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Best Buy is Extending the Return Window for Nearly Everything - Home Theater Return Window Gets Halved[teaser]It's a boost for most products, but a decrease for home theater and appliances. [/teaser] The newest development at Best Buy isn't a new product or a financing scheme or even a new type of warranty they can sell you on - this one is good for most consumers no matter how you look at it, and it's going to affect everyone that buys from the company. Best Buy is dropping the 14-day return policy that's currently in place and subbing in a 30-day price match and return policy. This puts Best Buy in line with Amazon, which offers the same amount of time to bring products back for a refund. Of course, it's not all good news. Best Buy previously had a 60-day policy for home theater gear and appliances, but that's going to be changing to 30 as well. Source:EngadgetPosted Thu Mar 1, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Memorial Day' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Director Sam Fischer's acclaimed drama has been announced for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment is working on 'Memorial Day' for a Blu-ray release on May 29. Memorial Day, 1993. When 13-year-old Kyle Vogel discovers the World War II footlocker belonging to his grandfather, Bud, everyone tells Kyle to put it back. Luckily, he ignores them. Although Bud has never talked about the war, he finds himself striking a deal with his grandson: Kyle can pick any three souvenirs, and Bud will tell him the stories behind each one. Memorial Day not only takes us on a journey into Bud's complicated wartime past, but also into Kyle's wartime future. As the two men share parallel experiences in combat, they come to realize how that magical day on the porch shaped both of their lives. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Memorial Day' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 29.Posted Thu Mar 1, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Dragon Voice Control Coming to Panasonic TVs[teaser]The new platform makes use of natural voice commands and focuses on search capabilities. [/teaser] If you've ever messed around with voice recognition software for dictating messages or transcribing notes, you're probably familiar with Dragon. The company has a long history of making impressive voice recognition software and now that same convenience is coming to TVs. Using Dragon TV is simple - just tell it what you want. Sample phrases from the press release include very natural sounding commands and questions like "What’s on Bravo at 9 p.m. tonight?" and "Find comedies with Vince Vaughn." Doesn't get much easier than that. Panasonic is the first company to announce adoption of this new platform. "TVs have become the epicenter of the digital living room, with what seems to be unlimited entertainment and media content," says Hiroyuki Iwaki, head of TV product planning at Panasonic. "But that content is only as powerful as the experience and the ability for consumers to access it. By integrating Nuance’s voice technology, Panasonic can empower consumers to enjoy TV watching with Voice Guidance technology in a more universal way." Source: NuancePosted Thu Mar 1, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'42nd Street Forever' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]An assortment of exploitation and grindhouse trailers from around the globe is coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Synapse Films has revealed '42nd Street Forever' will be hitting Blu-ray on May 8. This release is a collection of vintage trailers for the following films: ACT OF VENGEANCE BLACK SAMSON THE BULLET MACHINE THE CENTERFOLD GIRLS CHAINED HEAT CHAPPAQUA COLLEGE GIRLS THE CURIOUS FEMALE THE DARK DARK STAR DELINQUENT SCHOOLGIRLS THE DEADLY SPAWN DEATH DRIVE THE DEPRAVED THE DEVIL'S NIGHTMARE DR. BUTCHER M.D. DR. TARR'S TORTURE DUNGEON THE EVICTORS EYE OF THE CAT FLESH GORDON THE FLESH AND BLOOD SHOW THE .44 SPECIALIST GINGER THE GRIM REAPER THE GUY FROM HARLEM HARD CANDY HELGA HELLS ANGELS ON WHEELS HONKY I, A WOMAN I DISMEMBER MAMA/BLOOD SPATTERED BRIDE INVITATION TO RUIN THE ITALIAN STALLION MAID IN SWEDEN MARK OF THE WITCH MS. 45 PANORAMA BLUE THE PINK ANGELS THE POM POM GIRLS THE RAIDERS OF ATLANTIS SAVAGE! SAVAGE SISTERS SECRET AFRICA SHOCKING ASIA SHOGUN ASSASSIN SPY IN YOUR EYE STREET GIRLS SUGAR HILL SUPER FUZZ SUPERMANCHU TABOOS OF THE WORLD THE TALE OF THE DEAN'S WIFE THE TEACHER THEY CALL HER ONE EYE THEY CAME FROM BEYOND SPACE THE 3 DIMENSIONS OF GRETA THE UNDERTAKER AND HIS PALS WELCOME HOME, BROTHER CHARLES WEREWOLVES ON WHEELS WHEN WOMEN HAD TAILS WICKED WICKED … AND MANY MORE! Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will include an audio commentary with AVManiacs' Edwin Samuelson, FANGORIA Magazine's Michael Gingold and TEMPLE OF SCHLOCK's Chris Poggiali. Suggested list price is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for '42nd Street Forever' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 8.Posted Thu Mar 1, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
U.S. Based Acorn Media Now Owns Majority Share in Agatha Christie Estate[teaser]The independent media company now controls all of Christie's works, characters, and films - the whole shebang. [/teaser] For the first time ever, an American company has controlling interest in the Agatha Christie estate. Acorn Media, a distributor of British television, has just made a deal with the Christie estate that give it a 64% stake in the works of the best-selling novelist. This gives the company rights to not only the 80 novels, 19 plays, and 40 films that Christie is one way or another responsible for, but it allows the company control over the characters as well. This is an incredibly significant deal, especially considering the fact that Christie's books have sold over two billion copies. "This is a momentous occasion for Acorn Media and a gratifying one for me personally," says Acorn Chairman Peter Edwards. "While we are keenly aware of the financial and strategic worth of this transaction for Acorn Media, we are also grateful to partner with the Agatha Christie family in the promoting and protecting of their family legacy." Source: Acorn MediaPosted Thu Mar 1, 2012 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection' Announced for Fall 2012[teaser]The long-awaited adventures of Dr. Jones will be heading to high-definition in a four-film boxed set this fall! Amazon's current pre-order price is just $74.99! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount has slated 'The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection' for Blu-ray release sometime later this year. The man with the hat is back – and looking better than ever! The world’s favorite globe-trotting archaeologist is, at long last, embarking on his greatest adventure – when 'The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection' comes to Blu-ray Disc from Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount Home Media Distribution. 'The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection' will be excavated in the fall of 2012 and will include all four of Indy’s thrilling adventures, using the highest possible high definition picture and audio presentation – along with a “best of” collection of documentaries, interviews, featurettes and a few new surprises. Specs and supplements have yet to be detailed, and suggested list price looks to be $99.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Complete Indiana Jones Blu-ray Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Wed Feb 29, 2012 at 11:30 AM PST by: -
HBO Go Comes to the Xbox 360 on April 1st[teaser]No need to change the channel to enjoy HBO content on demand - you'll be able to watch it right on your Xbox. [/teaser] April 1st just seems like a bad day to launch anything, especially if it's something of great interest to the internet, since companies, websites and bloggers all take it upon themselves to be the most hilarious, but hey, you try to explain this stuff to Microsoft! Still, there are going to be some folks out there that will be very happy to see a legitimate new addition to the Xbox 360 in just a few weeks. The 1st of April marks the availability of the HBO Go app on the Xbox 360 as confirmed by HBO president Eric Kessler. One thing that needs to be addressed before that launch date is whether HBO Go for the Xbox will get the same treatment as it did for Samsung TVs. More specifically, we have yet to find out whether Comcast and Time Warner will end up blocking access to the app for their subscribers. Source:JoystiqPosted Wed Feb 29, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Falling Skies: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]It's the end of the world as we know it and Blu-ray will feel fine this June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner has just revealed 'Falling Skies: The Complete First Season' starring Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood, and Will Patton will have a Blu-ray release on June 5. 'Falling Skies' chronicles the chaotic aftermath of an alien attack that leaves most of the world completely incapacitated. In the six months since the initial invasion, survivors band together to begin the difficult task of fighting back against the aggressive aliens. Outside of Boston, history professor Tom Mason (Wyle) helps lead a small army named 2nd Massachusetts in the battle of their lives to preserve their families and what's left of humanity. The Blu-ray release will be a two-disc set with 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Extended version of pilot episode, commentary on selected episodes, Season 2 sneak peek, 2011 Comic Con panel, The Making of Skitter, Harness Makeup Tips, Director One on One, deleted scenes, International promos, and Day in the Life. Blu-ray exclusives will include Falling Skies from Pencils to Print: The Comic Book Revealed featurette and a collectible trading card. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Falling Skies: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 5.Posted Wed Feb 29, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Atlantic Announces a New Down-Firing Version of the SB-900 Subwoofer[teaser]The new sub is designed for maximum placement flexibility. [/teaser] The SB-900 is one of Atlantic's most popular subwoofers, but it's not the kind of sub that works for everyone or, more to the point, not the kind of sub that works for every room. Atlantic knows this, and has created a new down-firing version for those that want to place their sub in a less traditional location. Like the original SB-900, the 900DF uses an 8" woofer to give you a bass response as low as 32Hz, while distortion detection technology helps to limit distorted audio . The sub is powered by a 125 watt amp and has a peak output of 102 dB SPL. You can pick up the SB-900DF at the same $349 price as the SB-900. Source: AtlanticPosted Wed Feb 29, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'The B-52s with the Wild Crowd! Live In Athens, GA' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The ultimate party band celebrates their 34th anniversary with their first Blu-ray release available next month! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment says 'The B-52s with the Wild Crowd! Live In Athens, GA' is getting a high-definition release on March 20. Recorded in the band's hometown of Athens,Georgia, this recording captures a gig celebrating the 34th anniversary of the band's first-ever live show on Valentine's Day 1977. Wig-wearing, boa-draped, glitter-covered fans came from near and far to celebrate this historic event, which saw the band deliver a sizzling 90 minute set that turned Athens Classic Center into a cosmic dancehall. The show was also filmed in high definition. There's no word on tech specs or supplements yet, but a track listing can be viewed here. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The B-52s with the Wild Crowd! Live In Athens, GA' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 20.Posted Wed Feb 29, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by:
