by Gee Jay Coleco
Friday, September 18
Thursday, September 17
Change Password 3:13 PM
Hi guys,
I have already changed the password for this blog. If you have any last minute contribution, please e-mail me directly at gj_coleco@yahoo.com.
As of this moment, I'm doing some editing on our video presentations. If you check the blog postings, I did most of the research and presentations. Only Frannie somehow made a contribution.
Everyone is well-informed about this. I have initiated the communication, opened the discussion for suggestions and kept in touch with you the whole time. Some of you have said yes, but never really did anything, or at least made an effort. So no blaming. Just fair and square, ayt?
If you have any questions, you know how to reach me.
Thank you,
Gee Jay Coleco
Wednesday, September 16
Tuesday, September 15
WMP Disadvantages 8:03 PM
by Gee Jay Coleco
WMP 11 is a great improvement compared to its predecessors. In the market, VLC is not it's major competition, but Apple's iTunes used by millions of iPod owners worldwide, as opposed to WMP's WMA-based online music stores. And because of this, Microsoft has worked really hard to improve WMP's latest version, from its interface to its playlist, etc.
But we're not comparing iTunes and WMP. So going back, I have listed down below some issues concerning WMP:
- WMP is only available on Windows OS and Windows Mobile. Talk about exclusivity.
- Some users are still experiencing the usual crashing when playing media files.
- WMP does not read some types of media file as oppose to VLC's massive range of file compatibility.
- The usual codec error because of media file limited compatibility.
- Large memory requirement compared to VLC.
- Video quality is not as good as VLC's.
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VLC Disadvantages 7:26 PM
by Gee Jay Coleco
VLC, as with any other software programs, has its own share of drawbacks. I made a research on this and found some people who wants VLC to have some improvements on its features and functionalities. Here's what they said about VLC:
- VLC does not support Real format.
- Interface needs some improvement. It may easy to use, but not nice to look at. Some people say the skins are not very likable.
- VLC should provide the ability to manage your playlist, such as tagging and rating features. Also the playlist is not integrated well with the main area.
- Does not burn CD since VLC is just a media player.
- Does not rip CD.
Other than that, because VLC is very light and easy to use, it is still one of the leading media players available for everyone's enjoyment. Especially great for movies and videos.
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WMP Key Features 7:00 PM
by Gee Jay Coleco
WMP 11 [claims that it] offers unmatched choice and flexibility in managing and enjoying your digital media. With a new look and great features that make it easier to use, Windows Media Player 11 is built to handle music and video collections of nearly any size. Explore a new world of music and connect with mobile devices so you can have your music, pictures, and video wherever you want it.
- Updated design and interface. When designing the new Windows Media Player, Microsoft considered the needs of a wide range of users—from people just getting started with digital media to discriminating audiophiles with very large collections on their PCs.
- Streamlined interface. For a sleeker and more functional appearance, the "classic" Windows Media Player menus are now turned off by default and are accessible by right-clicking anywhere on the Player frame. (You can choose to re-enable the menus at any time.) Instead of navigating through menus, you can now quickly access common settings by clicking the arrow below each activity tab, such as Rip, Burn, or Sync. Integrated Back and Forward buttons help you zip between screens or retrace your steps if you get lost.
- Revamped playback controls. New playback controls are easier to find and use, are laid out more intuitively, and feature improved repeat, shuffle, and full-screen options.
- Simplified Media Library. Music now has its own focused media category view, with a simpler list in the Navigation Pane that shows artists, albums, songs, genres, years, and ratings. By right-clicking Library and selecting Show More Views, you can customize the look of your collection any way you like.
- Album art. Windows Media Player 11 brings album art to the center of your experience, with thumbnail views that appear when you browse your collection, as well as intuitive visual "stacks" of albums when you browse by genre or through playlists. If you’re missing album art, Windows Media Player can find it for you, or you can replace it with your own images.
- Optimized for large music collections. As people build larger digital music collections by "ripping" CDs, buying from online stores, and downloading from the web, it's more important than ever to be able to quickly organize and explore all of your music. Windows Media Player 11 is optimized to handle massive collections of music—literally millions of tracks—so you can scroll, flip, and browse through your entire library without skipping a beat.
- Instant Search. Search has been streamlined to simplify access to your library. If you know exactly what you want (or even if you can remember only part of a song or album title), the Instant Search feature in Windows Media Player 11 can scan across your entire library and return exactly what you're after—fast.
- Rip CDs. You can now rip songs from CDs into two new audio formats: Windows Media Audio Pro and lossless WAV. And if your computer has multiple CD drives, you can load them up and start ripping them all at once, so you can digitize your entire CD collection faster.
- Powerful playlists. You can still create custom playlists by dragging songs and albums into the List Pane, and a new Shuffle Playlist feature makes it easier to create new playlists out of your favorite tracks with just a single click.
- Better media information. With large digital music libraries, it’s often hard to make sure songs match the media information (or metadata) that describes them. In addition to automated metadata tools that run in the background, Windows Media Player 11 now includes audio waveform matching that better pinpoints the exact album information that goes with your tracks.
- Discover new music. Windows Media Player 11 features a completely new way to add music to your existing collection. Many online stores are accessible in Windows Media Player 11. You can find a complete list of partners who have created plug-ins for Windows Media Player. You can then choose a different store to appear by default. You can also discover a world of entertainment, including Internet radio, movie trailers, and more, by clicking Media Guide.
- All of your entertainment in one place. Beyond music, Windows Media Player 11 offers great new ways to enjoy video, pictures, and recorded TV. A number of new features help you get the most out of all of your media.
- Simplified media views. Windows Media Player 11 is designed to be simple and uniform, but each media type now has its own specialized view in the Navigation Pane. For example, you can explore video by actor or genre just as easily as you can sort albums by artist. You can sort pictures by the date they were taken. And you can organize recorded TV by series.
- A better video experience. Video playback in Windows Media Player 11 features several enhancements for enjoying DVDs, including smoother playback and automatic full-screen viewing. The Home Premium and Ultimate editions of Windows Vista are equipped to play DVDs right out of the box—there's no need to purchase an additional plug-in.
- Enjoy your media everywhere. There are many benefits to storing your entire digital media collection in Windows Media Player 11, including the ability to stay connected with your library wherever you go.
- Share your library. If you're running Windows Vista on a home network, you can use Windows Media Player 11 to share the contents of your library with other computers, or digital media devices such as Xbox 360, and access all of your media from anywhere in the home.
- Simple device setup. It is easier than ever to synchronize portable devices with Windows Media Player 11. A wizard helps you quickly set up your new device the first time it's connected.
- New sync features. You can still sync your device automatically or manually. But Windows Media Player 11 also offers a few cool new features, including Multi-PC Sync, which is great for managing home and work libraries and Shuffle Sync, which fills your device with a random sampling of your library.In addition, you can automatically convert many types of media to a format your devices understand—even for protected music and video purchased from Windows Media online stores.
- Burn your own CDs and data DVDs. One of the great things about having a large digital media library is the ability to burn custom CDs with your favorite tracks. The Burn tab in Windows Media Player 11 has been enhanced to make this even better.
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