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About MegaZone

MegaZone is the Editor of Gizmo Lovers and the chief contributor. He's been online since 1989 and active in several generations of 'social media' - mailing lists, USENet groups, web forums, and since 2003, blogging.    MegaZone has a presence on several social platforms: Google+ / Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn / LiveJournal / Web.    You can also follow Gizmo Lovers on other sites: Blog / Google+ / Facebook / Twitter.

Some Interesting Details on the Tuning Resolver for SDV

Posted on Friday, November 30, 2007 by MegaZone

Following up on the recent Tuning Resolver solution for SDV announcement, Mari Silbey at Connected Home 2 G0 used her connections inside Motorola to dig up more details. And they are certainly interesting details – some highlights: Motorola starting working … Continue reading →

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Thank You Robert

Posted on Friday, November 30, 2007 by MegaZone

Robert, thank you for the donation of TiVo Rewards points.

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Wal*Mart pulls a 180 on Venturer HD DVD player

Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2007 by MegaZone

Despite categorically stating in September that they would not be carrying the Venturer SHD7000, it is now listed on their site for $199.98. Via EngadgetHD.

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Amazon lists the Samsung BD-UP5000 BD/HD DVD combo player for pre-order

Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2007 by MegaZone

Amazon has listed the Samsung BD-UP5000 1080p Blu-ray Disc / HD DVD combo player for pre-order. The pre-order price is $799.99, $200 off the $999.99 MSRP. It is slated for release on January 15, 2008. Hat tip to Gizmodo.

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TiVo News: Did she say “Product Lifetime Service”?

Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2007 by MegaZone

TiVo’s latest newsletter…

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