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WD’s New Streaming Box Comes in at $70[teaser]The WD TV Play does everything you’d expect a streaming box at that price point to do, making it a direct competitor of Roku. [/teaser] WD has always been a contender when it comes to set-top boxes, and while they’ve never been number one, they’ve always offered something different than the norm. The WD TV Play is a bit of a change, in that it doesn’t seem to do anything that Roku’s players don’t. It does fit into a nice price point though, at just $70. WD TV Play handles Hulu, Facebook, Netflix, Spotify and the rest of the usual suspects as well as whatever media you have on DLNA compatible devices. iOS and Android users will soon be able to control the WD TV Play with their phones and tablets, though there’s no word yet on an exact launch date for control apps. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Wuthering Heights' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The Golden Osella Award-winner at the Venice Film Festival arrives on Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Oscilloscope Pictures says 'Wuthering Heights' is coming to high-definition on April 23. Andrea Arnold's 'Wuthering Heights' is an excitingly fresh and distinct take on the classic novel by Emily Brontë. An epic love story that spans childhood well into the young adult years, the film follows Heathcliff, a boy taken in by a benevolent Yorkshire farmer, Earnshaw. Living in Earnshaw's home, Heathcliff develops a passionate relationship with the farmer's teenage daughter, Catherine, inspiring the envy and mistrust of his son, Hindley. When Earnshaw passes away, the now-grown characters must finally confront the intense feelings and rivalries that have built up throughout their years together. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but the release will be a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Wuthering Heights' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 23.Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Blu-ray Highlights for February 12th, 2013This week belongs to Bond, James Bond, as the franchise's biggest and (arguably) best entry to date comes to Blu-ray. If that doesn't do it for you, some other new titles will also compete for your attention and your dollars. Read all about the latest Blu-ray releases in the blog today.Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Strictly Ballroom' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1992 romantic comedy dances to Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Strictly Ballroom' is coming to high-definition on April 30. From Baz Luhrmann - the director of 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Moulin Rouge!' - comes the hilariously funny romantic comedy that will leave you singing, laughing and cheering for more. Experience the magical story of a championship ballroom dancer who's breaking all the rules. A hit with fans and critics all across the globe, 'Strictly Ballroom' will hold you tight and dance straight into your heart. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: "Strictly Ballroom: From Stage To Screen" featurette; "Samba to Slow Fox Dance" featurette; Deleted Scene; Design Gallery with Narration; and Audio Commentary with Director Baz Luhrmann, Production Designer Catherine Martin and Choreographer John "Cha Cha" O'Connell. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Strictly Ballroom' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 30.Posted Tue Feb 12, 2013 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Clint Eastwood 20 Film Collection' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]Go ahead, punk. Get dad a load of squinty goodness on Blu-ray this Father's Day! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers will release 'Clint Eastwood 20 Film Collection' on June 4. Clint Eastwood’s illustrious motion picture career has spanned more than half a century and touched generations of filmgoers. The filmmaker/actor has received five Academy Awards®[1]and his films have grossed more than $2 billion at the domestic box office. This year marks the 38th anniversary of the relationship between Warner Bros., Clint Eastwood and Malpaso Productions, which has culminated in more than 40 films made for the studio. In addition to his most recent film, 'Trouble with the Curve,' this collection will include “Eastwood Directs: The Untold Story,” produced by Richard Schickel. This unprecedented new film focuses on Eastwood's directorial style as seen through the eyes of many of his producing partners and actors. It explores how Eastwood’s style is unique and illustrates why he has managed to be successful for more than four decades. The major talent participating includes Martin Scorsese, Meryl Streep, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman and many others and the insights that emerge are nothing short of extraordinary. “Eastwood Directs: The Untold Story” will be making its television debut on TCM in May. The 20 films in this set include: A Perfect World Dirty Harry Every Which Way But Loose Firefox Gran Torino Heartbreak Ridge Hereafter Invictus J. Edgar Letters from Iwo Jima Magnum Force Million Dollar Baby Mystic River Pale Rider Space Cowboys Sudden Impact The Gauntlet The Outlaw Josey Wales Trouble with the Curve Unforgiven Specs and full supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $129.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Clint Eastwood 20 Film Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
'Argo: Declassified' Featurette Now Available[teaser]Check out a 28-minute video for Ben Affleck's Academy Award nominated film arriving on Blu-ray next week. [/teaser] As previously reported, Warner Brothers is readying 'Argo' for Blu-ray on February 19. Based on real events, the dramatic thriller "Argo" chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis, focusing on the little-known role that the CIA and Hollywood played—information that was not declassified until many years after the event. On November 4, 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge in the home of Canadian Ambassador Ken Taylor. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, the Canadian and American governments ask the CIA to intervene. The CIA turns to their top "exfiltration" specialist, Tony Mendez, to come up with a plan to get the six Americans safely out of the country. A plan so incredible, it could only happen in the movies. The Blu-ray/DVD/Ultraviolet combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Feature Length Picture in Picture: Eye Witness Account; Audio Commentary with Director Ben Affleck; Rescued from Tehran: We Were There; Argo: Absolute Authenticity; Argo: The CIA & Hollywood Connection; and Escape From Iran: The Hollywood Option. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Argo' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Paradigm Start Shipping its First Soundbar[teaser]You'll find six drivers in the soundbar itself and an eight inch driver in the wireless sub. [/teaser] The folks at Paradigm have just started shipping out their very first soundbar, the Soundtrack System. Onboard you'll find a pair of 4.5 inch drivers for bass and midrange as well as a pair of a pair of four inch passive radiators. Highs are handled by one two one-inch dome tweeters. As has become a bit of a standard for soundbars, a wireless subwoofer is included. The sub, which is pretty slick looking, packs an eight inch woofer with a 1.5 inch voice coil. It can be set up wirelessly so that you can place it wherever you like, but if you prefer to wire it in, you can go that route as well. The Sountrack System is available now at a price of $799. Source: Big Picture Big SoundPosted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'The Great Magician' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The Chinese period drama will magically appear on Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA says 'The Great Magician' will hit Blu-ray on March 19. In 1916, China is in turmoil with warlords battling against each other and Japanese conspirators lurking in the dark. One day, a mysterious man named Zhang Xian takes the capital city by storm with his mesmerizing magic tricks. He soon catches the attention of ruthless warlord Commander Lei, who is eager to please his seventh wife Liu Yin by taking her to see Zhang's performance. Unbeknownst to Lei, his favorite concubine was once the fiancée of Zhang, and approaching him to earn his trust is just the first step in the vengeful illusionist's secret agenda... The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include a making-of featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Great Magician' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 19.Posted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
JVC Adds a Projector Control iOS App[teaser]The reference projector line can now be adjusted via your iPhone, iPad or iPod. [/teaser] JVC has just launched a new app that may be a welcome relief to projector owners. Their D-ILA Remote app for iPhone, iPod and iPad allows you quick and easy control of your projector, allowing you to adjust a variety of settings without having to fumble through menus with your remote. The app is compatible with the DLA-RS46, DLA-RS48, DLA-RS4810, DLA-RS56, and DLA-RS66 Reference Series projectors and is available now, free on iTunes. Source: Electronic HousePosted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Crimewave' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The 1985 cult serial killer spoof debuts on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory will release 'Crimewave' on Blu-ray on May 14. Sam Raimi ('The Evil Dead') directs this unconventional comedy penned by Oscar-winning siblings Joel and Ethan Coen, a film told mostly in flashback that blends elements of cartoons and black-and-white crime dramas. The plot follows the exploits of two outlandish professional killers (Paul L. Smith and Brion James) who whack the owner of a security company and pin the crime on an innocent man (Reed Birney). Specs, supplements, and suggested list price for the Blu-ray are still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Crimewave' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 14.Posted Mon Feb 11, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by:
