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Boxee is Hiring an iPhone Developer[teaser]It looks like the popular media streaming service could be hitting Apple products. [/teaser] Boxee recently put up an ad looking for an iPod and iPhone developer to be the founding member of their new Mobile Applications team. “We consider 'other screens' as important as TVs for enjoying video,” writes Boxee. Unless they’ve got something else in mind, it looks like Boxee will be hitting the iPhone in one form or another. It could be a big leap for the company, which would be following in the footsteps of Netflix, who launched an iPhone app earlier this month. Interestingly the listing also calls out Android development as a plus. Since the intent is to create a Mobile Applications team, it’s no surprise that there’s a desire to expand further than just the iPhone. There’s no official announcement about the project, but it looks as though we can expect Boxee on our smartphones in the near future. Source: BoxeePosted Fri Apr 16, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Black Narcissus' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's explosive 1947 drama about a convent of nuns in the Himalayas is headed for Blu-ray this July. [/teaser] The Criterion Collection is preparing 'Black Narcissus' starring Deborah Kerr, Flora Robson, and Jean Simmons for a Blu-ray release on July 20. The Blu-ray release will feature 1080p video, an English LPCM mono soundtrack, and supplements include: Video introduction by French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier; Audio commentary featuring the late director Michael Powell and filmmaker Martin Scorsese; The Audacious Adventurer, a 2006 video piece in which Tavernier discusses Black Narcissus and Powell; Profile of "Black Narcissus" (2000), a 25-minute documentary; Painting with Light, a twenty-seven-minute documentary about Jack Cardiff's Oscar-winning cinematography on Black Narcissus; Original theatrical trailer; and an a booklet featuring an essay by film critic Kent Jones. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Black Narcissus' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 20.Posted Fri Apr 16, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Buy 2 Blu-rays Save $5 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon is running another promotion providing an additional $5 of savings with the purchase of two qualifying Blu-ray movies. [/teaser] Amazon has a small selection of newer catalog Blu-ray titles available with this save $5 sale. With 11 titles to choose from, you can shoot the Moon with 'Apollo 13,' get stuck in 'Traffic,' and more! This offer is for "a limited time" only, with no specified expiration date.Posted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
LG’s 15 Inch OLED Released in UK[teaser]It’s the world’s largest consumer OLED, and it’s only $2,700. [/teaser] Alright, let’s put a little bit of a qualifier on the “only $2,700.” Sure, that’s a lot of money to spend on an incredibly small screen. Inch for inch though, it’s far cheaper than Sony’s foray into the OLED market. LG’s 15EL9500 is a fifteen inch OLED screen that’s available now in the UK and it’s surprisingly affordable for an OLED. Compared to the Sony XEL-1, LG has created a very impressive set. It’s got a 720p resolution, 100Hz refresh rate, 0.1ms response time, and it’s pretty cool looking to boot. Let’s face it, aesthetics matter. The new OLED also features a USB port for watching videos, though LG hasn’t said what codecs it supports. The spec sheet also touts the 15EL9500 as water resistant. Considering a 15 inch set would be right at home in the kitchen, that’s good to know. The 15EL9500 is available now in the UK and will be hitting more of Europe in May. There’s no mention of a US release date yet. LGPosted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Viewsonic’s LED TV is Now Available[teaser]The 23” set won’t make any waves, but it’s nice, small, and efficient. [/teaser] You’re not going to blow anyone’s mind when you invite them over to check out your new 23 inch Viewsonic VT2300LED. It’s not much bigger than most computer monitors, and smaller than some. In the kitchen though, or anywhere else where space comes at a premium, the 2300 will do the job nicely. It’s got a 1080p resolution and three HDMI ports, which makes it surprisingly versatile for a smaller display. The VT2300LED is also packed with Viewsonic technology that’s designed to create more realistic skin tones and a better overall picture. Viewsonic’s new set is power efficient thanks to edge based LED backlighting. They quote a 50% energy savings over traditional LCD monitors, which is about what we’ve come to expect from LED lighting. MSRP in the VT2300LED is $399, but online retailers like Amazon are letting it go for $100 less than asking. Source: ViewsonicPosted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Preacher's Kid' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The uplifting coming-of-age drama will be gospel singing on Blu-ray this May. [/teaser] Warner Brothers says 'Preacher's Kid' starring LeToya Luckett of the original Destiny's Child is planned for high-definition on May 4. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but the release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack and will include: Deleted Scenes, Music of Preacher's Kid, The Prodigal Experience: Reflections on a Story, LeToya Luckett: A Rising Star, and On Location in Atlanta. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Preacher's Kid' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 4.Posted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
TVLogic Debuts 2D and 3D OLED Monitors[teaser]If you really want to get your OLED on, TVLogic is giving you the chance. [/teaser] OLED displays have been “just a few years away” for a few years now and it’s beginning to get disheartening. It’s nice to see though, that there are a few companies still pumping out the TVs of the future. TVLogic’s got two of them, both of which measure fifteen inches diagonally. The LEM-150W is an AMOLED set, with a resolution of 1366 x 768. It’s got a 16:9 resolution and a surprisingly wide array of inputs for such a small monitor. Since it’s made for professional use, it’s also got a built-in waveform/vector scope. It’s got a viewing angle of 180 degrees, though I can’t imagine more than one or two people gathered around a 15 inch screen. TVLogic’s TDM-150W is interesting in that you’re not going to find much like it on the market. Like the LEM, it’s a 15 inch set with a 1366 x 768 resolution and a 100,000:1 contrast ratio. Unlike the LEM, the TDM is 3D capable. There’s no pricing out yet for these two displays, but since they’re geared towards professionals, let’s just assume they’re prohibitively expensive. Source: OLED DisplayPosted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The fantasy adventure bringing Greek mythology to the modern world will take a high-definition bow this June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief' for a Blu-ray release on June 22. Specs still haven't been revealed yet, but the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will include: 10 Deleted Scenes, Secrets of the Gods, The Book Comes to Life, Inside Camp Half-Blood, On Set with Brandon T. Jackson, Meet the Demigods, Composing for the Gods: A Conversation with Christophe Beck, and Discover Your Powers Quiz. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 22.Posted Thu Apr 15, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Universal "Buy More, Save More" Blu-ray Sale at Amazon[teaser]Save up to $45 in Amazon's latest Blu-ray promotion.[/teaser] Amazon's "Buy More, Save More" sale featuring 21 select titles from Universal works as follows: Buy 3 Blu-ray discs from the list, save $15. Buy 5 Blu-ray discs from the list, save $27. Buy 7 Blu-ray discs from the list, save $45. The offer is in effect from now through May 10. Complete details and applicable titles can be found by clicking here.Posted Wed Apr 14, 2010 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
Sharp Creates RGBY 3D Sets[teaser]Not to be left out of the 3D race, Sharp has announced the creation of four-color 3D LCD sets. [/teaser] This holiday season will reveal a lot about the consumer market. Specifically, we’ll find out whether 3D in the home is really going to take off or not. Some companies, like Samsung and Panasonic, are betting heavily on the new tech. Sharp has been a bit more hesitant when it comes to 3D televisions, but they’re still hedging their bets. In fact, Sharp says that the new RGBY display they’ve developed is the best 3D set out there. For starters, it’s almost twice as bright as any other set. That’s important, says Sharp, since it helps to create more accurate colors. Crosstalk is at an all time low with Sharp’s displays. If you’ve tried out 3D displays, you’ve probably seen that horrible ghosting that comes along with them. That’s crosstalk. Sharp says that a combination of a better set and better glasses means less crosstalk. There’s nothing set in stone for a release date or pricing, but expect to see Sharp bring something out by this winter. Source: SharpPosted Wed Apr 14, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by:
