Media Center PC World Headlines http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news_rss.xml News headlines from Media Center PC World - putting the PC at the center of your home Microsoft extends the XP shelf life http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/861 Microsoft has decided to extend the life of the Windows XP opera"ting system well into 2008. Microsoft releases more detail about its Extender plans http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/860 Microsoft has revealed that the new range of Media Center Extenders will be produced by Cisco, D-Link and Niveus for a November launch. Intel rolls out new chip line http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/859 Intel is dipping a toe back into the world of consumer electronics by rolling out a system-on-a-chip code-named Canmore aimed at HDTVs and other products. SanDisk introduces cut price new video PMP http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/858 SanDisk has entered the PMP market with a new cut price 'video mp3 player'. Niveus Media to support four cable tuners http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/857 Niveus Media is taking DVR functionality to the next level with their announcement to support up to four digital cable tuners leveraging CableCARD technology. Niveus Media announces extender http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/856 Niveus Media has introduced the Niveus Media Extender, a hardware device that gives users the ability to enjoy the Niveus Media Center experience throughout the whole home. ControlThink Introduces Z-Wave Enabled Platform for Mass Market Windows SideShow Enabled Remote Controls http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/855 ControlThink today announced its new ThinkRemote platform, providing PC and accessory manufacturers the ability to create mass-market Microsoft Windows SideShow-enabled remote controls using Z-Wave, the industry-standard wireless technology for home control and automation. DAE-3 IC Creates One Box Convergence for Living Room Entertainment http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/854 D2Audio announced today the release of its third generation Digital Audio Engine (DAE) platform, the DAE- IC, targeting Media PC applications. Apple TV Functionality to Be Available on an OEM Basis http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/853 C2 Microsystems and Orb Networks have announced a new reference platform that delivers digital media from the internet or a consumer's PC, to the TV. Alienware Unveils Breakthrough High Definition Media Server http://www.mediacenterpcworld.com/news/852 Triggering the latest evolution in digital entertainment, Alienware has introduced the new Alienware HD Media Server.