Archive for the ‘Media’ Category

More developments towards gadget consolidation

A new Apple patent points towards using your iPod (and I think iPhone) as recording and playing device for TV media.  Basically creating a great portable DVR.  This falls nicely in line with my Gadget Consolidation thoughts.  Just add streaming to the mix and we’re halfway there.
Apple Patent Shows iPods Capable Of Receiving and Recording [...]

New Broadcom chip allows for more gadget consolidation

More developments in line with my gadget consolidation thought.  Broadcom is developing a chip that allows you to record in 1080p HD, and play it, from a phone.  It will have HDMI connectivity so you can watch your recordings, or streaming HD on your dedicated screen.
Despite the boost in performance over its 720p-only predecessor, the [...]

The Daily Show takes a closer look at Glenn Beck and his gold connection

John Stewart takes a good look at Glenn Beck’s fascination with gold.  Surprise surprise, Beck’s a spokesperson for a company that sells gold.

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Beck – Not So Mellow Gold

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Apple goes streaming? [Update - Apple goes streaming, buys Lala]

Another step towards streaming media anywhere, everywhere; Apple possibly taking over Streaming Music Pay-to-Stream site Lala.
Apple Reportedly In Talks To Acquire Lala (TechCrunch)
[Update]
Seems the rumor was true.
Apple has acquired Lala (TechCrunch)

MOG launches, more streaming media goodness

Today another Online Music Service is launched, MOG.  It’s an integrated social network streaming service with a library of songs from all major labels.  I hope to be able to give it a try soon.
MOG Launches All Access, Sets New Standard For Online Music (TechCruch)

Streaming media is the way to go

It’s great to see this report by Global Web Index analyzed on TechCrunch.  Streaming media is the future, either on your Mac or PC, your phone or TV, it’s where you want it, when you want it.  No need for large storage space or a physical copy.  You just need enough bandwidth and processing power [...]

Daily Show Gets Journalist Jailed

One of the shows that I miss and try to watch online when I get the chance is the Daily Show, a satirical news show on Comedy Central in the US.  This is a great interview with a Newsweek journalist, Maziar Bahari, who was jailed for 118 days after being interviewed by a Daily Show [...]