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Best Buy's New Insignia TV Boasts Built-In TiVo
Tue Jul 19, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: Best Buy, Insignia, TiVo (all tags)
There's no DVR functionality, but the set does boast Wi-Fi connectivity.
There's been a trend in electronics for a long time - Japan gets cool stuff first. In the case of the TV with a built in DVR, the US still hasn't gotten any, but the newest set from Insignia takes us a step closer.
The latest set from Best Buy's house brand Insignia packs the TiVo user interface along with all the streaming services that go along with it, like CinemaNow and Netflix. Dubbed the cTV, it will be available in 32 and 42 inch sizes, both of which offer Wi-Fi connectivity.
Best Buy's new TV doesn't include DVR functionality, which would make this product launch far more interesting. Details are still fuzzy on multi-room access and whether or not DVR capabilities can be unlocked with the addition of an external hard drive. We're guessing no to both.
The TVs are set to launch on July 31st. Pricing is unavailable at this time.
Source: Engadget
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Roku Sells Millionth Box - Celebrates With a Giveaway
Tue Feb 22, 2011 at 02:00 PM ETTags: Roku, Giveaway, Insignia (all tags)
You could nab yourself a 46 inch TV, a year of Netflix, and more.
The folks over at Roku have reason for celebration as they've just sold their millionth Roku box. You can bet they're partying in their offices, but they want to let the fans in on it too.
To show their appreciation, Roku is giving away some prizes. At the very top is a 46 inch Insignia set that comes paired with a Roku XD|S and a year of broadband. Ten lucky winners will take home the second place prize - a Roku XD|S and three months of free Netflix.
In addition to the physical prizes, you have a chance at a Hulu Plus subscription, Amazon Video on Demand credit and a year's worth of Crunchy Roll.
You can swing on over to Roku's website right now and add your name and photo for a chance to win.
Source: Roku
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Best Buy Launches an Insignia HTiB
Wed Jun 23, 2010 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Best Buy, Insignia, Home Theater In A Box (all tags)
And from the look of things, it's not all that bad. On paper anyway.
It's so hard to tell when it comes to entry level home theater-in-a-box solutions from relatively untested brands. Obviously, Insignia isn't top of the line, but the new Insignia 5.1 Home Theater System actually looks pretty decent on paper.
For a reported $399, you'll get 5.1 surround sound at 110 watts per channel and a 120 watt powered subwoofer. The system includes a receiver with a trio of HDMI 1.4 inputs and a single HDMI output.
According to Best Buy, the company worked with both employees and customers to create a better listening experience. "Consumers have told us they want the latest in home theater audio technology that is easy to install, simple to control and affordable," says Best Buy VP Fernando Silva.
"Our Insignia Home Theater System," he continues, "is a complete home audio solution offering rich surround sound that will transform any family room into a theater-like experience."
Source: www.businesswire.com
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Best Buy's Insignia Sets Come with TiVo Software Installed
Thu May 27, 2010 at 11:00 AM ETTags: TiVo, Best Buy, Insignia, High-Def Retailing (all tags)
But without... you know... DVRs.
The general consumer isn't a tech savvy individual. He, or she, will walk into a Best Buy wanting to purchase a TV, and walk out with either the set that caught their eye, or the one the salesman recommended. He's confused by resolution, refresh rates, backlighting technologies, and HD sources for his HD set. And if he's confused by that, he's sure as hell going to be confused about this.
Best Buy is going to start baking TiVo software into their TVs, which is a smart move for both companies. It's good software, and it provides access to services like Netflix, Amazon's Video on Demand, and in all likelihood – Best Buy's CinemaNow service.
But when people think of TiVo, they don’t think of software. They think of hardware; more specifically, they think of DVRs. As smart as this move is on paper, it seems likely that it'll result in more than a few returned sets. "But it's supposed to have TiVo on it!" Well, yes and no.
Source: TiVo
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Best Buy and Netflix Announce Insignia Partnership
Wed Oct 21, 2009 at 06:00 PM ETTags: Best Buy, Insignia, Netflix (all tags)
In the increasingly competitive HDTV market, functionality seems to be key in nabbing sales. To that end, Best Buy will be integrating Netflix functionality into their Insignia Blu-ray players.
The ever popular Netflix streaming program seems to be a feather in the cap of any piece of electronics that allows consumers access, and manufacturers are taking note. The Insignia Advanced Series and Insignia Connected Blu-ray players from Best Buy will both feature Netflix functionality.
The soon to be released WiFi ready Advanced (model NS-WBRDVD) has an MSRP of $249, but is selling at $199 on Best Buy’s site at press time. Currently available, the Insignia Connected player (model: NS-BRDVD3) runs $179 and streams via an Ethernet connection. While the Insignia Advanced BD player will run Netflix out of the box, the Insignia Connected player will require a firmware update.
Interestingly, as Best Buy has a stake not only in the sale of their Blu-ray players, but in the sale of Blu-ray discs, this may be an indicator of a change in the marketplace. More likely though, Best Buy simply wants to make sure that Insignia Blu-ray players leave the shelves quickly this holiday season.
Source: Press Release
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Best Buy Details Insignia Blu-ray HDTV Combos
Fri Sep 25, 2009 at 10:00 AM ETTags: Best Buy, Insignia, High-Def Retailing (all tags)
Retail giant Best Buy has released details on their upcoming Insignia brand Blu-ray player HDTV combos. At $599.99, they run a scant $100 more than the equivalent drive free model.
Insignia isn’t the first name that comes to mind when thinking of home theater products, but it will almost certainly be on the lips of those searching for a cheap way to get into high definition this holiday season. Best Buy’s 32” Insignia HDTV/Blu-ray combo features everything that the $499 drive free model does, plus a Blu-ray player, at a price of $599.
The display is Full HD, and features a contrast ratio of 4000:1. Insignia’s new set also features a pair of HDMI inputs as well as ins for composite, component and PC. The set also features an Ethernet port that “lets you connect your TV to your home network” according to Best Buy’s site.
Little information on the Blu-ray drive is available, and the site specifications appear to be off, as the section detailing the built in player states a DVD player, rather than Blu-ray.
The Insignia Blu-ray HDTV combo has not been dated, but it can certainly be expected before the holiday shopping season kicks in.
Source: Best Buy
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Best Buy Offers $100 Blu-ray Player, But There's A Twist
Wed Oct 22, 2008 at 03:00 PM ETTags: High-Def Retailing, Best Buy, Insignia (all tags)
If you're looking to jump into the Blu-ray world, Best Buy's latest offer may aid you in your cause.
Best Buy is putting some muscle behind its Blu-ray support. In addition to two double-page spreads touting Blu-ray titles in last weekend's newspaper inserts, the retailer has just rolled out an offer that's sure to pique the interest of anyone itching to dip their toe in the Blu-ray waters, particularly if they have kids. The retailer is currently selling the Insignia NS-BRDVD for $199, and, in a welcome twist, they're including a coupon book for $100 off on a selection of titles from Disney, Touchstone, and Miramax. No word on what those titles might be (if anyone picks one of these up, please email us the full details), but this does present an interesting opportunity.
According to the player's specs, it supports a variety of disc formats, is capable of 1080p upconversion via HDMI, and of course, it plays Blu-ray movies in all their high definition glory. Built-in decoders support Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD, and Dolby TrueHD sound. Outputs include HDMI, stereo audio, composite video, component video, digital optical audio, and digital coaxial audio. And oh yeah, it comes with a remote.
No details on how long this offer will last, but some of you may want to check it out now.
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- Related links:
- Insignia NS-BRDVD [BestBuy.com]
Best Buy Offers $100 Blu-ray Player, But There's A Twist
Wed Oct 22, 2008 at 03:00 PM ETTags: High-Def Retailing, Best Buy, Insignia (all tags)
If you're looking to jump into the Blu-ray world, Best Buy's latest offer may aid you in your cause.
Best Buy is putting some muscle behind its Blu-ray support. In addition to two double-page spreads touting Blu-ray titles in last weekend's newspaper inserts, the retailer has just rolled out an offer that's sure to pique the interest of anyone itching to dip their toe in the Blu-ray waters, particularly if they have kids. The retailer is currently selling the Insignia NS-BRDVD for $199, and, in a welcome twist, they're including a coupon book for $100 off on a selection of titles from Disney, Touchstone, and Miramax. No word on what those titles might be (if anyone picks one of these up, please email us the full details), but this does present an interesting opportunity.
According to the player's specs, it supports a variety of disc formats, is capable of 1080p upconversion via HDMI, and of course, it plays Blu-ray movies in all their high definition glory. Built-in decoders support Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD, and Dolby TrueHD sound. Outputs include HDMI, stereo audio, composite video, component video, digital optical audio, and digital coaxial audio. And oh yeah, it comes with a remote.
No details on how long this offer will last, but some of you may want to check it out now.
See what people are saying about this story in our forums area, or check out other recent discussions.
- Related links:
- Insignia NS-BRDVD [BestBuy.com]
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