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'Dragon Ball Z Kai: Part 4' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The fourth instalment of the anime series is on the Blu-ray horizon this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, FUNimation is working on 'Dragon Ball Z Kai: Part 4' for a high-definition release on March 8. After learning that Frieza murdered his father and destroyed his home planet, Goku takes aim at the putrid purple monster in the greatest grudge match the galaxy has ever seen! The bruises multiply at a furious rate as the two warriors trade blows in a battle that literally destroys planet Namek. As the slugfest approaches a standstill, Frieza forever silences Goku's closest friend - sending Earth's hero into a Super Saiyan rage that threatens to obliterate them both! Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the 2-disc Blu-ray set is $54.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Dragon Ball Z Kai: Part 4' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 8.Posted Thu Dec 30, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Planet 51' Blu-ray $8.99 at Amazon[teaser]Get the cosmic CGI animated family film for under $8! [/teaser] The online retailer has reduced the price of 'Planet 51' to only $8.99 (64% off the suggested list price). The film stars the voices of Dwayne Johnson, Justin Long, and Gary Oldman and this release is a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack. Click here to pick this one up for the kids!Posted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 03:00 PM PST by: -
Boxee Box Sales Better Than Expected[teaser]The device will launch in more markets next year. [/teaser] There was a huge buildup to the Boxee Box, but the launch of Google TV and Apple TV so close to the device's delayed release seemed to spell doom for the Box. It's a much less recognizable name, after all, and it's not exactly traditional in terms of style. That didn't stop Boxee though. According to D-Link, the maker of the Box itself, sales have been better than originally anticipated. "Sales volumes of Boxee Boxes are frequently in excess of stock volumes and therefore clients have placed many additional orders," said a company representative. Currently the Boxee Box is available only online, but D-Link plans to change that with a possible Best Buy launch coming in the near future. We don't yet know how the troubled Google TV may fit into this situation yet. The Box will also be launching in China, Taiwan and other Asia Pacific countries as well as the Middle East in 2011. The company expects 100,000 more Boxes to sell next year. Source: DigiTimesPosted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Sears and Kmart Team for Internet Streaming Service[teaser]The companies are working on a roll-out to make the service available on different devices. [/teaser] The streaming game is big, and its only just begun. Companies from all walks are jumping into it, including Best Buy, OnLive, and now Sears. Sears and Kmart launched their new movie service Alphaline this week. Alphaline is a combined effort with Sonic Solutions and is on the same Roxio platform as many others. Using the service you'll be able to rent and buy HD movies for viewing. Now that the service has launched, there need to be devices out there that can use it. That's not far in the future, according to Sears. "We'll continue to increase the reach and flexibility of the Alphaline Entertainment service," says Sears and Kmart president Karen Austin, "by providing consumers on-demand access to the latest entertainment from a range of home and mobile electronics." You can check out the new service for yourself at Alphaline. Source: PR NewswirePosted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Kansas City Confidential' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1952 film-noir directed by Phil Karlson will be framed on Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Arts Alliance America has revealed 'Kansas City Confidential' starring John Payne, Coleen Gray and Preston Foster will be released on Blu-ray on February 15. The crime drama serving as Quentin Tarantino's inspiration for 'Reservoir Dogs' will feature a brand new 5.1 surround mix and has been "digitally restored in high definition from original 35 mm film assets." Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Before-and-after film restoration demo, Trailer, and Collectible postcard reproduction of the original movie poster. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $15.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Kansas City Confidential' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 15.Posted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Samsung is Prepping a 23mm Ultra-Thin 3D Blu-ray Player[teaser] Samsung says it's the thinnest 3D player in the world. [/teaser] If there's one thing the folks at Samsung love more than 3D - and they sure do love 3D - it's thin electronics (1D?). They constantly push for the slimmest TVs, phones, computers, and even Blu-ray players. At this year's Consumer Electronics show it seems Samsung will be unveiling their thinnest yet, coming in at just 23mm, or just under an inch. It's not just any player either, Samsung 's thin new beauty is a 3D player. One point of interest is that Samsung's new player is side-loading according to pictures released by the company. While it might help with the slim design, that might bode ill for the functionality of the player. Sadly, that's all we know about the new player for now. Further details, pricing and launch information are all expected at CES in early January. Source: PC World (via Engadget)Posted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Repo Chick' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The Alex Cox comedy is planned for Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, CAV is releasing 'Repo Chick' starring Jaclyn Jonet, Miguel Sandoval and Del Zamora on Blu-ray on February 8. As a repo chick, wealthy bad-girl Pixxi and her entourage get mixed up in a devious kidnapping plot that threatens to wipe out the city of Los Angeles. Specs, supplements, and suggested list price for the Blu-ray are still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Repo Chick' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 8.Posted Wed Dec 29, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Léon: The Professional' Blu-ray $7.99 at Amazon[teaser]Luc Besson's masterpiece can now be had for under $8 at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer has once again dropped the price of 'Léon: The Professional' starring Jean Reno, Gary Oldman, and Natalie Portman on Blu-ray to only $7.99 (68% off suggested retail price). The release contains both the theatrical and extended cuts of the film. Click here to order your copy of this highly recommended film!Posted Tue Dec 28, 2010 at 10:45 AM PST by: -
'All Good Things' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The independent psychological thriller is in the works for Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia has revealed 'All Good Things' starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst, and Frank Langella will be released on Blu-ray on March 29. The film is based on the true story of New York's most famous missing person's case and had a limited theatrical run in early December. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Commentary with Andrew Jarecki and Marc Smerling; Making of All Good Things; HDNet: A Look at All Good Things; Deleted scenes; and Interviews with family, friends and others connected to the original case. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'All Good Things' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 29.Posted Tue Dec 28, 2010 at 10:30 AM PST by: -
'Devolved' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The raunchy teen comedy sets sail for Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Severin says 'Devolved' will be released on Blu-ray on March 22. The film follows a group of high schoolers on an ill-fated whale watching trip who find themselves stranded on a deserted island off the Mexican Coast. 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 'Devolved' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 22.Posted Tue Dec 28, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by:
