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Warner Announces September Wave of Blu-ray Double Features[teaser]Three more high-definition two-packs have been announced for a fall release! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, the September wave of Warner Brothers' double feature Blu-rays will include: 'Bloodsport/Timecop,' 'Shiloh/Saving Shiloh,' and 'A Cinderella Story/Another Cinderella Story' hitting stores on September 14. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but suggested list price for each release is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for these releases linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under September 14.Posted Fri Jun 11, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - 3D' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The first standalone Blu-ray 3D release will be hitting stores in under two weeks! [/teaser] Sony is prepping 'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - 3D' starring the voice talents of Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Bruce Campbell, and many more for Blu-ray on June 22. "We are thrilled to announce the first Blu-ray 3D titles from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment," said SPHE worldwide president David Bishop. "We drove the industry in Blu-ray adoption and are now leading the way with compelling 3D content for the home. The addition of 3D showcases the versatility of Blu-ray and further demonstrates why it is being adopted by the mainstream as the home entertainment format of choice." The release will be available at select retailers (and for free with the purchase of Sony HDTVs) and will include 2D & 3D versions of the filming in 1080p, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: 3D sneak previews: Open Season & Monster House; Early development scenes; Extended scenes; Progression reels with introductions by visual FX supervisor Rob Bredow; Music Video: Miranda Cosgrove, "Raining Sunshine"; Behind the scenes of "Raining Sunshine"; A Recipe for Success: The Making of Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs; Key Ingredients: The Voices of Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 22.Posted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Isn't Worried About Hulu's Expansion[teaser]In a recent conference call, Netflix CEO Reed Hastings says the Hulu expansion shouldn't be a problem. [/teaser] The news surrounding Hulu is potentially very exciting. The idea of getting recent episodes of television shows on an iPad, Xbox 360, or whatever other devices Hulu has planned is a cool one. It gets a little less exciting when you start thinking about a 480p video streaming to your TV, but if the price is right, poor quality can be ignored. It's big news, and it would put Hulu in competition with Netflix on some content. Generally the two co-exist quite well, with Netflix handling back content and Hulu offering up the new stuff. But Hulu's plans to start offering older shows for a fee means consumers will have a choice between the two. Reed Hastings, CEO of Netflix, isn't too worried about it. "There's the potential emergence of direct competitors (like) Hulu," he says. "We'll see what they do, and potentially others over time ... but the upside is it's a very big market." Source: ReutersPosted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'Unleashed' & 'Mercury Rising' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Two more HD DVD exclusives are bound for Blu-ray this September. [/teaser] Universal says 'Unleashed' starring Jet Li and Morgan Freeman as well as 'Mercury Rising' starring Bruce Willis and Alec Baldwin are both headed for Blu-ray on September 14. The releases will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and although no supplements have been revealed yet for 'Mercury Rising,' 'Unleashed' will include: Director Louis Leterrier: Unleashed; Serve No Master; The Collar Comes Off: Behind The Scenes Of "Unleashed"; "Atta Boy" Massiv Attack Music Video; "Unleashed Me" The Rza Music Video; and D-Box. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Unleashed' and 'Mercury Rising' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under September 14.Posted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Western Digital Offers Up the WD TV Live Plus Media Player[teaser]HD video, NAS compatibility and Netflix streaming all in one set-top box. [/teaser] The WD TV Live Plus is a nice set-top box, especially if you've got a large digital media collection. It hooks in to your network and grabs files from computers and network attached storage devices, playing them back with ease. It also connects to plenty of online video streaming services. Netflix is on the list, as are YouTube and the Media Fly Network. If you're looking for music, you'll also have access to Pandora, and Live 365 internet radio. And of course, you can attach all the storage you'd like via a pair of USB ports, though the Live Plus doesn't have any storage of its own. The one real downside to the WD TV Live Plus is the cost. It's not too terribly expensive at $149, but you'll have to shell out a bit more if you want WiFi, since the adapter is sold separately. Source: PR NewswirePosted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'White Collar: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The July Blu-ray release of the USA Network's crime/thriller series has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox will be bringing 'White Collar: The Complete First Season' starring Matthew Bomer, Tim Dekay, Willie Garson, Sharif Atkins to high-definition on July 13. The 3-disc Blu-ray set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include five episode commentaries, three featurettes (Pro and Con, A Cool Cat in the Hat, Nothing but the Truth), deleted scenes, and a gag reel. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray release is $69.99. You can find the latest specs for 'White Collar: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under July 13.Posted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
AVerLife ExtremeVision Set-top is Available Now[teaser]It doesn't do much in the way of video streaming, but it plays an impressive number of audio and video file types and it's got a built-in browser to boot. [/teaser] The ExtremeVision is a set-top box with a single focus. If you've got a media file, the ExtremeVision will probably play it. It's got a built-in internet browser, but it's unclear from the press release whether it can handle Silverlight. You've got Google Video, YouTube and Facebook capability, but there's no hint about whether Netflix and Hulu can be streamed. The ExtremeVision can handle just about any video you can throw at it, including FLV, MKV, ISO, and the usual suspects like WMV, AVI and Divx. It's just as capable with audio files, touting support for WMA, FLAC, OGG, WAV, and of course, MP3. It comes with a WiFi adapter, but you can plug it in if you prefer. It's got an HDMI output along with composite, component, stereo analog outs and an optical digital output. You can snag the AVerLife ExtremeVision for $209. Source: eCousticsPosted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Secret of Kells' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The critically-acclaimed animated feature is getting a high-definition release this fall. [/teaser] New Video Group has announced 'The Secret of Kells' for a Blu-ray release on October 5. The film is from the producers of 'The Triplets of Belleville' and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but 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 Jun 10, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Panasonic Launches a 152 Inch 4K2K Plasma[teaser]It's meant for commercial markets of course, but admit it, this is just plain cool. [/teaser] There are three new plasmas that are shipping from Panasonic later this year, but 85 and 103 inch sets just don't excite folks the way they used to. They're the desires of years gone by. But 152 inches, that's a number we can get behind. And if a 152 inch plasma isn't enough to get you going, keep in mind that Panasonic's display is 3D capable. Still not enough? How about a 4,096 x 2,160 resolution? That's right, it's a massive screen that can do 3D, and it's got a resolution that's over four times that of 1080p. According to Panasonic's site, the TH-152UX1 weighs in at about 1,300 pounds, so if you want it, you'll have to consider the cost of a crew to move it. Oh, and you'll be shelling out for electricity too. The TH-152UX1 sucks down 4,500 watts. Source: Panasonic Japan (via Google Translate)Posted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Evil Dead' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Details are in for Sam Raimi's horror classic headed for Blu-ray in August! [/teaser] As previously reported, Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment has revealed 'Evil Dead' starring the amazing Bruce Campbell as legendary S-mart employee Ash Williams for a Blu-ray release on August 31. The two follow-ups in Raimi's 'Evil Dead' series, 'Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn' and 'Army of Darkness,' have already been released on the format. The Blu-ray will feature a new high-definition 1080p transfer supervised by Sam Raimi, likely a lossless soundtrack (still unconfirmed), and supplements will include behind-the-scenes footage, outtakes, talent bios, and a poster and still gallery. As an added bonus for fans, there's also going to be a brand new commentary with Sam Raimi, Robert Tapert, and Bruce Campbell. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Evil Dead' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 31.Posted Thu Jun 10, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by:
