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'Being Human: Season Four' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The fourth season of the original supernatural series will arrive on Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner/BBC is working on 'Being Human: Season Four' for Blu-ray on January 15. The original UK 'Being Human' is back for an all-new season. In an old hotel, in a sleepy seaside town, a vampire, a werewolf, and a ghost try their best to live normal human lives. Yet despite their efforts to be left in peace, there are members of their own kind determined to rid the world of humanity. With the vampires still wanting to strike and The Old Ones on their way, Annie and her two new housemates - Tom and Hal - find themselves in the middle of the struggle. But now, not only are there vampires to keep at bay, there's also a wicked ghost on the loose, and someone's trying to expose the existence of werewolves. Being human has never been tougher. Specs have yet to be detailed for the three disc set, but supplements will include: Trailer, Prequels, Sequel, Deleted Scenes, Interviews with Cast and Crew, and Behind the Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $59.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Being Human: Season Four' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 15.Posted Mon Dec 31, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'The Twilight Zone: The Complete Series' on Blu-ray $149.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon's Gold Box special this week offers the entire classic series on Blu-ray for over sixty percent off![/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'The Twilight Zone: The Complete Series' on Blu-ray for only $149.99 (63% off suggested retail price). For the fans patiently holding out for the ultimate compilation of Rod Serling’s sci-fi masterpiece – the time has finally arrived! The Twilight Zone: The Complete Collection Blu-ray™ features all 156 episodes of Rod Serling’s groundbreaking series completely re-mastered and enhanced in high definition, all in one box set. Enjoy over 75 hours of the iconic episodes featuring some of Hollywood’s biggest names including William Shatner, Robert Redford, Mickey Rooney, Burt Reynolds, Art Carney, Burgess Meredith, Cliff Robertson, Dennis Weaver, Don Rickles, Jack Klugman, Jay Overholts, Lee Marvin, Martin Landau, Robert McCord and many more! Loaded with bonus features found in the Seasons 1-5 releases, this collection gives you another reason to dive back into the cryptic, metaphysical world of The Twilight Zone. Click here to take advantage of this deal that is available now through January 6.Posted Sun Dec 30, 2012 at 08:27 AM PST by: -
Weekend Roundtable: 2013 Home Theater WishesAs we close out 2012, it's time to make our wishes for the home theater plans, releases and developments that we hope to see in the coming year. Perhaps you look forward to a new Blu-ray release, or perhaps you'd like to upgrade some of your HT gear? Whatever you want 2013 to bring, tell us about it in the blog today.Posted Fri Dec 28, 2012 at 12:01 PM PST by: -
Only Half of Smart TVs are Connected to the Internet[teaser]According to a recent study, only 60% of those with connected sets use them for streaming. [/teaser] The NPD group conducted a poll recently detailing the use of smart TV features and found that a surprising amount of people aren't even touching them. Half of smart TV owners don't even have their sets connected to the internet, meaning they have a whole feature set that they aren't even looking at. Of the 50% of people that actually have their sets connected, 60% use them to watch streaming content while only 10% use their sets for other online activities like casual games, Facebook, reading ebooks and video calling – a surprising number considering how hard companies pushed Skype a few years back. The big question of course is why. It's unclear from the data whether these folks are getting their content somewhere else or simply ignoring connected features. Set-top boxes and HTPCs were not accounted for in the study. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Fri Dec 28, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Westinghouse Will Debut 50, 55, 65 and 110 Inch UHDTVs[teaser]All of these new sets are due out in the first quarter of 2013. [/teaser] Westinghouse TVs tend to be less about quality and more about economy, but it looks like they're making an effort to attract the high-end crowd. The company is making not only the 110 inch UHDTV we already knew about, but 50, 55 and 65 inch sets as well, all sized to fit the average living room. They're also sized to fit through your door, unlike their big brother. "Our new UHDTV lineup, and the value that it offers to consumers, will change expectations across the entire TV marketplace," says Westinghouse VP Ray Rourke. "We believe that consumers will be amazed by the experience they can expect from these displays and delighted with the affordability." There are two big things that we're waiting to find out about these sets and the first, of course, is how good they look. If Westinghouse pulled out the stops on these sets, they could be contenders for some that want to get into 4K. Price is the other detail we need. A low priced 4K set could start getting people interested, even if it's not the top of the line. Source: Electronic HousePosted Fri Dec 28, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Atlas Shrugged: Part II' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The film based on the second part of the 1957 Ayn Rand novel is coming to Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox has slated 'Atlas Shrugged: Part II' for Blu-ray on February 19. Part two of Ayn Rand’s groundbreaking novel comes to the screen in this thrilling and powerful drama. The global economy is on the brink of collapse. Brilliant creators, from artists to industrialists, continue to mysteriously disappear. Dagny Taggart, Vice President in Charge of Operations for Taggart Transcontinental, has discovered what may very well be the answer to a mounting energy crisis - a revolutionary motor that could seemingly power the World. But, the motor is dead... there is no one left to decipher its secret... and, someone is watching. It's a race against the clock to find the inventor before the motor of the World is stopped for good. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: behind the scenes, deleted scenes and extended segment, and sneak peek. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Atlas Shrugged: Part II' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Fri Dec 28, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Inuyasha The Movie: The Complete Collection' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Fans of the anime franchise can look forward to a Blu-ray release in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner/Viz Media is readying 'Inuyasha The Movie: The Complete Collection' for Blu-ray on March 26. In a mystical version of feudal-era Japan, modern-day schoolgirl Kagome and half-demon Inuyasha are drawn together across time to protect a land ravaged by demons. In these four feature films, our heroes take on new challenges and strange foes. With their crew of demon-slaying friends, Kagome and Inuyasha face the adventures of their lives. Specs have yet to be detailed for the two disc set, but supplements will include production sketches. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Inuyasha The Movie: The Complete Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 26.Posted Fri Dec 28, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Argo' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]One of the best films of 2012 will be available on Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner/Viz Media 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 Thu Dec 27, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
PSB Launches the SubSeries 125 Subwoofer[teaser]The sub runs $449 and offers up a 125 watt amp and eight inch woofer. [/teaser] PSB is bringing the new SubSeries 125 subwoofer to CES next week, but those who want to get their hands on it now can – it's shipping as of today. The sub sports a 125 watt amp and an eight inch woofer with a polypropylene cone. "The goal for any subwoofer is to produce clean, deep bass throughout the room and with as little room interaction as possible," says PSB founder Paul Barton. "The engineering challenge is to achieve this in a small footprint enclosure at an affordable price. PSB has perfected the tools required to get the optimal result for every loudspeaker application and I believe this new compact SubSeries 125 sets a new standard in affordable subwoofers." Source: Electronic HousePosted Thu Dec 27, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'A Late Quartet' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed drama will be taking requests on Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox has slated 'A Late Quartet' for Blu-ray on February 5. Academy Award® Winners Christopher Walken and Philip Seymour Hoffman strike all the right chords with Academy Award® Nominee Catherine Keener and Mark Ivanir in this powerful story that blends raw emotion with fiery passion to form an unforgettable cinematic masterpiece. After 25 years together, the members of a world-renowned string quartet learn that their beloved cellist (Walken) may soon be forced to retire. But the news stirs up equally painful challenges when competing egos, harbored resentment, and irrepressible lust threaten to derail the group as they struggleto maintain harmony in their music — and their lives. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include Discord and Harmony. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'A Late Quartet' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 5.Posted Thu Dec 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by:
