Player for $218.03 (normally $279.99). More great HD and gadget deals* after the jump. Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker...
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New Ferrari loudspeakers rolling out
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
The David Warner Collection (the David Warner that makes high-end home audio products, not the David Warner who plays evil villains in cartoons) has announced its newest piece, the Ferrari-branded Ferrari Art.Engine. The Ferrari Art.Engine is a...
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This is the wrong way to install a TV
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
Custom home theater installers have to be incredibly creative to make everything in a system look and work just right. But, while we have to give this installation credit for creativity, it's certainly lacking in craftsmanship. All the gruesome...
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Boxee gets $6 million in funding
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
These days, it's rare to see people sinking a lot of money into things. Shaky economy, future's uncertain, blah blah blah. Remarkably, media player project Boxee has managed to secure 6 big ones for its development. Venture capital companies...
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A Trip Back To Woodstock 1969
SV Staff  |  Aug 14, 2009
digg_url = 'http://digg.com/music/A_Trip_Back_To_Woodstock'; This Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of one of the largest and most celebrated moments in music history: Woodstock. And to honor the music festival that defined a generation,...
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HD Deals: Pre order summer action flicks on Blu-ray
SV Staff  |  Aug 13, 2009
If you liked this summer's action flicks and can't wait until they come out on Blu-ray then check out these pre-order deals on X-Men Origins: Wolverine and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. More great HD and gadget deals* after the jump. ...
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RIP Guitar Legend, Les Paul (1915-2009)
SV Staff  |  Aug 13, 2009
You may have heard by now, but the music world lost a true icon today. Les Paul (Lester William Polfus) left the world at 94 years of age, leaving behind a musical legacy that has guitar players around the world strumming sad chords. His musical...
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HD Deals: Denon Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player
SV Staff  |  Aug 12, 2009
If you're looking for a Blu-ray player that also plays DVDs and CDs why not check out this Denon Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player for $542.26 (normally $899.00). More great HD and gadget deals* after the jump. Denon AVR5308CI Home Theater Receiver...
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