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Oppo Reveals the BDP-95 Audiophile Blu-ray Player[teaser]It's set for a February release, but the price is still a mystery. [/teaser] Now that the BDP-93 is out the door, Oppo has announced their newest creation - The BDP-95. It's an impressive player with the kind of features you'd expect from a product aimed directly towards audiophiles. It boasts the Sabre32 Reference Audio DAC - the best in the world according to Oppo - for the highest possible range and lowest distortion. The BDP-95 has a toroidal power supply, XLR stereo outs, 7.1 channel analog outs, a new chassis and other upgrades to the BDP-93. There's no word on pricing yet, but we're guessing it's going to be high. When a company stamps the word "audiophile" on a product it means you're getting the best sound you can get, but it also means you're going to be paying well for it. You can register on Oppo's site now to receive notification when the BDP-95 is available for purchase. Oppo says you can expect it in February of next year. Source: OppoPosted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Firebreather' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Cartoon Network's first original CGI movie will ignite high-definition this March! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says 'Firebreather' will hit Blu-ray on March 29. The film is based on a comic book series where humans co-exist with dragons and is directed by Peter Chung ('Aeon Flux'). Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: 2D animation test, Deleted scene, Animatics, and Visual development. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $28.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Firebreather' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 29.Posted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Streaming Services Not Available on TiVos From Cable Companies[teaser]Planning on a TiVo Premiere from your cable company? You might want to think twice. [/teaser] The TiVo Premiere isn't a revolutionary device, but it's still a great DVR that offers plenty of options including access to Hulu Plus and Netflix streaming services. That is, assuming you didn't get it from your cable company. The issue was first noticed by customers of Suddenlink cable, who has been shipping out TiVo Premieres without availability to the two major streaming services. Apparently both Hulu and Netflix are unable to deliver content to DVRs supplied by cable companies. It's a huge blow to customers who are expecting this content, but it's hard to say who to blame. No one looks good in this. TiVo boasts access to services that it can't deliver, Suddenlink provides the less capable DVRs to customers and puts the blame on both Netflix and Hulu. Source: Giga Om (via Engadget)Posted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'A Marine Story' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The critically-acclaimed lesbian drama will enlist on Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Wolfe Video has revealed 'A Marine Story' will hit the high-definition format on March 15. Ned Farr's latest feature drama 'A Marine Story' premiered in June 2010 and won both the Audience and Grand Jury award at Outfest. Farr's previous feature film 'The Gymnast' has won 28 awards to date including 16 for best picture. “Weber anchors the movie with a gritty, honest performance that has the same to-the-bone quality as Melissa Leo’s in ‘Frozen River.’ There’s not a false note or inflection.” – Stephen Holden, New York Times “Dreya Weber is compelling and utterly convincing ... The film is powerful.” – Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times “A strong, character-driven riposte to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell ... Weber is first-rate.” – Dennis Harvey, Variety “This film does not go where you might think it will go because it's so credibly written, acted and directed. Don't ask, don't tell? How about: Don't miss this film.” – San Francisco Chronicle “What is revelatory is the mature intelligence of Farr's screenplay, and the fascinating, subtle beauty of Weber's portrayal of a woman who's been holding herself within for so long that she can barely breathe.” – LA Weekly “A superb movie ... first-rate acting by Weber.” – HollywoodNews.com “An engaging, relevant story, with truly interesting, sympathetic characters ... wonderfully brought to life by Dreya Weber. ” – AfterEllen.com “A Marine Story is smart and good-looking and treats the subject with rare urgency and heart.” – Philadelphia City Paper “One surefire highlight this year is ‘A Marine Story.’ This excellent character study is consistently smart and engrossing, and Dreya Weber is outstanding in the title role.” - Philadelphia Gay News “There are few films as timely as ‘A Marine Story’ ... Paris Pickard is truly captivating here and evolves nicely with the story.” - Frontiers “‘A Marine Story’ is a strong drama... an endearing and enjoyable film with something to say about being gay today in the USA. Recommended!” – LN (Lesbian News) “Fascinating and gripping.” – SheWired.com “A well done, thought-provoking intimate portrait of a modern woman in the military.” – WeAreMovieGeeks.com “Weber is effective and convincing ... phenomenal performances throughout.” – Cherry Grrl.com The Blu-ray will include 1080p video, a Dolby digital 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include a commentary, deleted scenes, slideshow, trailer, and PSAs. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'A Marine Story' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 15.Posted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Paranormal Activity 2' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The follow-up to the sleeper horror hit will haunt Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount Home Entertainment has revealed 'Paranormal Activity 2' will be scaring up the high-definition format on February 8. The chillingly realistic prequel to 2009’s horror phenomenon chronicles the frightening days leading up to the events of the original film, marking the return of Katie, Micah and the terrifying and malevolent presence that’s torturing them. When Katie’s sister Kristi and her husband find their house vandalized after bringing home their new baby, they set up 24-hour surveillance cameras. What unfolds on the footage is far more sinister and shocking than anything they could have imagined. The release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack and will include the theatrical and extended unrated versions with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include Found Footage and a trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Paranormal Activity 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under February 8.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Life as We Know It' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The dramedy starring Josh Duhamel and Katherine Heigl is planned for Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has revealed the comedy 'Life as We Know It' will hit Blu-ray on February 8. The release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include additional scenes and a few Blu-ray exclusives including: A Survival Guide to Instant Parenting: cast members offer outrageously funny child-rearing advice that would make the PTA cringe; Kathering Heigl: Becoming the Best Mom Ever: see all the touching, funny and challenging moments Katherine faced in becoming an overnight mom; and Josh Duhamel: the Triplet Tamer: Josh gets sentimental and brims with charm as he wins the admiration of this three "little" leading ladies. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Life as We Know It' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 8.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'48 Hrs' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The previously canceled catalog title is back on track for February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount has just revealed '48 Hrs' will hit high-definition on February 22. The 1982 action comedy starring Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy was originally slated for a September 15 2009 release, but was mysteriously removed from the release schedule without any reason given. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and the only supplement appears to be the theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for '48 Hrs' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 22.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Acapella Reveals the Ultra High-End Violincello Loudspeaker[teaser]It's a great looking speaker with a massless tweeter. It's also 80 grand for a pair. [/teaser] The Violincello isn't the kind of loudspeaker you'll find in most homes. It's something very different. Sure, you won't find another speaker that looks like it, but it's not the aesthetics that set the Violincello apart. It's not the dynamically adjusting woofers or the incredibly quick mid-range horn unit. It's the tweeter. Instead of using a cone made of aluminum, silk or any of the countless materials normally found in a tweeter, Acapella uses the air itself. The ion tweeter uses a special transducer to create a high voltage arc which ionizes the air to produce sound. It's very different and very exciting. The folks at Acapella say that you'll get the clearest and most faithful high frequency reproduction thanks to their tweeter design. If you're so inclined, you can pick up the Violincello now for $80,500 from authorized dealers. Source: eCousticsPosted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Babe' & 'Peter Pan (2003)' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]A pair of catalog family films will find their way to high-definition in April! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal has slated 'Babe' for Blu-ray on April 5. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Feature Commentary wtih Writer/Producer George Miller, The Making of Babe, George Miller On Babe, and pocketBlu. On the same date, the studio will also release 'Peter Pan (2003)' starring Jason Isaacs, Lynn Redgrave and Olivia Williams. The classic family adventure directed by P.J. Hogan will include 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and the only supplement appears to be pocket blu. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Babe' & 'Peter Pan (2003)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under April 5.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
LG Will Focus on Smart TVs, Phones and Tablets in 2011[teaser]They're investing more than ever in those key businesses, and hoping for big results. [/teaser] When a person announces a New Year's resolution, they're not exactly expected to stick with it. When a company publicly announces their plans for a new year, the expectations are much higher. LG's New Year's resolution is to improve its standings in key electronics categories , which include connected TVs and 3D TVs. They'll be investing a massive $18 billion - their biggest ever - into TVs, smartphones and tablets. This huge investment from LG should create a much more competitive LCD market, and certainly represents a strong possibility of new tech from the Korean company. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by:
