Popcorn Hour Media Player A-110 – Does it stack up?

August 8, 2008 · Filed Under Alternatives to a HTPC · Comment 

I’ve had a request to cover the popcorn hour that is being newly released. So what is the popcorn Hour some of you might be asking? Well it’s a new media box being released, that is very reasonably priced. It can stream movies, act as a torrent box, and play almost any format you can throw at it. Read more



Is Apple TV as good as a HTPC?

August 2, 2008 · Filed Under Alternatives to a HTPC · Comment 

If you are in the market for a Home Theatre PC, or any type of home theatre media solution, you might be considering the Apple TV. This article will not go into the technical specifications of the Apple TV, but rather if it is a better choice than a HTPC for your home media solution. Read more



HTPC vs PVR

July 23, 2008 · Filed Under Alternatives to a HTPC · Comment 

The main benefit of a HTPC in comparison to a PVR is that it is configurable. You can configure it to work exactly how you want it, and have the exact functionality you want. However setting it up and getting it to work perfectly can sometimes be a bit fidgety. Read more