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DirecTV's New UI Previewed on Site - No Release Date Yet[teaser]DirecTV customers are getting a faster, better looking user interface, but when is a mystery. [/teaser] One of the things that people really don't think about often enough when talking about their cable or satellite service is the interface that they have to deal with when trying to find their favorite show, bring up some on demand programming or access a recording. A good UI often goes unnoticed while a bad one can completely break the experience. DirecTV's new update is going to bring a lot to the table. For starters, the guide has been completely redesigned for HD televisions and looks much nicer than it used to. DirecTV is pretty high on this, and they've added plenty of colorful graphics to the menu, including images for the shows you watch and those that it recommends to you. Perhaps most importantly, everything moves faster. Significantly faster, according to the people who are currently in the beta test for the new interface. After all, as pretty as the interface is, it's not what you've turned on the TV to see. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Zombie' Blu-ray $18.99 at Amazon[teaser]Lucio Fulci's 1979 cult classic is now over fifty percent off at Amazon![/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'Zombie' on Blu-ray for only $18.99 (53% off suggested retail price). In Italy, it was considered the ‘unofficial sequel’ to 'Dawn of the Dead.' In England, it was known as 'Zombie Flesh Eaters' and banned as obscene. In America, it was called 'Zombie' and advertised with the depraved tag line “WE ARE GOING TO EAT YOU!” Tisa Farrow ('The Grim Reaper'), Ian McCulloch ('Contamination'), Al Cliver ('Cannibals'), and Richard Johnson ('The Haunting') star in this worldwide splatter sensation directed by ‘Maestro Of Gore’ Lucio Fulci ('City of the Living Dead,' 'The House by the Cemetery') that remains one of the most eye-skewering, skin-ripping, gore-gushingly graphic horror hits of all time! Click here if you want a great deal on this 2-disc set!Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 06:50 AM PDT by: -
'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The remake of the 1973 made-for-TV horror film produced and co-written by Guillermo Del Toro will hit Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is working on 'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' for Blu-ray release on January 3. Starring Bailee Madison, Guy Pearce, and Katie Holmes, the movie takes place in Rhode Island and is about a young girl sent to live with her father and his new girlfriend only to discover evil creatures dwelling inside the gothic home. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include The Story, Blackwood's Mansion, and The Creatures featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 3.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Beyond the Blu: October 2011by Dick Ward [teaser]Because Halloween is almost here, this month's installment of "Beyond the Blu" focuses on the stuff you need to put the finishing touches on your costume or just give you a last minute idea of what to get. It's also been edited down to be extra spooky, coming in at exactly six hundred and sixty six words long. Pretty spooky, eh?[/teaser] Batman: Year One Costume accessories that you'll only wear once are kind of a bummer, so try playing a more conservative Batman this year and pick up a utility belt that has uses outside of simply playing dress-up. And hey, let's face it - as iconic as the yellow utility belt is, it doesn't make a lick of sense for a character who bases his fighting style on stealth. The Goonies There are very few adult costume possibilities that leap to mind when thinking of 'The Goonies.' Pretty much anyone over the age of 20 is either vile or unmemorable but there's one exception to the rule - Sloth. The mask is a given, but if you really want to go full on Sloth you're going to need his trademark Superman shirt and those classic red suspenders. And if you're staying home and giving out candy in that outfit, you'd better be giving every single kid that comes to the door a Baby Ruth. Pulp Fiction Costuming is all about the little details - the stuff that separates the good from the great. So if you're going as Jules Winnfield you need to know Ezekiel 25:17, you need to be able to inform people that Marcellus Wallace does not in fact look like a bitch and you damn sure better have a wallet that says "Bad Mother F*cker." Jurassic Park Ultimate Trilogy Sure, you can dress as Malcolm or Alan Grant, but those are barely costumes. Gennaro is a wimp and Robert Muldoon's shorts are just a bit too short. You want yourself a good costume? Go as Dennis Nedry. Kids come to the door and don't greet you with the customary "Trick or Treat" and bam - "Uh uh uh, you didn't say the magic word!" Then when they finally do, you pull the candy out of a fake Barbasol can. Bonus points if the candy is cryogenically frozen. Don't take it too far and start giving out dinosaur embryos though. They make cute pets when they're young, but they grow up fast. Captain America: The First Avenger I love Captain America. He's one of my favorite superheroes and constantly battles with a few others for the top spot. He's just not that exciting to dress as. You're not going to look right in the outfit and your shield just won't be cool enough. On the subject of S.H.I.E.L.D. though, you could go as an absolutely badass Nick Fury in the officially licensed coat from Marvel. That's assuming you have the nuts to go as a Samuel L. Jackson character. If not, there's always the Hasselhoff version. Naruto Shippuden 2: Bonds There isn't a lot of anime that I've allowed myself to get sucked into recently. Not because I don't like it, just because a series that runs a few hundred episodes with half of those being filler takes up a lot of time. 'Naruto' completely captured me though. Kids and adults will both be going out as Naruto and Sasuke and Sakura and the usual assortment, but I would absolutely love to see some more Kakashis out there. Get yourselfthe vest and a black half-mask and you're most of the way there. The Last Circus Have I seen 'The Last Circus?' No I have not. But I've seen the trailer and it blew my mind with its complete awesomeness, thanks especially to the clown near the end that looks like some sort of deformed version of the Pope wielding sub machine guns. Pope hat, check. Scary clown mask, check. Bandoliers, check. The Uzis and the apparent blood thirst are up to you.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 12:45 PM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray $20.49 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon has another weeklong deal, this time for the first release of the hit AMC zombie series on Blu-ray! [/teaser] The online retailer has just lowered the price of 'The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season' starring Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Laurie Holden, Sarah Wayne Callies, and Emma Bell to $20.49 (59% off suggested price). AMC's hit "The Walking Dead," which broke ratings records in its first season reaching more Adults 18-49 than any other drama series in the history of basic cable television,* returns for its second season this Fall. The series is based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and tells the story of the months and years that follow after a zombie apocalypse. It follows a group of survivors, led by police officer Rick Grimes, played by Andrew Lincoln ("Teachers," 'Love Actually'), who travel in search of a safe and secure home. Shot on location in Atlanta, the series also stars Jon Bernthal ("The Pacific," 'The Ghost Writer') as Shane Walsh, Sarah Wayne Callies ("Prison Break") as Lori Grimes, Laurie Holden ("The Shield," Stephen King's 'The Mist') as Andrea, Jeffrey DeMunn (Stephen King's The Mist, 'The Green Mile') as Dale, Norman Reedus (“The Conspirator”) as Daryl, Steven Yeun ("The Big Bang Theory") as Glen, Emma Bell ('The Bedford Diaries') as Amy and Chandler Riggs ('Get Low') as Carl Grimes. Season two of "The Walking Dead" is executive produced by three-time Academy™ Award nominee Frank Darabont, Gale Anne Hurd, Kirkman, David Alpert, and Glen Mazzara and AMC Studios. Don't miss this chance to own all six episodes of the acclaimed first season on Blu-ray! This offer is in effect from now through October 29.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
The 3DS Gets Hulu Plus and 3D Video Recording[teaser]Nintendo's new handheld device gets another streaming source and the long awaited ability to record 3D video. [/teaser] When the 3DS first launched, the twin cameras on the device got people excited for the possibilities of 3D photos and 3D video. Sadly, only still shots were available at launch, leaving wannabe 3D videographers wanting. The latest update to the 3DS allows you to take video clips of up to 10 minutes long. It's not much, but it's enough to get a little taste of the possibilities of 3D shooting. Maybe even give you a little inspiration to pick up a proper 3D video camera and get to work. Nintendo's handheld also got Hulu Plus today, expanding its streaming service options. It's only a Wi-Fi device, which means you're stuck to places where a network is available, but it's a nice option for Hulu subscribers. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Save $5 on 'Winnie the Pooh' on Blu-ray[teaser]The lovable Pooh is back this week and you can save $5 on the Blu-ray combo pack! [/teaser] Right on schedule, Disney has released another coupon offer this time to save $5 on 'Winnie the Pooh' Blu-ray available this week! Inspired by the beloved stories from A.A. Milne’s books and crafted in Disney’s classic style, 'Winnie the Pooh,' is the most critically-acclaimed animated film of 2011 (Rotten Tomatoes). It is narrated by the voice of John Cleese and features the vocal talents of legendary voice actor Jim Cummings (over 350 voices including 'Gnomeo & Juliet') and a host of other distinctive actors including Craig Ferguson (TV’s ‘The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson’), Tom Kenny (TV’s ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’), Bud Luckey ('Toy Story 3') and musical performances by Zooey Deschanel (indie folk band “She & Him”). The all-new 'Winnie the Pooh' brings back to life the timeless charm, wit and whimsy of the original featurettes and characters. Sure to become a family favorite for every household, it is directed by Stephen Anderson ('Meet The Robinsons') and Don Hall ('The Princess and The Frog') and Executive Produced by John Lasseter. Simply visit this page to print out your coupon from the Disney Movie Rewards website. This coupon is valid in the United States and Canada only and the offer expires November 1.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 10:25 AM PDT by: -
Lowe Launches the 3D Blu-Ray Home Cinema Set Speaker System[teaser]Lowe's new system is all about quality and style. [/teaser] The new Home Cinema Set from Lowe is designed as an all-in-one player for your living room. It handles audio from iPods and iPhones, plays back CDs and handles DVD, Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D. The system also boasts Gracenote, which identifies the music your playing and displays the artist name and song title. You can even use it to identify music playing in a movie, which is a pretty nice touch. The MediaVision 3D is the main component of the system and it's incredibly stylish. The default look is either Aluminum Silver or Black, but there's a lot of customization possible. You can change the top-mounted inlay to one of 250 different colors and designs to suit your style. Satellite speakers and a subwoofer are included with the system, both of which are finished in Aluminum Silver and Black. If you're feeling really attached to the inlay on your MediaVision 3D you can change the tops of the speakers to match - might be a nice way to help your sub to blend in. Source: eCousticsPosted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Hell and Back Again' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed war documentary by Danfung Dennis is planned for high-definition release this January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, New Video Group has scheduled 'Hell and Back Again' for a Blu-ray release on January 24. The film won the Cinematography and Grand Jury Prizes at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Hell and Back Again' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 24.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Tannoy Launches the Definition DC8 Loudspeaker[teaser]Tannoy's new loudspeaker boasts an eight inch paper-pulp sub and a one inch titanium tweeter. [/teaser] The latest from Tannoy is a speaker known as the DC8. It's a compact loudspeaker with a fairly small footprint and designed for those who demand clarity in their audio. You can pick up the speaker in a variety of finishes including gloss black, gloss cherry and gloss dark walnut - lots of gloss on these speakers. You'll find an eight inch subwoofer and a one inch tweeter that give you a frequency response from 42Hz on up to 35kHz. It's not all about what you can see from outside though - the internals are decked out thanks to a Dual Concentric driver array and the company's Tannoy Deep Cryogenically Treated crossover. Source: CE ProPosted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 07:00 AM PDT by:
