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Reminder: 'Olympus Has Fallen' Contest Deadline TodayDon't forget, you still have until the end of the day today to save the President from terrorists who've invaded the White House. Get your entries in for our 'Olympus Has Fallen' contest before tonight's deadline.Posted Fri Aug 16, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Fly (1958)' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The 1958 sci-fi classic will be buzzing to Blu-ray next month! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is working on 'The Fly (1958)' for a Blu-ray release on September 10. A scientist (David Hedison) is obsessed with developing a molecular matter transmitter. When he attempts to test the invention himself, he is unwittingly joined by a companion - a fly that has sneaked into the transportation pod with him. The consequences of the experiment soon become clear, as the scientist begins to take on fly-like characteristics. Remade by David Cronenberg in 1986. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 4.0 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Actor David Hedison and Film Historian David Del Valle; Biography: Vincent Price; Fly Trap: Catching a Classic; and Fox Movietone News. You can find the latest specs for 'The Fly (1958)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 10.Posted Fri Aug 16, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Acer Details New LED Monitors[teaser]The company has unveiled new 27 and 29-inch monitors aimed at consumers and professionals. [/teaser] Acer's trio of new LED displays includes the T272HUL, the B276HUL, and the B296CL which all feature IPS panels with up to 178-degree viewing angles and 100,000,000:1 contrast ratios. The T272HUL is a 27-inch touch monitor with 2560 x 1440 WQHD resolution, 1.07 billion colors, 5ms response time, and a Windows 8 compliant 10-point multi-touch screen. It also comes equipped with VGA, DVI, and HDMI inputs and a USB 3.0 hub. The B276HUL is a non-touch 27-inch display with WQHD 2560 x 1440 resolution and a 6ms response time designed for prosumers. Also aimed at professionals is the B296CL 29-inch monitor which has a 2560 x 1080 resolution and 8ms response time. Both models are VESA compliant and feature 16.7 million colors. The displays also include DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort inputs and a USB 3.0 hub. The T272HUL will be available in stores in late August for a suggested retail price of $999. The B276HUL and B296CL are now available at retailers for a suggested retail price starting at $599. Source: EngadgetPosted Fri Aug 16, 2013 at 05:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Heat' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The hit buddy cop comedy will arrest Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early retailer announcement, 20th Century Fox has slated 'The Heat' for Blu-ray on October 15. Oscar Winner Sandra Bullock and Oscar Nominee Melissa McCarthy team up in this outrageously funny comedy from the director of Bridesmaids, Paul Feig. Uptight and straight-laced, FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn (Bullock) is a methodical investigator with a reputation for excellence--and hyper-arrogance. Shannon Mullins (McCarthy), one of Boston P.D.'s "finest," is foul-mouthed and has a very short fuse, and uses her gut instinct and street smarts to catch the most elusive criminals. Neither has ever had a partner, or a friend for that matter. When these two wildly incompatible law officers join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Von Bloopers; Alternate Scenes; Police Brutality; Let's Get Physical; Acting Master Class; Supporting Cast Cavalcade; Making of Featurette; Over and Out; Audio Commentaries featuring Melissa McCarthy, director Paul Feig, and The Mullins Family; And more! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Heat' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 15.Posted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Sony's Honami Smartphone is Rumored to Support 4K Video Recording[teaser]An unverified promotional slide implies that the new mobile device will be able to shoot in 4K. [/teaser] Details have been trickling in about Sony's upcoming smartphone, and the latest developments could prove particularly interesting to high-def enthusiasts. According to a supposed promotional slide that leaked onto a Chinese social networking site called Weibo, the device will be able to record 4K video. The slide in question also proposes a 20MP rear camera and a 2.1MP front camera. The phone is rumored to sport a Snapdragon 800 processor (which is 4K ready) and a 5-inch HD display as well. While this is all exciting news, the slide does feature one detail that seems at odds with Sony's overall 4K strategy. The image reveals a resolution of 4,000 x 2,000 for 4K video, which clashes with the 3,840 x 2,160 resolution chosen for Sony 4K Ultra HD displays. Sony has yet to confirm or deny the Honami's potential 4K support and details on full specs, pricing, and availability are still forthcoming. Sources: Engadget via CNETPosted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Untold History of the United States' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]Oliver Stone's 10-part documentary miniseries will be available on Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early retailer announcement, Warner Brothers is working on 'The Untold History of the United States' for Blu-ray on October 15. As Americans, do we really know and understand our shared and complicated history? How do we recall the small details and forgotten players that influenced some of the biggest events from America's past? Will our children actually get the whole story from reading history books? And how will it affect the future of our country? The in-depth, surprising, and riveting series, co-written by Stone with Peter Kuznick and Matt Graham, was directed and narrated by Stone. Chapters include: Chapter 1: World War II Chapter 2: Roosevelt, Truman & Wallace Chapter 3: The Bomb Chapter 4: The Cold War 1945-1950 Chapter 5: The '50s: Eisenhower, The Bomb & The Third World Chapter 6: JFK: To The Brink Chapter 7: Johnson, Nixon & Vietnam: Reversal of Fortune Chapter 8: Reagan, Gorbachev & Third World - Rise of the Right Chapter 9: George H.W. Bush & Clinton: Squandered Peace - New World Order Chapter 10: George W. Bush & Obama: Age Of Terror The 4-disc set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Prologue, Chapter A - World War I, The Russian Revolution, & Woodrow Wilson: Roots of Empire -- How did the United States become an empire? A look back at the election of 1900 and the Spanish-American War, climaxing with World War I and the Russian Revolution as the mother of the ensuing conflict between the British, Soviet, and newborn American Empire; Prologue, Chapter B - 1920–1940: Roosevelt, Hitler, and Stalin: The Battle Of Ideas -- Franklin Roosevelt inherits a divided nation, rife with conflict. Struggle leads to change in the United States, Hitler rises to power in Germany, and World War Two pushes the U.S. and the Soviet Union toward an uneasy alliance; and the bonus documentary - A Conversation with History: Tariq Ali And Oliver Stone -- In this companion film to The Untold History of the United States, Oliver Stone and author/political philosopher Tariq Ali discuss a wide range of topics, accompanied by archival footage not found in the series, in a probing, hard-hitting conversation on the politics of history. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The Untold History of the United States' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 15.Posted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Bang & Olufsen's New Generation TV Offers 7.1 Support without a Receiver[teaser]The company's BeoVision 12-65 New Generation Plasma comes complete with a center speaker and support for 7.1 surround sound. [/teaser] Danish company Bang & Olufsen have announced the release of their latest high-end plasma set. The BeoVision 12-65 New Generation is a 65-inch HDTV plasma with full 1080p picture and 3D capabilities. The set also includes a dedicated center speaker integrated into the bezel below the screen. In addition, the TV features a 7.1 sound module, allowing users to connect their surround sound speakers directly to the display without a separate audio receiver. The TV also sports BeoVision 12 New Generation which includes different sound modes suited for various content, and TrueImageTM technology which will automatically up and downmix audio tracks to fit the user's speaker system. A 360-degree design is featured as well, allowing viewers to reposition the display with a motorized floor stand. Pricing for the The BeoVision 12-65 New Generation HDTV has not been announced yet, but the television is expected to be available in September. Source: EngadgetPosted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
Microsoft Scales Back Launch Markets for the Xbox One From 21 to 13[teaser]"This was an aggressive goal."[/teaser] At E3, Microsoft announced that there would be 21 lucky markets set to receive the Xbox One in 2013. Yesterday, citing a desire to ensure that "our customers get the best Xbox One experience the first day it is available," Microsoft crossed 8 territories off of that list of 21. The 13 markets that Microsoft is confirming will receive the Xbox One in November include Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom, United States and New Zealand. The eight markets that have slid to sometime in 2014 include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden, and Switzerland. Additional reasoning behind the change from the Xbox Leadership Team is as follows, "While we wish we could launch Xbox One simultaneously in these markets, there are many factors that determine the timing of specific market launches. This includes work to localize the Xbox One dash, incorporate additional voice and languages, and build partnerships to bring apps and meaningful local content to each country." One side effect to the reversal for the countries involved is customer pre-orders, and Microsoft is looking to compensate customers in the left-behind territories. "To show our appreciation for your patience, if you have already preordered an Xbox One Day One system before today in those countries, you will also receive a pack-in game with your console when it launches." The worldwide response to the original list of 21 territories was less than warm, but a major factor in that poor reception was due to the severe region restrictions that Microsoft was proposing. Those region restrictions are now part of the next-gen vision that Microsoft left behind when it elected to dispense with its proposed Xbox One DRM scheme. Source: Xbox Author: Brian HossPosted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
'The Kings of Summer' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The indie comedy will come of age on Blu-ray in September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'The Kings of Summer' for Blu-ray on September 24. 'The Kings of Summer' is a unique coming-of-age comedy about three teenage friends -- Joe (Nick Robinson), Patrick (Gabriel Basso) and the eccentric and unpredictable Biaggio (Moises Arias) - who, in the ultimate act of independence, decide to spend their summer building a house in the woods and living off the land. Free from their parents' rules, their idyllic summer quickly becomes a test of friendship as each boy learns to appreciate the fact that family - whether it is the one you're born into or the one you create -- is something you can't run away from. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Commentary with director Jordan Vogt- Roberts and writer Chris Galletta, and actors Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso and Moises Arias; "Alison and Eugene" Featurette; Deleted and Extended Scenes; and Frankly Speaking With Frank Toy. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Kings of Summer' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 24.Posted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Notting Hill' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]Roger Michell's 1999 romantic comedy is bound for Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early retailer announcement, Universal is bringing 'Notting Hill' for Blu-ray on October 15. From the writer of Love Actually and Four Weddings and a Funeral (Richard Curtis) comes an unforgettable romantic comedy set in London. Anna Scott (Julia Roberts) is the world's most famous movie star. Her picture has been plastered on the cover of every magazine and every time she makes a move, the entire world knows about it. William Thacker (Hugh Grant) owns a travel bookstore in the quaint neighborhood of Notting Hill with a roommate from hell and a nonexistent love life. When their paths cross, the couple comes to face with the ultimate question: can two people fall in love with the whole world watching? The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Commentary with Director Roger Michell, Producer Duncan Kenworthy, and Writer Richard Curtis; Seasonal Walk on Portobello Road; Hugh Grant's Movie Tips; Spotlight on Location; Elvis Costello "She" Music Video; Shania Twain "You've Got a Way" Music Video; Photograph Montage; US Theatrical Trailer; and International Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Notting Hill' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 15.Posted Thu Aug 15, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by:
