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Elgato EyeTV Hybrid (2010)

Macworld Rating

3.5 out of 5 Mice, May 7, 2010

Pros

  • Lets you watch, record, edit, and export TV shows
  • Works with free and HD programs
  • Software includes editing functionality

Cons

  • Antenna not included
  • IR remote requires line-of-sight
  • Can't set number of episodes to record with Smart Series
  • Complicated to use with cable or satellite boxes

$150

Macworld's Elgato EyeTV Hybrid (2010) Coverage

  • Elgato EyeTV Hybrid (2010) If you live somewhere with good over-the-air reception or have unencrypted cable channels, the EyeTV Hybrid is a great way to watch, record, and convert TV shows.
  • Expo Notes: OWC Mac mini-based home media system Creating a Mac mini-based media center and finding the right combination of hardware and software can be a lot of hard work. At Macworld 2011, OWC demoed its attempt to simply the process.
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