New AIW looking good

Knight_Rider · Jun 26, 2008, 12:36 AM

And you thought Microsoft bringing back the SideWinder was gnarly. Announced today, AMD is resurrecting the long-standing AIW line with its first-ever high-definition variant: the $199 ATI All-in-Wonder HD. The PCI Express 2.0 card attempts to handle both PC gaming and HDTV duties by boasting specs like DirectX 10.1 support, a 725MHz engine clock, 600MHz memory clock and MPEG2 / VC-1 / H.264 video decoder acceleration. You'll also find Vista and AMD LIVE! certification badges to go along with the dual-link DVI port, HDMI jack (which supports 5.1 Dolby Digital transmission) and optional component video connectivity. As expected, users can capture live programs (as well as pause / rewind) in SD or HD over-the-air, and there's even support for ClearQAM. For those looking to take their clips elsewhere, the bundled Avivo software converts it for viewing on some of today's most popular handhelds (yes, including the iPod). Look for models from Diamond Multimedia and VisionTek to hit retailers in North America late next month. Full release after the jump.

AMD smells a comeback with ATI All-in-Wonder HD - Engadget

swimtech · Jul 1, 2008, 10:10 AM

This is good news for some of us who've had various iterations over the years, but I'd want to read the results of a trustworthy review before considering a purchase.

Judas · Jul 1, 2008, 06:27 PM

IF the following things occur with this thing:

Using Vista's Multi Media Center out of the box without having to install ATI's own tools.... it'll be a hit instantly (if it works outa the box like that)

Remote control bundled with it that is newer and better then rev 2 of the all in wonder remote..

it works.... ?

And oventually a product with an additional adapter to allow on to plug IN HDTV Component with support up to 1080p analog as well as inputs via dvi/hdmi and another set of input with on the fly upscaling to 1080p deinterlacing for all standard TV inputs.

Rahazan · Jul 1, 2008, 07:06 PM

That's sweet!

Well they should make one with passive cooling, as you don't want too much noise coming from a multimedia pc.

H3X4D3C1M4L · Jul 7, 2008, 12:22 AM

Hah! I'll be impressed if and when they write good working drivers for it.

Does this mean they're going to unshaft us previous loyal AiW buyers? I'd sure love to see a working MMC for previous generation T200 based cards