As I wrote about last week, Moviebeam is a consumer electronics device that gives you a whole movie rental store in your living room. For details on how the system and service work, please take a moment to re-read my original review. Late last week I received the Moviebeam HD Cable Kit, which has opened up a whole new experience with the product.
One important note: while many of you may use component video cables to connect your DVD player or digital cable/satellite box to your HDTV set, it’s important to know that you are only getting part of the HD picture! Component video, while better than composite and s-video, is still analog, and does not carry a perfect digital signal all the way to your set. Furthermore, component video does not include any digital copy protection technologies, so if a manufacturer or content provider wants to offer protected-on
ly content, they must use a secure technology, which IS provided through digital cable connections such as HDMI and DVI. Most important for you: if you HAVE the option to switch from component to either HDMI or DVI cabling, go to the store and get the right cables immediately! To quote a true genius, “you ain’t seen nuthin’ yet!”
One of the most comforting moments I can enjoy is to make myself a slice of toast for breakfast or for a midday snack. As for me, toast is one of those perfect foods that will hardly ever go out of style and fashion.