Digital Convergence

News
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    Vendor squabbles cause W3C to scrap codec requirement 03/07/2009 05:48:00

    The decision could mean third-party plugins needed to play multimedia content will be around for a long time
    The latest rewrite of the Web's mother tongue won't recommend the use of specific audio and video encoding formats that could make it cheaper and easier for people to distribute multimedia content.
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    Firefox 3.5 features new Javascript engine, built-in video 11/06/2009 04:16:00

    The upcoming release will give people next-generation tools to interact with the modern Web, Mozilla said
    The next version of Firefox will include next-generation features Mozilla hopes will help the browser stand apart from competitors.
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    Boxee for Windows alpha coming June 23 05/06/2009 05:00:00

    The test version will finally expand the popular video-viewing platform beyond AppleTV, Mac and Linux
    The alpha test version of Boxee's online multimedia software for Windows PCs will be released to the public on June 23, Boxee founder Avner Ronen said Thursday.
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    Apple is sued after pressuring open-source iTunes project 28/04/2009 05:09:00

    Apple forced Bluwiki to take down the iPodhash project last December
    The operator of a technology discussion forum has sued Apple, claiming that the company used U.S. copyright law to curb legitimate discussion of its iTunes software.
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    Wikipedia video gets boost with $100,000 Mozilla grant 23/01/2009 17:07:00

    Development to be integrated into open source MediaWiki package
    The proliferation of standards-based video sharing and collaboration is set to take off with a $US100,000 grant from the Mozilla Foundation to fund the development of the Ogg Theora video codec and server-side streaming software.
Features
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    RepRap: An open source 3D printer for the masses 05/03/2008 08:00:36

    Project founder on making self-replication technology affordable through open source hardware and software
    Imagine the last time something in your house broke - a cup or plate, a bracket, a door handle, a component in an electrical appliance or mechanical device, a hinge, a switch - the list can go on and on. But instead of tossing the entire device out, or heading to the local hardware or electrical store to find an often costly replacement, imagine if you could recreate that object or component in your home on a 3D printer. Now imagine if the 3D printer you use to make that part could recreate itself as well.
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    Where to find free TV on the Web 24/01/2008 10:39:51

    There's lots of TV programming available on the Internet if you want to pay. But did you know about these free sites?
    Video is all over the Web, and no wonder. With the advent of superfast broadband connections running at over 5Mbit/sec., widescreen monitors that have finally replaced the boxy CRTs of the past and a plethora of fresh and funny content, there's a perfect storm for video to gain even more momentum.
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    Review: Samsung FP-T6374 -- A display for all seasons 04/12/2007 10:20:55

    The design and features of the Samsung FP-T6374 allow it to be used in corporate and consumer environments
    "Choice" is undoubtedly a value proposition for the Samsung FP-T6374 -- some would say too much of it.
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    Picking the Right Media 06/06/2005 15:00:10

    With a plethora of options, which media should you choose the next time you buy?
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    Polish your TV's picture 06/04/2005 18:57:38

    Watching a poorly adjusted TV -- whether it's the standard-definition variety or a high-definition set -- is like being served overcooked food: Regardless of how much you paid for it, you're not getting your money's worth. And HDTV benefits from careful calibration even more than a regular set does.
Opinions
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    Online video streaming: not there yet 05/10/2007 07:20:05

    A test-drive of the new beta of Joost.com shows what works in viewing TV on the Web--and a lot that doesn't work.
    Streaming video -- particularly television -- has received a lot of attention lately, what with sites such as Joost.com, MLB.com, and the soon-to-beta Hulu.com all talking it up. Even most TV networks offer some degree of streaming for select shows. But is streaming really the wave of the future for video downloads? I'm not convinced.
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    Opening up iTunes U 08/02/2006 11:46:35

    Apple's walled-garden approach places unnecessary limitations on its online educational content.
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    Opinion: The next-generation disc: what should it be? 21/07/2005 10:01:18

    No one wants to back the losing team. And today's consumers are savvy enough to know they don't want to be caught anywhere near the quagmire that is the turf war between competing next-generation optical disc formats Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD. One of these formats will replace the current DVD standard for delivery of packaged entertainment, including video and games.
Interviews
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    Tom Musgrove discusses Blender development 24/10/2007 10:30:02

    Besides explaining how the tool is used by 3-D artists, Musgrove also addressed complaints about the Blender user interface and discussed directions for future development.
    Blender is a popular open-source software package used for modeling and rendering 3-D images. Computerworld recently spoke via e-mail with Tom Musgrove, one of the 35 active core developers on the Blender project. Besides explaining how the tool is used by 3-D artists, Musgrove also addressed complaints about the Blender user interface and discussed directions for future development.
Tutorials
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    Are we ready for X10? 09/05/2005 12:39:57

    X10 rules the home automation roost in the US. With its DIY focus and extreme ease of use, is X10 likely to take off with its introduction down-under? Nick Fitzgerald pulls out his screwdriver and has a go.
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    Boss your bass 09/05/2005 14:57:21

    Home theatre and hi-fi guru Wes Phillips shares his recipe for blissful bass and tells you exactly where you should shove that subwoofer.
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    Digital Video: Trick shots 01/04/2005 07:30:26

    There are several tricks you can employ to make your video projects more visually interesting. But some are easier to achieve than others.
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    Format Wars Redux: Blu-ray Disc vs. HD-DVD 06/03/2005 15:09:35

    The future of high-def recording rests with two competing optical formats: Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD. Here's why both matter.
Buying Guides
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    Notebook PCs / Laptop 15/10/2007 11:42:13

    Are you one of the many thousands of people who are predicted to buy a notebook (laptop) this year? If yes, then this PC World buying guide is for you.
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    Voice over IP 12/10/2007 10:48:26

    Voice over IP is exactly what its name suggests. It is voice communication that is transmitted over an Internet Protocol (IP) service.
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    Digital Cameras 27/09/2007 11:45:00

    There's a lot of different digital cameras on the market. Read on to determine the features and functions you need.
    There are many makes and models of digital cameras on the market. Read on to determine the right digital camera for you.
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    Digital Video Cameras 27/09/2007 09:00:30

    They're an ideal way to record footage of your family, friends and those special occasions: but which one is right for you?
    Digital video cameras are a great way to record and retain timeless footage of your family, friends and those special occasions. However, with so many choices available today, deciding on the right product can be difficult. Here's some clues on how to buy the right camera for you.
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    MP3 Players 21/09/2007 15:37:34

    These days, you'd be hard pressed not to have heard of MP3 players. With the popularity of products such as Apple's iPod continuing to skyrocket, and the increasing prevalence of support for music playback across a variety of devices (games systems, mobile phones, etc), you'd have to have at least be aware of digital music.
 
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