by Albert Mutangiri
14. September 2010 06:59
Been battling lately to configure PS3 media server on my home network. I tried this PS3 media server with no luck, i could see the folder structure on my playstation console, but just couldnt just open the media files.

With Windows Media Player 11 which is included with Microsoft Windows 7 and available as an update or download for Windows XP has the ability to perform as a media server .
Great news on that is that since Microsoft is a board member of the DLNA, the media server can function as a DLNA media server. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that
enables digital devices such as personal computers, digital video recorders, and TVs to be connected on a network and to share data that is on other connected, DLNA-compatible devices.
DLNA-compatible devices serve two different functions.
"Servers" distribute media such as image, music, or video files, and "clients" receive and play the media. Some devices perform both functions.

Using a PS3™ system as a client, you can display images, or play music or video files that are stored on a device with DLNA Media Server functionality over a network
DLNA media servers can be connected to from a number of devices, most importantly to me right now of course is the ability for it to be connected to via your Playstation 3.
I'm running Windows 7 professional at home, all i had to do is to configure media sharing via media player by simply opening your Microsoft Media Player 11.
Click on Library --> Media Sharing to configure your computer for DLNA media sharing.

On my LAN, i have a wireless router, and Adsl modem for internet connection.
Enabling the DLNA Media Server function of the connected device will make it's content available for shared access..

Now i can browse though my music collection, watch movies and or even organize photos on playstation as long as i'm connected to my LAN, and it's that simple...

by Albert Mutangiri
1. April 2010 17:56
Sony has unveiled a hotly anticipated motion-sensing controller that it hopes will fuel new interest in its PlayStation 3 videogame consoles.
PlayStation Move wands will hit the market in time for the year-end holiday shopping season and aim to tap into a zest for motion-sensing controls that made Nintendo Wii consoles marketplace superstars. We've been waiting for this for years now, I like to think this is the next generation of motion gaming. Microsoft is yet to release its own controller free gaming and entertainment experience - code named Natal - it enables users to control and interact with the Xbox 360 without the need to touch. I would love to put my hands on this, the only boring thing is that this might take time to get to the South African Market.

by Albert Mutangiri
1. April 2010 17:25
This month i had a few gaming options to choose from, either Demon Sauls or Battlefield 2. I've been hunting for a copy of Demon Sauls for weeks with no luck, so decided to get that one out of the picture. It's one of the most complex games I've played, and in this source of torture you will die a lot, so don't fool yourself.
So well i made up my mind finally, and decided to get myself a copy of God Of War 3. I digg this game - A combination of great graphics and amazing story line. It's one of those games that will always keep you coming back for more. In this story Kratos is back and he's pretty pissed off, he's armed with more powers on his quest to defeat Zeus. In this game, you will utilise the most of your controller, powerfull joystick key combinations. So beware in this game you might break your fingers - According to this article on gizmodo
