KWorld offering Vista-ready satellite TV-tuners

Digital TV On PC: Taiwan-based multimedia PC company KWorld Computer is offering a pair of Windows Vista-ready DVB-S TV-tuner cards, one for desktops and the other for notebooks, according to information on the company website. The Plus TV DVB-S PI210 enables almost any PC with a free PCI slot to receive free-to-air digital satellite broadcasts, as well as analog TV and FM radio. KWorld bundles the PI210 with its HyperMedia software package which supports functions including picture-in-picture (PIP), time-shifting and access to electronic program guides (EPGs) and allows scheduled recording even when the PC is powered off, according to specification listed on the website.The compact Plus TV DVB-S 300U offers similar capabilities as the PI210 but uses USB connectivity.

Sony Offers Combo Computer-HDTV

Digital TV On PC: Who says you can't have your computer and HDTV, too? Sony on Monday announced the launch of the first all-in-one high-definition PC and TV combination featuring Blu-ray DVD disc technology. The Vaio LT HD PC/TV features a 22-inch diagonal widescreen display and serves as a computer entertainment center, allowing users to watch and record analog, digital and cable television shows, including premium HD channels. A cable card is required.Sony's new device comes in both standard and high-def models priced at roughly $1,900 and $2,900, respectively. The Blu-ray disc optical drive on the HD version allows users to watch movies in high definition as well as record, store and play back personal content on BD media, which holds up to 50 GB on a single disc, the company said.

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