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New WODE update adds game ripping feature

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:59:59 +1000

New WODE Jukebox update adds game ripping feature.

The long awaited game ripping feature for WODE will finally be added in the latest WODE software update.
This is one of the most anticipated features for the WODE as it means there is no longer any need to install the homebrew channel on the Wii.
The drawback with installing the homebrew channel is that it can be easily disabled or deleted by a wii system update.
Because the WODE software works independantly to the Wii system software, there is no known way for the Wii to disable WODE software.

Important update features:
* Supports ripping full .iso or wbfs (wbfs only rips files and leaves out encrypted space. This takes up less space on the hard drive or usb stick.)

* First release will only support FAT and EXT3FS partitions. WBFS will come later.

* Game .iso files can be split into smaller 2 or 4gb files. If placed in the same directory and named correctly ( game.iso, game.is1, etc) the Wode will find these files automatically. FAT partitions only support up to 2gb files, so this feature is necessary, but also useful if wanting to transfer files via usb flashstick or SD card.
* Support for ripping of BCA protection data. Just choose it in the disc ripping options and Wode will handle the rest.
* New ripping option added to Wode LCD Menu.

There is also a new Wode Menu channel that can be added to the Wii. This is still in Beta but looks very cool.

Original Articles:
Wode System update news
Wode Channel Addon (Beta)

Techsick is open for business.

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 11:56:43 +1000

Techsick is open for business.

We are back. Techsick is once again open for business.
We are working hard to ship the backlog of orders that came in while we were away and should be up to date by wednesday the 3rd March.

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Techsick Closed for chinese new year

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:32:53 +1000

Techsick Closed for chinese new year holidays

Techsick will be closed from Monday the 15th of February through until the 26th of February due to the fact that our suppliers are on holiday and can't provide stock.

Please be aware that orders made during this time will not be shipped, but may be automatically processed.
Phone and email support will also not be available during this time.

Xecuter CK3-CP (CK3 Control Panel)

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:03:00 +1000

From the Xbox-scene website comes this interesting piece of news:

Team Xecuter sent us details about one of their new upcoming products:
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The Xecuter CK3-CP (CK3 Control Panel)
Xecuter CK3-CP

5 1/4" PC Bay Complete Control Panel for all Xbox 360 Connectivity Functionality and more !
Custom LCD Support
Integrated CK3 Pro (Rev D USB)
External SATA
2 x USB 2.0 Ports
Compatible with ALL Xbox 360 DVD Drives
Hardware Mode-B For Hitachi Drives
Hardware Eject For All Drives
4 Programmable Directional Keypad
Programmable LCD Output
Programmable LED Interface
100% Smartie LCD Driver Support
Power Switch For DVD Vendor Mode
Includes SATA Cable

More features and 3rd party software support to be announced soon.

Source: www.xbox-scene.com

Wode Jukebox finally in stock!

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:59:50 +1000

Wode Jukebox finally in stock!

The Wode Jukebox has arrived at last.
All pre-orders have been shipped or are shipping today.
Be on of the first to own the world's most advanced Wii Modchip.

What is it?
WODE is an optical drive emulator and solderless modchip rolled into one.
It is also much more than that.
It can run homebrew type applications without the need to install the homebrew channel on your Wii.
This means that it can never be blocked by nintendo updates!
The WODE comes in two parts.
The first part goes inside your Wii, just like traditional solderless modchips and attaches to the dvd drive board.
The second part is an external base/docking station for you Wii. Built into this is a slave pcb with and lcd screen, usb and sd connections.
The WODE runs on a flexible and powerful Linux kernel, allowing the possibility for hundreds of exciting new applications.
The possibilities are endless.
With the WODE Jukebox, you are turning your wii into a true multimedia....

WODE Jukebox Firmware v1.25 released

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 15:59:27 +1000

A new firmware for the WODE Jukebox is now available.

The new firmware contains some minor updates...

Adds wrap top and bottom of game lists
Adds Display filename without extension setting
Adds /wbfs directory search (better USB loader compatibility)
Fixes NSMB .wbfs patched with BCA data
Fixes 256 file limit in GC menu
Includes FPGA V1.20

The Wode Jukebox team are releasing updates regularly adding to a list of already impressive features.
You can download the latest WODE Jukebox firmware here

Updating the Wode firmware couldn't be simpler...
Just download the Wode firmware update and copy it to an SD card formatted with the FAT filesystem.
Insert the SD card into Wode and power on.
Wode will then display the message "Wode Updating".
The update process can take several minutes, when the update is complete Wode will reboot.
The SD card can then be removed.