The Tech Loft

So I got to try Microsoft’s XBox 360 Kinect motion sensor system and I was quite pleased with it’s first impressions. I was able to play Kinect Sports and Kinect Adventure . Both titles are most probably intended for group play but I had fun playing them solo. Now I only got to play with the Kinect system for a about 40 minutes and this posting is a mini review.

Hey readers! Just finished uploading a new video UNBOXING a Flip Ultra HD U2120 High-Definition Camcorder . Watch it!Then visit my YouTube Channel and SUBSCRIBE ! httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0dd_D8L0-o

YES, YOU CAN STREAM RADIO THROUGH YOUR PS3 Did you know that you can listen to streaming radio through your PlayStation 3 (PS3) ENTERTANMENT console ? Well it’s very true and I am able to stream live radio through Playstation 3 console. The download that lets you accomplish this cool task is PS3 Radio. PS3 Radio is a free download and ‘plugs in’ to PS3 Media Server. TIMELY INSTALLATION, BUT EASY Setting up PS3 Radio is very easy but takes awhile to setup, so make sure you have a movie or video game ready because with the downloading of the radio files and ‘Playlist conversion’ process, it’s over an hour! But again, it’s very cool to have this feature enabled on your PS3 ENTERTAINMENT console . THE HOW-TO ON LISTENING TO LIVE RADIO Here’s that you’ll need: – Windows based PC – PS3 Media Server – PS3 Radio – PlayStation 3 Entertainment Console – PC and PS3 networked together on the same subnet (eg. 192.168.1.100, 192.168.1.102) 1. Download and install PS3 ...

PS3 Playstation Sound Bar is the first single speaker audio solution designed specifically for the PlayStation®3 system. Proprietary technology creates the equivalent of a home theater system bringing to life sounds not normally audible with conventional acoustic systems. Four sound fields and two sound modes enhance the overall gaming experience. · All-in-one surround sound speaker system optimized for the PlayStation®3 system · Proprietary S-Force technology creates the equivalent of five-speaker surround sound · Four sound fields and two sound modes designed specifically for gaming · 2.1 channels, integrated sub-woofer · Matches the design of the PlayStation®3 system Feel free to click and order your PlayStation 3 (PS3) Sound Bar !

NetFlix has arrived in Canada! After announcing of their plans to enter Canadian households, NetFlix is now live. So I’ve decided to publish my Netflix Canada review. Canadians will now be able to enjoy movies and tv shows streamed right to their PCs, PlayStation 3s (PS3) and Nintendo Wiis. XBox 360 owners will have a wait a tiny bit longer, but the service will be available the 360 as well  can access Netflix too, but you require a XBox Live Gold membership to access the service. Don’t get me started on XBox Live requirement to access Netflix, I’ve blogged about it here . Now there is also a NetFlix app found in Apple’s App Store and that it a free download so you can enjoy the service on your iPod/iPhone/iPad. NetFlix is offering Canadians a free one month trial to their their service and charging $7.99 per month for unlimited streaming once your trial is over. Now as of this post (September 29th 2010), the service in Canada is $1 cheaper than in the US! I think we’r...

Readers! Let me introduce to you, my PlayStation Move motion controller for the PlayStation 3 (PS3)! It has arrived TODAY and on release day no less!! Wow, I am impressed! Let me also add that I pre-ordered it at a $10 discount! BONUS!! So in the video you’ll find me unboxing the PS Move game combo. The game combo include Move motion controller, PS EyeToy and Sports Champions game . Since the device has just arrived, it’s charging up. No word on game play until it’s charged up and taken for a test run.

I received Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 as one of my birthday gifts a few days ago. I’ll be adding my review of the game to this post but first, let me post some screen shots from the face rendering part of the game. For PlayStation 3 (PS3) owners, Tiger Woods PGA 11 is going to be PlayStation MOVE compatible!