…as wonderful as the people at Parallels would have us believe. First, there is the issue of security. Macs have no problem when it comes to viruses; even less so if you are like me and have a Mac-specific anti-virus (AV) program installed. However, once you add Windows onto your…
…for many people, but particularly so when you drive a larger vehicle or when you are towing an object. The My Escape assists with reversing when paired with a Rear Reversing Camera kit, which can be purchased separately. The device has AV capabilities, soit displays a wide 170 degree view…
…second year in a row, Norton placed first in overall protection according to testing from Av Test Institute. In addition, Norton Internet Security 2012 ranked first in overall performance testing by both PassMark Software and AV-Comparatives. According to Symantec’s internal testing, Norton 2012 even outperforms the award-winning 2011 version with…
…security products while providing up-to -the-minute protection and proactively stops threats before they reach the consumer, all with a “set-and-forget” user interface. New security enhancements include a tool that eliminates programs posing as antivirus software (Fake AV), proactive botnet and PE Virus protection, protection against malware packer technology, and a…
Powers down AV equipment Claims it is unique to Australia Comes in at just under $100 Kambrook has launched a power saving device that it claims is the only one of its kind in the Australian market. The new SmartSwitch needs to be plugged in between the power supply and…
…AV receiver and in another shot, there is a picture of a looter walking off with a massive Sanyo TV. Phone maker HTC wasn’t spared either, showing that the rioters are going with the Android trend just like their non-criminal compatriots and a Sony store was also looted whilst another…
…that is claimed to satisfy the entertainment needs of the entire household. The RX-V871 network receiver’s connectivity includes an additional two HDMI inputs. Eight-in/two-out HDMI with 3D and ARC compatibility ensures simultaneous connection of all AV components in the home. Building on network functionality and iOS controller app compatibility found…
…proprietary technology Samsung calls ‘Anynet+’ (also known as HDMI-CEC), you can control all of your HDMI-CEC compatible digital AV devices with a single remote control. In terms of connections, as soon as it was turned on and connected to peripherals such as the DVD, Satellite, AV and Foxtel receivers, the…
Pioneer has released two news apps – Air Jam and iControlAV2 – that will turn any iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch into sources for entertainment and control with the company’s latest AV receivers and/or Blu-ray players. Pioneer’s new Air Jam App allows users to share their favorite music tracks directly…
…YouTube Leanback compatibility allowing YouTube videocontent to be viewed on the big screen. By downloading Yamaha’s free AV Controller app from the iTunes store, controlling the RX-V671 network receiver and BD-S671 Blu-Ray disc player can be activated using an iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. The AV Controller app provides intuitive…
…AV receiver, the VSX-S300. Designed to sit in front or underneath flat screen TV, the new S-HV600B is 25.5 mm thick, and the dimensions are 900 x 66 x 93 mm with the stand included. It integrates two 57mm x 30mm double-sided drivers with HVT technology, and two Softdome tweeters…
Saves space but still pack punch 6-channel 100W power Claimed ultra-low power consumption Pioneer believes its new slim AV receiver recognises that some consumers either don’t have the cabinet space to house a traditional AV receiver or prefer a home audio solution sporting sleeker looks. The space-saving and Pioneer VSX-S300…