Elgato EyeTV HD (photos)

Take a closer look at the Elgato EyeTV HD, a DVR interface made for the Mac that can stream video to an Apple iPad.

Donald Bell

May 28, 2010 1:52 p.m. PT

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EyeTV HD is a full-featured digital video recorder (DVR) that connects to a cable or satellite box and enables the user to watch, record, edit, and enjoy all their premium content on their Mac.

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EyeTV HD features component inputs for HD sources, as well as Svideo and composite inputs for standard-definition sources. It includes an infrared remote channel changer cable (aka "IR blaster") for automatic control of the set top box.

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After the simple setup, the user will be able to watch, record, and edit all their favorite TV content on their Mac. They can also easily sync their recording with their iPhone, iPod, iPad, or Apple TV.

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With the optional iPhone/iPad app, EyeTV HD owners can watch live or recorded TV streamed to their iPhones or iPads.

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The EyeTV app works together with the EyeTV software (and compatible tuner) running on your Mac at home to deliver streaming video content to your iPhone or iPad.