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Jon Favreau's 'The Jungle Book' Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The family action-adventure is now up for Blu-ray pre-orders at Amazon. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney/Buena Vista is preparing to bring 'The Jungle Book' to Blu-ray later this year. The film is a live-action retelling of the story of an orphan boy is raised in the Jungle with the help of a pack of wolves, a bear and a black panther. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Jungle Book' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Get a Job' on Blu-ray[teaser]The romantic comedy starring Miles Teller, Anna Kendrick, and Bryan Cranston heads to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate will be releasing 'Get a Job' on Blu-ray on June 14. A group of recent college graduates vie for jobs during a recession, and realize they will need to dial back their expectations of success in this comedy from director Dylan Kidd (Roger Dodger). Meanwhile, a hip barrista (Mimi Gianopulos) befriends a laid off worker (Bryan Cranston) whose jobless status has dealt a devastating blow to his sense of self-confidence. Anna Kendrick, Jay Pharoah, and Miles Teller co-star. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Video Résumé Outtakes and "Where it All Began: the Cast of Get a Job" Featurette. You can find the latest specs for 'Get a Job' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 14. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Launches 4K Ultra HD Content with HDR & Dolby Vision, Lineup Includes 'Marco Polo'[teaser]HDR streaming content is now rolling out to subscribers. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the launch of HDR and Dolby Vision support for select titles. The current lineup includes season one of 'Marco Polo.' High Dynamic Range and Dolby Vision technology offer enhanced brightness and contrast on supported content and displays, resulting in superior highlights, shadows, and colors. Over 100 hours of HDR programming will arrive on Netflix by August, and more than 150 hours will be added by the end of 2016. Current Netflix Ultra HD subscribers can now watch season one of 'Marco Polo' in HDR through compatible HDR and Dolby Vision enabled displays. In a world replete with greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, 'Marco Polo' is based on the famed explorer's adventures in Kublai Khan's court in 13th century China. The series stars Lorenzo Richelmy, Benedict Wong, and Chin Han. In addition to the first season of 'Marco Polo,' Netflix has also announced plans to add future HDR and Dolby Vision support for the following titles: - 'A Series of Unfortunate Events'- 'Bloodline'- 'Chef’s Table'- 'Hibana'- 'Knights of Sidonia'- 'Marvel’s Daredevil'- 'Marvel’s Iron Fist'- 'Marvel’s Jessica Jones'- 'Marvel’s Luke Cage'- 'Marvel’s The Defenders'- 'The Do-Over'- 'The Ridiculous Six' Beyond specific HDR and Dolby Vision content, upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Patton Oswalt: Talking For Clapping' on April 22, 'Special Correspondents' on April 29, 'Marseille' on May 5, the second season of 'Grace and Frankie' on May 6, 'Chelsea' on May 11, season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'Bloodline' season two on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'Voltron: Legendary Defender' on June 10, 'The Fundamentals of Caring' on June 24, 'Marco Polo' season two on July 1, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12, and 'The Crown' on November 4. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Director Chow Hin Yeung’s Epic Action Drama 'Rise of the Legend' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The film starring Sammo Hung and Eddie Peng arrives on Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA will be releasing 'Rise of the Legend' on Blu-ray on May 24. Martial Arts legend Sammo Hung (Ip Man 2) takes on Eddie Peng (Unbeatable), pegged by The Hollywood Reporter as "a serious contender for Next Great Martial Arts Star," in Director Chow Hin Yeung's epic action drama Rise of the Legend. The story follows a powerful martial arts master (Peng) returning to the town where his father was murdered to take on a ruthless crime boss (Hung) in this origins story of the revered folk hero Wong Fei Hung, a martial arts master whose life has passed into Chinese folklore. The film also stars Wang Luodan (The Continent), Jing Boran (The Guillotines), Jin Zhang (Kill Zone 2), Wong Cho Lam (Ip Man: The Final Fight), Qin Junjie (Painted Skin: The Resurrection), Byron Mann (“Arrow”), newcomer Gao Taiyu, Tony Leung Ka-Fai (Tai Chi Hero) and Angelababy (Tai Chi Zero). Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements will include a five-part making-of featurette. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Rise of the Legend' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 24. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
VIZIO Details SmartCast M-Series Ultra HD Displays with Dolby Vision HDR, Prices Start at $850[teaser]The new models range in size from 50 inches to 80 inches. [/teaser] VIZIO has detailed the latest additions to its 2016 SmartCast display lineup. The new M-Series Ultra HD Displays integrate the Google Cast protocol along with support for HDR playback. "The M-Series truly represents a breakthrough in how consumers access and control content. The VIZIO Tablet Remote with pre-loaded VIZIO SmartCast app is a game-changer, delivering an advanced user experience that brings home entertainment into the mobile era," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "The M-Series also brings forth major advancements in picture quality by rendering images with superior Ultra HD quality and delivering High Dynamic Range with Dolby Vision support. This viewing experience reveals varying levels of shadows and accentuates highlights, resulting in more lifelike on-screen imagery." VIZIO's M-Series displays feature Ultra HD Full-Array LED panels with up to 64 Active LED Zones. Likewise, the displays offer HDR with Dolby Vision support for enhanced brightness and contrast in supported content -- including select streaming titles from VUDU and Netflix. Other features include Clear Action 720 technology and an ultra-fast 240Hz Effective Refresh. In addition, the sets include a 6 inch Android Tablet Remote preinstalled with the VIZIO SmartCast app. Instead of jumping between apps, VIZIO SmartCast lets users search and browse content by genre across multiple apps at once. The VIZIO SmartCast app is also available for download to iOS and Android smartphones or tablets, allowing customers to control any VIZIO SmartCast device from nearly any mobile device, from anywhere in the home. Here's the full lineup of VIZIO M-Series Ultra HD Displays: VIZIO SmartCast 50" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M50-D1) MSRP $849.99 VIZIO SmartCast 55" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M55-D0) MSRP $999.99 VIZIO SmartCast 60" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M60-D1) MSRP $1,249.99 VIZIO SmartCast 65" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M65-D0) MSRP $1,499.99 VIZIO SmartCast 70" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M70-D3) MSRP $1,999.99 VIZIO SmartCast 80" M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (M80-D3) MSRP $3,999.99 Models will start rolling out to stores soon. In addition to the 2016 M-Series, VIZIO also recently announced pricing and availability for the 2016 P-Series and E-Series displays as well.Posted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
VIZIO Announces E-Series SmartCast Ultra HD Displays, Prices Start at $470[teaser]The company's latest entry level Ultra HD displays and HDTVs have been detailed. [/teaser] VIZIO has revealed their 2016 E-Series display lineup. The collection includes Ultra HD Display and HDTV models with support for the SmartCast ecosystem. "The VIZIO E-Series truly offers an uncompromised value to consumers," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "The product line gives consumers a whole new way to engage with content thanks to Google Cast built-in and the VIZIO SmartCast app. E-Series consumers can also reap the benefits of 4K Ultra HD technology with enhanced clarity and lifelike detail now playing a fundamental role in their entertainment experience." VIZIO's E-Series Ultra HD displays feature Full-Array LED panels with up to 12 Active LED Zones. Additional features include integrated Google Cast support, Clear Action 240 technology, an ultra-fast 120Hz Effective Refresh Rate, VIZIO's Spatial Scaling Engine, and VM50 Ultra HD Engine for 4K upscaling. Likewise, the displays include support for the VIZIO SmartCast app on iOS and Android devices. Instead of jumping between apps, VIZIO SmartCast lets users search and browse content by genre across multiple apps at once directly on their tablets or smartphones. A standard IR remote control is included as well. Ultra HD models will be available in sizes ranging from 43 inches to 70 inches. And in addition to Ultra HD, the E-Series will also include HDTV models in sizes ranging from 32 inches to 55 inches. Here's the full lineup of VIZIO E-Series Ultra HD Displays and HDTVs: VIZIO SmartCast 32" E-Series HDTV (E32-D1) MSRP $229.99 VIZIO SmartCast 40" E-Series HDTV (E40-D0) MSRP $299.99 VIZIO SmartCast 43" E-Series HDTV (E43-D2) MSRP $369.99 VIZIO SmartCast 43" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E43u-D2) MSRP $469.99 VIZIO SmartCast 48" E-Series HDTV (E48-D0) MSRP $399.99 VIZIO SmartCast 48" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E48u-D0) MSRP $549.99 VIZIO SmartCast 50" E-Series HDTV (E50-D1) MSRP $469.99 VIZIO SmartCast 50" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E50u-D2) MSRP $599.99 VIZIO SmartCast 55" E-Series HDTV (E55-D0) MSRP $569.99 VIZIO SmartCast 55" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E55u-D0) MSRP $699.99 VIZIO SmartCast 60" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E60u-D3) MSRP $969.99 VIZIO SmartCast 65" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E65u-D3) MSRP $1,099.99 VIZIO SmartCast 70" E-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E70u-D3) MSRP $1,699.99 Models will start rolling out to stores soon. In addition to the 2016 E-Series, VIZIO also recently announced pricing and availability for the 2016 P-Series and M-Series displays as well.Posted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Shakespeare's 'Henry VI' and 'Richard III' are coming to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses' for Blu-ray on June 21. These three screen adaptations, Henry VI in two parts and Richard III, tell the story of 'The Wars of the Roses', an exceptionally turbulent period in British history. Shakespeare's plays are filmed in the visually breathtaking landscape and architecture of the period. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Bonneville, Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, Sally Hawkins, Sophie Okonedo & Tom Sturridge, these exhilarating and emotionally charged films feature some of Shakespeare's most eloquent and powerful language. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Making of The Hollow Crown; and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the 2-Disc Blu-ray is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 21. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 19, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Readies Psychological Thriller 'Gypsy' Starring Naomi Watts[teaser]Naomi Watts is attached to star in the new one hour psychological thriller. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the latest addition to its lineup of original series. 'Gypsy' is being developed by Universal Television, Working Title and writer Lisa Rubin. The show will star two-time Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts as Jean Holloway – a therapist who begins to develop dangerous and intimate relationships with the people in her patients' lives. Liza Chasin and Lisa Rubin will serve as executive producers. Likewise, Rubin will also serve as writer. Sam Taylor-Johnson ('Fifty Shades of Grey') is directing the first two episodes of the series, and Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Andrew Stearn and Naomi Watts are all on board as executive producers. An exact release date has not been announced, but the ten episode series is set to makes it streaming debut through Netflix in 2017. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season two on April 15, 'Patton Oswalt: Talking For Clapping' on April 22, 'Special Correspondents' on April 29, 'Marseille' on May 5, the second season of 'Grace and Frankie' on May 6, 'Chelsea' on May 11, season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'Bloodline' season two on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'Voltron: Legendary Defender' on June 10, 'The Fundamentals of Caring' on June 24, 'Marco Polo' season two on July 1, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12, and 'The Crown' on November 4. In addition, the company also recently announced the showrunners for Marvel's 'The Defenders.' A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Mon Apr 18, 2016 at 04:57 PM PDT by: -
'Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan (Remastered in 4K)' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The fan favorite remastered in 4K getting a new Blu-ray release in June has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Paramount will be releasing 'Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan: Director's Cut (Remastered in 4K)' on Blu-ray on June 7. 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' is fondly regarded as being the closest in spirit to the 1966-69 TV series that spawned it. Admiral Kirk (William Shatner) escapes the tedium of a desk job to join Mr. Spock (Leonard Nimoy) and Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy (DeForest Kelley) on another space mission. While boldly going where no man etc. etc., Kirk crosses the path of his old enemy Khan (Ricardo Montalban), who as any die-hard Trekker can tell you, was the chief antagonist in the 1966 Trek TV episode "Space Seed." Leading a crew of near-savage space prisoners, Khan insinuates himself into the Genesis Project, which is designed to introduce living organisms on long-dead planets. Intending to harness this program for his own despotic purposes, Khan engages in battle with the Enterprise crew. ~ Daniel Gelb, Rovi. The Blu-ray will include both the theatrical and director's cuts in 1080p with 7.1 lossless audio and supplements include: Commentary by director Nicholas Meyer (Director's Edition & Theatrical Version); Commentary by director Nicholas Meyer and Manny Coto (Theatrical Version); Text Commentary by Michael and Denise Okuda (Director's Edition); Library Computer (Theatrical Version); The Genesis Effect: Engineering The Wrath of Khan (NEW); Production; The Star Trek Universe; Farewell: A Tribute to Ricardo Montalban; Storyboards; and Theatrical Trailer. You can find the latest specs for 'Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan: Director's Cut (Remastered in 4K)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 18, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
Nativ Details Vita High-Resolution Music System with Touchscreen Control Center[teaser]The company is now taking crowdfunding orders for its music player. [/teaser] Nativ has announced the upcoming launch of its new high-resolution music system. The Nativ Vita is an innovative music player with an 11.6 inch touch screen and support for a variety of music platforms and formats. "Nativ is a great addition for anyone that loves music." says Michael Li, CEO and Co-Founder of Nativ. "From audiophiles with high-performance audio and A/V systems to the casual music fan with wireless speaker solutions. Nativ enhances your existing gear with great new features and allows you to experience music like never before." The Nativ Vita music player features an 11.6 inch high resolution IPS touchscreen display for convenient navigation. The device offers support for popular services and technologies like Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, Apple Airplay, Google Cast, and Bluetooth aptX. Users can also play music from their Mac, PC or NAS through the player's 802.11ac and Gigabit networking technology. Network music libraries can also be navigated with the pre-installed music interface from Roon and large music libraries can be stored directly on the integrated hard disk or SSD drives with up to 4TB capacity. In addition, the Nativ Vita also supports music video playback with streaming support to a TV via HDMI or wirelessly through Google Cast. The player is compatible with virtually any wireless headphones or speakers. Likewise, music can be delivered in bit-perfect quality to A/V receivers or DACs through the asynchronous USB interface or four high quality outputs for SPDIF and AES/EBU. The player is also designed for high res audio and supports DSD playback up to 11.2896 MHz (Quad-DSD), DXD and PCM files up to 32-bit/384 kHz. Finally, the device features a built-in multidirectional microphone with a voice control option. The Nativ Vita is now available for pre-order through the company's Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. During the campaign, the Nativ Vita will be available in limited quantities for as low as $699. Units are expected to ship in October 2016. Source: Nativ SoundPosted Mon Apr 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM PDT by:
