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LG Begins Production of Flexible Smartphone Displays[teaser]A bendable OLED panel for mobile devices is now being mass produced. [/teaser] LG announced today that it will commence mass production of the world's first flexible screen for smartphones. The impressive new display is also said to be unbreakable. In addition, the flexible OLED panel is only 0.44mm thin and weighs about 7.2g, making it the thinnest and lightest mobile screen option. The display uses plastic substrates and film-type encapsulation technology to achieve its bendable abilities, and is vertically concave with a radius of 700mm. "LG Display is launching a new era of flexible displays for smartphones with its industry-leading technology," said Dr. Sang Deog Yeo, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of LG Display. "The flexible display market is expected to grow quickly as this technology is expected to expand further into diverse applications including automotive displays, tablets and wearable devices. Our goal is to take an early lead in the flexible display market by introducing new products with enhanced performance and differentiated designs next year." The announcement comes amid rumors that LG will soon introduce its first curved-screen smartphone, the G Flex, which is expected to be detailed in November. Likewise, Samsung is also rumored to be preparing its own curved smartphone option, the Galaxy Round, which could be revealed as early as this week. Though both models will likely use flexible display technology, the screens will be placed in contoured yet still rigid bodies, allowing the panels to be curved but remain stationary. Sources: LG Display, CNETPosted Mon Oct 7, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Syrup' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Aram Rappaport's comedy will stick to Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia will be releasing 'Syrup' on Blu-ray on November 5. Based on the best-selling book, 'Syrup' is an edgy comedy that exposes the cut-throat world of advertising through the eyes of a young prodigy chasing fame, fortune, and the woman of his dreams. Fresh out of school with a degree in marketing, Scat will do anything to prove that he has what it takes to swim with the rich and wildly successful. Scat comes up with a brilliant new product that gives new meaning to the old saying "sex sells." He is sure it will send him right to the top…if only he can convince his boss, the beautiful and mysterious "6," that it's an idea worth millions. Betrayed by his best friend "Sneaky Pete," Scat stumbles through an industry riddled with deception. As he begins to realize that fame and fortune have cost him his morality, he must rediscover his true self behind the elaborate image he has created or risk losing the love of his life. In a world where the average person sees over eight hundred ads in a single day, 'Syrup' takes a biting look at the insidious—and often ridiculous—side of advertising. Crackling with romance and humor, this razor-sharp satire leaves you guessing and laughing until the end. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: AXS TV: A Look at Syrup; Deleted Scene; and Original Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Syrup' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 5.Posted Mon Oct 7, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Highlights: Week of October 6th, 2013It's a battle of the bombs on Blu-ray this week, as two of the most critically and audience reviled films of the year come to home video. If we take a closer look, however, we might also find a few titles actually worth buying. Join us in the blog for our weekly Blu-ray roundup.Posted Mon Oct 7, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Hugh Laurie: Live on the Queen Mary' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Hugh Laurie's 2013 concert aboard the Queen Mary is planned for Blu-ray in two weeks. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is prepping 'Hugh Laurie: Live on the Queen Mary' for a high-definition release on October 22. On March 26th of this year a dream came true for Hugh Laurie when he took to the stage in the magnificent Art Deco surroundings of the famous liner Queen Mary, now moored permanently at Long Beach, California. The show combines tracks from both of his hugely successful blues albums, 'Let Them Talk' from 2011 (UK #2) and the recently released Didn't It Rain (UK #3), along with other musical gems. Hugh Laurie leads on vocals, piano and guitar and is supported by the Copper Bottom Blues Band, a fantastic group of musicians and singers. His engaging personality and skillful playing make for a perfect evening of sublime blues in a wonderfully intimate setting. Track Listing: 1) Hamp's Hump 2) Junco Partner 3) Evenin' 4) Kiss of Fire 5) Staggerlee 6) Day And Night 7) The Weed Smoker's Dream 8) Didn't It Rain 9) Winin Boy Blues 10) Louisiana Blues 11) Send Me To The 'Lectric Chair 12) Wild Honey 13) Careless Love 14) Swanee River 15) I Hate A Man Like You 16) Tipitina 17) Go to the Mardi Gras 18) Changes Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Hugh Laurie: Live on the Queen Mary' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 22.Posted Mon Oct 7, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Weekend Roundtable: Confined-Location MoviesWith this week's theatrical release of 'Gravity' in mind, today's Roundtable takes a look at some of our other favorite movies that take place primarily in a single location with a small cast of characters. You might be amazed at how many of these there are when you think about it. Join us in the blog to share some of your picks.Posted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Samsung Reveals Wireless Multiroom Speaker System[teaser]The new Shape speaker system allows users to listen to music in any room from several sources. [/teaser] Samsung is introducing a new wireless speaker system aimed at giving households a simple and flexible way to experience their music. Dubbed the Samsung Shape M7, the wireless speaker can be connected to a router to enable control from a smartphone and stream content from a PC, laptop, or mobile device. The M7 supports dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC, and works with a variety of apps including Amazon Cloud Player, Pandora, Rhapsody, and TuneIn Radio. The device also features a Foam Core Woofer, CNT pulp cone mid-range speakers, and silk dome tweeters for deep and crisp audio. An optional Samsung Hub is also available for users who want to use multiple M7 speakers throughout their homes without the need to connect them to a router. "In today's homes, consumers are engaging with a multitude of devices for entertainment, including Smart TVs and smartphones," said Jim Kiczek, Director of Digital Audio and Video at Samsung Electronics America. "The Samsung Shape M7 was designed to fit and work perfectly in the Samsung family of home entertainment products, offering simplicity, versatility and incredible sound, all accessed with a touch of a smartphone." The Samsung Shape M7 will be available on October 13 for a suggested retail price of $400. The optional Samsung Hub will also be available on the same day for an additional $50. Source: SamsungPosted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Fast & Furious 6' Speeds to Blu-ray[teaser]Buckle up! The sixth chapter in the adrenaline-fueled franchise will burn rubber on Blu-ray in limited edition Steelbook packaging this December! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal has slated 'Fast & Furious 6' for a Blu-ray release on December 10. The latest blistering addition to one of Hollywood’s greatest action-movie franchises, 'Fast & Furious 6,' roars into the holiday season as the unbeatable choice for “Highest-Octane action yet!” (Meriah Doty, Yahoo!) A transcontinental caper that reunites fan-favorite stars from the blockbuster franchise’s earlier films, Fast & Furious 6 earned almost $800 million at the box office worldwide. Fast veterans Vin Diesel ('Riddick,' 'xXx'), Paul Walker ('Takers,' 'Flags of Our Fathers') and Dwayne Johnson ('Pain and Gain,' 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation') lead an all-star cast that includes Jordana Brewster ('The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning,' “Dallas”), Tyrese Gibson ('Transformers,' 'Death Race'), Chris “Ludacris” Bridges ('Crash,' 'RocknRolla'), Sung Kang ('Ninja Assassin,' 'Live Free or Die Hard'), John Ortiz ('Silver Linings Playbook,' 'American Gangster'), Gal Gadot ('Night and Day,' 'Date Night'), Elsa Pataky ('All Things to All Men,' 'The Wine of Summer') and, for the first time since 2009’s 'Fast and Furious,' Michelle Rodriguez ('Resident Evil,' 'Turbo'), plus series newcomers Luke Evans ('Immortals,' 'The Three Musketeers') and MMA-champion Gina Carano ('Haywire,' 'Blood and Bone'). Director Justin Lin and screenwriter Chris Morgan team up for their fourth 'Fast & Furious' collaboration, hailed “Fun, entertaining and sexy” by Jake Hamilton of FOX-TV, and packed with “bigger fights, badder villains, bolder chases,” according to Elizabeth Weitsman of The NY Daily News. Call **Fast 6 (**3278) from your mobile phone to get a special message from Vin Diesel plus an exclusive behind-the-scenes clip.* The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted Scenes; The Making of Fast & Furious 6; On the Set with Vin; and Feature Commentary with Justin Lin. Exclusive to the Blu-ray will be the Extended Edition of the film, as well as supplements including: Planes, Tanks and Automobiles; Take Control; Gearhead's Delight; The FLIP Car; and Hand-to-Hand Fury -- all housed inside limited edition Steelbook packaging. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Fast & Furious 6' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 10.Posted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Archos Introduces Platinum Tablet Series[teaser]Two new HD Android tablets have been announced. [/teaser] In an effort to compete with the industry's leading tablet manufacturers, Archos has detailed its new line of powerful quad core tablets. The series includes the 9.7-inch 97b Platinum HD, and the 10.1-inch 101 Platinum. The 97b Platinum HD features a 2048 x 1536 IPS screen, while the larger 101 Platinum features a 1280 x 800 IPS screen. Both tablets are powered by a Quad-core A9 1.6GHz processor, a Quad-core GPU Mali 400 MP4, and 2GB of RAM running Android 4.2. They also include 8GB of storage and a microSD slot for cards up to 64GB. In addition, the 97b has a 2MP rear and front camera, while the 101 has a 2MP rear camera and a 0.3MP front camera. GPS is included exclusively on the 101 Platinum model as well. "As a pioneer in the portable technology market, our company philosophy has always been to provide innovative solutions to consumers at the best price possible," says Loic Poirier, CEO of ARCHOS. "It is our intention to strengthen this philosophy by directly challenging the current leading tablet brands with a high quality product that has the best specs and aesthetic design available at a lower price. The combination of features and design of the 97b Platinum HD and 101 Platinum tablets will put them in front of the iPad 4 and Galaxy tab3's at a better price." The 97b Platinum HD and the 101 Platinum will both go on sale this month for a suggested retail price of $270 and $300 respectively. Sources: Archos, EngadgetPosted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Transformers Prime: Season Three' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The battle between Autobots and Decepticons will continue on Blu-ray in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing 'Transformers Prime: Season Three' for Blu-ray on December 3. The Autobots and their human comrades have been separated, following the destruction of their headquarters, and Optimus Prime badly injured. Unfortunately, this is just the beginning of their troubles, as the powerful Decepticon Shockwave has come to Earth with his newest weapon a clone of one of Cybertron's most ancient and fearsome beasts Predaking. Now it's up the Autobots and their allies both old and new to reunite and protect the world from evil one last time. The epic conclusion to the acclaimed series 'Transformers Prime: Beast Hunters' is now available in one breathtaking two-disc collection! Specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: Transformers Prime Panel at San Diego Comic-Con International 2013, an audio commentary, and more. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Transformers Prime: Season Three' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 3.Posted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Theatrical Review: 'Gravity''Children of Men' director Alfonso Cuarón's new space thriller 'Gravity' is one of the most anticipated and already one of the most acclaimed films of the year. Our reviewer Aaron says that it lives up to all the hype. Check out his review in the blog today.Posted Fri Oct 4, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by:
