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Microsoft Details Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 Tablets[teaser]The company has revealed two new 1080p tablets that offer many of the same features as a laptop. [/teaser] Microsoft has announced two new additions to its tablet lineup, the Surface 2 and the Surface Pro 2. Both devices feature 10.6-inch full HD 1080p ClearType displays, full-size USB 3.0 ports, and updated kickstands. The Surface 2 is powered by an NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor and features a front-facing 3.5MP camera and a rear-facing 5MP camera. The tablet is rated for up to 10 hours of battery life and runs Windows RT 8.1 with Office Home & Student 2013 RT and Outlook RT pre-loaded. 32GB and 64GB models will be available, starting at $449. Aimed at offering a more versatile alternative to traditional laptops, the Surface Pro 2 features support for virtually all Windows software and combines power with portability. The device uses an Intel Core i5 processor, can output up to 3,840 x 2,160 resolution to an external display, and comes with a Pro Pen for making digital notes and sketches. 64GB and 128GB models with 4GB of RAM, and 256GB and 512GB models with 8GB of RAM will all be available, starting at $899. Both the Surface 2 and the Surface Pro 2 will launch on October 22 in Microsoft retail stores and select third party retailers, and pre-orders will begin on September 24. As an added bonus, purchasers of each device will also receive free Skype landline calling for one year, unlimited Skype WiFi for one year, and 200GB of free SkyDrive storage for two years. Source: MicrosoftPosted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Night of the Comet' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]Bonus features have been detailed for the 1984 cult classic crash landing on Blu-ray in November.[/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory will be bringing 'Night of the Comet' on Blu-ray on November 19. It's the first comet to buzz the planet in 65 million years, and everyone seems to be celebrating its imminent arrival! Everyone, that is, except for Regina Belmont (Catherine Mary Stewart), and her younger sister Samantha (Kelli Maroney), two valley gals who care more about meteoric fashion trends than celestial phenomena. But upon daybreak, when the girls discover that they're the only residents of Los Angeles whom the comet hasn't disintegrated or turned into a zombie, they... well, they go shopping! But when their day of malling threatens to become a day of the mauling, these two val gals flee with both killer zombies and blood-seeking scientists in hot pursuit! Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentaries with Writer/Director Thom Eberhardt; Stars Kelli Maroney and Catherine Mary Stewart; and Production Designer John Muto, Valley Girls At The End Of The World – Interviews with Stars Kelli Maroney and Catherine Mary Stewart, The Last Man On Earth? – Interview with Actor Robert Beltran, Curse of the Comet – Interview with Special Make-Up Effects Creator David B. Miller, Still Galleries (Behind the Scenes and Official Stills), and Original Theatrical Trailer. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Night of the Comet' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 19.Posted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
LG Introduces Vu 3 Smartphone[teaser]A new 5.2-inch HD smartphone has been announced. [/teaser] As detailed in a Korean press release, LG has officially revealed the successor to its previously available 5-inch Optimus Vu 2 smartphone. The new Vu 3 features updated specs and a slightly larger 5.2-inch 1,280x960 IPS display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Android phone uses a Snapdragon 800 2.26 GHz quad-core processor with 2GB of ram, and runs Jelly Bean 4.2.2. A 2.1MP front camera and a 13MP rear camera are also included, along with a stylus and support for LTE-A radio. Updated Notebook software with new drawing tools, Knock On implementation that allows users to wake the phone by tapping on it, guest mode, and Pop & Plug earphones are featured as well. In addition, an optional transparent QuickView case is also available. The mobile device is expected to launch in Korea on September 27. A U.S. release date and pricing have not been detailed yet. Source: Fonearena via EngadgetPosted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'A Hijacking' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed thriller from filmmaker Tobias Lindholm sets sail to Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia will be releasing 'A Hijacking' on Blu-ray on October 15. The cargo ship MV Rozen is heading for harbour when it is hijacked by Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean. Amongst the men on board are the ship's cook Mikkel (Pilou Asbæk) and the engineer Jan (Roland Møller), who along with the rest of the seamen are taken hostage in a cynical game of life and death. With the demand for a ransom of millions of dollars a psychological drama unfolds between the CEO of the shipping company (Søren Malling) and the Somali pirates. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements will include: Making of A Hijacking, Extended Scenes, AXS TV: A Look at A Hijacking, and a Trailer. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'A Hijacking' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 15.Posted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Highlights: Week of Sept. 22nd, 2013Audiences apparently haven't burned out on superheroes yet. This week, the latest 'Iron Man' blockbuster comes to video. Will you buy it, or does something else catch your attention? Read our latest roundup of new Blu-ray releases in the blog today.Posted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Grandmaster' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]Wong Kar Wai's epic historical action film heads to Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay has set 'The Grandmaster' on Blu-ray for November 26. Inspired by the life and times of the legendary Kung FU master, Ip Man (who mentored Bruce Lee), the story spans the tumultuous Republican era that followed the fall of China's last dynasty, a time of chaos, division and war that was also the golden age of Chinese martial arts. Filmed in a range of stunning locations that include the snow-swept landscapes of Northeast China and the subtropical South, The Grandmaster features virtuoso performances by some of the greatest stars of contemporary Asian cinema. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements will include: The Grandmaster: From Ip Man to Bruce Lee, A Conversation with Shannon Lee, Daughter of Bruce Lee, Behind the Scenes Featurette, and The Grandmaster According to RZA. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The Grandmaster' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 26.Posted Mon Sep 23, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition' Blu-ray $24.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon's Blu-ray deal this week is for those with the ultimate sweet tooth![/teaser] Amazon is selling 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition' for $24.99 (62% off the suggested retail price). Gene Wilder stars as Willy Wonka, maker of Everlasting Gobstoppers, Fizzy Lifting Drinks, Three Course Dinner Gum, and other sweet treats in this music-filled fantasy based on Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Join five contest-winning children on a tour of Wonka's magical candy factory, staffed by the mysterious and diminutive Oompa Loompas. With Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum. Includes the songs "The Candy Man," "Oompa-Loompa-Doompa-De-Do," and more. The 3-disc set will feature 1080p, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and all of the supplements from the the previous editions including an audio commentary, featurettes, a Sing-Along feature, and a trailer, plus a few new additional items including Mel Stuart's Wonkavision and A World of Pure Imagination. The discs come packaged in an individually numbered box with a Wonka bar, a pencil case with scented pencils and a scented eraser, the book "Pure Imagination: The Making of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," a Golden Ticket replica, and archival letters. Click here to get your golden ticket and order this fantastic set today! This offer is available from now through September 29.Posted Sun Sep 22, 2013 at 06:39 AM PDT by: -
Weekend Roundtable: Worst Movie EndingsIn the Roundtable this week, we take a look at some of the worst movie endings we've suffered through. Which movies do you think are ruined by their terrible endings? Share your picks with us in the blog.Posted Fri Sep 20, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
HP Reveals New Lineup of Tablets[teaser]The company has detailed four new high-def tablets. [/teaser] Just in time for the holiday shopping season, HP has unveiled a quartet of Android powered tablets. The upcoming lineup includes the Slate 7 HD, the Slate 10 HD, the Slate 8 Pro, and the Slate 7 Extreme. The Slate 7 HD features a 7-inch 1,280 x 800 IPS display along with a dual core processor. The tablet is rated for nine hours of battery life and includes Beats Audio and optional 4G support through T-Mobile. The similar Slate 10 HD has the same specs but comes with a larger 10-inch screen. Marking HP's first foray into the 8-inch tablet market, the Slate 8 Pro features a 1,600 x 1,200 screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. The tablet is powered by a Tegra 4 processor and includes an 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera. A microSD slot, a micro-HDMI output, and a micro-USB port are all included as well. Finally, the Slate 7 Extreme offers a step-up in power from HP's other 7-inch options. The device uses a Tegra 4 quad-core processor and features a 1,280 x 800 display. Unlike the company's other recently announced models, the tablet also comes with a stylus. Exact pricing for the lineup has not been detailed yet, but the tablets are all expected to ship in November. Source: EngadgetPosted Fri Sep 20, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Big: 25th Anniversary Edition' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]Penny Marshall's classic 1988 comedy will be getting a 25th anniversary release in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is working on 'Big: 25th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on December 10. Two-time Oscar Winner Tom Hanks received his first Best Actor Nomination for his disarming turn as a 12-year-old man-child in Penny Marshall's timeless, hilarious delight. Tired of being a kid, Josh Baskin wishes he was big. When he wakes up the next day, he's an adult! Now, Josh must hold down a job – and please a new boss (Robert Loggia). Tougher still, he must convince his best friend that he's still himself, and explain to a beautiful woman (Elizabeth Perkins) who falls for him, that he's not. Soon, Josh just wants to be a kid again, but can he? The Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack will feature the theatrical and extended cuts of the film in 1080p video with a lossless soundtrack and supplements will include: Big Brainstorming Audio Documentary by Writers/Co-Producers Gary Ross and Anne Spielberg; Deleted Scenes, Including 5 with Intros by Director Penny Marshall; Big Beginnings; Chemistry of a Classic; The Work of Play; Hollywood Backstories: Big; Carnival Party Newswrap; plus collectible sound chip (Heart & Soul) O-ring packaging and one of three exclusive "Zoltar" fortune teller cards. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Big: 25th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 10.Posted Fri Sep 20, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
