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Windows 7 Media Center Brings Improved Netflix

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Ben Drawbaugh has continued his excellent coverage of the CEDIA 2009 show floor today. This time he was able to spend a few minutes with the Netflix plugin for Windows 7 Media Center. We of course knew that Netflix was coming, as we posted back in July about the initial unveiling of the plugin. Drawbaugh was able to spot at least one enhancement to the Windows 7 version. You will now be able to see a movie synopsis of the items in your Instant Queue. Checkout the post over at EngadgetHD for more information and more photos.

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    Josh has been writing software since his parents brought home their first computer. His love for gadgets and technology eventually spurred a passion for home theater technology. After starting the DMZ, he received Microsoft’s MVP award for Windows Media Center. Even though the beloved home theater PC platform is all but dead he continues to tinker with consumer entertainment technology. He’s a life-long gamer and DIY smart home enthusiast. He co-hosts the Entertainment 2.0 podcast with Richard Gunther and the DMZ’s gaming podcast, Story Players, with Joe DeStazio.

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Josh Pollard

Josh has been writing software since his parents brought home their first computer. His love for gadgets and technology eventually spurred a passion for home theater technology. After starting the DMZ, he received Microsoft’s MVP award for Windows Media Center. Even though the beloved home theater PC platform is all but dead he continues to tinker with consumer entertainment technology. He’s a life-long gamer and DIY smart home enthusiast. He co-hosts the Entertainment 2.0 podcast with Richard Gunther and the DMZ’s gaming podcast, Story Players, with Joe DeStazio.

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  • This is a major improvement to the UI. I just hope that Microsoft considers “all” of it's supported devices in the near future. NetFlix is taking off so well and people seem to understand it. Ease of use and decent content will make this a can't live without feature.

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