Skip to Content

Massively has the latest Warhammer Online news, guides and analysis!
AOL Tech

Poll: Are you intrigued by in-home 3D technology?

by Darren Murph, posted Oct 4th 2008 at 12:00PM


Yet again, this week has delivered two more impressive innovations in the in-home 3D space, and yet again, we're left to wonder if this stuff actually has teeth. We know at least some studios are putting a great deal of cash and effort into 3D technology, but are existing HDTV owners (and to an even greater extent, non-HDTV owners) ready to give this stuff a go? We suppose no-glasses-necessary 3D isn't so annoying, but having to sit almost directly in front of the set to get the experience is hardly more convenient. We know -- anything can succeed with enough marketing, but are you personally intrigued by 3D in the home? Are you champing at the bit to grab hold of more 3D material? Vent away in comments below.

Are you intrigued by in-home 3D technology?

Poll: Are $200 Blu-ray players cheap enough for you?

by Darren Murph, posted Sep 27th 2008 at 12:00PM


We won't go so far as to say that this week has been monumental or anything, but we're starting to see Blu-ray player prices (on the whole) inching downward. For starters, two aged BD decks broke the $200 mark this week, and even a few new players are getting MSRPs far lower than what we're accustomed to seeing. We've big hopes for player prices on Black Friday, and even bigger dreams for the run-up to the end of 2008, but given the current market scenario, is $200 low enough for you to finally buy in? How does that compare to your buy-in price for DVD / VHS? Do players still need to drop even lower before the population at large starts sinking their cash into the Blu? Sound off in comments below.

[Image courtesy of Electronic House]

Are $200 Blu-ray players cheap enough for you?

The age of the HD digital camera: are you in?

by Darren Murph, posted Sep 25th 2008 at 12:00PM


It's a crazy world we live in, and as of Q3 2008, it's a world where HD video capturing can now be accomplished on a digital SLR. Just think -- earlier this decade live view LCDs and 1080p capture modes weren't even mentioned in the same sentence as "DSLR," and now, here we are gawking at Nikon's D90 and Canon's even newer EOS 5D Mark II. With 720p and 1080p video modes (respectively), we're beginning to wonder if there's really, honestly a need for handheld camcorders. Granted, the amount of specialized video features you're apt to find on a consumer camcorder will best those found on either of the aforementioned DSLRs, but if you're not looking to shoot seriously, does it even matter? We're putting it to you, fine readers -- will an HD-capable DSLR be good enough, or will you still want a separate camcorder?

The age of the HD digital camera: are you in?


Poll: What's the most you'd pay for the ultimate HTPC?

by Ben Drawbaugh, posted Sep 23rd 2008 at 12:21PM

Niveus HTPC
The wide range of computers that can pull duty as a HTPC varies wildly from $500 all the way up to $25,000, but at what point are you getting the best money can buy, or just throwing money away? Many in these parts like to role there own, while others spend the big bucks on the latest Nievus system. So we're asking, what's the most you'd pay for the ultimate HTPC? We're not talking about the whole setup here, just the main unit, so digital cable tuners would be included, but not media streamers like Microsoft's Extenders. What we really want to know is, assuming these high dollar systems do actually offer the best possible solution, are they even worth it at their high price?

What's the most you'd pay for the ultimate HTPC?



[Thanks, Derek]

Poll: Are you sold on Blu-ray Profile 2.0?

by Darren Murph, posted Sep 20th 2008 at 12:00PM


It's a little strange, really. Profile 2.0, which is currently the most up-to-date Profile in the world of Blu-ray, launched months ago. Even still, deck manufacturers insist on pumping out middle-of-the-road players stuck at Profile 1.1. We know, a lot of that has to do with keeping costs to a minimum, but is there really more to it? Are consumers at large really not into interactive content? Is web connectivity not as amazing as backers would have you believe? Do you, in particular, care if your Blu-ray player supports Profile 2.0 / BD-Live? Let us know just what you think in comments below, and tell us if your opinion would change should a $99 Profile 2.0 player hit the market.

Are you sold on Blu-ray Profile 2.0?

Poll: Favorite announcement at CEDIA 2008?

by Darren Murph, posted Sep 13th 2008 at 12:00PM


CEDIA 2008 is behind us, and CES 2009 has already been spotted just around the bend. But before we go getting ahead of ourselves, we're curious to know what your favorite item / technology was from the show floor in Denver. Were you digging that 400-disc Blu-ray Mega Changer? Jazzed about wireless HD yet? Floored by any of those HDTVs / speakers? Feel free to drop your vote in below, and if your fav isn't listed, stand tall and represent it in comments below.

Favorite announcement at CEDIA 2008?

Poll: Are you intentionally delaying an HDTV purchase?

by Darren Murph, posted Aug 23rd 2008 at 12:00PM


We already heard that prices were still a huge determining factor in flat-panel purchasing decisions (surprise, surprise, right?), but with new reports asserting that a sweet two-fer of price drops could be on the way, we're curious as to what you're doing. Are you intentionally duct taping your index finger away from the left-click button? Are you buying anyway? Or might you replace that mildly aged set (or add another in the bed- / guestroom) if the prices are low enough? Let us know your game plan in the poll below.

[Image courtesy of ABC]

Are you intentionally delaying an HDTV purchase?

