Pinnacle HD Pro Stick: Decent Hardware, Terrible Software

Published on November 16, 2006 to Digital Entertainment Miscellaneous

Mike Baggaley liked Pinnacle's diminutive SD/HD USB tuner-as long as he didn't have to use the bundled software. Read more

Pinnacle Showcenter 200 Brings HD To The Living Room

Published on July 15, 2005 to Networking

Pinnacle's new Showcenter 200 brings HD features after "broadcasting" sound, video and photographs around the home. More compact, the 200 also provides a front-mounted USB socket (for connecting a hard disk) and uPnP compatibility. Read more

Sky's the Limit Video Editing: Pinnacle Studio 9

Published on March 15, 2004 to Networking

Video specialist Pinnacle gives its video editing software a new makeover. Easier-to-use, less crash prone, feature rich, Pinnacle has attempted to heed its loyal customer base's wishes with the latest edition of its Studio software. Read more

Symbiosis Between PC And Hi-Fi Device: Pinnacle ShowCenter

Published on December 5, 2003 to Home Theater

Why has the PC not managed up to now to gain acceptance as a high-end multimedia device for stereo-quality sound and DVD video? The reasons vary, between fan noise and lack of compatibility with big-screen TV screens. But now, Pinnacle has launched a silent player that imports videos, music and photos from the PC to the TV with or without wires. Appropriately called the ShowCenter, the system was designed to fit stereo cabinets. Do we even have to say it comes with a remote-control unit for couch potatoes who can't be bothered? Read more

Video Editing for $250: Pinnacle Studio DV Plus

Published on January 11, 2001 to Networking

The Studio DV Plus is a low-priced video editing card with a digital fire-wire interface. We raised the question: what use is the card when used in conjunction with DV cameras? Read more