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Panasonic Unveils Blu-ray DMRs
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Home Entertainment, Movies,
Although they previously released Blu-ray players, Panasonic has now come up with a trio of recorders for the Holiday season. The DMR-BW700 features 250GB of space, while the DMR-BW800 supports up to 500GB. The DMR-BW900 can hold up to 1TB of storage on its hard drive for 160 to 380 hours of recording. Capable of storing up to 18 hours of HD onto a 50GB disc, that would make for a heck of a movie marathon. The trio goes on sale in Japan, November 1, with the BW900 at a price of ~$2,600.
Read More 
| Electronic House
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Organic Blu-Rays Unveiled
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Home Entertainment, Movies,
Mitsubishi and Pioneer have developed BR-D discs made with organic materials, which should reduce the cost of making them. Announced at CEATEC 07 in Japan, the companies will not commercialize them until the end of this year or the beginning of the next. They also announced that they can burn them at a speed of 2x and are working on 4x with multiple layers. Wouldn’t it be nice if “organic” implied that they would be edible after they wear out? Mmmm, chocolate Blu-raspberry ray.
Read More | Akihabara News
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Internet Home Entertainment System Unveiled
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Internet, Movies, Music,
Denmark’s BlueTinum has released its ultimate Internet Home Entertainment System. It features an FM tuner, DAB Radio, MP3 and DVD playability, iPod cradle, and PC streaming. It also comes with a remote, an SD/MMC cardreader, and USB connectivity. There are optional speakers available for those who want their music beyond the 2 x 15W level. The company offers differing models depending on features desired. Look for the BT-H1505 and the in the upcoming months with an MSRP starting at €69,00 (~$97.00.)
Read More | BlueTinum
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Darth Vader Hangs Out on Your Nightstand
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Movies,
Let the force be with you, even at night. The Darth Vader Alarm Clock projects the time onto the ceiling, with a red snooze alarm button that doubles as a nightlight. Of course Darth’s lightsaber also lights up, just in case you can’t sleep and want a middle of the night challenge to the evil dude. Available next month, $29.99 is a small price to pay to contribute to your Star Wars collection of useless, yet beloved memorabilia.
Read More | Star Wars Shop
Gallery: Darth Vader Hangs Out on Your Nightstand
Hitachi Releases 3-in-1 Recorders
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies,
At last someone has understood that we love our old VHS tapes and are reticent to give them up. Hitachi has three new 3-in-1 recorders that play both VHS tapes and HDD/DVDs. The DV-DH250VH has a digital and analog tuner, HDMI, and holds 250GB. There are also two models which hold 500GB, the DV-DH500VH and the DV-DH500H. Expect a late October or early November release. We think this is a fine idea if we can just figure out how to use the multi-button remotes.
Read More | Hitachi (translated) via Akihabara News
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FCC Frets Over Analog Cable Dilemma
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Home Entertainment, Movies,
We have more news on the death of analog TV in 2009. As we mentioned previously, cable companies will either have to convert their digital signal for analog receiving customers or provide them with a “down converter.” The FCC has approved rules to ensure that everyone is taken care of after the transition. The National Cable and Telecommunications Association say that they can have already pledged to do so voluntarily. Spokesperson Brian Dietz claims they will do this without charging extra or forcing subscribers to up to a pricier digital service. We would just as soon stay out of the fracas as long as we can still get our MTV.
Read More | Post-Bulletin
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Ultra-Slim View Plays Audio and Video
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Sandisk might just take a bite out of Apple with their Sansa View Video and MP3 Player. It will play MP3s, WMA, and WAV files, as well as MPEG4, WMV, and H.264 video at 30 fps. It also handles audio books and JPG images, and has a digital FM tuner with 20 presets. At the diminutive size of 4.29 x 1.95 x 0.35-inches and weight of 2.9 oz., it features a 2.4-inch TFT screen with 320 x 240 res. The View features a rechargeable lithium polymer battery for 35 hours of audio or 7 hours of video. Take your choice of the 8 GB model for $149.99 or the 16 GB for $199.99.
Read More | Sandisk
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Pioneer Releases Blu-Ray Player
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies,
It’s Pioneer’s turn to out a new Blu-ray player with their Elite BDP-95FD. It features a 1080p 24 frames per second reproduction rate and outputs audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital+, and DTS-HD. It also has a simple graphical user interface for simple navigation. The player is compatible with Windows/XP/Vista/Media Center, as well as Linux and Mac with software. Its remote can control other CEC-enabled products. Look for the player next month with a $1000.00 price tag.
Read More | Digital Tech News
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Coby Monitor Doubles as TV
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech, Movies, Peripherals,
Coby has come up with a “two-fer.” Use the TF-DVD 1591 flatscreen as a monitor with its 1024 x 768 resolution and 15-inch TFT LCD or utilize it as a TV with its built-in tuner. Even more creative is its slot-loading DVD player neatly packaged on the side. The digital device has a 500:1 contrast ratio, built-in speakers, a size of 15.18 x 15.37 x 2.16-inches, and is wall mountable. It comes with a full function remote and AV cable and has a MSRP of $293.00.
Read More | Coby
Gallery: Coby Monitor Doubles as TV
Original Star Trek To Go HD
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies,
Trekkers should be thrilled that Toshiba and CBS have joined forces and will release the original Star Trek in HD DVD. The 10 disc set of Season One will have standard def on the other side. The discs also have a new 5.1 soundtrack, picture-in-picture comments, a detailed interactive tour of the Enterprise, and a chance to compare the remastered episodes with the original ones. The best part of the deal is that although the set’s MSRP is $199.00, you get a Phaser Remote with purchase. Expect the collection to land on the planet November 20. We wonder if Mr. Spock would have preferred Blu-Ray.
Read More | Electronic House
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