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NFL & Twitter Team up to Live Stream Thursday Night Football Games[teaser]Fans will be able to stream Thursday Night Football games during the upcoming 2016 NFL season. [/teaser] The National Football League has announced a partnership with Twitter to offer live OTT digital streams of Thursday Night Football games. The free live streams will be available globally through Twitter on a variety of mobile and connected devices. "Twitter is where live events unfold and is the right partner for the NFL as we take the latest step in serving fans around the world live NFL football," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "There is a massive amount of NFL-related conversation happening on Twitter during our games and tapping into that audience, in addition to our viewers on broadcast and cable, will ensure Thursday Night Football is seen on an unprecedented number of platforms this season. This agreement also provides additional reach for those brands advertising with our broadcast partners." As part of the deal, Twitter will stream the 10 upcoming Thursday Night Football games being broadcast by NBC and CBS. The games will also be simulcast on NFL Network, completing a "Tri-Cast" distribution model with broadcast (NBC/CBS), cable (NFL Network), and digital (Twitter) options. The live Twitter streams will be viewable for free without authentication to the over 800 Million registered and non-registered Twitter users worldwide on mobile phones, tablets, PCs and connected TVs. Beyond the games themselves, Twitter will also offer in-game highlights from TNF and pre-game Periscope broadcasts from players and teams. "This is about transforming the fan experience with football. People watch NFL games with Twitter today," said Jack Dorsey, Twitter CEO. "Now they'll be able to watch right on Twitter Thursday nights." The 2016 NFL Regular Season will kick off on Thursday, September 8. The NFL previously offered a free live stream in conjunction with Yahoo for their October 25 game between the Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Source: NFLPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 04:00 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Preps 'The Fundamentals of Caring' for June 24 Premiere[teaser]The film starring Paul Rudd and Selena Gomez is set to make its streaming debut in June. [/teaser] Netflix has announced a premiere date for its latest original movie. 'The Fundamentals of Caring' will be available for streaming exclusively through Netflix on June 24. The film follows the story of Ben, a retired writer who becomes a caregiver after suffering a personal tragedy. After 6 weeks of training, Ben meets his first client, Trevor, a foul-mouthed 18-year-old with muscular dystrophy. One paralyzed emotionally, one paralyzed physically, Ben and Trevor take an impromptu road trip to all the places Trevor has become obsessed with while watching the local news, including their holy grail: the World's Deepest Pit. Along the way, they pick up a sassy runaway and a mother-to-be who help test the pair’s survival skills outside of their calculated existence as they come to understand the importance of hope and true friendship. 'The Fundamentals of Caring' is based on the novel by Jonathan Evison, and the film is written, directed, and produced by Rob Burnett. The cast includes Paul Rudd, Craig Roberts, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Ehle, Megan Ferguson, and Frederick Weller. After SVOD rights were acquired by Netflix, the movie premiered at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival in January as the Closing Night film. In addition to streaming, the movie will also get a theatrical awards qualifying run. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season two on April 15, '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, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, and 'Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh' on July 29. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
KHHHAAANNN!!! 'Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan (Remastered in 4K)' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The fan favorite has been remastered in 4K and will be getting a new Blu-ray release in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 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. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the release will include both the theatrical and director's cuts and the current price for the Blu-ray is $14.99. 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.Posted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Denon Readies Affordable S-Series AV Receivers with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X, Prices Start at $479[teaser]Two new AV receivers have been revealed. [/teaser] Denon has announced the latest additions to its S-Series home audio lineup. The new AVR-S720W and AVR-S920W will serve as the successors to the previously released AVR-S710W and AVR-S910W. The AVR-S720W is a 7.2 channel receiver with 165W maximum power output per channel (6ohm, 1kHz, 1ch driven), 75W (8ohm, 20Hz-20kHz,THD:0.08%) Power Amp. Meanwhile, the AVR-S920W is a 7.2 channel receiver with 185W maximum power output per channel (6ohm, 1kHz, 1ch driven), 90W(8ohm, 20Hz-20kHz,THD:0.08%) Power Amp. Both models include integrated support for Dolby Atmos and future support for DTS:X via an upcoming firmware update expected in August. Likewise, both receivers offer dual band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, along with 4K Ultra HD full rate pass through via HDMI 2.0a and HDCP 2.2 compliant connections with support for 4K 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR), 21:9 video, 3D, and BT.2020 pass through HDR (High Dynamic Range). In addition, the AVR-S720W and AVR-S920W also include high resolution DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, and WAV audio playback. Other key features include Audyssey MultEQ setup with MIC stand included in the box; AirPlay, Internet Radio, Pandora, Spotify Connect, SiriusXM, and DLNA 1.5; AM/FM Radio; and the Denon 2016 AVR Remote app for iOS, Android and Kindle Fire. Finally, the AVR-S920W model includes eight HDMI 2.0a inputs (two more than the AVR-S720W), while also adding a dual HDMI output and advanced Video Processing with 4K upscaling. The Denon AVR-S720W ($479) and AVR-S920W ($579) will be available later this month. And for customers looking for Denon models with current DTS:X support, the company recently released the DTS:X firmware update for its 9.2 channel AVR-X7200WA ($2,999), 9.2 channel AVR-X7200W ($2,349), 7.2 channel AVRX4200W ($1,299), and 9.2 channel AVRX6200W ($2,199). Likewise, support is expected to arrive for the AVR-S710W, AVR-S910W, AVR-X1200W, AVR-X2200W, and AVR-X3200W later this year Source: DenonPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 11:15 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Reveals Trailer for 'Grace and Frankie' Season Two Starring Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin[teaser]The second season of the comedy series will start streaming in May. [/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for season two of its original show, 'Grace and Frankie.' The entire second season will premiere exclusively through Netflix on May 6. "Let me say, it's so awesome to do a show on Netflix," said Marta Kauffman, series co-creator and executive producer, "because two and a half weeks after we launched, Miley Cyrus does a tweet about your show, and they call and say, 'We'd like to do a season two.' So yes, there is a season two. We have Ted and Miley to thank." In Grace and Frankie, Jane Fonda (Grace) and Lily Tomlin (Frankie) star as two women whose lives are suddenly turned upside down when their husbands reveal they are gay and leave them for each other. Both sparring partners and partners-in-crime, they form an unlikely bond to face an uncertain future together and discover a new definition of family, with laughter, tears and plenty of mood enhancers along the way. Check out the trailer below! The show also stars Martin Sheen, Sam Waterston, Brooklyn Decker, Ethan Embry, Baron Vaughn, and June Diane Raphael. Executive producers for the series include Marta Kauffman, Howard Morris, Paula Weinstein, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Marcy Ross, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The show's first season originally premiered on May 8, 2015 and all 13 season one episodes are now available to stream on Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season two on April 15, 'Special Correspondents' on April 29, 'Marseille' on May 5, 'Chelsea' on May 11, season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, and 'Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh' on July 29. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 10:45 AM PDT by: -
Guess Who's Coming to Blu-ray in May? 'Deadpool' -- That's Who![teaser]Ryan Reynolds puts on the anti-hero's tights and heads to Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox revealed 'Deadpool' will be pummeling Blu-ray in the spring, and now the date has been set for May 10. Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) is a former Special Forces operative who now works as a mercenary. His world comes crashing down when evil scientist Ajax (Ed Skrein) tortures, disfigures and transforms him into Deadpool. The rogue experiment leaves Deadpool with accelerated healing powers and a twisted sense of humor. With help from mutant allies Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead (Brianna Hildebrand), Deadpool uses his new skills to hunt down the man who nearly destroyed his life. 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 'Deadpool' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Sorceress' Will Cast a Spell on Blu-ray this Summer[teaser]Director Jim Wynorski's fantasy horror flick has been dated for Blu-ray. [/teaser] As previously reported, Synapse Films is preparing 'Sorceress (1995)' for Blu-ray, and now the date is set for June 14. Larry Barnes (Larry Poindexter) is on the fast track to a partnership in a prestigious law firm, and his sexy witch wife Erica (Julie Strain, HEAVY METAL 2000) will do anything to keep her husband happy. But Erica makes a fatal mistake when she tries to kill Larry's main competition for the partnership, Howard Reynolds (Edward Albert, GALAXY OF TERROR). With Howard now crippled for life from Erica's dark magic, his wife Amelia (Linda Blair, THE EXORCIST) plots her revenge. Using witchcraft and a mystical medallion, Amelia tries to destroy everyone and everything in Larry's life! All the pleasures of the flesh and malevolence of black magic collide in this newly remastered and uncensored version of Jim Wynorski's SORCERESS (aka TEMPTRESS). Presented for the first time ever from a new 2K scan of the original uncut film element, this release features additional footage removed from the original release. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Director Jim Wynorski; and Additional Audio Commentary with Director Jim Wynorski and SPFX Artist/Actor/Director, Tom Savini. You can find the latest specs for 'Sorceress (1995)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 14.Posted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
John Hillcoat's 'Triple 9' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The star-studded crime thriller heads to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal will be releasing 'Triple 9' on Blu-ray on May 31. In Triple 9, a crew of dirty cops is blackmailed by the Russian mob to execute a virtually impossible heist. The only way to pull it off is to manufacture a 999, police code for "officer down". Their plan is turned upside down when the unsuspecting rookie they set up to die foils the attack, triggering a breakneck, action-packed finale filled with double-crosses, greed and revenge. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Deleted Scenes; Under the Gun – The acclaimed cast of Triple 9 offers an in-depth look at its characters and the pulse-pounding twists and turns at the heart of the film; and Authentic World – Director John Hillcoat and the cast of Triple 9 discuss how their grounded approach to filmmaking helped highlight the film's gritty, authentic look and feel. You can find the latest specs for 'Triple 9' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 31. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 6, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Klipsch Announces Limited Edition 70th Anniversary Heresy & Klipschorn Heritage Series Speakers[teaser]Two Heritage Series speakers will be available in limited runs. [/teaser] To celebrate its 70th anniversary, Klipsch is releasing limited edition models of its Klipschorn and Heresy Heritage series speakers. Both models features design enhancements, exotic wood veneer finishes, special edition logos, and unique grille cloths. The Klipschorn speaker was first developed in 1946 and is the only speaker model in the world to remain in continuous production for over 70 years. The speaker features a newly enhanced rear low frequency horn that is now fully enclosed, along with a new nameplate celebrating its legendary history, and a small plaque identifying the unit's numbered sequence in the series. In addition, the Klipschorn uses a retro style silver luster grille cloth to complement the speaker's exotic Australian Walnut wood veneer. Finally, each pair is grain matched using wood veneer panels from the same timber, offering a speaker pair that is indistinguishable from the other. A total of 70 handcrafted pairs of the Klipschorn will be produced for the limited edition 70th Anniversary run. The speakers will retail for $16,000 per pair and will be available at authorized retailers and at Klipsch.com in May 2016. Meanwhile, the Heresy speaker was originally released in 1957, and was designed to serve as a compact center channel speaker to be used with the Klipschorn in three speaker stereo setups. For its current third generation model, the Heresy was upgraded with a more powerful woofer, bi-wire network, and midrange and tweeter compression drivers with a titanium diaphragm. A new nameplate honoring the speaker's history, a small plaque listing the unit's sequence number, the craftsman's signature, and a retro style silver luster grille cloth are featured as well, along with a new matte black slant riser base to complement the speaker's exotic Australian Walnut wood veneer enclosure. Like the Klipschorn, a total of 70 handcrafted pairs of the Heresy have been produced and grain matched using wood veneer panels from the same timber, offering speaker pairs that are indistinguishable from the other. The speakers are now available for $3,200 per pair. Source: KlipschPosted Tue Apr 5, 2016 at 03:45 PM PDT by: -
'Deadpool' Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Date Announced[teaser]Ryan Reynolds puts on the anti-hero's tights and heads to Ultra HD Blu-ray next month. [/teaser]As previously reported, 20th Century Fox said 'Deadpool' will be pummeling Ultra HD Blu-ray in the spring, and now the date has been set for May 10. Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) is a former Special Forces operative who now works as a mercenary. His world comes crashing down when evil scientist Ajax (Ed Skrein) tortures, disfigures, and transforms him into Deadpool. The rogue experiment leaves Deadpool with accelerated healing powers and a twisted sense of humor. With help from mutant allies Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead (Brianna Hildebrand), Deadpool uses his new skills to hunt down the man who nearly destroyed his life. Exact specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Deadpool' linked from our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 10. Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 5, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by:
