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Samsung Galaxy NotePro 12.2 UK Release Date Set[teaser]Samsung's latest tablet is now available for pre-order in the UK. [/teaser] Samsung has announced a February 4 release for its Galaxy NotePro 12.2 in the UK. Pre-orders are now live on their website. The Galaxy NotePro 12.2 features a 12.2-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1600 x 2560. The tablet is powered by a Snapdragon 800 processor, 3GB of RAM, and a 9500mAh battery running Android 4.4. An 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera are included as well. In addition, the device comes packaged with an S Pen stylus and uses the company's new Magazine UX interface and Samsung's Multi Window technology allowing customers to use four different screen views at the same time. A US release date and pricing have not been announced yet, but the device is expected to make its way to the States soon. UK customers can pre-order the tablet now from Samsung for £649.00 (about $1071). Source: Samsung via Digital TrendsPosted Thu Jan 30, 2014 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'In Fear' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed indie horror from writer/director Jeremy Lovering will scare Blu-ray fans everywhere in March. Order your copy here! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay will be releasing 'In Fear' on Blu-ray on March 11. It has been hailed as "tense" (Hollywood Reporter), "chilling" (Cinetalk), and "unnerving" (Exclaim) "terrifying" (GQ). Now experience the ride that has been "scaring the living sh*t out of people" (IndieWire) worldwide: Young couple Tom (Iain De Caestecker of "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.") and Lucy (Alice Englert of 'Beautiful Creatures') on one of their first dates are driving to a festival in the remote Irish countryside. But when they leave the main road to look for their hotel, they will quickly become hopelessly lost. Now the night is coming. The fear is growing. And they are not alone. Allen Leech ("Downton Abbey") co-stars in this shattering debut feature by writer/director Jeremy Lovering that HorrorCultFilms.co calls "real, ferocious and terrifying".one of the best horror flicks of the year!" and Electric Shadows warns - "See it. Just don't see it alone". There's no word on tech specs yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'In Fear' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 11.Posted Thu Jan 30, 2014 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Boston Acoustics Soundbar and Denon Receiver[teaser]In preparation for the Super Bowl, Amazon is offering discounts on select home theater items, including a Denon receiver and a Boston Acoustics soundbar! [/teaser] As part of its Super Bowl promotions, Amazon is running sales on several home theater and audio products, and for a limited time the company is taking $150 off of the Denon AVR-E400 7.1 Channel AV Receiver, taking its price down to $499 from $649. In addition, the site is also offering a $100 discount on the Boston Acoustics TVEE Model 26 Theater System, bringing its price down to $249 from $349 The Denon AVR-E400 7.1 AV Receiver features 185-watts per channel, Audyssey calibration technology, six HDMI inputs with 4K upscaling, and 3D pass through. Meanwhile, the 150-watt Boston Acoustics TVEE Model 26 Theater System includes a soundbar and wireless subwoofer, and features Digitally Optimized Virtual Surround with Dolby Digital 5.1 support, and a simple plug and play interface. As always, these deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more deals and special promotions!Posted Thu Jan 30, 2014 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Lost in Thailand' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]The Chinese road trip flick will find its way on Blu-ray in February, and you can pre-order it now. [/teaser] As previously reported, Well Go USA is preparing 'Lost in Thailand' for Blu-ray on February 25. This groundbreaking Chinese road comedy tells the story of how lead Xu Lang goes to Thailand seeking "everything", and ends up finding renewal through his encounter with the kind but bumbling Wang Bao. The addition of his business rival Gao Bo to the trip prompts a series of absurd struggles that makes it hard for us to know who to cheer for. This is a ridiculous story of completely unreasonable behavior that uses Thailand's natural beauty as a stark contrast to remind us that in our usually insane, absurd lives, we have to remember to stay optimistic, because that's how we find our way back to happiness. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a Mandarin DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Making of Featurette; and Original Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Lost in Thailand' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 25.Posted Thu Jan 30, 2014 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Little Busters: Collection 2' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The next batch of episodes from the anime series are coming to Blu-ray in April, and you can pre-order them now. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Section 23 is preparing 'Little Busters: Collection 2' for Blu-ray on April 22. As if receiving enigmatic messages delivered by the cats wasn't odd enough, Riki Naoe's world continues to grow even stranger. Following the shocking twin revelations of Midori's missing shadow and the fact that he's the only one who seems to remember Mio, he's determined to learn the nature of the connection between them. Meanwhile, some of the secret's Haruka is keeping about her family are revealed with potentially devastating consequences, and Riki finds himself pressed into a completely unexpected situation when a sleepover held by Rin and the other female members of the team goes out of control. However, as overwhelming as all that seems, it's merely the preamble to the drama that's unleashed when Kudrayaka learns that her cosmonaut mother is going to be sent into space! And in between it all, the Little Buster's first ballgame is approaching, even though they still haven't found a ninth player. Covert missions are run, long simmering personal rivalries come to a boil and events that are literally out of this world will take an entire country by storm in the spectacular second collection of 'Little Busters!' The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a DTS-HD MA 2.0 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Clean Opening Animation; Clean Closing Animation; and Japanese Promos. Suggested list price for the 2-disc set is $69.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Little Busters: Collection 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 22.Posted Thu Jan 30, 2014 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Double Indemnity: 70th Anniversary Limited Edition' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The classic Billy Wilder film will be getting the Blu-ray treatment in April! You can pre-order this title here! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal Studios says 'Double Indemnity' will have a Blu-ray release on April 15. Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck star in the gripping film noir classic Double Indemnity, directed by Academy Award winner Billy Wilder. A calculating wife (Stanwyck) encourages her wealthy husband to sign a double indemnity policy proposed by smitten insurance agent Walter Neff (MacMurray). As the would-be lovers plot the unsuspecting husband's murder, they are pursued by a suspicious claims manager (Edward G. Robinson). It's a race against time to get away with the perfect crime in this suspenseful masterpiece that was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The Blu-ray/DVD/Ultraviolet Combo Pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 soundtrack, and supplements include: Introduction by Robert Osborne; Commentary with Film Historian Richard Schickel; Commentary with Film Historian/Screenwriter Lem Dobbs and Film Historian Nick Redman; Shadows of Suspense Documentary; Double Indemnity (1973) TV Movie; and Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Double Indemnity: 70th Anniversary Limited Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 15.Posted Wed Jan 29, 2014 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Apple TV Rumors Heat Up[teaser]More rumors related to the new Apple TV set-top box are trickling in, implying possible gaming, wireless router, and cable TV features. [/teaser] As previously reported, rumors indicate that Apple is getting ready to release a new version of its Apple TV set-top box later this year, and now, according to a report from 9to5Mac, possible details about the device's updated features are starting to leak. The next generation Apple TV is rumored to include new gaming capabilities and will likely be able to use iPads, iPhones and iPods as controllers. In addition, reports indicate that the set-top box could also offer some type of TV tuner integration, allowing users to connect their cable box to the device in order to watch TV through the Apple interface. Finally, the new Apple TV might also include a built-in 802.11ac wireless router. While the company is said to be testing all of these features, for now it's unclear whether or not they will make the finished product. Likewise, an official release date and pricing for the new Apple TV have not been revealed, but if these rumors pan out, Apple's updated set-top box will hit stores within the next six months. The current Apple TV is available now for a suggested retail price of $99. Source: 9to5Mac via The VergePosted Wed Jan 29, 2014 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Special ID' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Action-superstar Donnie Yen's latest flick is bound for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA says 'Special ID' will have a Blu-ray release on May 13. Donnie Yen takes on the role of Zilong Chen, an undercover police officer deep within the ranks of one of China's most ruthless underworld gangs. The leader of the gang, Xiong (Chou, Jet Li's Fearless, The Forbidden Kingdom), has made it his priority to weed out the government infiltrators in his midst. Struggling to keep his family together and his identity concealed, Chen is torn between two worlds. Upping the stakes, as Chen's undercover comrades are being dealt with, one by one, Chen fears his days are numbered. Now, he must risk everything to take down the organization and reclaim the life he lost when he took on this perilous assignment. As the action mounts, Chen must do everything he can to protect the Special Identity he wishes he never had before it's too late. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Special ID' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 13.Posted Wed Jan 29, 2014 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Poll: Have You Bought Twilight Time Blu-rays?Among Blu-ray collectors, the name Twilight Time inspires either admiration or resentment. The company has a controversial sales model that angers some potential buyers, even as others are happy to see certain movie titles released on Blu-ray at all. Have you bought any Twilight Time discs? Tell us in this week's poll.Posted Wed Jan 29, 2014 at 09:30 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Denon 5.1 Home Theater System[teaser]In preparation for the Super Bowl, Amazon is offering $150 off of a home theater package with a Denon receiver and Boston Acoustics speakers! [/teaser] As part of its Super Bowl promotions, Amazon is running sales on several home theater and audio products, and for a limited time the company is taking $150 off of the Denon DHT-1513BA 650 Watt 5.1 Home Theater System with Boston Acoustics Premium Speakers, taking its price down to $499 from $649. The DHT-1513BA Home Theater System includes a Denon AVR-1513 AV Surround Receiver and a Boston Acoustics MCS 160 5.1 Surround Speaker System. The AVR-1513 features 75W x 5 ch, 3D pass through, support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD audio decoding, and four HDMI ports. Meanwhile, the MCS 160 5.1 Speaker System features four satellite speakers and a center channel with 3-inch mid-bass drivers and 1/2-inch soft-dome tweeters. In addition, the system comes with an 8-inch, 100-watt subwoofer for dedicated low frequencies. As always, this deal will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more deals and special promotions!Posted Wed Jan 29, 2014 at 09:00 AM PST by:
