Stream HD VE Streams HD Content From PC to HDTV

This USB-based system will stream 1080p content from your PC to an HDTV up to 30 feet away.

ZoomWarpia last week announced a new "Value Edition" of its StreamHD system which streams 1080p HD video and audio content from a PC to an HDTV. The device also enables mirror and extended desktop modes to an HDTV within 30 feet without the need for annoying cables.

The StreamHD VE includes a USB-based transmitter and an HDMI-based receiver. That said, users stuck with component connections can't use the system unless they purchase a separate HDMI to Component adapter. The connection HDTV must also be in the same room or at least in "line of site" range.

According to the specs, the StreamHD VE offers 32-bit True Color support with display resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 (SXGA+), and a resolution of up to 1080p. It also offers 48 kHz, 16-bit Stereo via the HDMI connector and uses 128-bit AES security while tossing the data across the room.

To use this media streaming device, users will need to be running Windows XP (32-bit only), Vista (32/64-bit), or Windows 7 (32/64-bit). Windows Vista Starter Edition and Windows 7 Starter Edition are not supported as they do not allow multiple displays, the company said.

For streaming video up to 720p, Warpia suggests using Intel's Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz CPU or similar with 1 GB of memory. 1080p streaming needs Intel's Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz CPU with 2 GB of memory at the very least.

To get the StreamHD VE, Warpia is selling the system for $129.99 on its website here. The company is also offering the full-blown StreamHD system which adds S/PDIF 5.1 Surround Sound and a 3.5-mm audio output for $159.99. There's also the ConnectHD that adds a wireless webcam and TV mount for an unknown price.