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Intel's Internet Based TV Project Confirmed and Launching This Year[teaser]Intel plans to succeed in doing something that no one else has been able to pull off. [/teaser] Though there's little to no supply currently, the demand for an alternative to traditional cable and satellite offerings is high. There have been attempts from companies like Microsoft to get an internet based service going and they've fallen flat every time. Despite that, Intel is aiming for the sky. "We have been working for around a year now to setup Intel Media -- it's a new division that includes a lot of people from outside of the company," says Intel GM Erik Huggers. "It's an over-the-top service, delivering network channels, pay-TV channels, catch-up television, on-demand, and a host of applications." Intel isn't doing an a la carte service, but Huggers did say that we can expect to see more customizable bundles. There was no word on an exact launch date, but Intel is planning on debuting the service this year. Source: EngadgetPosted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 11:58 AM PST by: -
Theta Digital Releases a $4,000 3D Blu-ray Player[teaser]The company says that the Compli Blu 3D will give you 100 percent color accuracy, premium video quality and pure digital audio output. [/teaser] Some people have a hard time swallowing the cost of higher end Blu-ray players while others settle only for the top of the line. Theta's new player is definitely not for those who want to stay in a lower price range, coming in at $3,995. For that price, it offers features like Marvell Qdeo video processing and ultimate color accuracy. You'll find a 16-gage steel chassis and a custom aluminum front for impressive sturdiness and, unlike most high-end products we see, a Wi-Fi adapter and the ability to stream from Netflix, Pandora and Vudu. Audio is where the Compli Blu might surprise you. Your only option for output is digital. The Compli Blu doesn't have any DACs because, as Theta's chief engineer Dave Reich puts it, "It’s simply impossible to build a DAC into a disc player that can compare with the finest outboard units." He says that they could waste money and raise the cost of the unit by including a DAC, but that it'll never compare to separate components. Source: Electronic HousePosted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'The Hudsucker Proxy' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The Coen Brothers' 1994 dark comedy will be available on Blu-ray at the end of the month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Archive has set 'The Hudsucker Proxy' for Blu-ray on February 26. Paul Newman, Tim Robbins and Jennifer Jason Leigh star in filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen's darkly comic look at big business. When the founder of Hudsucker Industries leaps to his death from the 44th floor boardroom window the board of directors panics. But there is a plan: install a complete imbecile as president of the company and devalue the stock so the board can acquire a controlling interest for themselves. But where can they find such a guileless patsy? Enter Norville Barnes. Fresh off the bus from Muncie, Indiana, as a graduate of the 1958 class of the Muncie College of Business Administration, Norville is ready to start at the bottom and work his way up to the top of the corporate world ... he just never imagined it would happen so quickly. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 soundtrack, and supplements haven't been revealed yet. The Blu-ray is now available for pre-order here for $19.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Hudsucker Proxy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 26.Posted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'The Big Picture' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The French thriller from director Eric Lartigau is bound for Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MPI is working on 'The Big Picture' for Blu-ray on March 19. Paul Exben (Romain Duris) is a success story. He has a great job, a glamorous wife and two wonderful sons. Except that this is not the life he has been dreaming of. A moment of madness is going to change his life forever, forcing him to assume a new identity that will enable him to live his life fully… With an amazing supporting cast, including Catherine Deneuve, Marina Fois and Niels Arestrup, 'The Big Picture' is a fast paced thriller based on the best selling novel by Douglas Kennedy. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include the original theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Big Picture' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 19.Posted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Poll: Blu-ray on the Left or Right Side of the Case?We have a fun poll topic in the blog this week. When you buy a 2-disc Blu-ray set, does the primary feature film Blu-ray belong on the left side of the case or the right? Show us how OCD you can be about things like this by voting in our poll today!Posted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Captain America: Collector's Edition' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Albert Pyun's 1990 cult classic comes to Blu-ray in a Collector's Edition this May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing to release 'Captain America: Collector's Edition' on Blu-ray on May 21. The Red Skull defeats Captain America in 1941, but the super hero is thrown into suspended animation. Captain America is revived 50 years later to face the Red Skull one more time. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Captain America: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 21.Posted Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Gamer - 3D' Blu-ray 3D Dated and Detailed[teaser]The 2009 action flick will be downloaded to Blu-ray 3D in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'The Big Picture' will hit Blu-ray on May 7. With a powerhouse cast headlined by Gerard Butler ('300'), 'Gamer 3D' utilizes state-of-the-art SAMSUNG 3D technology to bring on the thrills in the action-packed futuristic adventure set in a prison where convicts fight to the death in a twisted, real-life video game. 'Gamer 3D' co-stars Michael C. Hall (Showtime's "Dexter"), Chris "Ludacris" Bridges ('Crash') and Golden Globe® winner Kyra Sedgwick (TV's "The Closer"). The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include "Inside the Game: Controlling Gamer" featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Gamer - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 7.Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 12:45 PM PST by: -
The Return of Monster Madness!High-Def Digest's Monster Madness tournament took a break for a few weeks as Aaron had his hands full covering the Sundance Film Festival. Readers who'd been following the epic monster battles in the blog have eagerly awaited the contest's return. Now Aaron is back to wrangle the competition. Which is more killer: Killer Tomatoes or Killer Birds? Can the Blob slime the Kraken? Your votes will decide the winners in these match-ups. Play along with us in the blog today!Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Sonos Launches a Soundbar for Wireless Multi-Room Audio[teaser]You’ll find three tweeters and six mids for a total of nine drivers in all. [/teaser] The folks at Sonos are known for one thing – whole home wireless audio. Everything they make is designed to let you listen to the music you want to, no matter where you are in your house. The new Playbar soundbar is a further extension of that which provides sound in a way that Sonos products previously didn’t. Sonos has packed three tweeters and six midrange drivers into the Playbar, each of which is driven individually. You can control the volume via your TV remote or through the iPhone and Android Sonos apps. The Playbar runs $699 and will be available in March. Source: TWICEPosted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Adventure Time' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The first two seasons of the hit Cartoon Network animated series will be available on Blu-ray this summer. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has slated 'Adventure Time: The Complete First Season' and 'Adventure Time: The Complete Second Season' for Blu-ray on June 24. 'Season One' - What time is it? It's time for Adventure Time! Cartoon Network's #1 hit comedy show and Emmy-nominated series centers on the post apocalyptic adventures of Finn (voiced by Jeremy Shada), a human boy with a funny hat, and his friend Jake (John DiMaggio), a magic and mischievous dog. The Blu-ray includes all 26 episodes from Season 1 and tons of special features by Ward. The first season also comes packaged with a collectible slipcover and is a must have for any Adventure Time fan. 'Season Two' - It's one crazy adventure after another for human boy, Finn, and his best friend, Jake, a 28-year old dog with magical powers. They're out to have the most fun possible and they sure do find it exploring the Land of Ooo! Whether it's saving Princess Bubblegum (Hynden Walch), battling zombie candy, taunting the Ice King (Tom Kenny) or rocking out with Marceline the Vampire Queen (Olivia Olson), with Finn & Jake it's always Adventure Time. Specs have yet to be revealed, but each set will include behind-the-scenes featurettes, animatics, episode commentary, Fandemonium, The Wand, and music videos. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray sets is $32.07. You can find the latest specs for 'Adventure Time: The Complete First Season' and 'Adventure Time: The Complete Second Season'.linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under June 24.Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by:
