In the States, hard disk makers like Quantum are also seeing the potential of powering Internet set-up boxes with hard disks, for a whole new era of household entertainment. By pressing a hyperlink button, you will be instantly connected to the website of the cable channel that you are watching. Because it is a basic machine, it means shorter start-up times and no messy crashes. No dates have been fixed for a rollout in the Asian markets yet. Radios are also not to be out-done.
Digital radio is in, as is satellite radio.
For one, satellite radio receivers commissioned by WorldSpace and various vendors have been here for a few months already. Newer generations of these satellite receivers can be plugged into your PC, to allow you to download audio and video files from the world wide web. 2000 SPH AsiaOne Ltd. All rights reserved.