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Cheap DivX Solution For Your Entertainment Center

Posted by timothy on from the so-lotr-extended-can-fit-on-one dept.

joemite writes "I-O DATA recently announced the release of their LinkPlayer, which can decode DivX files from DVDs, CDs, USB thumb drives, and network file shares. At $249 suggested retail, I know what I'm wishing for this Christmas!" For simpler (no network shares, no thumb drives) and even cheaper set-ups, a few standalone DVD players -- the Philips DVP642 is one -- will play DivX files from recordable CDs andd DVDs.

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  1. Mmm, Engrish. by modifried · · Score: 5, Funny

    From the product page:

    "And DHCP server function help you to setup IP address automatically.We guarantee you, your familiy or your guest have an exciting time!"

    "Oustside enjoy listening music or shooting photos, and then after going back home, you just insert your gadjet to this USB port. LinkPlayer can pickup inside any files for your relax time."

    "LinkPlayer remote controller is not normal. Many buttons for your convinience."

    "We will keep to make much effort for your satisfaction. Now the following certifications have already been passed. Also we'll update more after finish. Don't miss anymore."

    1. Re:Mmm, Engrish. by zakezuke · · Score: 4, Funny

      (Sadly, I *was* fixing DHCP last night... but I have a baby boy, and can't go out anyways...)

      Your baby boy handles DHCP? I try to assign children IP address but they can't be bothered to remember even the most simple of subnets. They all drop packets too, and where the hell do you put the RJ-45 jack?

      --
      There is no sanctuary. There is no sanctuary. SHUT UP! There is no shut up. There is no shut up.
  2. All that's missing by Stavr0 · · Score: 2, Funny

    is a firmware upgrade that installs a bittorrent client and you don't even need a PC anymore.