Want to watch TV but don't have space or money for one? What about playing video games on a laptop from a system like Wii? There are now a variety of products on the market that allow you to do just that.
Today, I'm going to talk about the TV tuner I have, the Adaptec GameBridge. The GameBridge is a tiny USB device that processes incoming video sources and feeds them to your computer to display.
The GameBridge outputs the signal through its software, Intervideo Home Theater. Through that setup, it is as if you're watching TV on your monitor instead of on a traditional TV.
Intervideo Home Theater also allows you to record TV shows and screenshots.
The best thing about the GameBridge is the price; it can be purchased online for less than $20 now, while other similar devices cost around $100.
My only gripe about this device is the installation process. You need to install a driver from a CD they provided, so the device is not plug-and-play.
The user experience is great, though. The quality was decent and there was no noticeable lag-time. Overall, it's a great bargain, and I'd highly recommend it to all students looking to save some space or money here and there.
