TubeStick Loses Weight, Delivers Sharper Picture

The folks at equinux have released the smallest TubeStick DTT USB receiver that offers you live TV on a Mac. More compact than ever, TubeStick  also provides everything you need to watch TV on the go.

“The original TubeStick shook up the market for digital TV receivers for Macs,” says equinux. “With the new mini TubeStick we've taken it to the next level. Watch digital Freeview (DTT) in up to high definition (HD) quality on your Mac.”

Only 53.5 mm in size, the new TubeStick is one of the smallest TV USB receivers available for Mac. Thanks to the latest chip technology, the mini TubeStick also delivers better picture quality, and more brilliant colors through first class reception, according to its makers.

The small dimensions of only 53.5 x 20 x 10 millimeters complement Apple's streamlined computers, both portable and the all-in-one desktop solution, the iMac. However, “the newest TubeStick [is] the ideal companion for mobile use,” says equinux. “All you need is the USB receiver, the bar antenna and The Tube, the modern TV software for Mac OS X.” The Tube can be downloaded right here on Softpedia.

If you're considering to buy this cool TV tuning solution from equinux, you are probably interested in the contents of the shipping box. Not to worry, we'll save you the trip to the official website by listing them for you below.

- USB TV receiver;
- White mini bar antenna;
- IEC-MCX adaptor for external antennas;
- USB extension;
- Quick Start Guide;
- The Tube software;
- Manual (PDF).

All you have to do now is visit equinux's Online Store and buy your preferred version of the TubeStick (TubeStick Hybrid for US customers).

Interested parties can also get equinux TV tuner as a bundle. The TubeTalk Bundle makes a great gift for a girlfriend / boyfriend, the company claims. The package includes 2 complete TubeStick boxes, priced at just 79.95 Euro. A Family Pack, comprised of five complete TubeStick boxes, is also available at 199.80 Euro (prices include VAT). Download the (PDF) data sheets for more information the TubeStick / TubeStick Hybrid, or visit equinux here.