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Samsung is Taking its Super OLED to IFA[teaser]Hopefully we'll get a little more information on the impressive new set.[/teaser] Not too many companies are still seriously pursuing large screen OLED sets, but Samsung seems to be pretty dedicated to the idea. The company brought a TV to CES that they're calling Super OLED and we've been dying to know more since. The 55 inch Super OLED set will be shown off at the upcoming IFA event and we're hoping to get just a bit more information on it. Specifically, a price and release date would be helpful, especially since LG's 55EM9600 is set to retail at $7900 next month. Source: Big Picture Big SoundPosted Mon Apr 16, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Age of the Dragons' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Captain Ahab will be hunting a great white dragon (you read that right: dragon) on Blu-ray this July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Arc Entertainment is preparing 'Age of the Dragons' for Blu-ray on July 24. 'Age of the Dragons' is an adaptation of Herman Melville's classic novel Moby Dick. Set in a medieval realm where Captain Ahab and crew hunt dragons for the vitriol that powers their world, Ishmael, a charismatic harpooner and his friend Queequeg join their quest. Ahab's adopted daughter Rachel, beautiful and tough, runs the hunting vessel. Ahab's obsession to seek revenge on a great White Dragon that slaughtered his family when he was young and left his body scarred and mauled, drives the crew deeper into the heart of darkness. In the White Dragon's lair Ahab's Secrets are revealed and Rachel must choose between following him on his dark quest or escaping to a new life with Ishmael. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $20.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Age of the Dragons' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 24.Posted Mon Apr 16, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
LG Launches a Store for 3D Content[teaser]All 2011 and 2012 LG Cinema 3D Smart TVs will be able to access the new source of 3D video.[/teaser] The folks at LG have just announced a brand new service for their Smart TVs that should please fans of 3D content. It's called 3D World and it's a hub for 3D content that you can rent directly through your TV. LG hasn't specified just what we can expect to see from 3D World, only that you'll be able to watch "high quality 3D content across numerous content categories such as entertainment, sports, documentary, kids, and lifestyle." They've also mentioned cooking shows, which could prove fairly interesting. If you have a 2011 LG Cinema 3D Smart TV, you'll have to download the 3D World app. If you're the owner of a 2012 model, you can access it directly from the dashboard. Source: EngadgetPosted Mon Apr 16, 2012 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The World's Greatest Railroads' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Chug-a-chug-a-chug-a-chug-a-WOO-WOO! [/teaser] In an announcement to retailers, Madacy has slated 'The World's Greatest Railroads' for Blu-ray on April 17. Ever wonder about the mighty trains you see barreling across the countryside at top speed? Where are they going? Where did they come from? What makes each one distinct? Well get set for the answer in The World’s Greatest Railroads: The Ultimate Railroad Experience, a fast-paced, 3-disc collection that takes a look at locomotives like never before. Get set for the ride of your life aboard this lavish production that puts you in the conductor’s seat on some of the world’s most legendary trains and rail lines. From the Texas State Railroad to the Polar Express and from the railroads of New Zealand to the trains of Cuba, this collection circles the globe to bring you a cavalcade of rail routes shot in high definition by some of the best videographers railway enthusiasts in the world. This beautifully photographed Blu-ray collection is a must for all rail fans and will make for one trip you won’t soon forget! Filmed in High Definition. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the 3-disc Blu-ray set is $17.97. You can find the latest specs for 'The World's Greatest Railroads' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 17.Posted Mon Apr 16, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Tom Cruise Collection' Blu-ray $25 at Amazon[teaser]Paramount's set of five Tom Cruise favorites on Blu-ray is over fifty percent off this week at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is selling the 'Tom Cruise Collection for $25 (57% off suggested list price). The box set includes: 'Days of Thunder,' 'Collateral,' 'Top Gun,' 'War of the Worlds,' and 'Minority Report.' Click here to gear into Cruise Control on Blu-ray! This deal is valid now through April 21.Posted Sun Apr 15, 2012 at 07:49 AM PDT by: -
James Cameron's 'Titanic' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Pre-Orders Live![teaser]One of the biggest motion pictures of all-time is coming to Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D in September and that's just the tip of the iceberg -- as Amazon is also running a pretty sweet promotion for the release! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is preparing 'Titanic' Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack and 'Titanic - 3D' Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack, and according to Amazon the date is set for September 14. James Cameron's 'Titanic' took home Oscars for Best Picture, Director, Best Art Direction and Set Decoration, Best Cinematography, Best Costume Design, Sound Effects Editing,Visual Effects, Best Film Editing, Best Original Dramatic Score, Best Original Song, and Best Sound. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $44.99 and the Blu-ray 3D is $54.99. Amazon has both editions listed for roughly 50% off and anyone who orders either release will also receive a $3 gift card (while the promotion lasts)! You can find the latest specs for 'Titanic' and 'Titanic - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are both indexed under September 14.Posted Sat Apr 14, 2012 at 09:38 AM PDT by: -
Bonus View Digest - April 13, 2012[teaser]Want to talk about David Lynch's foray into the music video world or about Aaron Sorkin's new HBO show? Well, head on over to The Bonus View where we've got all that and much, much more.[/teaser] TV Madness Our TV Madness tournament is very close to going into its second round. We have a few more matchups to take care of and then we'll be down to 32 characters. Monday's matchups were a little lopsided. Vic Mackey easily took out Zorro, while the futuristic babe/Terminator, Cameron, was too tough for Eddard Stark to handle. Wednesday's fights were a little closer. B.A. Baracus went toe-to-toe with cyborg fighter Seven of Nine while Chuck Norris obliterated his competition. Today's matchup is a fun one. Who is going to win out of Detective Olivia Benson and Jonas Blane? Or how about Brisco County, Jr. going up against the 'Six Million Dollar Man' himself, Steve Austin? Be sure to cast your vote. Blu-ray News Wondering what came out this week? Check out Josh's Blu-ray Highlights post and see if this week's releases like, 'A Streetcar Named Desire,' belong in your collection. If you're a collectible packaging aficionado, see what Tom has to say about the new UK 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol' steelbook. Also, check out the special steelbook for the newly announced 'Jaws' Blu-ray. Theatrical News Want to know what to see this weekend? Here's a hint: It's not 'The Three Stooges.' Check out what Luke has to say about this week's new releases. Still wondering if 'The Cabin in the Woods' is any good? Well, check out his review. Spoiler Alert: It's pretty damn awesome! In The Trailer Park E takes a look the new trailers for the summer blockbusters 'Prometheus,' and 'The Avengers.' Finally, on the technology front, check out Josh's in-depth article about how older 2D movies are converted to 3D. You may be surprised at how expensive and time consuming it really is. TV Recaps We have recaps for 'The Killing,' 'Game of Thrones,' 'Awake,' and 'Fringe.' Special Features In the last Weekend Roundtable we discussed our favorite R-rated comedies and hoped you'd do the same. There are 81 comments and counting. Come and voice your opinion about your favorite R-rated comedy. How big is your home theater display? That's what this week's Mid-Week Poll was all about. Ending things on a weird note please come chat about David Lynch's new music video. Personally, I think it's insufferable, what do you think?Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Redbox Customers Cool with Price Hike, Says Coinstar[teaser]Apparently, the $1.00 a night price wasn't as essential as it seemed. [/teaser] Back in October of last year, Redbox announced that it would be raising the price of rentals across the board. Instead of the $1.00 a night that the kiosks became known for, DVD rental went up to $1.20 a night. It seemed like a risky move, but apparently it didn't bother customers a bit. A statement from Coinstar says that there was increased demand for rentals in February and March of this year, "reflecting, in part, better-than-anticipated consumer acceptance of the price increase for Redbox standard-definition DVD rentals." Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 10:50 AM PDT by: -
'Wilfred: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The hit FX dark comedy series starring Elijah Wood and Jason Gann will be humping Blu-ray's leg in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'Wilfred: The Complete First Season' for Blu-ray on June 19. Everyone else sees a dog, but Ryan sees a bong-ripping, beer-chugging, foul-mouthed Australian bloke in a furry suit. By unleashing the surly, sweet, and always adventurous Wilfred, Ryan may just learn to stand on his own hind legs and embrace the insanity of real life. The 2-disc set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Wilfred & Bear: A Love Affair; Mary Jane Mash-up; Fox Movie Channel Presents - Life after Film School: Jason Gann; and deleted scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Wilfred: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 19.Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Toshinaer Shows a New Weatherproof TV Line[teaser]The sets automatically adjust themselves based on the amount of sun hitting them. [/teaser] The folks over at Toshinaer have just announced their 2012 line of weatherproof TVs in three different sizes – 42", 52" and 60". The smaller are normal LCD screens while the 60" is LED backlit. All three pack a photocell that allows them to brighten in the sun and darken when night comes. You'll get a 1080p image, a thermostat controlled internal cooling system – honey, could you turn down the air on the TV? It's getting chilly – and marine grade speakers, so no amount of rain is going to jank up your listening experience. The unspoken benefit of weatherproof TVs, of course, is that you can take cool promotional pictures with a hose so that it looks like you're watering your TV. Source: Electronic HousePosted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by:
