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'Top Gun' Dated for Blu-ray 3D![teaser]The ultimate bromance movie soars to the third-dimension in February! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is working on 'Top Gun - 3D' for Blu-ray 3D on February 19. The Blu-ray 3D of Tony Scott's film looks like it might be a Best Buy exclusive. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Top Gun - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Alex Cross' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]Tyler Perry goes serious in the PG-13 crime thriller planned for Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'Alex Cross' for Blu-ray on February 5. Based on the novel "Cross" by James Patterson and popularized by Morgan Freeman in 'Kiss the Girls' and 'Along Came a Spider,' Tyler Perry takes over as Dr. Alex Cross, a homicide detective/psychologist with the Detroit Police Department. Cross meets his match in a dangerous serial killer (Matthew Fox). The two face off in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, but when the mission gets personal, Cross is pushed to the edge of his moral and psychological limits. With a screenplay by Marc Moss and Kerry Williamson; the film is directed by Rob Cohen. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Rob Cohen; "The Psychologist and the Butcher: Adapting and Filming Alex Cross" featurette; and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Alex Cross' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 5.Posted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Meridian is Upgrading its Audio Components and Speakers[teaser]Updated versions of the speakers and components will be available before the end of the year. [/teaser] Meridian is one of those "man, if I ever hit it big" kind of brands. They make the gear that most people will never be able to afford, but we still love to drool over – especially those massive speakers. The new DSP7200 L/R speakers and DSP7200 HC center channel certainly fit into that category, and pack a new tweeter as well as better low end audio response. You'll be able to pick these up for $19,000 per speaker in November. Also new are the $22,000 Signature Reference 808v5 CD player, $25,000 861v8 Reference Digital Sound Controller, and the $16,000 818v2 Reference Audio Core. These feature a variety of improvements and will be available in November. Those wishing to upgrade their existing gear will be able to, for a price, come December. Source: TWICEPosted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Anger Management: Season One' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The first 10 episodes of Charlie Sheen's "winning" new sitcom are bound for Blu-ray next year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Anger Management: Season One' is coming to Blu-ray on January 8. The debut episode of 'Anger Management' was the most watched primetime scripted comedy series premiere in cable history. The show features Charlie Sheen (TV's "Two And A Half Men," 'Wall Street,' 'Major League') as "Charlie" in his most unlikely role to date, a therapist specializing in anger management. Sheen is joined by a hilarious cast, which includes Selma Blair ('The Sweetest Thing,' 'Cruel Intentions') as his therapist/friend with benefits, Shawnee Smith ('Saw') his ex-wife and their 13-year-old daughter, Daniela Bobadilla (TV's "Lies In Plain Sight"). The Blu-ray will feature 1080P video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include Charlie's Baby - New Interviews with Charlie Sheen, the cast and the series' creator; Behind The Couch: Meet Charlie's Patients - On set with the anger-impaired therapy group and the actors who play them; and Anger Mismanagement - Gag Reel. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Anger Management: Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 8.Posted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Sharp Announces 32-Inch 4K IGZO Monitors Shipping at $5,500[teaser]We've seen the new screen technology in smaller forms, but this is the biggest IGZO display yet. [/teaser] IGZO is a new tech that Sharp has been playing with for a few years and is finally ready to push out to larger forms. The acronym stands for indium gallium zinc oxide, which replaces the traditional silicon layer of a TV screen. This allows for a few different things, including smaller pictures, faster response times and better power efficiency. There have been a few IGZO products launched thusfar, including today's Aquos Phone Zeta, but none quite this large. The 32 inch PN-K321, which comes out in February, is just 35mm thick and offers up an Ultra HD resolution. Pricing is expected to be 450,000 yen or around $5,500 US. Source: EngadgetPosted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'About Cherry' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The drama screened at the Berlin International Film Festival will hit Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MPI has slated 'About Cherry' for Blu-ray on January 15. This bold debut film by author Stephen Elliott, a visual love letter to San Francisco, is the story of high school student Angelina (Ashley Hinshaw), whose choices lead her from a depressing home life and dead-end job in Los Angeles to the fetish-filled Bay Area adult film world. A stepfather with dark motives lurks in the background, as Angelina watches over her younger sister and questions her options. In memorable supporting roles are Festival favorite Lili Taylor as Angelina's manic and opportunistic mother, Jonny Weston as her sexy but sleazy boyfriend and Dev Patel as best friend and much-needed nonsexual support. The vibrant cast also includes James Franco as a coke-addicted attorney who spots Angelina in a strip club, and Heather Graham as a female porn director who launches "Cherry's" adult film career with mixed feelings. A gritty and defiantly voyeuristic look at the life of a youth who never loses her innocence, even as she gyrates for the camera, Cherry captures a rare point of view, urging us to consider the delicate tension between body and self by focusing on society's most sought after objects of desire. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and no supplements have been announced. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'About Cherry' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 15.Posted Wed Nov 28, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Here Comes the Boom' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Another Kevin James comedy will fall down on Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony will be releasing 'Here Comes the Boom' on Blu-ray on February 5. James stars as a high school biology teacher who becomes a mixed martial arts fighter in order to save his school's extra-curricular activities program. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Here Comes the Boom' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 5.Posted Tue Nov 27, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
SVS Launches its First Sub-$500 Subwoofers[teaser]The SB-1000 and PB-1000 both come in at $499 and bring impressive frequency responses and plenty of power with them. [/teaser] SVS isn't known for having low priced subwoofers, but the SB-1000 and PB-1000 certainly qualify. They're the first subs to come in at less than $500 for SVS. Each sub brings something different to the table, but both bring a lot. The SB-1000 features a 12 inch, front-firing driver that allows for a frequency response from 24Hz to 260Hz. You'll also find a vented pole piece and a power efficient voice-coil that keep the subwoofer cool while its providing the bass. The PB-1000 utilizes a 10 inch driver, but adds a 3.5 inch flow port and brings a frequency response of 19Hz to 270Hz. Source: Electronic HousePosted Tue Nov 27, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'The Package' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Steve Austin takes on Dolph Lundgren on Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'The Package' for Blu-ray on February 19. Directed by Jesse V. Johnson and written by Derek Kolstad, 'The Package' features Austin as Tommy Wick, a nightclub bouncer and enforcer for Seattle crime boss Big Doug (Eric Keenleyside, 'Dreamcatcher,' 'Firewall'). When Big Doug instructs Tommy to hand-deliver a secret package to the mysterious international crime lord “The German,” (Lundgren), he does so with the hopes that Big Doug will forgive the debt Tommy’s brother Eddie (Lochlyn Munroe, 'White Chicks,' 'Freddy vs. Jason') owes. Word of the clandestine delivery spreads and soon “the package” – and those who carry it – becomes the target of rival gang leader Anthony (Michael Daingerfield, 'The Messengers'). Anthony will stop at nothing to ensure its capture. Facing incredible odds, Tommy races against the ticking clock – and a small army of hit men, mercenaries, assassins and sadists -- to complete delivery. But does The German have other ideas about what to do with the package? The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and there doesn't appear to be any supplements. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Package' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Tue Nov 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
This Year's Black Friday is the Biggest Shopping Day on Record[teaser]Consumer electronics and media like Blu-rays and DVDs made up for a majority of purchases. [/teaser] As usual, Black Friday was a good day for stores and customers alike, with the former getting more foot traffic and the chance to earn return visits and the latter walking out with amazing deals on different items. Spending was up overall, by $25 per person on average. That number increased for both online and brick and mortar shopping alike. According to the National Retail Federation, media like books, Blu-rays and DVDs were purchased by 39 percent of buyers while consumer electronics were picked up by 37.7 percent. The highest category, as usual, was clothing. There's some debate about how worthwhile sales like these are for retailers, but Shawn DuBravac of the CEA says that retailers know how to make them work. They may be selling at or under cost, but the ability to sell high margin accessories, warranties and even gift cards makes a huge difference. Source: TWICEPosted Tue Nov 27, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by:
