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Paradigm Launches New Monitor Series 7 Subwoofers[teaser]The new subs offer performance in a small package, with ranges down to 16Hz. [/teaser] When you think about Paradigm subwoofers, you might think of the hexagonally shaped Sub 1 and Sub 2 from their Signature line. They're sweet subs and totally cool looking, but they don't fit every aesthetic. Paradigm's new Monitor Series 7 subwoofers carry a bit of the same technology as the Sub 1 and Sub 2 but with a more conventional design. These single driver subs are powered by Ultra-Class D amplifiers that deliver 300 watts of sustained power and 900 watts peak. Inside you'll find a 4.5 pound ferrite magnet - bumped up to 6.5 for the top of the line Sub 12. You'll find the Sub 8, which pumps out audio down to a frequency of 18Hz, for $699. The Sub 10 can go down to 17Hz at a price of $849 and the Sub 12, which packs a larger voice coil and magnet, can get sound down to 16Hz and comes in at $999. Source: eCousticsPosted Wed Oct 26, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Borgias: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The first season of the historical drama starring Jeremy Irons coming to Blu-ray this December has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Paramount will be bringing 'The Borgias: The Complete First Season' to Blu-ray on December 27. 'The Borgias' is a complex, unvarnished portrait of one of history's most intriguing families...The series begins as Rodrigo becomes Pope Alexander VI, propelling him, his two Machiavellian sons Cesare and Juan, and his scandalously beautiful daughter, Lucrezia, to become the most powerful and influential family of the Italian Renaissance. The 3-disc set featuring all nine episodes of the first season in 1080p video with a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack and supplements will only include Showtime episodes samplers via BD-live. Ssuggested list price is $65.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Borgias: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 27.Posted Wed Oct 26, 2011 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Dangerous Liaisons' Blu-ray Features Added[teaser]Supplements have now been detailed for Stephen Frears' three-time Oscar-winning period romance/comedy having a February Blu-ray release. [/teaser] As previously reported, Warner Brothers says 'Dangerous Liaisons' will have a Blu-ray release on February 7. This adaptation of the novel by Choderlos de Laclos stars John Malkovich as an aristocrat and Glenn Close as his former lover who entertain themselves by scheming to tarnish the reputation of Madame de Tourvel (Michelle Pfeiffer). The film also won three Academy Awards including Best Art Direction/Set Decoration, Best Costume Design, and And Best Adapted Screenplay (Christopher Hampton). Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include a director's commentary and theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Dangerous Liaisons' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7.Posted Wed Oct 26, 2011 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Loses 810,000 Subscribers in Third Quarter of 2011[teaser]Raising prices and confusing/angering people with Qwickster made them lose subscribers - who could have guessed? [/teaser] The folks over at Netflix have something really amazing on their hands that no one could have predicted. They've got an impressive service with a giant subscriber base and it seems like they're at the point where they don't know exactly what to do with it. That uncertainty has resulted in a series of moves that really upset the subscriber base. First, the company raised prices without adding anything new. People got upset, but price changes happen - it's not the first time and it won't be the last. Then the folks at Netflix tried to split off the DVD side of the service into a new one called Qwickster. That really didn't go over well and the idea was quickly scrapped. Two big changes in a row was too much for quite a few subscribers and the service suffered for it. Over eight hundred thousand subscribers have now left the service and, as you might expect, Netflix isn't too happy about it. They're not ignorant as to why it happened though, stating "Our primary issue is many of our long‐term members felt shocked by the pricing changes, and more of them have expressed that by cancelling Netflix than we expected." Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
'Apollo 18' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The sci-fi thriller coming to Blu-ray in December has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'Apollo 18' for Blu-ray on December 27. In the same vein as such blockbusters as 'The Blair Witch Project' and 'Paranormal Activity,' the film unearths alleged lost Department of Defense footage to construct a riveting story of the events that unfolded during this covert mission to the moon. Officially, Apollo 17, launched December 17th, 1972 was the last manned mission to the moon. But a year later, in December of 1973, two American astronauts were sent on a secret mission to the moon funded by the US Department of Defense. What you are about to see is the actual footage which the astronauts captured on that mission. While NASA denies its authenticity, others say it’s the real reason we’ve never gone back to the moon. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include an audio commentary with director Gonzalo López-Gallego and editor Patrick Lussier, deleted and alternate scenes, alternate endings, among other bonus features to be confirmed. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Apollo 18' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 27.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Plans European Expansion - Hires Exec for Original Content Acquisition[teaser]This may or may not come as much of a surprise, but Netflix wants to keep getting bigger. [/teaser] Hard to believe, but Netflix is still on the rise, and despite recent PR and tactical disasters, the people in charge are trying to make sure it stays that way. After branching out to Latin America, they've decided to expand overseas to the UK and Ireland. It's a big move, which is what Netflix seems to be really into these days, but if successful it could pay huge dividends. The UK launch is expected in early 2012. In addition to announcing this new expansion, the company has hired on a new executive in charge of original content acquisition. The new exec - Peter Friedlander, formerly of Playtone - will be focusing his efforts on shows produced exclusively for Netflix. We already know that Netflix is going to be the only place to check out 'House of Cards,' but they're making plays for new episodes of 'Reno 911!' and of course 'Arrested Development' as well. Whether this change in focus works or not could have a huge influence on the future of the company, and will definitely affect the way that Netflix is seen in the eyes of consumers. Source: Hacking NetflixPosted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'1911' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The epic war drama and Jackie Chan's 100th film is coming to Blu-ray early next year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is prepping '1911' Blu-ray/DVD combo pack as well as a Collector's Edition Blu-ray for a release on January 10. From the walls of the Forbidden City to the battlefields of China, with no expense spared in production and no detail ignored in its quest for historical accuracy, making '1911' a true epic in every sense of the word. The film details a key moment in modern Chinese history—the fall of the Qing Dynasty—and the violent rebellion that brought it down. In addition to Chan (who also co-directed with cinematographer Zhang Li), the film also stars Li Bing Bing ('Triple Tap'), Winston Chao ('The Wedding Banquet,' 'Eat Drink Man Woman'), Joan Chen ('The Last Emperor,' 'Lust,' 'Caution') and Jaycee Chan ('Break-Up Club'). The extensive bonus features include deleted scenes, interviews with Jackie Chan and Li Bing Bing, a making-of featurette and behind-the-scenes footage. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $29.98 and the Collector's Edition Blu-ray is $32.98. You can find the latest specs for '1911' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 10.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Sony's Personal 3D Viewer Out in UK - US Release Tomorrow![teaser]If you're looking for a 3D experience that you don't have to share, the HMZ-T1 is the way to go. [/teaser] Despite the flaws present in a personal media viewer - tiny sweet spot for viewing, discomfort or incompatibility with glasses, looking like a tool - the idea of being able to lay back and enjoy a 3D movie with 5.1 surround without anyone else bothering you is pretty slick. Sony boasts an immersive experience that's like "you're sitting 12 feet away from a 150 inch screen" just like being in "your very own movie theater." It offers a pair of OLED displays and, of course, you don't need to put on any additional glasses for the 3D experience. Sony's 3D personal media veiwer, the HMZ-T1, is available in the UK now and will be hitting the states on Wednesday the 26th. You can preorder it directly from Sony or pick it up on Amazon. Either way, you're going to be shelling out $800. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Harry Potter' Home Video Releases Disappearing in December[teaser]Warner will stop shipping the products just after Christmas. [/teaser] The studio has just announced that all of the current DVD and Blu-ray titles available in the 'Harry Potter' franchise including 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2' and the 'Harry Potter: The Complete 8-Film Collection' will no longer be shipped to retailers as of December 29, 2011 in preparation for an uber-collection planned for the new year. "'Hard-core Potter fans will be pleased to know that 2011 is not the end of the Harry Potter film franchise on DVD and Blu-ray. Warner Home Video plans to release a comprehensive Harry Potter film collection, with even more extras and collectible premiums in 2012. More details about the collection will be available at a later date." Unfortunately this means there won't be much leeway time to wait for a price drop on the most recent releases. Source: Deadline.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Gets 'Happy, Happy'[teaser]The award-winning Norwegian comedy is coming to high-definition in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Happy, Happy' is coming to Blu-ray on January 24. The film directed by Anne Sewitsky won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for three Amanda Awards in Norway including Best Score, Best Actress (Agnes Kittelsen), and Henrik Rafaelsen won for Best Actor. Family is the most important thing in the world to Kaja. She is an eternal optimist in spite of living with a man who would rather go hunting with the boys, and who refuses to have sex with her because she isn't particularly attractive anymore. Whatever. That's life. But when the perfect couple moves in next door, Kaja struggles to keep her emotions in check. Not only do these successful, beautiful, exciting people sing in a choir; they have also adopted a child - from Ethiopia. These new neighbors open a new world to Kaja, with consequences for everyone involved. And when Christmas comes around, it becomes evident that nothing will ever be like before - even if Kaja tries her very best. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Happy, Happy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 24.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 08:00 AM PDT by:
