If none of the current crop of digital media adapters haven’t gotten you excited, check out the latest LaCie product called the LaCinema Classic HD. The $249.99 device has 1TB of built-in storage (2TB model planned), is certified DLNA/UPnP compatible (runs Twonky Media Server), supports all the latest codecs and video formats (including MKV, DVD ISO), can output 1080p video over HDMI, and can double as a SMB client/server for sharing files back and forth with networked Windows, Mac, and Linux PCs. Demanding digital home enthusiasts, though, may find the lack of Gigabit Ethernet a problem. However, an optional 802.11n Wi-Fi adapter is available. MORE »

LaCie has announced the availability (Europe now £134.99, worldwide late this year) of the Network Space 2. At first glance it looks like just like the original Network Space with its minimalist glossy black enclosure, but LaCie has added some new features that may entice buyers. For instance, Network Space 2 now includes a BitTorrent download client, wake-on-LAN functionality to conserve energy when not in use, and an improved Network Assistant dashboard to manage the device. Standard features include 1TB of storage, USB host functionality to copy over files from an external USB drive without a PC, UPnP/DLNA/iTunes media server, and the ability to double as a NAS device via Ethernet or external USB drive when connected via USB to a PC. MORE »

For those of you jealous that our European friends were the only ones able to get their hands on the LaCie LaCinema Black MAX back in February, you’re going to be pleased to learn that LaCie has just introduced the LaCinema Black RECORD worldwide via their online store. Like the LaCinema Black MAX, the LaCinema Black RECORD is a UPnP digital media streamer (bundled with TwonkyMedia Server), HDD media player (capacity options: 500GB / $449.99, 1TB / $499.99), and TV recorder. On the plus side, the device can output 1080p video via HDMI, upscale SD video to 1080i, play just about every popular media format type around, and, interestingly, can time-shift video like a TiVo (the manual states it automatically records TV as you watch it for up to three hours). On the downside, TV recording is fairly limited. The LaCinema Black RECORD can only record video, instantly or at a set time, from an S-Video or RCA source provided via a set-top box or camcorder. But then again… that’s more functionality than 99% of the other digital media adapters on the market. MORE »

We’ve covered the LaCie 5big Network in the past. It’s essentially a 5 hot-swap bay, RAID configurable NAS product that’s designed for home or SOHO use. Well, now the 5big has been given a capacity option of 10TB of storage (MSRP $2,099.99) and the ability to sync with LAN connected Macs via Time Machine at the touch of a button (Time Machine support also applies to the 2big Network). Worth noting: LaCIE’s 2/5big Network products are compatible with UPnP / DLNA media adapters and can also function as an iTunes server. MORE »

Back in August LaCie unveiled the LaCie Network Space NAS Server to the U.S. and European market, providing a stylish, small form factor DLNA/UPnP compatible NAS server to home users. Now, the company has taken that product up a notch and has added remote access and permission-based media sharing capabilities to users from anywhere on the Net. The LaCie Internet Space comes in 500GB or 1TB configurations, offers a desktop mirroring software package called HipServ for PC/Mac, and provides easy system backups by just connecting an external drive (of the same capacity of greater) to its rear USB 2.0 port. Unfortunately, it’s initially launching in Europe at a price point 134.99€, but my guess it will be hitting the U.S. shores in the near future.

LaCie, who’s best known for their external storage drives of all shapes and sizes, has unleashed the 5big Network 5-bay RAID NAS solution for home and office. The 5big Network boasts up to 7.5TB of sharable storage capacity (5TB, 2.5TB options are also available), can be set to RAID 5 or 6 configurations, offers a browser-based access and management system, uses 25% less power than similar products, and is 37% quieter than the competition. And if that weren’t enough, LaCie has added features like Active Directory Support for Windows-based networks, Gigabit Ethernet, and Wake on LAN functionality. LaCie is also bundling 3 software licenses of Genie Backup Manager Pro for Windows and Backup Manager Pro for Mac. Prices for this state of the art workhorse range from $899 – $1,899. MORE »

LaCie today announced the 4big Quadra, the most complete four-bay RAID solution for small servers, creative pro workstations or offices that need large storage and backup capacity, superior speed and advanced security. Offering capacities of up to 6TB (6000GB) and a versatile hot-swap feature, the 4big Quadra supports seven RAID modes including RAID 0 and RAID 5 for optimal performance and data protection. MORE »