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Boxee Box gets another update, cements its position as the best HTSTB money can buy.

May 24, 2011May 25, 2011 Danny X 10 foot interface, Boxee, Boxee Box, DLink, HTPC, media streamer, Netflix6 Comments

Much has been said of the Boxee Box, D-link’s fledgling foray into the world of home theatre set-top boxes, running the gamut from “streamlined” and “Polished” (agreed!) to “Disappointing” (…not so much). While it’s true that D-link’s little box has been lacking in some key areas (cough cough MUSIC PLAYER cough), when it comes to ease of use and across-the-board file compatibility, Boxee sits in a class that is simply untouchable by heavy hitters like GoogleTV, Roku, and especially AppleTV. Now, after a scant 6 months, Boxee has widened that…

Game Of Thrones title sequence design

May 16, 2011May 17, 2011 Doug Groves Angus Wall, Art Of The Title, Elastic.tv, Game Of Thrones, George R R Martin, HBO, HBO Canada, title sequence0 comment

If you haven’t already seen the HBO series Game Of Thrones, which airs in the US and Canada, I can’t highly recommend it enough. Based on George R. R. Martin’s fantasy series of novels, the setting is more medival earth in a lot of ways compared to most sword and sorcery fare. It also has an amazing title sequence which stands as a work of art in its own right.

Netflix Canada introduces user-controlled data rates and Paramount Pictures

March 29, 2011April 4, 2011 Doug Groves Netflix, Paramount, streaming video, video on demand, VOD0 comment

It’s been a busy week for Netflix, especially when it comes to the Canadian market. When they launched in Canada last fall with its streaming only service, some people were skeptical, as the inital library of titles was a little bit thin, especially without the support of physical media rentals. Since then, the company has continued to add both TV and film titles at a fairly brisk pace. Another concern for many was the restictive caps most Canadian internet users face from their providers.

Netflix on Boxee Box – Happy Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2011September 26, 2012 Doug Groves Boxee Box, media player, Netflix, Software, streaming video, update3 Comments

It’s no secret that there are Boxee Box fans here at RGB. The coolest looking little media player has proven itself to be a very flexible workhorse. Today, Boxee CEO Avner Ronen posted that the newest update has started rolling out, and with it, the long-awaited Netflix compatibility for both the US and Canada.

Toronto Comic Con annouces line-up

January 20, 2011September 26, 2012 Doug Groves Buffy, event, Star Wars, Toronto, Toronto Comic Con, Wizards World1 Comment

Fan Expo may be the biggest comic convention in Canada, but it’s not the only one. The line up for Wizard’s 2011 Toronto Comic Con was announced earlier this week, and it’s chalk full of fandom favourites including Star Wars alumni Billy Dee Williams and David Prowse. Of course, beyond the pop culture draws, there will be plenty of comic creators on hand.

Fan Expo adds fourth day and moves back south

January 11, 2011January 12, 2011 Doug Groves 2 Comments

Although widely known to be the last weekend in August, Hobbystar has announced the dates for Fan Expo 2011. This year the show will run from Thursday August 25 to Sunday August 28th. After the sardine crush of 2010, the convention is not only moving back to the more spacious South Building, they’re taking over the whole South Building, which gives them over 400,000 square feet of geeky goodness. They’ve also extended the convention to include Thursday which should alleviate some of 2010’s problems.

Boxee Box confirmed features

November 8, 2010November 12, 2010 Doug Groves Astro Studios, Boxee, Boxee Box, D-Link, features, XBMC3 Comments

As a long time Boxee software user, there’s a reason I’m looking forward to the new Boxee Box built by D-Link and designed by San Francisco design company Astro Studios. The diminutive media player designed to play internet and local content to your television is more expensive than the cheaper players like the Asus O!Play Air and the WD Live TV HD, but cheaper than a HTPC. Boxee, with it’s XBMC pedigree, has an unprecedented level of codec support, only bested by a dedicated Windows PC setup, and the user…

AMC’s The Walking Dead gets a Mini-doc

October 12, 2010October 12, 2010 Doug Groves AMC, Documentary, Frank Darabont, Robert Kirkman, The Walking Dead, video2 Comments

It’s no secret that the RGB Filter bullpen has more than its share of zombie fans, which explains why this isn’t the first time we’ve posted about The Walking Dead TV series coming out from AMC, which kicks off on All Hallow’s Eve. As part of the build-up, AMC has released a new 18 minute documentary on the making of the show, talking with the producers, actors, and writer of the the comic, Robert Kirkman.

Fan Expo 2010 – Bedlam Ink

October 1, 2010October 5, 2010 Doug Groves Bedlam Ink, Fan Expo, Fan Expo 2010, Jessie Lam, Lost Girl, motion comic, Navid Khavari, Show, Showcase, Tigh Walker, video, webcomic4 Comments

The folks over at Bedlam Ink, who are charged with doing additional storytelling for the new Showcase series Lost Girl were at the Fan Expo booth this year. This included both a printed comic, which is a standalone story, as well as a motion comic that works as a prequel to the TV series. Jessie, Navid and Tigh from Bedlam Ink were kind enough to take some time to talk with us about how the comics tie into the series, and some of the process of developing the comics for…

Nine Questions with Lost Girl Creator and Writer Michelle Lovretta

September 30, 2010October 2, 2010 drsquid Anna Silk, canada, Fan Expo, interview, Kris Holden-Ried, Lost Girl, Q&A, Showcase, Television, TV, writer74 Comments

Last week we put up our interview with the stars of the new Showcase Original TV Series Lost Girl. This week we got a chance to interview Michelle Lovretta, the creator, co-show runner and writer of five of the thirteen episodes, via email. In the interview Michelle talks about the show, how the lead character Bo relates to other strong female genre show characters, the role of sexuality in Lost Girl and much more. I will also be posting my thoughts about the actual show soon, probably after I have…

Fan Expo 2010 – Interview with Anna Silk and Kris Holden-Ried

September 23, 2010October 12, 2010 Doug Groves Anna Silk, canada, Fan Expo, Fan Expo 2010, interview, Kris Holden-Ried, Lost Girl, Show, Showcase, supernatural, TV, video5 Comments

Showcase was on hand at Fan Expo promoting their new TV Series Lost Girl, and we managed to get some time to talk with stars Anna Silk (Bo) and Kris Holden-Ried (Dyson). The show, about a succubus who’s only recently become aware of the larger supernatural fae world of which she’s a part, airs Sundays at 9pm. In this interview, Alex talks with Anna and Kris, who give us an idea of what it’s like working on the supernatural thriller, as well as some insights into their individual characters, and…

Netflix launches Canadian streaming package

September 22, 2010September 24, 2010 Doug Groves event, Mobile, Netflix, Netflix Canada, rental, streamning3 Comments

The long awaited Netflix Canada is now open for business. The service features a wide selection of movies and TV shows, accessible through a variety of devices. Unlike the disc based options available in the US, the Canadian service is unlimited streaming for $7.99 a month, and is available for viewing on a variety of platforms, including the PC, Wii, iPhone/iPad and PS3. Netflix for the Xbox 360, which was the first console to get the service in the US, won’t be available until later this fall. No doubt this…