Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[VidaBox Media Servers add metadata support for XBMC, Popcorn Hour and others]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/vidabox-media-servers-add-metadata-support-for-xbmc-popcorn-hou/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/vidabox-media-servers-add-metadata-support-for-xbmc-popcorn-hou/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/vidabox-media-servers-add-metadata-support-for-xbmc-popcorn-hou/#comments We wouldn't expect for upper-crust aimed media server setups like the ones offered by VidaBox to play nicely with the common rabble, but apparently that's just what is going on. With the click of a check box, its "Drop-n-Rip" Blu-ray and DVD archiving now includes cover art and other metadata compatible with third party streamers including Popcorn Hour, HDI Dune, TViX, XBMC, Sage TV and others. This probably won't drop the cost of a custom installed setup by much, but if you have one and want to bring your own extender hardware (similar to its recent iPad support) into the mix, it should be a simple upgrade.

Continue reading VidaBox Media Servers add metadata support for XBMC, Popcorn Hour and others

VidaBox Media Servers add metadata support for XBMC, Popcorn Hour and others originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Some people may not be willing just yet to leave the world of physical media. Those circumspect media consumers may be intrigued by the latest Popcorn Hour box. Looking more substantial than the recent A-300, the C-300 model includes a 2.5-inch color TFT display at the front and packs space for both a quick-removable 3.5-inch HDD and an internal 2.5-inch SATA drive. A Blu-ray drive can also be mounted to the removable HD rack and you can expect support for the same plethora of file types we've come to expect from the Popcorn Hour family. Network options have been expanded, with a new built-in aerial supporting an optional Mini MII PCI WiFi N card. Syabas is already offering up a full UI walkthrough at the source below and you can take a peak at the C-300's built-in app market in action right after the break.

Continue reading Popcorn Hour bulks up for the C-300, can juggle an extra hard-disk or Blu-ray drive (video)

Popcorn Hour bulks up for the C-300, can juggle an extra hard-disk or Blu-ray drive (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>A-300hdpostminimedia streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankpopcornpopcorn c-300popcorn hourpopcorn hour c-300PopcornC-300PopcornHourPopcornHourC-300streamerSyabassyabas popcorn hourSyabas PopcornhourSyabasPopcornHourvideoTue, 13 Dec 2011 13:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Ask Engadget: best network media player / streamer?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/03/ask-engadget-best-network-media-player-streamer/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/03/ask-engadget-best-network-media-player-streamer/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/03/ask-engadget-best-network-media-player-streamer/#comments We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's Ask Engadget inquiry is coming to us from Mark, who needs the stream, If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.

"I'm tearing my hair out trying to find networked media players that meet my needs for under $200. I want to be able to stream Netflix, Hulu Plus and Amazon Instant Video and play music from Slacker -- I'm not interested in Pandora. I'm struggling to find anything that works with Slacker. In addition, I want to be able to stream MP3's from a Windows 7 Ultimate machine on my network -- preferably wirelessly, but wired is possible. The killer though is that I have a large number of video files in MKV, MP4, M4V, WMV, AVI and DVD ISO. Any ideas? I got nothing from Aardvark before Google shuttered it."

Listen up, streamers -- take a five minute break from whatever Netflix marathon you're on now and help a brother out, won't you?

Ask Engadget: best network media player / streamer? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Syabas has released a torrent of details about its next media streamer. The forthcoming Popcorn Hour A-300 houses the latest Sigma 800MHz CPU and Real Media decoder support, plus USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet connections to ensure dizzying transfer speeds. Like its predecessor, the aluminum-encased streamer is entirely fanless, broadcasting your favorite content in stoic silence. The A300 will be available starting October 18th, direct from Syabas. You can prepare yourself by checking out the source link below for a plethora of detailed videos and screengrabs of the A-300's interface in action.

Continue reading Popcorn Hour A-300 ready to sit quietly and enjoy the movies, starting October 18th (video)

Popcorn Hour A-300 ready to sit quietly and enjoy the movies, starting October 18th (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 02:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>A-300hdpostminimedia streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankPCWorldpopcornpopcorn A-300popcorn hourpopcorn hour A-300PopcornA-300PopcornHourPopcornHourA-300streamerSyabassyabas popcorn hourSyabasPopcornHourvideoFri, 07 Oct 2011 02:29:00 EST<![CDATA[BBC expands iPlayer support on TiVo, Popcorn Hour and Freeview HD devices]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/09/bbc-expands-iplayer-support-on-tivo-popcorn-hour-and-freeview-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/09/bbc-expands-iplayer-support-on-tivo-popcorn-hour-and-freeview-h/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/09/bbc-expands-iplayer-support-on-tivo-popcorn-hour-and-freeview-h/#comments The BBC has a few updates to share about its iPlayer service -- no, nothing yet about the international rollout that's due later this year -- as it has recently become available on even more devices. That includes living room connected entertainment options that support HTML and Flash like the Virgin Media TiVo, Popcorn Hour players from Syabas, and new HDTVs from Panasonic and Sony. Other areas of increased availability include users with BT Vision set-top boxes and Freeview HD users; the latter thanks to a recent spec update that supports the MHEG-5 standard the app is built upon. Now it operates just like other Red Button interactive TV services, and the first device shipping with support is a Freeview+ HD DVR from Sony (as seen above.) It doesn't look like the Where to Get BBC iPlayer page has been updated with all the new devices yet, but it should be sooner rather than later, although we're still wondering when the Xbox 360 will join the crowd.

BBC expands iPlayer support on TiVo, Popcorn Hour and Freeview HD devices originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 09 Apr 2011 11:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, TJ & Jon]

Continue reading Popcorn Hour C-200, A-200 updates add Networked Media Jukebox interface, apps store

Popcorn Hour C-200, A-200 updates add Networked Media Jukebox interface, apps store originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>a-200c-200firmware upgradeFirmwareUpgradeflashhdmedia jukeboxMediaJukeboxnetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTanknmjpopcorn hourPopcornHouruiMon, 22 Nov 2010 15:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Syabas Popbox surprises everyone, including Syabas, by going on sale today]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-popbox-surprises-everyone-including-syabas-by-going-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-popbox-surprises-everyone-including-syabas-by-going-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-popbox-surprises-everyone-including-syabas-by-going-on/#comments We thought we had another week or so to get ready, but no, the Popbox is on sale already, with some preorderers reporting they got shipment notifications as early as yesterday. In case you've forgotten since CES, the $129 box takes the Popcorn Hour into a more general consumer friendly form with an all new interface and SDK, YouTube access, support for 100Mbps bitrate 1080p video and more -- just not the Netflix access (at least for now) we were originally promised. According to the official Twitter account -- also accessible with a new "Popapp" -- a quicker than expected route through customs is to thank/blame for the launch, but whatever, we're one step closer to the 2010 media streamer battle we've been waiting for. It's your move, Boxee Box.

[Thanks, Jason]

Gallery: Syabas Popbox hands-on


Gallery: Popbox UI Screenshots

Popbox Videos UI Screen ShotsPopbox Music UI ScreenshotsPopbox Movie UI Screen ShotsPopbox Apps UI ScreenshotsPopbox Search UI Screenshots

Syabas Popbox surprises everyone, including Syabas, by going on sale today originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amazonmedia streamerMediaStreamerpopappspopboxpopcorn hourPopcornHoursyabasThu, 15 Jul 2010 17:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Syabas provides tease of upcoming PopBox UI]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-provides-tease-of-upcoming-popbox-ui/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-provides-tease-of-upcoming-popbox-ui/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/15/syabas-provides-tease-of-upcoming-popbox-ui/#comments We've already seen a lot of the Popbox, which is due out on July 23rd, but now we're getting a peek at the UI. Screenshots revealed on the company's blog showcase a welcome screen featuring quick access to the media library, apps, search and settings. We've also got a center "home" bar of presumably customizable widgets for at a glance weather and Twitter updates -- two snippets that you'll undoubtedly be refreshing at a near-maddening pace. Prominent features in the shared media library view include a top navigation bar for browsing by media type and a left sub navigation rail for media subgroups. Features aside though, these slightly distorted images definitely resemble the original Boxee interface, but we're all reminded that what we're seeing now is just an initial version. In other words, don't be shocked and appalled if significant updates come quickly after the device's official launch, cool?

Gallery: Popbox UI Screenshots

Popbox Videos UI Screen ShotsPopbox Music UI ScreenshotsPopbox Movie UI Screen ShotsPopbox Apps UI ScreenshotsPopbox Search UI Screenshots

Syabas provides tease of upcoming PopBox UI originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>appsboxeedvdshdmedia librariesmedia librarymedia streamersMediaLibrarymoviesmp3mp3smusicphotosPop Boxpop corn hourPopBoxpopcorn hourset top boxsettop boxstreamerssyabaswdtvwidgetsThu, 15 Jul 2010 12:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Popbox updates: July 4th launch window, final word on content partners (Netflix) promised soon]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/popbox-updates-july-4th-launch-window-final-word-on-content-pa/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/popbox-updates-july-4th-launch-window-final-word-on-content-pa/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/popbox-updates-july-4th-launch-window-final-word-on-content-pa/#comments The Popbox isn't the only media streamer to have suffered delays since its CES 2010 debut (Boxee Box) but it is nearing availability, and the official blog has been busy reassuring potential buyers it will be everything it can be. As of the most recent update, we should expect hardware to roll out July 4, but there's no word yet whether Netflix will actually be present among the content partners when it ships. ZatzNotFunny noticed weeks ago the movie rental shop's logos had disappeared from Popbox materials and the manufacturer has so far offered no specific reaction, only that it can't discuss the details of its interaction with "top video partners." A complete list of content providers is promised prior to any Amazon preorders shipping, but your guess is as good as ours as to when that will happen, so Watch Instantly fans should definitely continue to keep an eye out.

Popbox updates: July 4th launch window, final word on content partners (Netflix) promised soon originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hdnetflixnetflix watch instantlyNetflixWatchInstantlypopboxpopbox v1.0PopboxV1.0popcorn hourPopcorn Hour A-110PopcornHourPopcornHourA-110syabaswatch instantlyWatchInstantlyTue, 22 Jun 2010 15:58:00 EST<![CDATA[YouTube access returning to (some) Popcorn Hour boxes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/07/youtube-access-returning-to-some-popcorn-hour-boxes/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/07/youtube-access-returning-to-some-popcorn-hour-boxes/http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/07/youtube-access-returning-to-some-popcorn-hour-boxes/#comments Looks like Google and Syabas have worked out the issues that led to YouTube being pulled from Popcorn Hour media streamers last year, resulting in the site coming back to the A-200 and C-200 boxes and will be available on the Popbox at launch. It's limited to the hardware that are capable of running Flash, which Google notes as the key differentiation in their new TOS and will unfortunately keep out A-100/A-110s that could only handle an HTML version of the site. The YouTube app should show up right next to Revision3 and the others, go ahead and update those media streamer comparison charts we know you've been keeping handy.

YouTube access returning to (some) Popcorn Hour boxes originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 May 2010 14:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Mike]

Continue reading Popbox prepares for launch with preorders, SDK

Popbox prepares for launch with preorders, SDK originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adobe flashAdobeFlashflashinternet videoInternetVideopopboxpopcorn hourPopcornHourpreordersdkstreamiersyabassyabas popboxSyabasPopboxTue, 20 Apr 2010 08:23:00 EST<![CDATA[Ask Engadget HD: Boxee Box vs A-200 NMT vs. Popbox, which media streamer to choose?]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/17/ask-engadget-hd-boxee-box-vs-a-200-nmt-vs-popbox-which-media/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/17/ask-engadget-hd-boxee-box-vs-a-200-nmt-vs-popbox-which-media/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/17/ask-engadget-hd-boxee-box-vs-a-200-nmt-vs-popbox-which-media/#comments Three mini media streamer boxes are arriving in the early days of 2010, and only one will likely end up bringing video to your HDTV. Of the A-200 NMT, Popbox and Boxee Box, only the A-200 has actually reached the most early adopters yet, but we'll assume you've perused spec sheets and considered the possibilities carefully. Our friend Dilip's question is very, very simple:

"With the A-200 already on sale, I'm not sure if I should pick it up, or wait for the Boxee or Popbox to ship later."

So, as a discriminating buyer, what are you planning to do? Sticking with an existing media streamer setup or do you think any of the new hardware coming down the pipe will coax you into a purchase? Let us know about your early impressions of these products in the comments, and check out a video sneak peek of the new UI coming to the C-200 and A-200 embedded after the break.

Got a burning question that you'd love to toss out for Engadget HD (or its readers) to take a look at? Tired of Google's blank stares when you ask for real-world experiences? Hit us up at ask at engadgethd dawt com and keep an eye on this space -- your inquiry could be next.

Continue reading Ask Engadget HD: Boxee Box vs A-200 NMT vs. Popbox, which media streamer to choose?

Ask Engadget HD: Boxee Box vs A-200 NMT vs. Popbox, which media streamer to choose? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>a-200ask engadgetask engadget hdAskEngadgetAskEngadgetHdboxeeboxee boxBoxeeBoxhdmedia streamerMediaStreamerpopboxpopcorn hourPopcornHoursyabasWed, 17 Feb 2010 17:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Popcorn Hour casually announces the A-200 NMT for its most dedicated media streamer fans]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/12/popcorn-hour-casually-announces-the-a-200-nmt-for-its-most-dedic/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/12/popcorn-hour-casually-announces-the-a-200-nmt-for-its-most-dedic/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/12/popcorn-hour-casually-announces-the-a-200-nmt-for-its-most-dedic/#comments Not satisfied by the new retail-friendly Popbox that just debuted at CES? Popcorn Hour has announced it is introducing the A-200 Networked Media tank, internally as powerful as the bigger C-200 but with the A-110's profile and lacking a Blu-ray drive port. Priced at $179, or with optional WiFi dongle for $20 more, preorders are to begin January 18 at 10 a.m. PST, it still has a slot for an internally mounted SATA HDD, and reported support for "simple" Blu-ray menu browsing. As far as other features, they've listened by including NTFS write support and also confirmed a new Flash Lite menu announced for the C-200 will arrive on this box, but unfortunately Netflix support on the Popbox doesn't appear to have worked its way into the A-200. Check for even more specs and pics after the break, for those PCH fans once again choosing between flexibility and all-in-one ease.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Continue reading Popcorn Hour casually announces the A-200 NMT for its most dedicated media streamer fans

Popcorn Hour casually announces the A-200 NMT for its most dedicated media streamer fans originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>a-100a-110a-200c-200media streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankPCWorldpopcorn hourPopcornHourpreorderbonussmp8643streamerTue, 12 Jan 2010 18:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Syabas Popbox hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/syabas-popbox-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/syabas-popbox-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/syabas-popbox-hands-on/#comments The Popcorn Hour lineup had (and still has) a huge following, but it remains one of the most under-appreciated media streamers on the market from a mainstream perspective. We get the feeling that all of that's gearing up to change, with Syabas demonstrating its highly marketable Popbox here at CES. We were able to swing by and take a look at the product tonight, and we've got to confess -- it'd be a pretty stellar add to any home entertainment setup. The box was small, light and stylish enough, and the actual user interface was drop-dead simple to navigate. It hooks up with any networked media (the demo was playing back content from a NAS drive), and it even pulls down metadata from IMDB for films. We briefly watched a couple of 720p clips, and playback started instantly and the video quality was nothing short of fantastic. We've got a video in the works, but for now, feel free to have a glance at the gallery below.

Update: Video is now live after the break!

Gallery: Syabas Popbox hands-on

Continue reading Syabas Popbox hands-on

Syabas Popbox hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cesces 2010Ces2010featuredfeatureshands-onhd media streamerHdMediaStreamermedia streamermedia streamingMediaStreamerMediaStreamingPopBoxpopcorn hourPopcornHourstreamstreamerstreamingSyabasTue, 05 Jan 2010 19:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Popbox v1.0 hardware specs and content partners revealed]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-v1-0-hardware-specs-and-content-partners-revealed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-v1-0-hardware-specs-and-content-partners-revealed/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-v1-0-hardware-specs-and-content-partners-revealed/#comments We'll have to wait until tomorrow to get our hands on the Popbox, son of Popcorn Hour C-200, but in the meantime we'll chew on this healthy list of specs and content providers to imagine what the future of media streamers has to offer. Netflix and 1080p have already been mentioned, but the lists reveal that even as a slimmed down and more affordable option than the box it replaces, it still has the file and codec compatibility fans have come to expect. We'll soon see if this combo of wide appeal online services like Twitter and MLB.tv, existing media streamer framework, a greatly improved UI (able to pull down IMDB info for appropriately tagged content) and Popapp Center -- openly courting developers to take advantage of the SDK since this box was codenamed DAVID -- is a winner.

Gallery: Syabas Popbox

Continue reading Popbox v1.0 hardware specs and content partners revealed

Popbox v1.0 hardware specs and content partners revealed originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cesces 2010Ces2010media streamerMediaStreamerpopboxpopbox v1.0PopboxV1.0popcorn hourPopcornHourset-top boxSet-topBoxstreamersyabasMon, 04 Jan 2010 17:21:00 EST<![CDATA[Popbox is Popcorn Hour evolved, with 1080p streaming and Netflix support]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-is-popcorn-hour-evolved-with-1080p-streaming-and-netflix/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-is-popcorn-hour-evolved-with-1080p-streaming-and-netflix/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/04/popbox-is-popcorn-hour-evolved-with-1080p-streaming-and-netflix/#comments Love your Popcorn Hour? Ask creator Syabas Technology, and it's just a prelude to the real deal, which it's just announced as the Popbox. The evolution includes a revamped UI, "infoapps" showing weather and Twitter feeds whenever the viewer pauses, and expanded Popapps support to allow for Java, Flash, and Qt (why hello there, Netflix). Video processing now supports 100Mbps bitrate 1080p video. The box mockup is barebones and includes only the necessary inputs, and storage is relegated to SD cards and external USB drives. Price and release date? Electronista is saying it "should" be out in March to the tune of $129.

Popbox is Popcorn Hour evolved, with 1080p streaming and Netflix support originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Jan 2010 03:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080pcesces 2010Ces2010info appinfo appsInfoAppInfoAppsmedia streamerMediaStreamernet flixNetFlixpop apppop appspop boxPopAppPopAppsPopBoxpopcorn hourPopcornHourSyabasMon, 04 Jan 2010 03:46:00 EST<![CDATA[YouTube pulls a Hulu -- yanking API access from Popcorn Hour (Update: Google responds)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/20/youtube-pulls-a-hulu-yanking-api-access-from-popcorn-hour-ot/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/20/youtube-pulls-a-hulu-yanking-api-access-from-popcorn-hour-ot/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/20/youtube-pulls-a-hulu-yanking-api-access-from-popcorn-hour-ot/#comments Hope you weren't enjoying watching YouTube on the television screen via Popcorn Hour and other set-top boxes, as they have been given notice by the newly 1080p and network TV-friendly website that they are no longer welcome to access its content. The new Hulu-ish Terms of Service (section II, item 10) restricts API clients from the ability to "use the YouTube API in connection with any API Client created for use on television set top boxes, television game consoles, or video screens packaged and marketed as television sets;" according to Popcorn Hour COO Alex Limberis this applies to all with the exception of "a few strategic partner's Google has singled out" -- PlayStation 3, Wii, TiVo, Panasonic, Samsung and other licensed hardware is safe.

Update: After speaking with Alex we've got a better view of the situation -- as is clear from the TOS, manufacturers streaming directly via the API as Popcorn Hour did are no longer welcome without cutting a seven figure check to license access. Google did offer to allow continued access via its YouTube XL interface, but for devices like theirs not built around Flash, that possible solution proved to be technologically unfeasible. Obviously these changes apply to all, but as of yet we're not aware of anyone other than Popcorn Hour that has been contacted directly about it.

Update v2: After the break is Google's response, stating Popcorn Hour and the like have been in violation of the above TOS for over a year, from its perspective, this is a simple matter of defending its rights from "video scraping technology." As we mentioned above that means most are in no danger of losing access, but fans of these media streamers will have to live without it, until either YouTube can control the experience or the manufacturer pays up.

Continue reading YouTube pulls a Hulu -- yanking API access from Popcorn Hour (Update: Google responds)

YouTube pulls a Hulu -- yanking API access from Popcorn Hour (Update: Google responds) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>alex limberisAlexLimberisapiblockboxeedecember 2December2hulupanasonicpopcorn hourPopcornHoursamsungset-top boxSet-topBoxstreamingtostvyoutubeFri, 20 Nov 2009 11:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Popcorn Hour C-200 hit with more shipping delays]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/30/popcorn-hour-c-200-hit-with-more-shipping-delays/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/30/popcorn-hour-c-200-hit-with-more-shipping-delays/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/30/popcorn-hour-c-200-hit-with-more-shipping-delays/#comments While the first Popcorn Hour C-200 shipments have hit homes all over (including ours) subsequent deliveries have been slower to arrive, with the second batch finally due to ship right about now, with a delay until October 26th estimated for the next group due to a variety of reasons detailed on the official forums. Of course, we feel terrible for media streamer fans who don't have one yet (even though we have one) keeping a spot open for yet-to-arrive devices, refreshing email looking for a shipment confirmation and trawling forums for updates can be devastating. Unfortunately we can't relate (since we have one) but we'll be sure to get a full fledged review out in the intervening period to let you know just how wonderful things could be.

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Popcorn Hour C-200 hit with more shipping delays originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>c-200delayhdmedia streamerMediaStreamerotherspopcorn hourPopcornHourWed, 30 Sep 2009 14:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Popcorn Hour C-200 hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/#comments Popcorn Hour's latest all-accessing all-playing media device has finally made its way into our hands, and while we haven't had nearly enough time to put the C-200 completely through its paces, we did spare a moment to take some pictures and play a movie or two. Other than using RF (no line of sight needed here) the remote is mostly unchanged from the earlier A-110, though we have had some issues with the box not responding to inputs, tightening the antenna seems to have made things better for now. Slipping a SATA hard drive in requires only the lightest tug on the drive bay door, it really couldn't be easier -- we'll have to see how a Blu-ray drive fits soon. With the exception of slight noise from the HDD we put in, the C-200 is nearly silent in operation, and home theater nuts will be glad to know that bright blue display up front can be dimmed all the way to off. An extra USB port front and back hasn't hurt usability either, though it would have been nice if it recognized a keyboard when we were setting up new RSS feeds. Thanks to DLNA support, Windows 7 Play To functionality worked sufficiently playing media, but we couldn't get the titles to display properly on the C-200 whether initiated from the PC or on the box itself. So far it's played everything we've thrown at it, from legitimately downloaded trailers to less MPAA-authorized material. Anything you want to see tested as part of our full review? Leave ideas in the comments while you check out the pictures.

Gallery: Popcorn Hour C-200 Networked Media Tank Hands-on

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Popcorn Hour C-200 hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>c-200dlnahands onHandsOnmedia streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankpopcorn hourpopcorn hour c-200PopcornHourPopcornHourC-200set top boxSetTopBoxFri, 25 Sep 2009 15:34:00 EST<![CDATA[Popcorn Hour C-200 hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/25/popcorn-hour-c-200-hands-on/#comments Popcorn Hour's latest all-accessing all-playing media device has finally made its way into our hands, and while we haven't had nearly enough time to put the C-200 completely through its paces, we did spare a moment to take some pictures and play a movie or two. Other than using RF (no line of sight needed here) the remote is mostly unchanged from the earlier A-110, though we have had some issues with the box not responding to inputs, tightening the antenna seems to have made things better for now. Slipping a SATA hard drive in requires only the lightest tug on the drive bay door, it really couldn't be easier -- we'll have to see how a Blu-ray drive fits soon. With the exception of slight noise from the HDD we put in, the C-200 is nearly silent in operation, and home theater nuts will be glad to know that bright blue display up front can be dimmed all the way to off. An extra USB port front and back hasn't hurt usability either, though it would have been nice if it recognized a keyboard when we were setting up new RSS feeds. Thanks to DLNA support, Windows 7 Play To functionality worked sufficiently playing media, but we couldn't get the titles to display properly on the C-200 whether initiated from the PC or on the box itself. So far it's played everything we've thrown at it, from legitimately downloaded trailers to less MPAA-authorized material. Anything you want to see tested as part of our full review? Leave ideas in the comments while you check out the pictures.

Gallery: Popcorn Hour C-200 Networked Media Tank Hands-on

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Popcorn Hour C-200 hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>c-200dlnahands onHandsOnhdmedia streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankotherspopcorn hourpopcorn hour c-200PopcornHourPopcornHourC-200set top boxSetTopBoxFri, 25 Sep 2009 15:34:00 EST<![CDATA[The Popcorn Hour C-200 media streamer makes its way into the wild]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/#commentsPopcorn Hour C-200 media streamer It looks like Popcorn Hour's C-200 media streamer is making its way into end-users' hands, so prepare yourself for a flurry of reviews. Our friend Brent over at GeekTonic should be jumping into the fray soon, and has kicked things off with a preview. Yeah, the C-200 is bigger than its sibling A-100, but it brings so much to the table that we'd say Popcorn Hour has packed in just as much -- if not more -- goodness per cubic inch. With space available for a hard and/or Blu-ray drive, wired and wireless networking, and USB ports to round out the input connectivity, the C-200 then adds a smorgasbord of codec support just to make sure your bits will survive the translation back into entertainment. With the "it plays anything" kind of capability the C-200 is promising, we've got a feeling that a positive review or two might be the only thing standing between us and a $300 dent in our credit cards.

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The Popcorn Hour C-200 media streamer makes its way into the wild originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brent evansBrentEvansc 200c-200C200geektonichdtvmedia streamerMediaStreamernetworked media tankNetworkedMediaTankpopcorn hourpopcorn hour c-200PopcornHourPopcornHourC-200previewsigmaSat, 19 Sep 2009 02:47:00 EST<![CDATA[The Popcorn Hour C-200 media streamer makes its way into the wild]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/http://www.engadget.com/2009/09/19/the-popcorn-hour-c-200-media-streamer-makes-its-way-into-the-wil/#commentsPopcorn Hour C-200 media streamer It looks like Popcorn Hour's C-200 media streamer is making its way into end-users' hands, so prepare yourself for a flurry of reviews. Our friend Brent over at GeekTonic should be jumping into the fray soon, and has kicked things off with a preview. Yeah, the C-200 is bigger than its sibling A-100, but it brings so much to the table that we'd say Popcorn Hour has packed in just as much -- if not more -- goodness per cubic inch. With space available for a hard and/or Blu-ray drive, wired and wireless networking, and USB ports to round out the input connectivity, the C-200 then adds a smorgasbord of codec support just to make sure your bits will survive the translation back into entertainment. With the "it plays anything" kind of capability the C-200 is promising, we've got a feeling that a positive review or two might be the only thing standing between us and a $300 dent in our credit cards.

[Via ZatzNotFunny]

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The Popcorn Hour C-200 media streamer makes its way into the wild originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As you may have noticed, the new Popcorn Hour C-200 media box didn't quite make its anticipated July launch, but the company now says that as of 12 a.m. PST August 27, pre-orders will open allowing the willing faithful to put in a request for the first batch, anticipated to ship September 3 or thereabouts. Don't remember the June announcement? The $299 Sigma powered box takes HDD, Blu-ray discs, USB or network inputs of nearly any video or audio codec available and brings them to your living room. Since then, pics and video of the units guts and interface have leaked out on the forums, check after the break or beyond the read link for a better look.

[Via MediaSmartServer.net]

Continue reading Popcorn Hour C-200 launch nearly upon us, preorders start tomorrow

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Popcorn Hour C-200 launch nearly upon us, preorders start tomorrow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As you may have noticed, the new Popcorn Hour C-200 media box didn't quite make its anticipated July launch, but the company now says that as of 12 a.m. PST August 27, pre-orders will open allowing the willing faithful to put in a request for the first batch, anticipated to ship September 3 or thereabouts. Don't remember the June announcement? The $299 Sigma powered box takes HDD, Blu-ray discs, USB or network inputs of nearly any video or audio codec available and brings them to your living room. Since then, pics and video of the units guts and interface have leaked out on the forums, check after the break or beyond the read link for a better look.

[Via MediaSmartServer.net]

Continue reading Popcorn Hour C-200 launch nearly upon us, preorders start tomorrow

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Popcorn Hour C-200 launch nearly upon us, preorders start tomorrow originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking for a more official announcement than a forum post? Beyond the read link awaits Popcorn Hour's official press release for the C-200 containing some of the details we so desperately wanted, like a July release window and price of $299. Otherwise the details remain the same with support for nearly every codec we could ask for and a front mounted drive bay ready for HDD or optical drives of your choosing. We sent over a query about the Blu-ray and Blu-ray live support mentioned, but were unable to nail down any new details -- we'd bet on being able to play back your de-AACS'd rips & backups but that's about it. Any other questions that need answering once we score some hands on time with this do it all media box?

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Popcorn Hour prices C-200 media streamer at $299, launches next month originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking for a more official announcement than a forum post? Beyond the read link awaits Popcorn Hour's official press release for the C-200 containing some of the details we so desperately wanted, like a July release window and price of $299. Otherwise the details remain the same with support for nearly every codec we could ask for and a front mounted drive bay ready for HDD or optical drives of your choosing. We sent over a query about the Blu-ray and Blu-ray live support mentioned, but were unable to nail down any new details -- we'd bet on being able to play back your de-AACS'd rips & backups but that's about it. Any other questions that need answering once we score some hands on time with this do it all media box?

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Popcorn Hour prices C-200 media streamer at $299, launches next month originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The followup to the popular PopcornHour media streamer series has finally been announced, and the list of features makes it look worth the wait. Revealed in a post on the Networked Media Tank forums the C-200 contains an upgraded Sigma SMP8643 667 Mhz processor, HDMI 1.3 out, two SATA slots, a drive bay for mounting your own HDD, DVD or even Blu-ray drive (requires internal HDD or 1GB USB stick) and supports a list of networking standards, codecs and containers far too long to recount here. At first glance, only DivX jumps out as missing from the list, have a look at the forum posting and let us know if you spot. Of course, there's already a video unboxing available, seen after the break (along with the copied list of specs) or check out the full Google translated early hands on impressions from HomeTheater.co.il. The most pressing questions of when will these be available and for how much, will have to be answered at another time.

[Via HomeTheater.co.il & Geek Tonic]

Continue reading PopcornHour's latest C-200 media box is Blu-ray (& anything else) ready

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PopcornHour's latest C-200 media box is Blu-ray (& anything else) ready originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The followup to the popular PopcornHour media streamer series has finally been announced, and the list of features makes it look worth the wait. Revealed in a post on the Networked Media Tank forums the C-200 contains an upgraded Sigma SMP8643 667 Mhz processor, HDMI 1.3 out, two SATA slots, a drive bay for mounting your own HDD, DVD or even Blu-ray drive (requires internal HDD or 1GB USB stick) and supports a list of networking standards, codecs and containers far too long to recount here. At first glance, only DivX jumps out as missing from the list, have a look at the forum posting and let us know if you spot. Of course, there's already a video unboxing available, seen after the break (along with the copied list of specs) or check out the full Google translated early hands on impressions from HomeTheater.co.il. The most pressing questions of when will these be available and for how much, will have to be answered at another time.

[Via HomeTheater.co.il & Geek Tonic]

Continue reading PopcornHour's latest C-200 media box is Blu-ray (& anything else) ready

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PopcornHour's latest C-200 media box is Blu-ray (& anything else) ready originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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With HD media streamers being a dime a dozen these days, when one particular one seems gain popularity we take notice. So we figured there was no better way to learn what all the fuss is about then to spend a little time with it. The main point of our curiosity was to go beyond the specs and to try and determine how usable it was. To learn what sets the Popcorn Hour apart from the rest, click on through.

Continue reading Popcorn Hour A-110 review

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Popcorn Hour A-110 review originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We've been on a media streamer kick lately and decided to check the Popcorn Hour A-110 to see what all the fuss is about. Our first impressions are positive, but we'll hold out sharing too much until we've had more time to play. We're willing to share a few details though like the fact that the remote feels really good considering the price point ($179), the thumbscrews on the top give easy access to the drive bay (drive not included). And on top of all that, we have to admit we appreciate it it when an HDMI is included. Stay tuned for more...

Gallery: Popcorn Hour A-110 Hands-on

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Popcorn Hour A-110 Hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 Feb 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Talk about broadening one's product portfolio. Popcorn Hour, the outfit that started small with a heralded media streamer last Fall, has delved head first into the wide, wacky world of digital signage. The minuscule S-210 media streamer was built to run around the clock with little power consumption, and it packs 2GB of internal USB flash storage along with no "complicated PC architecture." Everything that goes through the device is controlled by a bundled PC app, and the included HDMI 1.1a / VGA outputs link your advertisements (or other media) to a display. Check the read link for the lengthy list of file format compatibility, and if you're into it, add one to your cart at $219.

[Thanks, elmopio]

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Popcorn Hour caters to digital signage applications with S-210 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Generally speaking, it's tough to find someone who doesn't love their Popcorn Hour media streamer. Not to say everything's perfectly kosher, however, as the lack of internal WiFi is a niggle that many cord haters have found inexcusable. Curiously enough, we heard back in May that the outfit was preparing a new trio of streamers, and one of 'em was destined to have WiFi built-in; we're still waiting on that unit, but Popcorn Hour is more than happy to give the option of retrofitting. The WN-100 is a draft-N WiFi adapter that adopts MIMO technology, supports 64- / 128-bit WEP encryption (along with WPA / WPA2, etc.) and comes sporting with a $37 price tag. Or, you can snag the A-110 with WN-100 bundle and save a whopping two bucks from buying separately.

[Thanks, AFB]

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Popcorn Hour's WN-100 dongle brings WiFi to your A-100, A-110 or B-110 originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Anton]

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Popcorn Hour's A-110 HD media streamer / B-110 motherboard reviewed originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Anton]

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Popcorn Hour's A-110 HD media streamer / B-110 motherboard reviewed originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ah, ha! There you are, Mr. B-110. When your partner in crime, the simultaneously announced A-110 HD media streamer, was spotted over at CNET UK, we knew you wouldn't be too far behind. Sure enough, the DIY motherboard -- which was designed for individuals looking to concoct their own HTPC -- has been unboxed and handled over at the aforementioned site. There is one part in particular that caught our eye in reading through the preview; the 7.1-channel analog outputs that are on the mobo will not be activated on this model, with CNETers suggesting that another, more robust version could be on the horizon. Yeah, HDMI 1.3a is still there for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD pass-through, but we are somewhat dismayed by the analog news. Anywho, check the read link for a few more snapshots and a read of what it's packing.

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Popcorn Hour's B-110 HTPC motherboard gets pictured, previewed originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Popcorn Hour's A-110 HD media streamers gets hands-on treatment originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, John]

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Popcorn Hour's A-110 HD media streamers gets hands-on treatment originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Who knows if Popcorn Hour really is still working on a couple more HD media streamers, but its latest one is definitely up for pre-order. First whispered about a few months back, the $215 A-110 is a revamped A-100 that adds 2.5- / 3.5-inch SATA HDD and USB Slave functionality, HDMI 1.3a support (for full HD audio pass-through) and an optical S/PDIF to replace the coaxial S/PDIF socket. For those of you looking for even more flexibility, you can take a look at the outfit's new B-110 Baseline. This "Home Theater Motherboard" arrives with the media enthusiast in mind, boasting support for HDMI 1.3a, optical / coaxial S/PDIF connectors, four USB 2.0 ports and a mini-ITX form factor. Both pieces should ship out within two to four weeks, but considering just how sticky things were when the A-100 launched, we'd tack on a few weeks to that estimation just in case.

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Popcorn Hour puts A-110 HD media streamer, B-110 mobo up for pre-order originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Aug 2008 09:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Who knows if Popcorn Hour really is still working on a couple more HD media streamers, but its latest one is definitely up for pre-order. First whispered about a few months back, the $215 A-110 is a revamped A-100 that adds 2.5- / 3.5-inch SATA HDD and USB Slave functionality, HDMI 1.3a support (for full HD audio pass-through) and an optical S/PDIF to replace the coaxial S/PDIF socket. For those of you looking for even more flexibility, you can take a look at the outfit's new B-110 Baseline. This "Home Theater Motherboard" arrives with the media enthusiast in mind, boasting support for HDMI 1.3a, optical / coaxial S/PDIF connectors, four USB 2.0 ports and a mini-ITX form factor. Both pieces should ship out within two to four weeks, but considering just how sticky things were when the A-100 launched, we'd tack on a few weeks to that estimation just in case.

[Thanks, Stephen and Jeff]

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Popcorn Hour puts A-110 HD media streamer, B-110 mobo up for pre-order originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Aug 2008 09:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Popcorn Hour's A-100 just can't seem to stay out of the spotlight, but even with a product that's universally loved, there's always a few things it could be better at. Now that you've had a few months to toy around with this thing, what aspects would you like to see improved? Head on over to Engadget Classic to chime in.

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How could Popcorn Hour's A-100 be improved upon? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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