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'Avatar - 3D' Blu-ray Panasonic Exclusive in December[teaser]Those who have or are planning to purchase any Panasonic Viera Full HD 3D TV will be heading to Pandora in the third dimension! [/teaser] Beginning December 1, James Cameron's 'Avatar - 3D' will be available as part of a Panasonic 3D Ultimate Pack (which includes the Blu-ray 3D and two pairs of Panasonic 3D eyeglasses) as a bonus with the purchase of any Panasonic Viera Full HD 3D TV! Anyone who purchases a qualifying TV prior to December 1 will still be able to receive the movie through the Viera 3D TV Loyalty Program by mailing in a copy of the receipt with the disc request form which will be available at Panasonic.com starting December 1. Here's the advertisement from the Panasonic rep (and thanks to Stephen P. for sending in the tip!): You can find the latest specs for 'Avatar - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under December 1.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 04:00 PM PDT by: -
'Piranha - 3D' Blu-ray Date Correction[teaser]Our condolences. The deadly freshwater fish won't be leaping out of TVs until early January. [/teaser] As previously reported from a very early announcement to retailers, Alejandre Aja's 'Piranha - 3D' was reportedly planned for the Blu-ray 3D format on December 27, but now it seems Sony will be releasing the title on January 11, part of their New Year's resolution to spend the upcoming year swamping home video with excessively violent 3D fun. The film is a loose remake of Joe Dante's 'Piranha' (already released on Blu-ray as part of Shout Factory's Corman Classics line and reviewed by HDD's own Tom Landy) and stars Elizabeth Shue, Jerry O'Connell, Richard Dreyfuss, and Ving Rhames. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the 3D Blu-ray is set at $39.95, while another version (we're assuming is a standard Blu-ray) is listed at $34.95. You can find the latest specs for both versions of 'Piranha - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under January 11.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 12:15 PM PDT by: -
'Step Up 3' & 'Step Up 3D' Blu-rays Detailed[teaser]Both Blu-ray versions of the dance flick coming in December have been fully detailed! [/teaser] As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista will release 'Step Up 3' and 'Step Up 3D' on December 21. A tight-knit group of New York City street dancers, including Luke and Natalie, team up with NYU freshman Moose, and find themselves pitted against the world's best hip hop dancers in a high-stakes showdown that will change their lives forever! It's worth noting that the film was actually shot in native 3D, as opposed to being converted at the last minute like 'Clash of the Titans.' The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Extra Moves – a music montage featuring the dancers with alternate angles and extra footage, 8 Music Videos, and Making of the Music Videos; with Blu-ray exclusive Deleted Scenes with intros by Director Jon M. Chu and Born From A Boom Box: A Luke Katcher Film - Never-before seen documentary that Luke made to get into film school. The Blu-ray 3D version will add a Digital Copy. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99 and $49.99 for the Blu-ray 3D version. The trailer can be viewed here: You can find the latest specs for 'Step Up 3' and 'Step Up - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under December 21.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Could We See a Future of Dish-Free Satellite TV?[teaser]PhD Marcel van de Burgwal says yes – thanks to flat antennas and microchips. [/teaser] Say what you will about the positive parts of satellite television, the one big downside has always been the dish. It's a problem of aesthetics for some and an issue of practicality for others. One Dutch researcher has come up with a way to get rid of the problem altogether. Marcel van de Burgwal has created a microchip that could make home satellite dishes obsolete. Using the new chip, satellite subscribers would have a series of flat antennas inside of their set-top boxes as receivers, rather than a large dish outside. The chip utilizes several small and simple processors instead of one large one like traditional chips, making it far more efficient. Burgwal also says this chip could be used in cell phones and other mobile devices. Source: via EngadgetPosted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Masters of Horror: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray $32.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon's lightning deal is the entire first season of the horror anthology series![/teaser] The online retailer is now selling their exclusive bundle of 'Masters of Horror: The Complete First Season' on Blu-ray for only $32.99 (59% off suggested retail price). Click here to take advantage of this deal that will only be available until 2:00 PM PDT or while quantities last!Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 10:32 AM PDT by: -
'The Year of Getting to Know Us' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]You can't run away from family on Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, E1 Entertainment has revealed the dramatic comedy 'The Year of Getting to Know Us' is headed for Blu-ray on December 7. The independent film is directed by Patrick Sisam and stars Jimmy Fallon, Sharon Stone, Tom Arnold, and Lucy Liu and premiered at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the only supplement will be press conference footage of Patrick Sisam. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Year of Getting to Know Us' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 7.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 10:30 AM PDT by: -
'Ishtar' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1987 box office bomb will have a second chance on Blu-ray this January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is bringing the comedy 'Ishtar' to Blu-ray on January 4. With a song in their hearts, the CIA on their backs, a gorgeous revolutionary in their arms, and two nations after their heads, Warren Beatty and Dustin Hoffman find adventure, romance, and comedy on the road to 'Ishtar.' Isabelle Adjani is the female lead and Elaine May is the writer and director. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and no supplements have been revealed at this time. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Ishtar' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 4.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
WD Live Hub is a NAS and Streamer in One[teaser]It's cheap to boot, at only $199. [/teaser] WD seems to be low on the list when it comes to hype for streaming devices, but the company makes a slew of impressive products that just plain work. The latest is the WD TV Live Hub, and it's incredibly cool. You won't be too surprised by its playback abilities – the Live Hub can play back a variety of video formats including AVI, MKV and MP4 as well as stream content from Netflix, YouTube, and Pandora. It's the usual stuff in terms of playing content, but where it gets really interesting is that the WD Live Hub is an NAS as well. If you've got an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 in the house you can stream your video from the WD Live Hub to your system. If you've got an iPhone, iPad or Android phone you can do the same. It's a slick two-in-one. The WD Live Hub comes with a full terabyte of storage space and is available now at $199. Source: Western DigitalPosted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Ticking Clock' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Time is running out in this direct-to-video psychological thriller coming to high-definition in the new year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony says 'Ticking Clock' is coming to Blu-ray on January 4. Oscar® winner Cuba Gooding, Jr. stars as an investigative crime reporter who must stop a brutal serial killer before time runs out. An intense and shocking thriller in the tradition of 'Silence of the Lambs' and 'Seven.' The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and no supplements have been revealed at this time. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $30.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Ticking Clock' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 4.Posted Wed Oct 27, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Back to the Future: 25th Anniversary Trilogy' Blu-ray and DVD Release Party Video![teaser]The must own boxed set is now available in stores, and we've got an anniversary party video reuniting the cast! [/teaser] Robert Zemeckis' classic sci-fi adventure 'Back to the Future: 25th Anniversary Trilogy' hit stores on Tuesday, so be sure not to miss M. Enois Duarte's review! Now, for the first time ever, the past, present and future collide in eye-popping high definition for a time-traveling celebration featuring new 25th Anniversary restorations for perfect picture and the purest digital sound. More than two hours of all new bonus features have been added, including an all-new, six-part retrospective documentary featuring never-before-seen interviews with the cast, crew and filmmakers, including Michael J. Fox, for the definitive Back to the Future experience. The 3-disc Blu-ray set present all three films in 1080p video, with a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Q&A commentaries with director Robert Zemeckis and producer Bob Gale; Feature commentaries with producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton; Tales from the Future: new six-part retrospective documentary featuring interviews with Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Director Robert Zemeckis, Producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton, plus Executive Producer Steven Spielberg; In the Beginning...: Delve into the genesis of the project, casting, re-casting, the DeLorean, sets and overall pre-production; Time to Go: Production stories through the release of the first film press; Keeping Time: The score and the songs of the Back to the Future Trilogy; Time Flies: Learn more about how the sequel came about, the futuristic look, the special and visual effects, recreating 1955 and more; Third Time's the Charm: Learn about building a western town, Doc Brown's love story, the casting of Mary Steenburgen, the train sequence and completing the Trilogy; The Test of Time: Back to the Future becomes a phenomenon! President Reagan quotes the film, the Back to the Future ride opens at Universal Studios theme park and fans rebuild the iconic DeLorean. The film's cast and crew take a look back and discuss why these beloved movies live on; The Physics of Back to the Future: A discussion with celebrity best-selling author and physicist Dr. Michio Kaku about the overall appreciation of the science in the Back to the Future Trilogy; Nuclear test site ending storyboard sequence: Storyboard sequence of the original proposed ending of the film; Sixteen deleted scenes; Michael J. Fox Q&A; Making the Trilogy: Chapters one, Two & Three: Original 2002 DVD documentary that takes a look back in time; The Making of Back to the Future Part I, II & III: Provides a vintage and historic first look at the making of all three films; The Secrets of the Back to the Future Trilogy: a televised special hosted by Kirk Cameron addressing fans unanswered Back to the Future questions; Behind-the-scenes: (Outtakes, Original makeup tests, Production design, Storyboarding, Designing the DeLorean, Designing time travel, Hoverboard test, Designing Hill Valley, Designing the campaign); Back to the Future: The Ride; Music Videos: Huey Lewis and the News "Power of Love" and ZZ Top "DoubleBack"; Photo galleries, including production art, additional storyboards, photographs, marketing materials and character portraits; Theatrical trailers. Blu-ray exclusives include: U-Control: Setups & Payoffs: As you watch each of the three films, each "set up" showcases items in the scene that prepare you for a future plot point. When you get to that moment in the film, the "payoff" is shown to complete the correlation; U-Control: Storyboard Comparison: Compare key scenes in the movie with the original storyboards; U-Control: Trivia Track: Get inside trivia and facts while you watch the movies; Archival Featurette Back to the Future Night: Hosted by Leslie Nielson, this original 30-minute special aired on NBC prior to the first television screening of the Back to the Future; My Scenes; pocket BLU; and BD-Live. The cast celebrated the anniversary with a party on October 25, and a clip is available below: You can find the latest specs for 'Back to the Future: 25th Anniversary Trilogy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 26.Posted Tue Oct 26, 2010 at 05:35 PM PDT by:
