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HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Rocky: The Undisputed Collection' Blu-ray $19.49 at Amazon[teaser]Sylvester Stallone's iconic franchise is on sale today only at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer is selling the Blu-ray edition of 'Rocky: The Undisputed Collection' for only $19.49 (72% off suggested list price). This 6-film set includes 'Rocky' through 'Rocky Balboa.' Click here to invite the Italian Stallion into your home today!Posted Fri Sep 13, 2013 at 06:13 AM PDT by: -
'An Unfinished Life' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Lasse Hallström's 2005 drama is seeking redemption on Blu-ray in September. [/teaser] Lionsgate is preparing 'An Unfinshed Life' for Blu-ray on September 24. From the acclaimed director of 'Casanova,' 'Chocolat' and 'The Cider House Rules' comes Miramax's 'An Unfinished Life,' a powerful story of risk and redemption. Stoic and heartbroken, Einar Gilkyson (Robert Redford) quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley (Morgan Freeman). That is until, suddenly, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate and with a granddaughter he's never known. Even as buried anger and accusations resurface, 'An Unfinished Life' shows how unexpected connections and adventures can ultimately lead to forgiveness. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio commentary with the director, producer and editor of the film; "The Making of An Unfinished Life" featurette; and "Training Bart the Bear" featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.99. You can find the latest specs for 'An Unfinished Life' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 24.Posted Fri Sep 13, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Robot Chicken: Season 6' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The sixth season of Adult Swim's stop-motion comedy series will bring a barrel of laughs to Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing 'Robot Chicken: Season 6' for Blu-ray on October 8. 'Robot Chicken' is back for its Sixth Season of hilariously insane, wackadoodle, totally off the wall stop-motion animation. This season's 20 brand spankin' new episodes will flash images across your retinas and flood your brains with an overabundance of mind-melting pop culture spoofery that will most likely cause your head to explode and leave a stain on the couch that will never come out (sorry Mom)! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless soundtrack, and supplements include: 20 Episode Commentaries with Celebrity Guests; 50+ Deleted Animatics with Video Intros; 7 Fully Animated Deleted Scenes; Multiple Behind the Scenes Featurettes; Downloadable "Blue Rabbits" Song; On-air Promos; and Blu-ray exclusive Alternate Audio Takes From Sketches. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Robot Chicken: Season 6' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 8.Posted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
ASUS Announces New Budget Tablets[teaser]The MeMO Pad 8 and MeMO Pad 10 have been detailed. [/teaser] Two new Android tablets from ASUS made their debut at the IFA trade show last week, and both are aimed at providing more affordable alternatives to other premium devices. The MeMO Pad 8 and MeMO Pad 10 each feature 1.6GHz quad-core processors with 1200 x 800 IPS LED backlit screens. The 8-inch MeMO Pad 8 also includes a rear 5MP camera, a front 1.2MP camera, and support for 720p video recording. The device is rated for 9 hours of battery life and features 8GB of internal storage along with a microSDXC card slot. Meanwhile, the 10-inch MeMO Pad 10 comes with a 2MP rear camera and 8GB or 16GB storage options. The tablet is rated for 9.5 hours of battery life and, like the MeMO Pad 8, also includes a front 1.2MP camera, support for 720p video recording, and a microSDXC card slot. Both budget tablets will be available by the end of the year, but an exact release date and pricing are still forthcoming. Source: ASUSPosted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Gets 'Ambushed' in November![teaser]The hard-hitting thriller reuniting 'Expendables' co-stars Dolph Lundgren and Randy Couture arrives on Blu-ray in November.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is preparing 'Ambushed' for Blu-ray on November 12. 'Ambushed' charts the dark, seductive underbelly of Los Angeles, told from the point of view of two of its seedier denizens, mid-level drug pushers Eddie (Gianni Capaldi) and Frank (Daniel Bonjour). They want a chance to hit the big time. Unfortunately, they decide to achieve their goal by ripping off their middleman in a murderous bid for greatness, setting off a dangerous chain of events involving a ruthless crime boss, a dirty cop and the Federal agent chasing them all. The Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and no supplements have been announced for this release. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Ambushed' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 12.Posted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
100GB Blu-ray Disc Hints at 4K Playback[teaser]Singulus Technologies, a manufacturer of optical disc production lines, has completed tests for 100GB Blu-ray discs, suggesting that a new Ultra HD disc standard might be forthcoming. [/teaser] With the recent influx of Ultra HD TV news and price reductions, many consumers have been wondering when we'll finally hear word about an actual physical disc medium for 4K playback. Well, we may now have our first indications that an announcement could be on the way. Singulus Technologies, a maker of optical disc production lines, has developed a method to produce triple-layer 100GB Blu-ray discs using a new line of production machines called BLULINE III. Currently, all Blu-ray discs used for movies are either single-layer (25GB) or dual-layer (50GB), which has been adequate for HD playback, but UHD content requires greater storage space. According to Singulus, this new 100GB option is ideally suited for 4K video. "Just in time for the market introduction of the new ultra-high definition television technology (4K or Ultra-HD), we completed the development of the production technology for the new triple-layer Blu-ray Discs with 100 GB storage capacity,” said Dr.-Ing. Stefan Rinck, Chief Executive Officer of the Singulus Technologies AG. Though the existence of triple layer Blu-rays is nothing new, the mass manufacturing potential of Singulus' new BLULINE III machines points to a possible consumer application. With that said, there is still no official word from the BDA about an update or revision to the Blu-ray standard that would support 4K video, but with the recently revealed HDMI 2.0 spec and the continued push for Ultra HD adoption from television manufacturers, an announcement seems likely. Until then, the only major source for 4K content remains Sony's FMP-X1 4K Ultra HD Media Player. Source: Singulus Technologies via CNETPosted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Heads To 'Paradise'[teaser]The latest comedy from writer/director Diablo Cody is bound for Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment has revealed 'Paradise' is coming to Blu-ray on November 12. The comedy follows a sheltered young woman (Julianne Hough) who loses her faith after a plane crash and decides to go to Las Vegas to experience the wild side of life. On her journey, she meets unlikely companions (Russell Brand and Octavia Spencer) who inadvertently help her find her true self. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary with writer/director Diablo Cody, Behind The Scenes, and Original Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Paradise' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 12.Posted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning / The Little Mermaid: Return to the Sea' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Two more of Ariel's adventures will be swimming to Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney/Buena Vista will be releasing 'The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning / The Little Mermaid: Return to the Sea' on Blu-ray on November 19. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet for this 2-movie collection, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning / The Little Mermaid: Return to the Sea' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 19.Posted Thu Sep 12, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Nosferatu: 2-Disc Deluxe Remastered Edition' Coming to Blu-ray[teaser]F.W. Murnau's silent film classic will haunt viewers on Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino is preparing 'Nosferatu: 2-Disc Deluxe Remastered Edition' for Blu-ray on November 12. An unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, 'Nosferatu' is the quintessential silent vampire film, crafted by legendary German director F. W. Murnau ('Sunrise,' 'Faust,' 'The Last Laugh'). Rather than depicting Dracula as a shape-shifting monster or debonair gentleman, Murnau's Graf Orlok (as portrayed by Max Schreck) is a nightmarish, spidery creature of bulbous head and taloned claws -- perhaps the most genuinely disturbing incarnation of vampirism yet envisioned. 'Nosferatu' was an atypical expressionist film in that much of it was shot on location. While directors such as Lang and Lubitsch built vast forests and entire towns within the studio, Nosferatu's landscapes, villages and castle were actual locations in the Carpathian mountains. Murnau was thus able to infuse the story with the subtle tones of nature: both pure and fresh as well as twisted and sinister. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and Hans Erdmann's original 1922 score in 5.1 Surround or 2.0 Stereo. Supplements will include: Two versions of the film; Original German Intertitles (with optional English subtitles); English Intertitles; The Language of Shadows - a 52 minute documentary chronicling the early career of F.W. Murnau; A collection of clips and highlights from other F.W. Murnau films; and a Photo Gallery. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Nosferatu: 2-Disc Deluxe Remastered Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 12.Posted Wed Sep 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Sony Debuts New High Resolution Audio Components[teaser]New music players, speakers, and headphones are all part of the company's push for high-resolution audio support. [/teaser] Sony has announced its upcoming lineup of high-resolution audio components, including a trio of devices aimed at giving consumers both quality and convenience. All of the new products are set for release this fall. The HAP-Z1ES Hi-Res HDD Music Player ($1,999) offers 1TB of storage and can playback and decode virtually all Hi-Res audio formats. The player also features a DSD Re-mastering Engine for converting music files to DSD (5.6M) quality. In addition, the device includes DSEE technology to restore frequencies lost through audio compression, and HAP music transfer software for syncing audio files from a PC or Mac. Joining the flagship HAP-Z1ES, is the HAP-S1 Hi-Res Music Player ($999), which supports several of the same features as its more expensive sibling, but comes with a smaller 500GB hard drive. The player also includes a 2-channel Class AB amplifier. Also part of the new lineup is the UDA-1 ($799), which is a USB Hi-Res DAC System for computers. The device connects to a PC and offers support for virtually all high-resolution audio formats and media players. It also includes a 2-channel amplifier. To complement these new audio components, the company is releasing new speakers and headphones as well, all optimized for high-resolution audio. The SS-HA1 ($599) and SS-HA3 ($349) speakers use a wide dispersion W-super tweeter and feature a baffle shape for diffraction effect reduction. On the headphone front, Sony is offering the over the ear MDR-10R ($200) in October, and the MDR-10RBT ($250) in November. In addition, the XBA-H3 ear bud headphones ($350) will be available in December. All three are designed with high resolution audio playback in mind. Lastly, those who are already owners of Sony's currently available STR-DA2800ES ($1,000) and 5800ES ($2,100) receivers will also be able to take advantage of high-resolution audio playback through a USB connection thanks to an upcoming firmware update. Source: SonyPosted Wed Sep 11, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by:
