Seagate Technology, a provider of storage solutions, announced the launch of a complete home theater solution, called Seagate FreeAgent Theater HD media player. This new solution allows users to play stored videos, movies and photos on their TV.

 

The FreeAgent Theater media player is a new accessory designed to work with the company’s FreeAgent Go portable hard drive, Seagate said. The combination allows people to watch stored digital media on their TV screens rather than their computer monitors.

 

Traditionally, digital files from the computer were transferred to the home entertainment center through home networking solutions or the time-consuming task of burning multiple DVDs or CDs.

 

The FreeAgent Theatre Media Player provides a way for people to easily store and move their media library between their PC and home entertainment system so they can share their favorite photos, movies and videos with family and friends in a familiar and comfortable setting, the company said. 

 

So, how does it work?

 

“Just tuck the media player next to your TV, pop in your FreeAgent Go hard drive, point, click, and enjoy as your personal memories and favorite movies come to life before your eyes in HD quality video with surround sound,” explains Seagate.

 

Seagate FreeAgent Theatre Media Player brings high-definition movie viewing experience with DVD-like playback control and surround sound. Users can pair slideshows of high-resolution photo libraries with music collections and customize with specialized transition effects.

 

Media files can be easily synchronized and organized from multiple computers using the FreeAgent Go drive. Additionally, there is on-screen navigation with a handy remote and an intuitive interface. 

 

“Consumers today are the number one creators and aggregators of digital content—most of which holds a sentimental or emotional value and is unfortunately trapped on their home computers,” said Pat King, senior vice president of Seagate’s Consumer Solutions Division, in a statement.

 

“For years, Seagate has provided solutions for storing, organizing and protecting this personal content – now, with Seagate FreeAgent Theater, we provide the ability for families and friends to share and enjoy these memories together in the comfort of their living rooms,” King added.

 

Seagate FreeAgent Theater HD Media Player can be purchased as a stand-alone unit for use with any USB storage device, or a complete solution with a FreeAgent Go portable drive included, the company said. The product will be available in the market in March.