One of the major complaints many users have had after upgrading their Windows Media Center PCs to Widows 8 is that the video playback quality when using an Xbox 360 as a Media Center Extender has dropped off significantly. Microsoft has released a cumulative update for Windows 8 that claims to correct this issue. We’re not able to test it right now (since we’re about 1500 miles away from our Media Centers) so please let us know how well it works out for you.
Thanks to John for the tip!
Source: Microsoft Support
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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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One of the major complaints many users have had after upgrading their Windows Media Center PCs to Widows 8 is that the video playback quality when using an Xbox 360 as a Media Center Extender has dropped off significantly. Microsoft has released a cumulative update for Windows 8 that claims to correct this issue. We’re not able to test it right now (since we’re about 1500 miles away from our Media Centers) so please let us know how well it works out for you.
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