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Best Buy Cutting Back on DVDs and CDs[teaser]The company will be clearing space for consumer electronics and videogames this holiday season. [/teaser] It looks like Best Buy is making some changes this holiday season. The electronics giant is going to be cutting back on the shelf space allotted for CDs and DVDs to make room for tablet PCs, videogames and netbooks. Before you get too excited though, it sounds like CDs are going to be getting the worst of it. "This will be enabled by our reorganization of the DVD and CD sections," says CEO Brian Dunn. "The CD section in particular will shrink in space allotment." The article in Daily Finance where Dunn was quoted made no mention at all of Blu-ray discs, which may or may not be considered a part of Best Buy's DVD section. Either way, look for a slimmed down section this holiday season. Source: Daily Finance Tip courtesy of George Kopena. Thanks GeorgePosted Thu Sep 30, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Color Purple' & 'Malcolm X' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]A Spielberg classic and a Spike Lee Joint will be getting the digibook treatment in the new year! [/teaser] Warner Brothers has slated 'The Color Purple' and 'Malcolm X' for Blu-ray release on January 25. 'Malcolm X' was nominated for two Academy Awards including Best Costume Design and Best Actor in a Leading Role for Denzel Washington, while 'The Color Purple' received a total of 11 Oscar nominations including Best Actress in a Leading Role (Whoopi Goldberg, Margaret Avery, and Oprah Winfrey) and Best Picture. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but the expected suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Color Purple' and 'Malcolm X' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under January 25.Posted Thu Sep 30, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'IMAX Oceans Collection' Blu-ray $34.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon's deal of the day makes a splash with four ocean-related documentaries! [/teaser] The online retailer's Gold Box special today is the 'IMAX Oceans Collection' for $34.99 (65%the suggested list price). The bundle includes: 'The Living Sea,' 'Coral Reef Adventure,' 'Volcanoes of the Deep Sea,' and 'Dolphins' on Blu-ray. Click here to pick up these four great titles and don't forget this offer is only available until midnight PST.Posted Thu Sep 30, 2010 at 07:54 AM PDT by: -
Yamaha Brings Out the RX-V867 Receiver[teaser]The new receiver offers networking, 3D support and dual HDMI outs all at a low price point. [/teaser] The Yamaha 67 series has received a lot of praise, and as the new top dog in the line the RX-V867 has a lot to live up to. Like the rest of the receivers in the line, the V867 offers HD audio decoding, 3D support and plenty of HDMI inputs. Where it steps up, though, it does so in a big way. It all starts with networking support. The RX-V867 can handle streams from internet radio stations and sources like Rhapsody, as well as music files from your PC in MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC and other formats. Things kick up a bit more with the addition of a second HDMI output, something that's often sought after but rarely included. The 867 also comes equipped with IntelliAmp technology that allows for bi-amp configuration or the use of an additional zone. All that and more comes in one package for an MSRP of $899. Source: PR WebPosted Thu Sep 30, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Secret of Kells' Blu-ray Features Added[teaser]Supplements have been detailed for the Academy Award-nominated critically-acclaimed animated feature receiving a high-definition release this fall. [/teaser] As previously reported, New Video Group has announced 'The Secret of Kells' for a high-definition release on October 5. 'The Secret of Kells,' directed by Tomm Moore, transports viewers to a remote medieval outpost of Ireland, where young Brendan (Evan McGuire) embarks on a forbidden adventure that begins when a celebrated master illuminator named Aidan (Mick Lally) arrives from foreign lands carrying a book brimming with secret wisdom and powers. To help complete the magical book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears to travel on a dangerous and mysterious quest that takes him away from his uncle Abbot Cellach (Brendan Gleeson) and into the enchanted forest. He meets the fairy Aisling (Christen Mooney), an enigmatic young wolf-girl, who helps him along the way. But, with the barbarians closing in, will Brendan's determination and artistic vision help illuminate the darkness and prevail against evil? "We are extremely proud of and bowled over by the response to Kells. That audiences at home can revel in the excitement of the film is vitally important to us," said Mr. Moore. "Families and kids across the country have been inspired by Kell's imagery and storyline. We hope the film remains a treasure for them for years to come." Hailed by critics and audiences alike as one of the most beautiful animated films of recent times, 'The Secret of Kells' (75 minutes) is the surprise nomination for Best Animated Feature at this year's Academy Awards. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but there will be two hours of fascinating exclusive bonus content, including audio commentary with the director, co-director and art director; a special "The Voices of Ireland" segment that includes voice recording sessions with Brendan Gleeson, Evan McGuire, Christen Mooney and Mick Lally; a director's presentation of pre-production sketches and inspirational images, and more. In addition, the DVD/Blu-ray combo includes a special collectible 24-page full-color prequel graphic novel by Mr. Moore that follows Aisling's and Brendan's adventures that took place before the story in the film begins. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Secret of Kells' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 5.Posted Thu Sep 30, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Backdraft: Anniversary Edition' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]January will feel the heat when Ron Howard sets Blu-ray ablaze this winter! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal says 'Backdraft: Anniversary Edition' will hit Blu-ray on January 4. This 1991 thriller involving Chicago firefighters stars Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, Robert De Niro, and Donal Sutherland, and was previously released on HD DVD. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements including: Ron Howard Introduction, Deleted Scenes, Igniting the Story, Bringing Together the Team, The Explosive Stunts, Creating the Villain: The Fire, Real-Life Firemen, and Real-Life Stories. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Backdraft: Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 4.Posted Wed Sep 29, 2010 at 05:20 PM PDT by: -
'Lottery Ticket' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The hilarious comedy is slated for Blu-ray in November! [/teaser] Warner Brothers has announced 'Lottery Ticket' starring an all-star cast including Bow Wow, Bill Bellamy, Keith David, and Ice Cube for high-definition release on November 11. Specs still have yet to be revealed, but the only supplement shared with the DVD release will be additional scenes. Exclusive to the Blu-ray will be Lottery Ticket: Custom Kicks: catch a look at hardcore sneakerheads, Junior's Guide to the Corner Store: VIP tour at the movie's community hangout, Everybody's In: Casting for Lottery Ticket, and The Du-Rag Model: how Bill Bellamy turned the world of Du-Rags into a successful career, plus the release will be available in a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Lottery Ticket' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 11.Posted Wed Sep 29, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Get Your 3D Fix on Comcast For Free[teaser]Sick of watching the same few 3D Blu-rays over and over? If you're a Comcast customer, you can get a few extra 3D flicks for free. [/teaser] We're not really sure why Comcast hasn't made a bigger deal about this, especially since 3D TV owners are starved for content right about now. If you subscribe to the cable service, you can check out a few hours worth of free 3D content absolutely free. Keep in mind, this is free 3D content, so you're not going to be getting those big budget flicks you might be hoping for. Still, there's a pretty decent lineup. To access the movies, go to the On Demand menu of your cable box and then pick Free Movies. From there, scroll on over to 3D movies and you'll be greeted with a list of eight different selections. Among these you'll find three documentaries, one Sigfried and Roy magic special, and three 3D movies. If you run into any problems viewing the content, you may need to adjust your cable box to 1080i manually, rather than letting it select the resolution automatically. You can find more info on the troubleshooting in the thread on AVS Forum. Tip courtesy of Marc Krachunis. Thanks Marc!Posted Wed Sep 29, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Dear Mr. Gacy' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]William Forsythe embodies the notorious serial killer in high-definition this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay has revealed 'Dear Mr. Gacy' is coming to high-definition on December 14. Based on Jason Moss' bestseller The Last Victim, the film tells the true story of Moss' close encounters with the infamous murderer John Wayne Gacy. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include The Gacy Files: Portrait of a Serial Killer: a look into the making of the film based on facts of the case from the people that knew him best, featuring interviews with cast and crew and friends of John Wayne Gacy, and Teaser and theatrical trailers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Dear Mr. Gacy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 14th.Posted Wed Sep 29, 2010 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Dream Vision Debuts the High-End Starlight3 LCoS Projector[teaser]It's not cheap, but boy is it impressive. [/teaser] The Starlight3 is the latest flagship projector from Dream Vision, and it boats a bevy of beneficent bonuses to the benefit and betterment of your Blu-rays. Dream Vision's Starlight3 boasts a 70,000:1 native contrast ratio, which is quite an accomplishment for a projector, thanks to the Improved Light Engine. It's capable of 1080p of course, and thanks to a built-in processor from HQV can upscale standard definition signals up to full HD. The folks at Dream Vision say that the Starlight3 is one of their quietest projectors yet and boasts an extended lamp life. The Starlight3 can go up to 3,000 on a single lamp. You can pick up the Starlight3 now at an MSRP of $13,595 in red, aluminum or carbon fiber. You can get it with a Schneider anamorphic kit for an additional cost. Source: eCousticsPosted Wed Sep 29, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by:
