The new Buffalo LT-V200 Link Theater media player provides a SATA port and a USB port, so you can turn this media player into a Network-attached storage. The device also has a Remote Play function, allowing you to stream content to your Android tablets or iOS devices. The Buffalo LT-V200 supports most of famous multimedia format such as MPEG-1/2, WMV9, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Divx HD, FLV, Real Video, AAC, MP3, WMA, WAV, OGG, FLAC, Dolby Digital and DTS. The Buffalo LT-V200 Link Theater media player will be released in Japan next month for 14,000 Yen ($180). [Akihabara]
The Seagate GoFlex Cinema media drive is ideal for movie buffs. Available in 1TB, 2TB and 3TB of storage capacities, this home entertainment storage center is able to store all of your favorite movies. The Seagate GoFlex Cinema supports most of popular file formats including Xvid HD, AVI, MPEG-2 (VOB/ISO), MPEG-1, MPEG-4 (Xvid), AVC HD, H.264, MKV, FLV, MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC and WMA. You can connect this media drive directly to your HDTV or projector via an HDMI or a composite video output. The Seagate GoFlex Cinema is currently available in Europe for $136(1TB), $177(2TB), and $246(3TB). [Slashgear]
Amazon has started selling the Xtreamer SideWinder 2 media player for $169.48. For your info, the original price was $199.99, so you can save $30.51. What makes the Xtreamer SideWinder 2 media player special is that it is powered by a powerful Realtek RTD 1185 processor and supports the USB 3.0 interface. What’s more, this media player also features a 1080P HD video playback, an HTML 5 API, a built-in Wi-Fi, the Adobe Flash Web browser, a 256MB DDR3 RAM, an HDMI port, and a slot for a 2.5-inch hard disk drive. [Amazon via 7Gadgets]
Roku has introduced three new additions to its line of streaming video players, the Roku 2 HD, Roku 2 XD and Roku 2 XS. The Roku 2 HD player supports up to 720p HD video, while the Roku 2 XD player supports up to 1080p HD video. The Roku 2 XS includes an Ethernet port and USB port for playing music and videos. This model also brings a full free version of Rovio’s Angry Birds game on to TV for the first time. All Roku 2 models provide support for wireless Internet connections, Bluetooth connectivity and a microSD card slot for storage expansion. Additional games will be available shortly after launch including Angry Birds Rio and Angry Birds Seasons. The Roku 2 HD, Roku 2 XD and Roku 2 XS are priced at $59.99, $79.99 and $99.99, respectively. Read more
AMEX Digital today unveiled the MP-G7 Media Gate Android TV media player. The gadget is powered by a dual-core ARM Cortex processor that is capable of delivering full HD video output over HDMI. The AMEX Digital MP-G7 also supports USB devices such as a keyboard and a mouse. Other specs include a 2.5-inch hard drive, an SD memory card slot, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity. The AMEX Digital MP-G7 Android TV media player is priced at around $200. [AMEX Digital]
The Pocket HiFi C4 Pro from Colorfly is the first media player, which is capable of playing 24bit/192KHz WAV files. Targeted at audiophiles, the gadget features a luxurious hand-engraved black walnut housing, a CIRRUS Logic CS4398 DAC and CS8422 SRC chips, which gives the player a crisp, clear sound (108dB signal-to-noise ratio) that is close to what the ear can hear (120dB dynamic range). Other features include an SPDIF port, a microSD slot and headphone jacks in both 6.3 or 3.5-mm sizes. The Colorfly Pocket HiFi C4 Pro is priced at $799 a pop. [Product Page]
Yamaha has rolled out the NPS2000 network player in Japan. The NPS2000 will play music files stored on your home computer network from a NAS drive, or home PC/ Mac via your network into your home HiFi system with the very highest level of sound quality. The Yamaha NPS2000 has no hard drive or CD drive, which eliminates all sources of electrical noise. The back panel of this network player also features extensive connectivity including balanced audio outputs on XLR connectors, making sure the Yamaha NPS2000 matches high end pre-amplifiers and integrated amplifiers. What’s more, the Yamaha NPS2000 is compatible with FLAC, WAV, MP3, WMA and AAC. The new Yamaha NPS2000 retails for 208,950 Yen or around $2,523. [HiFiGear]
The Pioneer ASX-1021 is the company’s first AirPlay-compatible AV receiver. The gadget requires an additional Pioneer-compatible AS-WL300 wireless LAN adapter (sold separately) that allows you to stream audio from your iPod, iPhone or iPad to your home theater system. There are also several free apps on the Apple App Store, which allow you to remotely control the Pionner ASX-1021 from your iPod, iPhone or iPad. The Pioneer ASX-1021 AirPlay-compatible AV receiver is priced at $549.99. [Pioneer]
The GO Media HD player is claimed to be the smallest HD media player in the world. Measuring at just 82mm x 15mm, this gadget provides the most simple and convenient way to enjoy all your HD media while on-the-go. The GO Media HD supports most of famous multimedia files such as MP3, WMA, ACC, FLAC, MID, OGG, WAV, RMVB, 3GP, DAT, AVI, DIVX, FLV, MKV, MPEG4, RM, and VOB. $34.97 is all you need to bring home this portable HD media player. [Product Page]
The Iomega 2TB ScreenPlay DX HD media player is now available via Amazon. The gadget streams movies from Netflix and music from Pandora (US only). This DivX-certified media player also allows you to access videos, movies, photos, and songs on the Internet using the built-in web browser with Flash 10.1 plug-in. The Iomega 2TB ScreenPlay DX HD media player supports 1080p HD video playback, Dolby Digital Audio and DTS for superior sound. If you are interested, you can purchase the Iomega 2TB ScreenPlay DX HD media player for $299.99 a pop. [Product Page]