Poll: Do you still use component?

by Ben Drawbaugh, posted Aug 19th 2008 at 3:29PM

Component Video CablesWe live in an ever changing world of electronics -- which is the way we like it -- but sometimes we try to hold on to the past. It's not that we don't like progress or change, but it's just that we feel that for us to throw out all of our old stuff and replace it with new stuff, that the new stuff had better be an improvement. Recently we started playing with Vudu again, and one thing we realized we missed in our review was the fact that HDMI is required for HD viewing. We find this new trend to kill component video a real drag, but wonder is it time to let go? We know that custom integrators don't like HDMI, but other than that, are we the only ones holding on to the ability to use existing custom cables that don't fall out on their own?

Do you still use component?

Poll: Due to HD, have you tuned into the Olympics more?

by Darren Murph, posted Aug 16th 2008 at 12:00PM


One masochist notwithstanding, we're pretty sure you haven't sat down for days straight to watch the Summer Games from Beijing, but we're wondering if the superabundance of high-def Olympics programming has changed your perspective on the entire spectacle. Here at Engadget HQ, we've found ourselves captivated by more Olympics footage in the first week than we can ever remember in Games' past, and there's no question that having the events in high-definition caused us to keep flipping back. Is the same phenomenon happening at your house? Are you inexplicably anxious to come home and check out some of the world's greatest athletes in beautiful high-def? Tell us how the HD onslaught has affected your Olympics viewing (if at all).

[Image courtesy of Yahoo! Sports]

Due to HD, have you tuned into the Olympics more?

Poll: Did you purchase an HD DVD player post-format war?

by Darren Murph, posted Aug 9th 2008 at 12:00PM


While scads of HD DVD adopters took advantage of extended return periods in order to rid themselves of the defunct format, we wonder who ran out to acquire a player at rock-bottom prices? Even now, the cost of entry into Blu-ray is still ridiculously high, and it's not like we ever had any issues with the image / audio quality of HD DVDs. Rather than beating around the proverbial bush, we'll get right down to it: did you rush out to buy an HD DVD player soon after the format war concluded? Did you stock up on HD DVD titles at bargain basement prices? Are you still enjoying your HD DVD player right now? Tell us how your unit is faring after a few months of being shunned by everyone else, and don't even think of being shy.

Did you purchase an HD DVD player post-format war?


Poll: Do you still visit the store for movie rentals?

by Darren Murph, posted Aug 7th 2008 at 9:45PM


After reading a somewhat shocking survey here recently which found that most Americans saw in-store renting as a fading habit, we began to wonder if those sentiments were reflected by the actions of our readers. Of course, even Blockbuster is making moves to protect itself should people resort to by-mail / online rentals en masse, so it's not like folks aren't already going to the store less often. How do you get your rentals the majority of the time? By walking to your mailbox? By utilizing that broadband internet you pay so dearly for? Or do you still enjoy taking the family out to your local rental store at ~$4.00 / gallon?

[Image courtesy of Boston]

Do you still visit the store for movie rentals?

Poll: With over 100 HD channels, are you switching to satellite?

by Darren Murph, posted Aug 2nd 2008 at 12:00PM


Phew. Talk about a whirlwind of high-def announcements this week. No sooner did DirecTV trumpet its march to 130 HD channels did DISH Network hit back with a nice round 150 figure. Cablevision tried its best to garner some attention with a boastful press release to celebrate the big six-o, but it's clear who the two HD leaders in America are now (with Verizon breathing down their necks in a few 'hoods). That being said, are you finally getting the itch to throw caution to the wind and toss a dish upside your house? Are you really ready to say goodbye to those cable company bundle discounts? And if 130 / 150 isn't enough, what milestone will the satcasters have to reach before you cave?

[Image courtesy of WikiMedia]

With over 100 HD channels, are you switching to satellite?

Poll: Do you receive your local news in HD?

by Darren Murph, posted Jul 26th 2008 at 12:00PM


As America reached an important (in our eyes, anyway) milestone this week by securing 100 high-def news stations, we began to wonder how many of you readers are actually close enough to tune into one of them. Here at Engadget HQ, we're lucky enough to be near one of those stations, but with the ratio of citizens to HD news outlets being so lopsided, we wouldn't be surprised to see the majority of you still in the dark (read: stuck with talking heads in SD). So, are you able to snag your local newscasts in HD? If so, do you even tune in to take advantage? Oh, and here's a bonus question you can answer in comments: are you close to more than one HD news station?

Do you receive your local news in HD?


Poll: Are you HDTV shopping with the lowered prices?

by Darren Murph, posted Jul 19th 2008 at 12:00PM


Now that big brands are hacking their MSRPs down to more manageable levels, are you suddenly forcing yourself into the market for a new set? Yeah, Black Friday 2008 is closing in by the minute, but waiting is tough, is it not? And heck, with a well received 32-inch plasma going for just north of five bills, it's a great time be a buyer. So, are you looking to take advantage of the lowered prices and snag a new / secondary HDTV, or are you waiting for one reason or another? Speak up!

[Image courtesy of StarTribune]

Are you HDTV shopping with the lowered prices?

Poll: Where do you buy your Blu-ray Discs?

by Darren Murph, posted Jul 12th 2008 at 12:00PM


With a report emerging this week pegging Best Buy as the go-to location for Blu-ray Disc purchases, it stirred up some curiosity here at Engadget HQ. Personally, we prefer to snag our discs online; there's just something about receiving those corrugated boxes on our doorstep that does it for us. We're interested to see where you procure most of your own BD titles -- in a store (which one?), online (which e-tailer?) or out of the back of a white panel van? You can keep quiet if it's the latter.

Where do you buy your Blu-ray Discs?





Weblogs, Inc. Network

AOL News

Other Weblogs Inc. Network blogs you might be interested in:

Joystiq
Download Squad
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW)
BloggingStocks
Xbox 360 Fanboy
Autoblog
Big Download Blog
Fanhouse NFL Blog