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Sharp Will Cut Nearly 20 Percent of Workforce in Restructuring Plan[teaser]The company also plans to cut wages and sell or close international plants. [/teaser] Sharp is undergoing a major restructuring – one much more significant than it appeared to be. The company recently announced that it would be cutting pay for all employees, but it turns out they need to go much further than that. According to the Kyodo news, Sharp will be eliminating 10,966 jobs from its 57,170 person workforce. That's 19% of its employees. The company will also be cutting employee wages. Again. Sharp's plan right now is to sell off international plants and fringe businesses like its solar battery division. The company will also be analyzing its LCD TV and smartphone businesses and finding better ways to execute in those markets. Source: EngadgetPosted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Total Recall (2012)' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The sci-fi blockbuster remake gets an extended director's cut on Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony will be releasing 'Total Recall (2012)' on Blu-ray on December 18. This second adaptation of the Phillip K Dick short story "We Will Remember It For You Wholesale" features an all-star cast including Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Bryan Cranston, Jessica Biel, Bill Nighy, and Ethan Hawke. The Blu-ray/DVD/UV Digital Copy combo pack will feature both the theatrical and extended director's cuts of the movie in 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Total Recall With Insight; Commentary with Director Len Wiseman; Gag Reel; Science Fiction vs. Science Fact; Designing The Fall; Total Action; and Pre-Visualization Sequences. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $40.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Total Recall (2012)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 18.Posted Wed Sep 26, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Breaking Bad: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray $14.20 at Amazon[teaser]Save over fifty percent on the blu ray of the first season of one of the best shows on TV at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is currently offering '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 set and this offer is valid from now through September 30.Posted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 11:24 AM PDT by: -
Cable is Still Dominating the VOD Market[teaser]The internet is catching up, but cable and satellite operators still own the majority of the market. [/teaser] The National Polling Data group has revealed the numbers for VOD rentals and there's no question about who is in the lead. During the first half of 2012, cable and satellite absolutely dominated with a 48% share of the market. Over half of that was Comcast. The highest VOD provider that wasn't TV or Satellite was iTunes with 8% and numbers dropping from there. Of course, part of the reason for the difference is that subscription based video seems to be favored online, with more folks hitting up Netflix for their content than renting individual titles from Amazon and Vudu. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'A MusiCares Tribute to Barbra Streisand' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Babs is joined by an all-star cast of musical guests on Blu-ray this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is getting ready to release 'A MusiCares Tribute to Barbra Streisand' on Blu-ray on November 13. At a gala event in Los Angeles last year, numerous guests including Tony Bennett, Faith Hill, Diana Krall, Seal, Stevie Wonder and more gathered to perform and honor Barbra as MusiCares Person of the Year. Tracks include: 1. Down With Love / Get Happy/ Make Someone Happy – Diana Krall 2. Guilty – Seal 3. Somewhere – Leona Lewis 4. On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever) / Lazy Afternoon – Herbie Hancock and Nikki Yanofsky 5. My Man – Lea Michele 6. Come Rain or Come Shine – Jeff Beck, LeAnn Rimes and BeBe Winans 7. Send in the Clowns – Faith Hill 8. One Less Bell to Answer / A House Is Not a Home – Kristin Chenoweth and Matthew Morrison 9. Memory – Barry Manilow 10. Smile – Tony Bennett 11. People – Stevie Wonder featuring Arturo Sandoval 12. Windmills of Your Mind – Barbra Streisand 13. The Promise (I'll Never Say Goodbye) – Barbra Streisand. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $21.99. You can find the latest specs for 'A MusiCares Tribute to Barbra Streisand' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 13.Posted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Redbox Instant Will Provide Streaming and Disc Rentals by the End of 2012[teaser]There's no word on pricing quite yet, but we're quite curious about what this will mean for Blu-ray rentals. [/teaser] Redbox, once a fledgling chain of rental kiosks has grown into a massive force of, well, still rental kiosks. Things are changing though, and the company will taking to the internet with a movie-focused streaming service. Subscribing to the service will get you streaming content, access to digital purchases through Redbox and a monthly allotment of disc rentals. There's no word on pricing yet, but it should be very interesting to see what happens with Blu-ray rentals – whether or not there will be a Netflix style upcharge. The service is currently testing internally with around 500 Redbox employees. The company plans a short public test before rollout, which is expected by the end of this year. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Francis Ford Coppola: 5-Film Collection' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Here's a great affordable Blu-ray gift idea for movie fans this holiday season! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Francis Ford Coppola: 5-Film Collection' is coming to Blu-ray on December 4. Francis Ford Coppola has made a name for himself in cinema history as one of the most influential filmmakers of his time. With 5 Academy Award wins and countless praises from critics his work is also loved by independent film enthusiasts and fans alike. In honor of his fearless innovative filmmaking career fans can now own a stunning collection featuring 5 films directed by Coppola available together on Blu-ray for the first time! Including 'Apocalypse Now,' 'Apocalypse Now Redux,' 'The Conversation,' 'One From the Heart,' and 'Tetro' - this must own collection is available at an unbeatable price. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is only $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Francis Ford Coppola: 5-Film Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 4.Posted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Thunderstruck' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The family sports comedy starring NBA superstar Kevin Durant will slam dunk Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers will bring 'Thunderstruck' to Blu-ray on December 4. When Brian, a hopelessly uncoordinated young fan magically switches talents with his basketball hero (NBA Superstar Kevin Durant, playing himself), he becomes the star of his high school team...while Kevin Durant suddenly can’t make a shot to save his life. But with the playoffs approaching, Brian learns that being a true winner involves working hard at your own game, and he tries to make things right in time to prevent a catastrophic end to his hero’s season. The Blu-ray/DVD/UV Digital Copy will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: KD's Klinic - Kevin Durant and Taylor Gray go behind the playbooks and teleprompters to discuss the film's complicated basketball elements and what it took to pull off their "talent exchange"; Coach Z - video interview with James Belushi; From Backboards to Clapboards; Tristin May's Video Blog; Deleted Scenes; and more. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray will be $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Thunderstruck' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 4.Posted Tue Sep 25, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Campaign' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The political comedy gets elected to Blu-ray at the end of October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has set 'The Campaign' for Blu-ray on October 30. When long-term congressman Cam Brady (Will Ferrell) commits a major public gaffe before an upcoming election, a pair of ultra-wealthy CEOs plot to put up a rival candidate and gain influence over their North Carolina district. Their man: na‹ve Marty Huggins (Zach Galifianakis), director of the local Tourism Center. At first, Marty appears to be the unlikeliest possible choice but, with the help of his new benefactors' support, he soon becomes a real contender. As election day closes in, the two are locked in a dead heat, with insults quickly escalating to injury until all they care about is burying each other in this mud-slinging, back-stabbing, home-wrecking comedy from 'Meet the Parents' director Jay Roach. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Campaign' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 30.Posted Mon Sep 24, 2012 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
The Simple.TV DVR is Shipping Next Week to Kickstarter and Pre-Order Customers[teaser]The DVR, which streams to your web browser, smartphone, tablet or set-top, will be available to order by the end of this month. [/teaser] The Simple.TV DVR is one of those products that probably wouldn't exist in the first place if it wasn't for Kickstarter. It's a niche product, but a very cool one for a specific group of customers. The Simple.TV DVR connects to your antenna or cable through a coax adapter and then records and streams broadcast television to your internet browser or dedicated apps for iOS and Roku. What the Simple.TV DVR doesn't do is handle channels outside of the freely available broadcast channels. That means no 'Breaking Bad,' no 'Weeds' and no 'Game of Thrones.' If you shell out $49 a year for the premium service - $149 for lifetime – you'll be able to do more than just record and play back to devices in your home. You can stream to your app or internet browser no matter where you are, and you'll have a more pleasant experience thanks to a program guide, series recording and program details. Source: Electronic HousePosted Mon Sep 24, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by:
