I would personally prefer a cheaper TV without a built-in PC or blu-ray player, but it’s still really interesting to see all these new machines hitting the market in a rapid pace. The Allio PCTV comes with a built-in home theater PC including a blu-ray drive. The flagship model is $2799…

Allio 42-inch HDTV with PC and Blu-ray Player [hothardware.com]

The ZvBox is a brand new product from a new startup called ZeeVee. Basically it is a device that turns your computer content into a digital-cable signal that can be distributed through your existing antenna at home and make it possible to view the computer content on other HDTV screens in your home. The main problem with this device is that the HDTV need to be ready for digital-cable to make it work as planned. Along with the device you will get a wireless keyboard and a remote. The system is capable of showing content up to 1080i (not 1080p). Full press release inside.

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