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DISH Now Offers High-Speed Satellite Internet[teaser]The speeds aren't remarkable, but if you're living in an area that other high-speed options aren't available, it's a big step up. [/teaser] For city-dwellers, it's easy to forget that some folks don't have many options for internet – if any. The folks at DISH have unveiled a new satellite internet service called dishNET that will almost certainly be welcome relief. The new service offers a 5Mbps download at $39 a month and 10Mbps download at $49 when bundled with America's Top 120 or higher programming packages. "Many unserved and underserved markets are years away from a telco or cable broadband build out, but dishNET is available today," says VP Brian McIntyre. "These services will have powerful, positive impacts for kids, educators, businesses, farmers and families -- no matter how far out of town they may choose to live." Source: EngadgetPosted Thu Sep 27, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Tyler Perry's Witness Protection' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Madea is back in yet another Tyler Perry film hitting Blu-ray this October. [/teaser] As previously reported, Lionsgate says 'Tyler Perry's Witness Protection' is coming to high-definition on October 23. As a Wall Street investment banker’s world is turned upside-down when he finds out he has been set up in a mob Ponzi scheme, his family is forced into witness protection under the care of the outspoken Madea. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include numerous behind-the-scenes featurettes highlighting outrageous Madea moments, the comedy on set as well what it is like working with a multi-dimensional powerhouse like Tyler Perry. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Tyler Perry's Witness Protection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 23.Posted Thu Sep 27, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Contest: Win 'Bond 50' on Blu-ray!Breaking News: High-Def Digest has an extra copy of the 'Bond 50' box set en route, and we've decided to give it away to one of you, our lucky readers! Yes, you have the chance to win the amazing 23-disc box set that contains all of the James Bond movies from 1962 to present. Don't miss this incredible opportunity. Enter our contest in the blog today!Posted Thu Sep 27, 2012 at 06:15 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Breaking Bad: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray $16.16 at Amazon[teaser]Save 55 percent on the season two Blu-ray this week at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is currently offering 'Breaking Bad: The Complete Second Season' for $16.16 (55% off suggested list price). As previously reported, Amazon is also selling 'Breaking Bad: The Complete First Season' for $14.20 (54% off suggested list price). The series stars Emmy-winner Bryan Cranston as a cancer-stricken high school chemistry teacher who turns to a life of crime making meth in order to provide for his family. Click here to order the Blu-ray sets and these offers are valid from now through September 30.Posted Thu Sep 27, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 2007 reunion concert will be available in high-definition in four flavors this November! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Music just revealed 'Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day' for Blu-ray on November 19. On December 10, 2007, Led Zeppelin took the stage at London's O2 Arena to headline a tribute concert for dear friend and Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun. What followed was a two-hour-plus tour de force of the band's signature blues-infused rock n roll that instantly became part of the legend of Led Zeppelin. Founding members John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant were joined by Jason Bonham, the son of their late drummer John Bonham, to perform 16 songs from their celebrated catalog including landmark tracks Whole Lotta Love, Rock And Roll, Kashmir, and Stairway To Heaven. Although 20 million people applied for tickets, the band s first headline show in 27 years was seen only by the 18,000 ticket holders who were fortunate enough to have secured seats through the worldwide lottery. The Blu-rays will feature DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and uncompressed PCM 2.0 soundtracks and suggested list price for the Blu-ray Audio is $24.99, the Blu-ray/CD Combo is $34.95, the Blu-ray/CD Combo (CD Packaging) is $34.95, and a Deluxe Blu-ray/DVD/CD Combo is $44.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 19.Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
'Paul McCartney: Live Kisses' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The February 2012 concert directed by Jonas Åkerlund will plant some kisses on Blu-ray's bottom this November! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is prepping 'Paul McCartney: Live Kisses' for a high-definition release on November 13. Live Kisses captures Paul McCartney performing the songs from his acclaimed Kisses On The Bottom album live from the legendary Capitol Studios in Hollywood. Paul is joined by a virtuoso group of musicians led by Diana Krall on the piano in these sparkling renditions of classic songs from the American songbook and the wonderful new song My Valentine. In between the songs there are interview clips with Paul, Diana Krall and many of those involved in the recording of the Kisses On The Bottom album. This is an intimate and charming performance which adds yet another facet to Paul McCartney s already broad canvas of talents. This was a concert unlike any Paul had given before. Without his famous Höfner bass in hand or in fact any musical instruments, Paul took his place behind the same microphone that has captured some of the most iconic voices in history to focus on his vocal delivery as he led the assembled A-list group of musicians through a collection of the standards he grew up listening to in his childhood, as well as his own original composition “My Valentine.” Streamed live to the world online, Live Kisses marked the launch of Paul’s Kisses On The Bottom album. The film tells the story of how, with the help of Grammy Award-winning producer Tommy LiPuma, Diana Krall and her band, Paul created a critically acclaimed album, which featured guest appearances from Eric Clapton and Stevie Wonder. The record represents a deeply personal journey through classic American compositions that a young Paul first heard his father perform on piano at home. Upon its release Kisses… topped the US Billboard Jazz album chart at number 1, as well as charting top 5 all around the world. On the night the all-star line up were reunited to include musical director Diana Krall (piano), John Clayton (bass), Karriem Riggins (drums), John Pizzarelli (guitar), Anthony Wilson (guitar), Mike Mainieri (vibraphone) and conductor Alan Broadbent. Tommy LiPuma and Al Schmitt resumed their roles in the studio and special guest musicians on the evening included Abe Laboriel Jr. (from Paul’s touring band) on backing vocals and Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh. Walsh performed the “My Valentine” guitar solo originally recorded by Eric Clapton on the studio album. The concert was performed just hours after Paul brought Vine Street in LA to a standstill as he was presented with his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in front of the Capitol Records Building. The night of the concert (February 9th) was also the 48th anniversary of The Beatles' U.S. TV debut on The Ed Sullivan Show. Tracklisting: 1) I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter 2) Home (When Shadows Fall) 3) It's Only A Paper Moon 4) The Glory Of Love 5) More I Cannot Wish You 6) We Three (My Echo, My Shadow And Me) 7) Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate The Positive 8) My Valentine 9) Always 10) My Very Good Friend The Milkman 11) Bye Bye Blackbird 12) Get Yourself Another Fool 13) My One And Only Love Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: All six versions of the video for My Valentine featuring Natalie Portman & Johnny Depp plus a behind the scenes featurette; Interview with Paul McCartney and producer Tony LiPuma on the making of the Kisses On The Bottom album; and Kisses On The Bottom photoshoot versions 1 and 2. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Paul McCartney: Live Kisses' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 13.Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Bowers & Wilkins Announces the CI 800 Series of In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speakers[teaser]The new line includes a three-way speaker with a pair of 7-inch low frequency drivers. [/teaser] Bowers & Wilkins has announced a new line of in-wall and in-ceiling loudspeakers designed for those who want optimal sound without actually having speakers visible in their room. There are a pair of two-way speakers launching , both of which offer up a one inch Carbon Based tweeter with Nautilus Tube, just like you find in their less subtle designs. They CCM 8.5 and CWM 8.5 sport a seven inch woven blue Kevlar cone driver that provides you with frequency response as low as 35Hz. The largest of the line is the three-way, in-wall CWM 8.3. This loudspeaker gives you the same one inch tweeter, but switches up the Kevlar driver to a five inch for better mid response. Picking up the bass is a pair of seven inch carbon fiber Rohacell bass drivers. This gets you down to 30Hz. Bowers & Wilkins says that thanks to a rotating center baffle, you can install this either horizontally or vertically. The new speaker line is due out by the end of this year. Source: Electronic House More: Bowers & Wilkins (PDF)Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
Verizon/TiVo Lawsuit Results in a $250 Million Payout for TiVo[teaser]With that settled, TiVo says Redbox streaming may be supported in TiVo units when it launches. [/teaser] The ongoing lawsuit between TiVo and Verizon has finally been settled. Because Verizon used TiVo's technology in its DVRs, the company now has to shell out $250 million - $100 million up front and $150 million divided into installments. With that settled, TiVo says that the company is looking to future distribution services such as the one being created by Verizon and Redbox. A big part of making a streaming service succeed is making it available to everyone who wants it, and getting Redbox Instant onto TiVos would be a huge boon. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Suddenly (1954)' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1954 film noir classic starring Frank Sinatra will take Blu-ray hostage this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment is working on 'Suddenly (1954)' for Blu-ray on December 4. Transferred from the original 35mm studio fine grain master print, 'Suddenly' features Sinatra as a violent and volatile hitman in a unforgettable white-knuckled thriller. This was Frank Sinatra’s first film following his Academy Award®-winning performance in 'From Here to Eternity'. Daring for its day, 'Suddenly' remains a controversial classic of unnerving suspense. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 1.0 soundtrack, and supplements include: New commentaries by Frank Sinatra Jr. and USC film professor Dr. Drew Casper; 1957 short film N.Y., N.Y.: A Day in New York by director Francis Thompson; and Image Gallery. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Suddenly (1954)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under December 4.Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'The Avengers - 3D' Blu-ray $19.99 at Amazon![teaser]The highest grossing film of all-time is now sixty percent off at Amazon![/teaser] The movie just hit stores and now the online retailer is already selling 'The Avengers - 3D' on Blu-ray 3D (2D included) for only $19.99 (60% off suggested retail price). The film brings together Marvel super heroes Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), Captain America (Chris Evans), Thor (Chris Hemsworth), the Incredible Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson), Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) and Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) in one blockbuster adventure from the mind of Joss Whedon. Click here to suit up and ASSEMBLE!Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 07:35 AM PDT by:
