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We start this weeks show with an apology.  Despite our best efforts, we missed putting out a show last week and we explain why.  The good news is it gives us plenty to talk about in this weeks bumper edition!  From news of the follow up to the Nexus One, we cover the new handset from Sony-Ericsson, plus news of the worlds first dual core Android handset.  Plus we provide a round up on tablets, new...

Garry and Andrew join me to talk over the weeks digital lifestyle news including new apps for Windows Media Center, running Windows Media Center on a MacBook, the problems with Android Tablets, multi-platform streaming and the weeks biggest news a Universal remote in a pillow!   The HTPC Build show will in the next couple of weeks, thanks to everyone that sent in questions.   Listen Here (download...

This week Andrew joins me to talk about the weeks news including Freeview HD Media Center PCs, using Play To with iOS, Extendergate and running Media Center on a Macbook Air. Plus Garry joins in live from Microsoft's TechEd conference in Germany where he is spending all his time play with Xbox Kinect. Next week we will have a special HTPC Q&A show with  Evolve Media 's David Simpson so send in you...

t has been quite a while since our last installment.  Ian and I pick things up again after several months by taking a look at what has been going on in the industry and how it impacts our custom installs.  Naturally, we want you to listen to the Podcast, but here are some of the topics we cover . HOW ARE YOU GOING TO EMBRACE ALL OF THOSE "NEW LITTLE BOXES" THAT HAVE STARTED FLOODING THE MARKET The...

Jon’s back! And with him a shiny new iPad. He shares his experiences with it so far, and even records the show using it.  And could Flash be hitting the iPad imminently? Possibly (well sort of).  After a few weeks dominated by Windows Phone 7, we take a look at some other players including details on the Facebook mobile event this week, Amazon opting to sell the Kindle on the high street and a bra...

Garry and Andrew are back from their travels and we have lots of news to catch up on. We have emails on DLNA, meta data problems with Media Center, lots of remote control solutions and Media Center  keyboards. We also talk about Freeview HD in Media Center, Andrews experiences with Google TV and Apple verses Microsoft new product availability. As ever we have good fun recording the show so I hope...

Microsoft’s Charlie Owen joins me to talk about how the industry has progressed since he left the Windows Media Center team just over a year ago. Charlie has some great thoughts on Google’s TV effort, the way Apple are going and Microsoft approach. We also talk about al-carte TV consumption verses subscription and whether internet delivered content can replace broadcast methods. I always enjoy my...

We’re back with a bumper show this week, covering everything from the Nook Colour to the PSP phone that seems destined to land very very soon.  Jose joins Sheldon to pick through all the big news, including some first thoughts on living with Windows Phone 7.  If you love mobile tech, you really don’t want to miss this one!   Show Notes Windows Phone 7: First Thoughts Dell Venue Pro to get an Andro...

Back for show 52 and with a guest presenter as well! No Jon this week, and with Jose stepping away from a regular slot for the forseeable future, Jason Coombes (aka DatabaseJase) joins Sheldon on this weeks show.  Jason has some great insight into the WIndows Phone 7 launch in the UK, and we ask if things could have been handled better.  Plus, based on recent comments from Steve Jobs and Eric Schm...

I return this week while Andrew and Garry are off around the world so this week Jason Coombs and Daniel Vieira join me to talk about the weeks digital lifestyle news and we have a chat about how they are using Media Center in their home. Jason uses DVBLink to distribute TV around his home and Daniel uses Media Center as a backup to a Virgin Media box and we talk about streaming verses recording. P...

  Despite Jose` anouncement last show about how he was going to be stepping back for a few weeks he couldnt resist jumping on to this weeks show to talk Windows Phone 7.  In fact Windows Phone 7 really does dominate the news this week with Mondays Microsoft keynote anouncement of the launch of their new mobile platform.  Join us for our throughts and some of the other news hitting the mobile world...

Unfortunately I was unable to record this week but Garry and Andrew did a great job filling in for me. They have a great chat about the Meteor Windows Phone app, Kylo TV and Google TV and plenty of other topics The reason the show title is “2 MVPs” is because as well as Andrew Edney being an MVP for Windows Home Server Garry has been awarded an MVP for Windows Media Center (now called a Windows En...

This week Garry and I chat with George Hines about  using Windows Media Center to cut the cord from pay TV and reduce the monthly bills. George has documented his experiences on his blog where he talks about how to get the content you want and not have to pay massive cable bills. So Garry and I talk with George about his experiences over the last 6 months and find out the pros and cons of his solu...

Well, we made it to show 50! This week we cover about HTC's latest handsets, recent leaks of HP's Windows 7 slate, and of course the PlayBook. For our feature discussion, we turn to Nokia's stance of hardware ruling over software and share our own thoughts as to which is more important to us and which we think really makes or breaks a device. We are also giving away two TDL iPhone app (check out T...

Yes I have decided to rename the show to reflect the broader scope of the podcast.  The main focus of the show will be Windows Media Center and the connected ecosystem but as we all try to integrate other components in to our lifestyle I thought it would be good to rebrand the show. So returning this week are Garry Whittaker and Andrew Edney to talk about new Embedded Media Center v Extenders,  ne...

We swap Jose for Jon this week, and manage to bag ourselves a special guest appearance from none other than Mr Ian Dixon. Plenty to discuss as ever, including our use of mobile tech whilst travelling, the upcoming release of WP7, a new Android PAYG phone for less than £100 and more woes with carriers rolling out Android 2.2 updates. We also take an in-depth look at who is winning out in the Enterp...

This week Andrew Endney and John Zajdler from HomeServerShow.com join me to chat about the weeks news including Pinpoint for Windows Home Server, streaming media over the internet, the Boxee Box and we talk about the new Apple TV. Also this week there has been the first glimpses of Windows Media Center in Windows Embedded so we talk about the new boxes and what we want to see from a set top box Vo...

  A brief hiatus and delayed post, but show 48 is here. A quick one this week as we recap the Apple and Samsung events from a couple of weeks ago, but we focus our discussion around the need (or lack thereof) for dedicated media players. Do they still have a role and if so, what is it? Have a listen to hear our differing views on the subject and don't forget to share your own thoughts with us!    ...

This week I am talking to the developer behind MediaBrowser RC which is an iPhone/Android remote control application for MediaBrowser which is the the Media plugin for Windows Media Center. We are going to be talking about the features of the application and why the developer started the project. The MediaBrowser RC application is an open source application that works in conjunction with a Media B...

Back from my break and I return with Garry and Andrew  to talk new network based tuners from AverMedia. Boxee, MediaBrowser iPhone apps,  hacking Media Center for unlimited tuners and Windows Phone 7 remote control apps Plus we have email and if your in the Edney drinking game make sure you are topped up before the show   Vote for the show on podcast Alley  -  Join The Media Center Show Group on F...

A ton of news in mobile over the past couple of weeks. Tons of device leaks/rumors/announcements from HTC, Samsung, LG and Sony Ericsson; Sheldon gives his impressions of WebOS compared against Android and iOS; and we wrap things up with a discussion about mobile gaming. Enjoy!   Show Notes LG C900 ,  Samsung Cetus ,  HTC T8788  Windows Phone 7 devices leaked HTC Desire HD ,  G2  leaked Samsung Ga...

I am on holiday so Garry Whittiker and Andrew Edney take over and host the show for me this week. They discuss the new EPG app for Windows Phone 7 from Niall Ginsbourg, remote controls for Media Center, Windows Home Server Vail, CableCARD updates and Sky’s Media Center addin Garry and Andrew have done a great job hosting the show and have a good time recording the show, Its nice for me to be able...

No Jose this week but Jon and Sheldon hold the fort with this weeks news as well as some thoughtful insights into the possible future of mobile computing in the cloud.  As usual take a listen and give us your feedback, we are always keen to get your thoughts on anything from future show ideas to reactions about our comments. Enjoy the show! :) Download  -  Subscribe via RSS  -  Subscribe with Zune...

I really enjoy doing the round table recordings so I am really please to have another cracker! This week Andrew Endey returns along with TDL Mobile’s Sheldon Whitney and the Home Server Show’s Dave McCabe. We talk through the weeks email including topics on Windows Embedded, Live Mesh, cut down version of Windows, Universal remotes and integrating devices like the iPad with Windows Media Center. P...

  A year later and we're still here! Nothing too major this week, but RIM kept us on our toes with the announcement of the BlackBerry Torch. We also have a good talk around Android's latest market share numbers and what Nokia has its sights on next. Even on a slow news week we find plenty to discuss so go ahead and download!     Show Notes Samsung Galaxy Tablet due for unveiling on Aug 11 Nokia's...