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This Week in Gear: New Tablets from Apple & Samsung, Bluetooth Update for Google Home, and More[teaser]We've compiled the latest gear news, including the launch of Apple and Samsung's latest tablets, and more.[/teaser] From product announcements and streaming app updates to general industry news and recent gear trends, keeping up with the latest tech news can be a daunting task. With that in mind, we're here to offer you a roundup of some of the latest gear and consumer electronics news that you may have missed. For this edition, we're covering Apple's updated iPad, Samsung's new Galaxy Tab Active2, Bluetooth speaker pairing for Google Home devices, the new Tidal app for Fire TV, and the addition of the Roku Channel to select Samsung TVs. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of some of the latest gear and tech news: Apple Launches Updated 9.7-Inch iPad Apple has announced the release of its latest iPad model. The updated 9.7-inch iPad now offers support for Apple Pencil along with other performance improvements. "iPad is our vision for the future of computing and hundreds of millions of people around the world use it every day at work, in school and for play. This new 9.7-inch iPad takes everything people love about our most popular iPad and makes it even better for inspiring creativity and learning," said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of Product Marketing. "Our most popular and affordable iPad now includes support for Apple Pencil, bringing the advanced capabilities of one of our most creative tools to even more users. This iPad also has the power of the A10 Fusion chip, combined with the big, beautiful Retina display, advanced cameras and sensors that enable incredible AR experiences simply not possible on other devices." The new iPad 9.7-inch model features a Retina LED-backlit IPS Multi-Touch display with a resolution of 2048 x 1536-pixels and 264 ppi. Under the hood, the device is powered by an A10 Fusion chip with 64-bit architecture and an Embedded M10 coprocessor running iOS 11. An 8MP rear camera and a 1.2MP FaceTime camera are integrated as well. In addition, the unit's higher resolution touch sensor now provides Apple Pencil support. The Apple Pencil (sold separately) allows users to draw and take notes on the screen with pixel-perfect accuracy and low latency through a variety of apps. Finally, the new iPad has also been designed with AR (augmented reality) applications in mind. Apple's updated 9.7-inch iPad is now available in 32GB or 128GB options in silver, space gray and gold finishes. Prices start at $329 for the base model. Meanwhile, the Apple Pencil is available for $99. Source: Apple Samsung Releases Galaxy Tab Active2 Samsung has announced the release of its Galaxy Tab Active2. The rugged tablet model is geared toward mobile users who work outdoors or in the field, industrial locations, and harsh weather. "As digital transformation of business accelerates, mobile workers across industries require a device that is purpose-built to fit their specific needs in any environment," said Eric McCarty, Vice President, Mobile B2B Product Marketing, Samsung Electronics America. "The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 was designed to help businesses improve productivity, while reducing complexity, and do so while empowering workers in the most challenging working conditions." The Galaxy Tab Active2 features an 8-inch WXGA TFT display with a resolution of 1280 x 800. Under the hood, the device is powered by a Samsung Exynos 7870 Octa-core 1.6GHz CPU running Android 7.1. An 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera are integrated as well. In addition, the unit is MIL-STD-810-certified for military standard durability during excessive pressure, temperatures, vibrations, and drops, and IP68-rated for water and dust resistance. Likewise, the tablet includes physical buttons for use with work gloves, and the display is functional when wet for use in rainy conditions. Samsung's Galaxy Tab Active2 is now available in the US. Source: Samsung Google Home Adds Bluetooth Speaker Pairing Google has announced a new Bluetooth speaker pairing option for its Google Home lineup. With the new feature, users can control other Bluetooth speakers with their voice through a connected Home product. To connect a Bluetooth speaker with a Google Home device, users simply need to open the Google Home App and then follow the pairing instructions to make it their default speaker. Once paired, customers can then control playback on the Bluetooth speaker via voice commands through a Home device. Likewise, users can even add multiple Bluetooth speakers to create a group for multi-room audio. The Google Home lineup currently includes the Google Home ($129), Google Home Mini ($49), and Google Home Max ($399). Source: Google Tidal App Arrives on Amazon Fire TV Tidal has announced the launch of the Tidal app for Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick. Likewise, the service is also now available for Android Auto. The Tidal music streaming platform offers access to detailed, uncompressed, lossless streaming music files and HD music videos for $20 per month. In addition, a $10 per month plan with standard sound quality is also available. The Fire TV app has been specially optimized for large screen playback, offering a custom visual interface with easy access to all of the newest Tidal content, expertly curated video playlists, concerts, livestreams, music videos, albums, podcasts, and more. Meanwhile, Tidal support for Android Auto is now compatible with over 400 car models, allowing users to access Tidal through USB to play tracks directly from their car dashboard. Source: Tidal Roku Channel Heads to Samsung Smart TVs Roku has announced plans to bring its Roku Channel app to select Samsung smart TV models this summer. The free ad-supported streaming channel offers access to hundreds of Hollywood movies and TV shows. "The Roku Channel has been a tremendous success giving our customers the free content they desire," said Scott Rosenberg, GM of Platform Business at Roku. "By broadening our distribution of this app to other viewing platforms such as Samsung, the #1 TV maker in the U.S., we are able to engage millions more consumers with free ad-supported entertainment." The ad-supported platform does not require any fees, subscriptions, or logins. And though content does include commercials, the company states that the service features about half the advertising per programming hour when compared to traditional TV. Exact Samsung models set to receive the Roku Channel have not been announced yet. 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Oppo Digital Set to Stop Manufacturing New Blu-ray Players & AV Products[teaser]The company will no longer make new products.[/teaser] After 14 years of business in the US, Oppo Digital has announced plans to gradually stop manufacturing new products. The company is best known for its highly rated premium Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray players, along with a lineup of Hi-Fi audio devices. An exact reason for the decision has not been revealed. Oppo made the announcement via a post on its website on April 2, stating that it will now begin phasing out manufacturing and development of new products. With that said, existing models will continue to be supported, warranties will still be valid, and both in-warranty and out-of-warranty repair services will continue to be offered. Likewise, firmware updates will still be provided for current products when necessary. Meanwhile, the company is also still honoring its 30-day Money Back Guarantee for products purchased directly from OPPO Digital within the last 30 days. Return and refund requests can be made through https://www.oppodigital.com/ContactUs.aspx. Previously released Oppo products can still be purchased through Oppo Digital's website, Oppo Digital's authorized resellers, and Oppo Digital's overseas distributors -- though availability for certain models will change as manufacturing is phased out. Oppo's current and now final lineup of Ultra HD Blu-ray players includes the UDP-203 ($549) & UDP-205 ($1,299). Both models offer 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc playback along with support for regular Blu-rays and DVDs. HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Wide Color Gamut capabilities are included as well. In addition, the step-up UDP-205 model provides an upgrade in audio performance over the UPD-203, offering dedicated stereo output, 7.1-channel analog audio output, improved clock precision of the HDMI audio output, and increased power for the built-in headphone amplifier. Source: Oppo DigitalPosted Tue Apr 3, 2018 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Peter Rabbit' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]The family flick starring James Corden is hopping toward 4K Blu-ray in May.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is prepping Peter Rabbit for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on May 1. Peter Rabbit, the mischievous and adventurous hero who has captivated generations of readers, now takes on the starring role of his own irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. In the film, Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates to greater heights than ever before as they rival for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter with playful spirit and wild charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p HDR video and a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - "Flopsy Turvy" Mini Movie- Shake Your Cotton-Tail Dance Along- Mischief In The Making Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $38.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for Peter Rabbit linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 1. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 2, 2018 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deals: Up to 30% Off KEF R Series Speakers[teaser]Several KEF speakers are now on sale![/teaser] As part of a special promotion, KEF is discounting several speakers and subwoofers in its R Series. Here's a rundown of models currently on sale through Amazon: R200c Center Channel Loudspeaker - $700 each (30% off) R500 Floorstanding Speakers - $1,900 per pair (27% off) R700 Floorstanding Speakers - $3,000 per pair (17% off) R900 Floorstanding Speakers - $3,600 per pair (28% off) R600c Center Channel Speaker - $1,200 each (20% off) R300 bookshelf speakers - $1,300 per pair (27% off) R400b Subwoofer - $1,300 (24% off) These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more sales and special promotions!Posted Mon Apr 2, 2018 at 09:45 AM PDT by: -
Stanley Kubrick’s '2001: A Space Odyssey' Rumored for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (UPDATE: Release Date Postponed)[teaser]Director Stanley Kubrick's sci-fi masterpiece is coming to Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] UPDATE 4/2/2018: Amazon has removed its previously available pre-order for May 8 and Warner Bros. has now confirmed a fall 2018 release for the Ultra HD Blu-ray. The 4K HDR home video release is being produced in collaboration with Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight, Dunkirk). Likewise, Nolan is also involved in prepping a new "unrestored" 70mm print of the film for the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival on May 12. Per Warner, "The 70mm print was struck from new printing elements made from the original camera negative. This is a true photochemical film recreation. There are no digital tricks, remastered effects, or revisionist edits." Following the festival screening, 2001: A Space Odyssey will then return to select US theatres in 70mm beginning May 18, 2018. Source: Warner Bros. vis BusinessWire Previous Report: According to a report from The Digital Bits, Warner Bros. is prepping 2001: A Space Odyssey for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray. 2001: A Space Odyssey spans from the dawn of man to its title year. Stone Age Earth: In the presence of a mysterious black obelisk, pre-humans discover the use of tools -- and weapons -- violently taking first steps toward intelligence. 1999: On Earth's moon astronauts uncover another mysterious black obelisk. 2001: Between Earth and Jupiter, the spacecraft's intelligent computer makes a mistake that kills most of the human crew -- then continues to kill to hide its error. Beyond Time: The sole survivor of the journey to Jupiter ascends to the next level of humanity. Technical specs and supplements have not been revealed yet. 2001: A Space Odyssey was first released in 1968 and comes from writer/director Stanley Kubrick and co-writer Arthur C. Clarke. The movie stars Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, and Douglas Rain as the voice of the infamous HAL 9000 computer. A standard Blu-ray version of the film is currently available as a stand-alone disc or as part of the Stanley Kubrick Masterpiece Collection. Source: The Digital BitsPosted Mon Apr 2, 2018 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
Eli Roth's 'Death Wish' Bound for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Blu-ray[teaser]The action remake starring Bruce Willis will seek vengeance on 4K Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MGM has revealed plans to bring Death Wish (2018) to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Dr. Paul Kersey (Bruce Willis) is a surgeon who only sees the aftermath of his city's violence as it's rushed into his ER -until his wife (Elisabeth Shue) and college-age daughter (Camila Morrone) are viciously attacked in their suburban home. With the police overloaded with crimes, Paul, burning for revenge, hunts for his family's assailants to deliver justice. As the anonymous slayings of criminals grabs the media's attention, the city wonders if this deadly avenger is a guardian angel...or a grim reaper. Fury and fate collide in the intense action-thriller Death Wish. Full specs have not been detailed yet, but the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p HDR video and the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video. Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for Death Wish linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Mar 30, 2018 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Everything Coming to iTunes & the Apple TV App in April 2018[teaser]Check out all the new digital titles coming to the iTunes library and Apple TV App in April.[/teaser] Apple has revealed its upcoming April lineup of movies and TV shows for iTunes. The collection includes films like The Post, The Commuter, Maze Runner: Death Cure, Peter Rabbit, and Fifty Shades Freed. In addition, the platform is adding two new supplemental featurettes for Blade Runner 2049. And beyond iTunes, Apple has also compiled a list of April streaming titles set to be available via the Apple TV App on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV devices. The Apple TV App allows users to browse through content from over 60 video services without switching from one app to the next, including titles from Amazon Prime Video, HBO Now, Showtime, CBS All Access, Hulu, and many other pay-TV subscriptions. Here's a full rundown of all the upcoming iTunes titles per Apple: Movies 4/3 The Post 4/3 The Commuter 4/3 Outside In (in theaters now) 4/6 Spinning Man (same day as theaters) 4/6 Lowlife (same day as theaters) 4/6 The Humanity Bureau (in theaters now) 4/10 Maze Runner: Death Cure 4/10 12 Strong 4/13 Borg McEnroe (same day as theaters) 4/13 An Ordinary Man (same day as theaters) 4/13 Wilding (same day as theaters) 4/13 Marrowbone (same day as theaters) 4/13 Ghost Stories (same day as theaters) 4/17 Winchester 4/17 In the Fade 4/17 Hostiles 4/24 Peter Rabbit 4/24 Fifty Shades Freed 4/24 Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool TV *Full seasons in bold 4/2 Divorce Season 2 4/10 Outlander Season 3 4/19 Crashing Season 2 4/20 High Maintenance Season 2 4/30 Counterpart Season 1 And here's a rundown of upcoming streaming content from various services through the Apple TV App: 4/1 Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 (Bravo) 4/2 The Crossing (ABC) 4/3 The Last O.G. (TBS) 4/3 Legion Season 2 (FX) 4/3 Shadowhunters Season 3 (Freeform) 4/4 Famous In Love Season 2 (Freeform) 4/4 National Treasure (HULU) 4/5 Real Housewives of New York City Season 10 (Bravo) 4/5 The Imposters Season 2 (Bravo) 4/6 All for Nothing: The Michigan Wolverines (Prime Video) 4/6 Vice Season 6 (HBO NOW) 4/7 Paterno (HBO NOW) 4/7 Ransom (CBS) 4/8 Howard’s End (STARZ) 4/8 Killing Eve (BBCA) 4/10 Deadliest Catch Season (DISCOVERY) 4/10 The New Girl Season 6 (FOX NOW) 4/12 The Expanse Season 3 (SYFY) 4/13 Bosch Season 4 (Prime Video) 4/14 Elvis Presley: Searcher (HBO NOW) 4/16 Fear the Walking Dead Season 4 (AMC) 4/21 The Originals Season 5 (CW) 4/22 Westworld Season 2 (HBO NOW) 4/22 Into The Badlands Season 3 (AMC) 4/24 Genius: Picasso Season 2 (NAT GEO) 4/25 The Handmaid’s Tale Season 2 (HULU) 4/25 The 100 Season 5 (CW) 4/25 Archer: Danger Island Season 9 (FXX) 4/26 Quantico Season 3 (ABC) Source: iTunesPosted Thu Mar 29, 2018 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
'Escape Plan' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]Stallone and Schwarzenegger are teaming up on 4K Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is prepping Escape Plan for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 5. One of the world’s foremost authorities on structural security agrees to take on one last job: breaking out of an ultra-secret, high-tech facility called “The Tomb.” Deceived and wrongfully imprisoned, Ray Breslin (Sylvester Stallone) must recruit fellow inmate Emil Rottmayer (Arnold Schwarzenegger) to help devise a daring, nearly impossible plan to escape from the most protected and fortified prison ever built. Escape Plan is the first pairing of action legends Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger in leading roles, and costars Jim Caviezel, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Vinnie Jones, with Vincent D’Onofrio, and Amy Ryan. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video with Dolby Vision and HDR10, along with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements will include: - Audio commentary with director Mikael Håfström and co-writer Miles Chapman- "Executing the Plan: The Making of Escape Plan" Featurette- "Maximum Security: The Real-Life Tomb" Featurette- "Clash of the Titans" Featurette- Deleted Scenes Suggested list price for the 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $22.99. You can find the latest specs for Escape Plan linked from our 4K Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 5. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Thu Mar 29, 2018 at 01:45 PM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Blu-ray: 'The Walking Dead,' 'Gringo,' and More[teaser]Discs starring Andrew Lincoln, Charlize Theron, Joel Edgerton, and more are all heading to Blu-ray.[/teaser] New info has been revealed for several upcoming Blu-ray releases from Starz / Anchor Bay, Well Go USA, Universal, Code Red, Troma, PBS, Cult Epics, and Flicker Alley. Here's a full rundown of recently revealed details and title announcements: First up, Starz / Anchor Bay is set to release AMC's The Walking Dead: The Complete Eighth Season starring Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, and Lauren Cohan. An exact release date and supplements have not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Order the Blu-ray Well Go USA is bringing Jang Hoon's A Taxi Driver starring Song Kang-Ho, Thomas Kretschmann, Yoo Hai-Jin, and Ryu Jun-Yeol to Blu-ray on April 17. No supplements are currently listed for the disc. In addition, the label is prepping Pou-Soi Cheang's The Monkey King 3: Kingdom of Women starring Aaron Kwok, Shaofeng Feng, Xiao Shen-Yang, and Chung Him Law for Blu-ray on May 15. No other details have been announced at this time. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Universal has announced plans to release Christian Gudegast's Den of Thieves starring Pablo Schreiber, Gerard Butler, Sonya Balmores, O'Shea Jackson Jr., and Curtis Jackson on April 24. Supplements will include: - Alternate Ending- Alpha Males: The cast describes how the tough characters in the film blur the lines between the good guys and the bad guys.- Into the Den: Director Christian Gudegast and the cast describe the two brotherhoods within the film, the renegades and the outlaws, and their unique sets of skills.- Alameda Corridor: The cast and director discuss filming the intense scene that take place on the streets of L.A. and the extensive weapons training it took to film it.- Outtakes and Deleted Scenes- Audio Commentary with Director Christian Gudegast and Producer Tucker Tooley Meanwhile, Hiromasa Yonebayashi's Mary and The Witch's Flower starring Ruby Barnhill, Kate Winslet, Jim Broadbent, and Ewen Bremner will arrive on May 1. Supplements will include: - NTV Special: Creating Mary and The Witch's Flower- A Special Conversation: Sekai No Owari, Hiromasa Yonebayashi, and Yoshiaki Nishimura- Film Completion Press Conference- Theatrical Promotional Movie- Interview with the Filmmakers- Trailers & TV Spots As previously reported, Universal is preparing Bruce Macdonald and Gabriel Sabloff's Samson starring Jackson Rathbone, Billy Zane, Taylor James, and Rutger Hauer for Blu-ray, and the release date has now been set for May 15. Newly announced supplements will include: - Behind the scenes featurette: The Heart of Samson- Two Music Videos In addition, the studio is set to bring Nash Edgerton's Gringo starring Charlize Theron, Joel Edgerton, Amanda Seyfried, Thandie Newton, Sharlto Copley, and Michael Angarano to Blu-ray later this year. Supplements and a release date have not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Likewise, Scott Speer's Midnight Sun starring Bella Thorne, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Rob Riggle is also up for pre-order. No other info has been revealed at this time. And rounding out Universal's upcoming lineup will be José Padilha's 7 Days in Entebbe starring Rosamund Pike, Daniel Brühl, Eddie Marsan, Ben Schnetzer, and Denis Menochet. Supplements have not been detailed yet. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Code Red is prepping Sergio Martino's The Violent Professionals starring Luc Merenda, Richard Conte, Silvano Tranquilli, Carlo Alighiero, and Martine Brochard for Blu-ray on May 1. The disc will feature a brand new remaster of the film with exclusive color correction by Code Red. Supplements will include: - Original Theatrical Trailer Order the Blu-ray Troma is bringing Nick Grant's Gutboy: A Badtime Story starring Will Cooper, Marybeth Schroeder, Nick Reed, and Anthony Herrera to Blu-ray on May 8. Supplements will include: - An Intro by Lloyd Kaufman (Creator of THE TOXIC AVENGER)- Director's Commentary- Tromatic Trailers- Behind the Scenes of "THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL" and More! Order the Blu-ray PBS is preparing Masterpiece: Little Women starring Emily Watson, Maya Hawke, Willa Fitzgerald, Kathryn Newton, and Annes Elwy for Blu-ray on May 22. Supplements have not been announced yet. In addition, the label is bringing Michael Samuels' Masterpiece: Man in an Orange Shirt starring Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Julian Morris, Vanessa Redgrave, and Joanna Vanderham to Blu-ray on June 19. No other details have been revealed. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Cult Epics is bringing Pim de la Parra's Frank & Eva starring Willeke van Ammelrooy, Hugo Metsers, Lex Goudsmit, and Sylvia Kristel to Blu-ray on May 23. The disc will feature a brand new remaster of the film, and supplements will include: - NEW Audio Commentary by Pim de la Parra (2018)- Up Front & Naked: Sex in Dutch films (2017) - featurette with Willeke van Ammelrooy a.o.- Frank & Eva Poster & Photo Gallery- Sylvia Kristel Film Poster Gallery- Original Theatrical Trailers Order the Blu-ray Flicker Alley is prepping E.A. Dupont's The Ancient Law starring Ernst Deutsch and Henny Porten for Blu-ray on June 5. Supplements will include: - Der Film im Film (Germany, 1923): The only surviving excerpt of a documentary on film production in Weimar Germany, featuring the different personalities of several famous directors of the era at work on the set including Fritz Lang, Robert Wiene, and Dupont.- Insights into the Restoration: A 15-minute demonstration with raw scans of the different nitrate source materials, illustrating how the reconstruction was completed.- Image Slideshow: Rare production stills and original archival materials.- Essays on The Ancient Law: A booklet containing two essays: an appreciation of the film and its historical context, written by film historian and scholar, Cynthia Walk; and an overview of the restoration process by Daniel Meiller, Head of Audiovisual Collections, Deutsche Kinemathek.- Notes on the Film Music: Introductions to the two new musical scores commissioned for the restored film. Order the Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule.Posted Thu Mar 29, 2018 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Pacific Rim: Uprising' 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D Up for Pre-Order[teaser]The sequel to Guillermo del Toro's 2013 sci-fi flick is drifting toward Blu-ray later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is prepping Pacific Rim: Uprising for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the discs are now available for pre-order. John Boyega (Star Wars: The Force Awakens) stars as the rebellious Jake Pentecost, a once-promising Jaeger pilot whose legendary father gave his life to secure humanity’s victory against the monstrous "Kaiju." Jake has since abandoned his training only to become caught up in a criminal underworld. But when an even more unstoppable threat is unleashed to tear through our cities and bring the world to its knees, he is given one last chance to live up to his father’s legacy by his estranged sister, Mako Mori (Rinko Kikuchi)—who is leading a brave new generation of pilots that have grown up in the shadow of war. As they seek justice for the fallen, their only hope is to unite together in a global uprising against the forces of extinction. Jake is joined by gifted rival pilot Lambert (The Fate of the Furious' Scott Eastwood) and 15-year-old Jaeger hacker Amara (newcomer Cailee Spaeny), as the heroes of the PPDC become the only family he has left. Rising up to become the most powerful defense force to ever walk the earth, they will set course for a spectacular all-new adventure on a towering scale. Exact specs and supplements have not been detailed yet, but the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and the Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $37.98. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D is $37.98. You can find the latest specs for Pacific Rim: Uprising linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray 3DPosted Wed Mar 28, 2018 at 12:25 PM PDT by:
