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The Road Ahead : April May 2012
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WWW.ROADAHEAD.COM.AU THE ROAD AHEAD APR/MAY 2012 20 STREAMING MOVIES FROM YOUR COMPUTER Have a bunch of movies sitting on your computer that you'd love to watch on your TV instead of the computer? Then time to start streaming. Unclear on what streaming is? Streaming sends data (a movie) from one device (a computer) to another (a TV), without having to create a replica copy of the data onto your TV. You'll need a device that stores and makes the data available for streaming (computer) and another device (Xbox or PS3) to play the content. Both devices need to be connected to the same network and able to talk to each other. If you are a Windows 7 user, simply enable HomeGroup. It'll tell your computer that your movie can be shared and starts sharing for you using DLNA protocol (that's a whole other article). The compatible device connected to your TV will see the content on the computer, allowing you to play it back via the Xbox or PS3 on the big screen. If you're a Mac user, or purchase content from iTunes, it will contain Digital Rights Management (DRM), so it won't play per the scenario above. You will need to purchase an Apple TV and connect it to your TV, allowing the DRM content that is stored on your Mac, or content rented directly from iTunes, to stream. The best way to start is to have a technician check out which devices you already have, how you're using them and then apply the right solution for you. Have more questions or need help? Contact gizmo on 1300 275 449 or email help@gizmo.com.au. PROTECT YOUR COMPUTER TODAY. VISIT WWW.GIZMO.COM.AU OR CALL GIZMO ON 1300 275 449, AND THEY'LL RECOMMEND THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE AND PRODUCT FOR YOU. check out: hi-tech recorders Gadgets to enhance your next outdoor adventure. GET UP CLOSE and watch it later, thanks to Sony's DEV5 binoculars, the world's first binoculars that can record full HD video in stereo sound. The variable zoom scans a wide area at low magnification before zooming in (from 0.9x up to 20x) to pinpoint the subject, which is kept crisp and clear with electronic autofocus. Relive your adventure by connecting to a HD television or PC. Available for $1999 (RRP). www.sony.com.au LOOKING FOR A compact camera that's tough? The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT3 incorporates GPS technology, an altimeter, compass and barometer in a compact and claimed waterproof, shockproof, dustproof and freezeproof design. Packing a powerful punch with its 12.1 megapixels and 4.6x optical zoom, this take-anywhere camera takes quality still images as well as recording full HD movies in AVCHD format. Available for $499 (RRP). www.panasonic.com.au HOME COMPUTERS WITH GIZMO IF WIND SPEED is important to the safety and enjoyment of your chosen safety and enjoyment of your chosen outdoor adventure, the WindScribe is a handy device to pack. Weighing in at just 100 grams, this ultrasonic wind meter reads the wind speed in your chosen measurement (including mph, km/h and knots) plus temperature and wind chill. Sensitive to breezes as low as 0.6 km/h, while withstanding winds as high as 240 km/h, the WindScribe is available for $159.50. www.davisnet.com.au LIFESTYLE TECH + GADGETS
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