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'The Americans: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The first season of the suspense series will infiltrate Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'The Americans: The Complete First Season' for Blu-ray on February 11th. Secrets can be deadly in this suspenseful thriller about undercover Russian spies in 1980s Washington. Philip (Matthew Rhys) and Elizabeth Jennings (Keri Russell) seem to be a typical suburban couple, but they're actually lethal KGB agents plotting to bring down America. As the Cold War escalates, Philip and Elizabeth must take extreme measures to continue their mission and keep their true identities hidden. But when an FBI agent moves in across the street, they become ensnared in a pulse-pounding game of cat and mouse. The Blu-ray set will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: "The Colonel" Commentary featuring Joseph Weisberg, Joel Fields and Noah Emmerich; Executive Order 2579: Exposing the Americans; Perfecting the Art of Espionage; Ingenuity Over Technology; Gag Reel; Deleted Scenes; and Trailers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $59.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Americans: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 11.Posted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Marvel and Netflix Team Up to Develop Live-Action Shows[teaser]New shows based on several Marvel Comics characters are coming exclusively to the popular streaming service. [/teaser] In a partnership of truly super-heroic proportions, Disney and Netflix have announced a development deal that will see the launch of four new shows and a miniseries all based on Marvel Comics properties. The shows will center around the gritty superhero community of Hell's Kitchen, and culminate in a crossover miniseries event. The flagship series will focus on Daredevil, a blind lawyer turned fearless vigilante who was also the subject of a 2003 film starring Ben Affleck. Separate shows about related characters like Jessica Jones, Iron Fist, and Luke Cage will also follow. The goal is for the serialized programs to work in tandem toward a Defenders miniseries which will see the heroes join forces. "This deal is unparalleled in its scope and size, and reinforces our commitment to deliver Marvel's brand, content and characters across all platforms of storytelling. Netflix offers an incredible platform for the kind of rich storytelling that is Marvel’s specialty," said Alan Fine, President of Marvel Entertainment. "This serialized epic expands the narrative possibilities of on-demand television and gives fans the flexibility to immerse themselves how and when they want in what's sure to be a thrilling and engaging adventure." Netflix is committing to a minimum of four, thirteen episode shows and a miniseries that will all air over multiple years, starting in 2015. The shows will be produced by Marvel Television in association with ABC Television Studios, and will join Netflix's growing lineup of original programming which includes the critically acclaimed 'House of Cards' and 'Orange is the New Black.' In addition to these new programs in development, Marvel recently launched its first foray into TV with its 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' series currently airing on ABC. Source: MarvelPosted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Buffalo '66' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]Vincent Gallo's 1998 indie directorial debut hits Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'Buffalo '66' for Blu-ray on January 14. C.I.A. Agent Billy Brown (Vincent Gallo) brings his wife home to meet his absurdly dysfunctional family. Only Billy's not really in the C.I.A., and his "wife," Layla (Christina Ricci), is actually a young tap dancer he just kidnapped to impress his ridiculous and unloving parents (Anjelica Huston, Ben Gazzara). In reality, Billy's whole life is an empty lie. He's fresh out of prison and now on a deadly mission to hunt down and kill the Buffalo Bills kicker whose botched field goal he believes ruined his life. However, Billy's new hostage may ruin everything. Their crazy attachment blossoms into a desperate and oddly beautiful romance that may or may not be a sweet enough substitute for revenge. Vincent Gallo composed and performed the original music and also wrote, directed and stars in the film that The New York Times calls, "...a deadpan original." Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Buffalo '66' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 14.Posted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Dell Venue 11 Pro Now On Sale[teaser]The 10.8-inch 1080p Windows tablet is now available for purchase in the US. [/teaser] Dell is now taking orders for its new Venue 11 Pro. The tablet features a 10.8-inch 1,920 x 1,080 IPS display and runs Windows 8.1. The tablet is available with an Atom quad-core Bay Trail processor or more expensive 4th Generation Intel Core i3 and i5 processor options, with up to 4GB of RAM and Intel Gen7 or GT2 graphics. An 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera are included as well, along with WiFi support. A keyboard docking option is also available, giving the device the added benefits of an Ultrabook. The Dell Venue 11 Pro is available for purchase on the Dell website now starting at $499. Orders for the Atom model are expected to ship by December 5, and the Core i3 and i5 models are scheduled for December 12. Source: DellPosted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'I'm So Excited!' Soaring Toward Blu-ray[teaser]Director Pedro Almodovar's latest comedy will attempt to land on Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'I'm So Excited!' for Blu-ray on January 7. A technical failure has endangered the lives of the people on board Peninsula Flight 2549. The pilots are striving, along with their colleagues in the Control Center, to find a solution. The flight attendants and the chief steward are atypical, baroque characters who, in the face of danger, try to forget their own personal problems and devote themselves body and soul to the task of making the flight as enjoyable as possible for the passengers, while they wait for a solution. Life in the clouds is as complicated as it is at ground level, and for the same reasons, which could be summarized in two: sex and death. The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will feature 1080p video and a Spanish DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Presenting 'I'm So Excited!' and 'Making I'm So Excited!' Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $40.99. You can find the latest specs for 'I'm So Excited!' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 7.Posted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'The Spectacular Now' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The acclaimed coming-of-age film is heading toward Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'The Spectacular Now' for Blu-ray on January 14. Based on the beloved book by Tim Tharp, 'The Spectacular Now' is the story of Sutter Keely (Miles Teller), a high school senior and self-proclaimed "life of the party," who unexpectedly falls in love with "nice girl" Aimee Fineky (Shailene Woodley). While Aimee dreams of the future, Sutter lives in the now, and yet somehow, they're drawn together. What starts as an unlikely romance becomes a sharp- eyed, straight-up snapshot of the heady confusion and haunting passion of youth. Costarring Brie Larson, Kyle Chandler and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Spectacular Now' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 14.Posted Thu Nov 7, 2013 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'All the Boys Love Mandy Lane' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Jonathan Levine's 2006 thriller is planned for Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is bringing 'All the Boys Love Mandy Lane' for Blu-ray on December 3. When 16-year-old temptress Mandy (Amber Heard) is invited to a weekend party at a secluded ranch, all the boys begin competing for Mandy's affections. As night falls and drugs and alcohol take over, Mandy suddenly finds herself fighting for survival against one of the boys she has rejected. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include Feature Commentary with Director Jonathan Levine. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'All the Boys Love Mandy Lane' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 3.Posted Wed Nov 6, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Samsung Developing Foldable Displays[teaser]The company has revealed plans to release bendable and foldable screens by 2015. [/teaser] In an announcement made at Samsung's Analyst Day being held in Korea, Samsung unveiled its new display strategy, which includes the release of bendable and foldable screens. The technology will likely be used for a variety of applications, including smartphones, tablets, and wearable Galaxy Gear. Though truly bendable and foldable displays are not currently on the market, early forms of the technology are starting to make their way to consumers in the form of curved TVs and smartphones. Samsung's recently announced Galaxy Round smartphone features a horizontally curved screen, and LG has a similar product, the G Flex, which uses a vertically curved screen. However, unlike these new proposed screens from Samsung, both models are essentially rigid with little flexibility. Though no actual products have been announced yet, Samsung plans to bring bendable displays to the market in 2014 and hopes to release flexable screens by late 2015. Sources: Gizmodo, Sammy HubPosted Wed Nov 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Insidious: Chapter 2' Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]The supernatural suspense horror sequel directed by James Wan ('Saw') arrives on Blu-ray on Christmas Eve. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is working on 'Insidious: Chapter 2' for Blu-ray on December 24. Picking up from where the last film left off, the Lamberts (Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne) have moved into a new home with their son Dalton (Ty Simpkins) and initially things are going well, but as the time passes it is revealed to them that whatever force was haunting them before still isn't finished with them. They are then tasked with uncovering what it is that ties them to the spirit world while desperately trying to hold on to their sanity. The Blu-ray/DVD/Ultraviolet Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include "Peripheral Vision: Behind the Scenes" -- Go on the set and see how the second installment was created and "Ghostly Transformation" -- Discover how actors were transformed into ghosts in The Further through make-up effects. Blu-ray exclusives include: "Haunted Hospital: On Location" -- Cast and crew discuss what it's like to film at a haunted location; "Leigh Whannell's Insidious Journal" -- A look at making the film through the perspective of writer/actor Leigh Whannell; "Work in Progress: On Set Q&A" -- Barbara Hershey, Patrick Wilson, Jason Blum, James Wan, and Leigh Whannell discuss their experiences filming; and "Insidious: Spectral Sightings" 3-Part Webisodes -- Specs & Tucker find an unexpected ally in their early days as paranormal investigators. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $40.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Insidious: Chapter 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 24.Posted Wed Nov 6, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Archos Details 101 XS 2 Tablet[teaser]The 10.1 inch HD tablet will be available in December for a competitive price. [/teaser] Archos has announced the successor to its previously released 101 XS tablet. The new 101 XS 2 will feature a 10.1 inch 1200 X 800 IPS screen, improved specs, and an included keyboard. The tablet is powered by a Quad-core A9 1.6GHz processor, a Quad-core GPU Mali 400 MP4, and 2GB of RAM running Android 4.2. A 2MP front and 2MP rear camera are both included as well along with front facing stereo speakers. The device comes with 16GB of storage space and offers a microSD slot for up to 64GB of expandable memory. OfficeSuite Pro 6 is preinstalled as well, and the tablet supports Dual band WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS. Each tablet also includes a magnetic coverboard that works as a protective shield, a docking station, and a keyboard. The Archos 101 XS 2 is expected to ship in December for a suggested retail price of $279. Sources: Archos, EngadgetPosted Wed Nov 6, 2013 at 09:00 AM PST by:
