But the first PVR software I installed on my computer was GB-PVR. It's always been a bit rough around the edges, but GB-PVR is a full-fledged and highly customizable PVR package. And best of all, it's free, making it an ideal program for anyone who wants to see what this PVR stuff is all about, without having to "upgrade" to Windows Vista.
GB-PVR's developer released version 1.0.8 last week. The biggest change is a redesigned user interface. It should be comfortable to older users, as it uses most of the same ideas. But it's been completely rewritten. That means new graphics, and perhaps more importantly, improved screen rendering. The old version was always rendered at a fixed resolution of 720 x 480 pixels, and stretched to fit your computer's screens, which looked pretty funny on a lot of HDTV displays. The new version is designed to display your screen's native resolution.
A few features have been left out of the new version, such as support for FM Radio, online radio, and YouTube videos. They may find their way back into future releases, and can almost certainly be added via plugins.
TV Squad Ten: Top Ten ESPN shows from worst to first
Andy Richter: The TV Squad Interview
Have any questions for Vik Sahay of Chuck? Ask them here!
