New Trek Aliens Nov 18, 2009
November 16, 2009 - The Blu-ray and DVD releases of include a peek at new redesigned versions of some of the classic TV series' most famous alien creatures ... Star Trek hits Blu-ray and DVD tomorrow ... Popular Blu-rays in this genre: 1. (IGN FilmForce)
Black Friday Deals Nov 18, 2009
Melissa O'Brien, Wal-Mart spokeswoman, says that the deals that will be heavily advertised in its Black Friday circular also include Magnavox Blu-Ray disc players for $78, TomTom GPS systems for $59 and $7 reversible fleece jackets. Wal-Mart also on Tuesday unveiled weekly savings starting this Saturday on popular toys and video games that it is pitching as comparable to the Black Friday deals. (CBS News)
Wal-Mart confirms some holiday deals, cuts more prices Nov 18, 2009
Walmart's Black Friday specials include 50-inch plasma HDTVs for $598, Blu-Ray disc players for $78, GPS systems for $59, $7 reversible fleece jackets and $3 children's sleepwear, according to Melissa O'Brien,a Wal-Mart spokeswoman. Some of the toys at Walmart stores that will be discounted starting this Saturday through Nov. 27 are EZ Bake Oven, Disney Princess Scooter and Nerf N-Strike Vulcan. (USA Today -- Money)
Flat screen shopping? Why now is a great time to buy Nov 18, 2009
Manufacturers have started offering HDTVs with integrated Blu-ray players, so you can enjoy two of today's hottest entertainment experiences in a single product. Most major cable companies now offer a variety of high definition channels - including movies and sports - so you can enjoy the full benefit of your HDTV.. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Scarlett's sister remembers the making of a legend Nov 17, 2009
Rutherford, 89, is among the few surviving principal cast members of the Clark Gable-Vivien Leigh Civil War epic, which arrives this week on a new special-edition DVD set and also marks its Blu-ray debut. When its box-office take is adjusted for inflation, the film ranks as the highest-grossing North American movie release. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Still a big hitWhat is it with guys and “Fight Club”? Do you really need to ask... Nov 17, 2009
Director David Fincher s paean to pain marks its 10th anniversary with today s new Blu-ray edition and a rerelease of the regular DVD with a couple of new featurettes ... Director David Fincher s paean to pain marks its 10th anniversary with today s new Blu-ray edition and a rerelease of the regular DVD with a couple of new featurettes. (New York Post -- News)
Glyde takes on eBay Nov 17, 2009
Heres how it works: Say youre selling WALL-E on DVD. At the Glyde site, you type in the title, and check off the version of the disk you are selling (2-disk Blu-ray, 1-disc widescreen, etc. from choices that are presented. (USA Today -- Tech)
Major League Baseball Productions and Shout! Factory Release Official DVD & Blu-ray(TM) Chronicling New York Yankees' 2009 World Series(R) Championship Nov 17, 2009
Factory Release Official DVD & Blu-ray(TM) Chronicling New York Yankees' 2009 World Series(R) Championship - Yahoo ... Factory Release Official DVD & Blu-ray(TM) Chronicling New York Yankees' 2009 World Series(R) Championship ... Official '2009 World Series Film: Philadelphia Phillies(TM) vs. New York Yankees(R)' DVD ay(TM) Available Nationwide on DVD November 24 and on Blu-ray(TM) High-Def December 15. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Happy HDTV Holidays Nov 15, 2009
Besides strong HDTV sales, Blu-ray Disc players look like they'll have an amazing fourth quarter, DuBravac said. In 2008, Blu-ray player shipments hit about 2 ... 7 million units through the third quarter, so as many as 7 million Blu-ray players could be purchased in 2009, DuBravac said. (Multichannel News)
Synthetic Stone DVDs Can Last 1,000 Years Nov 14, 2009
The company is planning on providing a Blu-ray version of their product, Beaulaurier said. For more information. (Fox News)
Film Gifts for Christmas Nov 14, 2009
Warner Home Video, Blu-ray $35 ... Disney; Blu-ray, four discs, $45 ... Warner Home Video; Blu-ray, 4 discs, $84. (Suite101.com)
Star Trek D-A-C on PSN & PC Nov 14, 2009
Launching in conjunction with the Blu-ray Disc and DVD release of the blockbuster "Star Trek" movie from Paramount Pictures on November 17, Star Trek: D-A-C is a fast-paced, top-down space shooter where up to twelve players can compete in inter-galactic battles between Starfleet and the Romulan Empire. Since its maiden voyage on Xbox LIVE Arcade in May, Star Trek: D-A-C has been expanded with two additional ship classes, a single player game mode, several new pick-ups, a new map for Assault... (IGN PC Games)
IGN Daily Fix Nov 14, 2009
Xbox Live Update, Facebook On PS3, News /span. You must have the latest version of Macromedia Flash Player to view this video. (IGN PC Games)
Action: Betting on Avatar Nov 14, 2009
Action: Betting on Avatar. Action: Betting on Avatar. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
EverCracked! The Phenomenon of EverQuest Nov 13, 2009
IGN Video: Evercracked. The Phenomenon of EverQuest Video - EverCracked. (IGN FilmForce)
Forrest Gump Nov 13, 2009
This special edition Blu-ray is the definitive release for the film on home entertainment ... Popular Blu-rays in this genre: 1 ... Popular Blu-rays from this publisher: 1. (IGN FilmForce)
New on DVD: 'Up,' World Series collection, 'Wings of Desire' Nov 13, 2009
Up ***1/2 out of four, 2009, Disney/Pixar, PG, $30/$40 versions; Blu-ray, $46 ... is coming to Blu-ray as well (G, $46), here's the summer smash about a senior citizen who befriends a pesky 8-year-old while taking a dream trip to the wilds of South America ... Extras, extras: As with Disney's recent Snow White release, the Blu-ray also contains a regular DVD and a digital copy. (USA Today -- Life)
Start-up claims its DVDs last 1,000 years Nov 13, 2009
The company is also working on developing a Blu-ray version of their DVD product, Beaulaurier said. Photos, videos or other content that consumers want to store can be uploaded directly to Cranberry's Web site or mailed to the company. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Could this be the season for Web TV? Nov 13, 2009
Manufacturers are in a race with cable companies and gadget providers including makers of DVRs, Blu-ray players and game machines who offer alternative ways to blend the Internet with TV. ... Sony will rent its animated movie Cloudy with a Chance of in December, before it's out on DVD, to people who own one of its Internet-connected TVs or Blu-ray disc players. (USA Today)
Spec Ops Tips Nov 13, 2009
IGN Video: IGN_Strategize Video - Modern Warfare 2 Co-op Strategies. Modern Warfare 2 Co-op Strategies /span. (IGN FilmForce)
Status update: Facebook, Twitter on Xbox next week Nov 13, 2009
The report comes as Xbox rival PlayStation 3 to the console through a Blu-ray disc. There have also been rumors of the PS3 in the coming months. (USA Today -- Tech)
DISC-GO-ROBOTO with HydraShine Technology is Market Changer Nov 13, 2009
DISC-GO-TECH offer compact starter disc repair machines in the DISC-GO-POD and DISC-GO-POD+, intermediate solution in the DISC-GO-DEVIL and advanced solutions in the DISC-GO-SOLO and new DISC-GO-ROBOTO. They also offer a commercial disc repair solution in the DISC-GO-MECH. DISC-GO-TECH disc repair machines can repair all formats including: Compact discs, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, PlayStation, XBOX, Nintendo Game Cube, Wii. About DISC-GO-TECH. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Assassin's Creed: Lineage Impressions Nov 13, 2009
While release plans for all three films have yet to be announced ; you can watch the entire piece on Spike TV at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, November 12 ; we're curious to see if the films get a DVD or Blu-ray release with a number of behind-the-scenes bonus features. We're also curious to know whether Ubisoft will eventually choose to partner with a major studio to bring a proper Assassin's Creed film to theaters in the future. (IGN FilmForce)
Black Market Gear Nov 12, 2009
For connectivity, the 285 offers two dual-link DVI-I connectors, both a DVI-to-VGA and DVI-HDMI adapter, and comes compatible with HD DVD and Blu-ray disc formats. It may not allow you to max out resolution settings for each game, but we promise that Leisure Suit Larry has never looked this good. (IGN Gear)
Disney shuffles deck at struggling studio Nov 12, 2009
That means consumers who buy flat-panel TVs, Blu-ray players, personal computers and mobile phones from Best Buy would be able to get downloads of videos the same day they are released on DVDs ... Chapek led development of interactive features on Blu-ray discs and has driven plans for the so-called "KeyChest" technology, which would give consumers access to movies across multiple devices with one purchase. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Launches FoxPop, Powered by Spot411, with Blu-ray Disc & DVD Release of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, 500 Days of Summer and Jennifer's Body Nov 11, 2009
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Launches FoxPop, Powered by Spot411, with Blu-ray Disc & DVD Release of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, 500 Days of Summer and Jennifer's Body - Yahoo ... Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Launches FoxPop, Powered by Spot411, with Blu-ray Disc & DVD Release of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, 500 Days of Summer and Jennifer's Body ... LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, and The... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Super Bowl Champ's Controversial Film About NFL Player Injuries Hits Theaters November 20th Nov 11, 2009
The film will be released on DVD and Blu-ray December 1st, 2009, and is already available to pre-order on Amazon, Netflix, Facebook, and many others. It will debut on iTunes and Hulu shortly thereafter. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Up' Filmmaker Digs Doing Voice Of Dug Nov 11, 2009
New on DVD and Blu-ray (Walt Disney Home Entertainment) Tuesday, "Up" follows Carl Fredricksen (voice of Ed Asner), a lonesome, 78-year-old widower who hoists his house up with balloons and throws caution to the wind to fulfill his wife's dreams of a trip to South America. Accompanied by an accidental stowaway in Russell (Jordan Nagai), an enthusiastic Wilderness Explorer, Carl lands at his destination to discover the refuge of his boyhood aviation hero, Charles Muntz (Christopher Plummer),... (Click2Houston, TX)
Dragon Ball - S2 Nov 10, 2009
IGN: Dragon Ball - Season Two Review. SECTIONS CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. (IGN FilmForce)
Yahoo to Allow Users to Opt Out of Custom Ads Nov 10, 2009
With its unique yet functional design and Blu-ray player, the Sony VAIO VFN-NW270F/S is an affordable entertainment laptop that pulls double duty as a workhorse machine. Omnipage Pro 17 is the best OCR application for high-volume, highly automated document scanning. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
Rolling Stones Live at the Max Digitally Re-Mastered DVD and Blu-ray to be Released on November 10 Nov 10, 2009
Blu-ray discs will only play in Blu-ray compatible players. Blu-ray Discs are Sony Playstation 3 Compatible. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
DivX, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 10, 2009
"DivX is undergoing an exciting transition in its business," stated Kevin Hell, Chief Executive Officer for DivX, Inc. "We are moving beyond our core DVD licensing business into new categories such as Blu-ray players, digital televisions, mobile phones and set-top-boxes, driven by our substantial progress with premium Hollywood content initiatives and our DivX Plus(TM) high definition software and hardware solutions. Additionally and perhaps even more notably, through our acquisition of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Available Now: Netflix Members can Instantly Watch Movies and TV Episodes Streamed to TVs Via the PlayStation(R)3 Computer Entertainment System Nov 10, 2009
The partnership solidifies the PS3 system as the most complete home entertainment hub on the market today, allowing consumers to play high-definition games, watch Blu-ray movies, listen to music, view photos, browse the Internet, and download games, movies and TV shows from PlayStationNetwork ... Watching movies instantly streamed from Netflix via the PS3 system is enabled by an instant streaming Blu-ray disc that is being made available free to all Netflix members ... The free instant... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
TDK Criterion Coll Nov 10, 2009
November 5, 2009 - The next title in our Missing in Action series is one that has actually been released on both Blu-ray and DVD. But, to be honest, we didn't feel that Warner Bros ... We like the pop tart featurettes on the Blu-ray, but they only touch the surface of all the hard work that went into this epic film. (IGN FilmForce)
Rimage president takes CEO reins Nov 10, 2009
James Reissner, chairman of Rimage s board of directors, said in a news release that the change is part of the succession planning process at Edina-based Rimage (Nasdaq: RIMG), which makes CD, DVD and Blu-ray publishing systems. Reissner described Black as a highly capable and seasoned executive. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Disney/Pixar's Monsters, Inc. Blu-R... Nov 10, 2009
Disney/Pixar's Monsters, Inc. Blu-Ray Review. Disney/Pixar's Monsters, Inc. Blu-Ray Review ... Pete Docter's Monsters, Inc. - starring John Goodman, Billy Crystal and Steve Buscemi - loses none of its magic on Blu-Ray. (Suite101.com)
Is the Movie Industry Crazy for Wanting to Lock Down Its Blockbusters? Nov 9, 2009
also if i couldn't backup to Blu-Ray like i have done with DVD or before that Beta/VHS. But if it is for an exclusive window, prior to home video, like when your traveling and staying in a hotel and get ppv. it makes sense. (Multichannel News)
Sony offers `Cloudy' early to people with it... Nov 9, 2009
LOS ANGELES In a bid to sell living room electronics and spur buzz for "Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs," Sony Corp. is offering the movie for free to U.S. buyers of its Internet-connected TVs and Blu-ray players starting Monday. People who buy that equipment will be able to watch the movie in any 24-hour window from Dec. 8 until it is released on DVD and Blu-ray disc on Jan. 5 ... 95 for the early rental, which will stream in 720p a lower resolution than full high-definition 1080p on Blu-ray... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Seeing Scarlett Nov 9, 2009
Blu-ray makes a classic sharper than ever ... For its Blu-ray debut, the original three black-and-white Gone With the Wind negatives each capturing a different primary color were scanned in ultra-high 8K resolution and electronically restored to reproduce dazzlingly rich, razor-sharp Technicolor images ... For its Blu-ray debut, the original three black-and-white Gone With the Wind negatives each capturing a different primary color were scanned in ultra-high 8K resolution and electronically... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Sony offers free movie to TV, Blu-ray player buyers Nov 9, 2009
BEIJING, Nov. 9 (Xinhuanet) -- Sony Corp. is offering a movie called "Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs" for free to U.S. buyers of its Internet-connected TVs and Blu-ray players from Monday. People who buy the equipment will be able to watch the movie in any 24-hour window from Dec. 8 until it is released on DVD and Blu-ray disc on Jan. 5. (Xinhuanet, China)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (Nov. 14) Nov 8, 2009
Flashing back with the new Blu-ray reissue of Say Anything ... The pair s Monsters, Inc. also hits Blu-ray. (Boston Globe)
Head 'Up' to Fenton's for release party Nov 7, 2009
You scream, I scream, we all scream for a Blu-ray and DVD release party on Tuesday for "Up" at Fenton's Creamery. The East Bay store had a cameo appearance in the summer blockbuster when characters Carl Fredrickson and Russell parked their Zeppelin above Fenton's. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Reprise Records to Release Re-Mastered Versions of Neil Young's Classic First Four Solo Albums on November 23rd, 2009 Nov 7, 2009
This collection, which is also available on Blu-Ray and DVD, is currently in stores. Of Youngs Archives series, the Chicago Sun-Times has written: Not only is it absolutely amazing, it quite possibly is a model for the only kind of recorded product that independent and chain stores alike will still be selling in the post-CD future. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Thumbs up for Up, a delightful story with heart Nov 7, 2009
Thumbs up for Up, a delightful story with heart - Entertainment - Fresnobee. You're in the section. (Fresno Bee)
Star Trek BD Nov 7, 2009
November 6, 2009 - We know a lot of you out there are planning to pick up , one of our favorite films of the summer, on DVD or Blu-ray, but it may not be as simple as running down the block to the nearest video store or ordering it online from the comfort of your computer ... The Blu-ray includes all of the extras mentioned above, plus a few cool exclusives ... Also, you can save $10 when you buy the new Star Trek with any Star Trek Blu-ray catalog title. (IGN FilmForce)
New on DVD: 'North by Northwest' in beautiful Blu-ray Nov 6, 2009
Beautiful people look even better in Blu-ray: Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint try to evade mysterious foreign agents ... out of four, 1959, Warner, unrated, $25; Blu-ray, $35 ... (Blu-ray only) * * * *, 1992, Criterion, PG, $40. (USA Today -- Life)
Paramount Pictures Thanks Fans by Featuring Them in Credits on PARANORMAL ACTIVITY DVD and Blu-ray Nov 6, 2009
Register By Monday, November 9 at Noon And Your Name Will Be Listed in DVD and Blu-ray Credits ... Nov. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nationwide phenomenon PARANORMAL ACTIVITY makes its way to the $100 million mark at the box office, Paramount Pictures is taking fan appreciation to new heights by giving back to the legion of moviegoers who helped to make the $15,000 movie a hit by featuring their names in the credits of the film's DVD and Blu-ray editions ... To continue to be part of the phenomenon... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Autobot "Bumblebee" visits Sydney! Nov 6, 2009
This statue set up for Global Tour of movie "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen", in order to promote its DVD and Blue-ray Disc, which launched on Nov. 5, 2009. (Xinhua/AFP Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
'Welcome Home, Jenny Sutter' a difficult re-entry Nov 6, 2009
Forrest Gump,' Rocky' set, two holiday gems lead big Blu-ray parade ... 99) top this week's sparkling lineup of new Blu-ray titles. (Fresno Bee)
Guitar Legend Steve Vai to Appear on VH1 Classic's 'That Metal Show' on November 7 Nov 6, 2009
The Blu-ray edition will be in-stores November 10, and an online preview is available at. Later this month, Vai will have the honor of performing the National Anthem at the New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Sunday, November 29. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Netflix Ships PS3 Streaming Discs As Survey Shows Watch Instantly Is Hugely Popular Nov 6, 2009
While physical media such as DVD and Blu-ray are still important, the future is clearly both digital and streaming. And Netflix is in the best position to take advantage of this evolving market. (Multichannel News)
Beyonce is the Big Winner at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards Nov 6, 2009
It will be available on DVD (amaray) and Deluxe Edition 2 CD/DVD (digipack) and Blu-ray on December 15. Filmed at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on August 2, 2009, this extraordinary concert features performances of over 30 songs from Beyonce's three multi-platinum solo releases, Destiny's Child catalog and a few surprises. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Black Market Gear: Deals of the Week Nov 5, 2009
Last week we ran a story on how OLED TVs will become some of the cheapest televisions available by the year 2016, but that is a long time to wait if you just unboxed a shiny new console or Blu-ray player and need something to plug it into. The holiday shopping season hasn't kicked in just yet, but that doesn't mean you can't treat yourself to an early present like the Zenith 42" 720p Plasma TV. Obviously the first thing you're looking at here is that it's 720p and not 1080p, and yes a 42" set... (IGN Gear)
New On DVD: 'G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra' Nov 5, 2009
DVD/Blu-ray Details: While the quality of the film remains unparalleled to standard DVD quality, the two-disc Blu-ray version of "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra" is surprisingly light. The special features are limited to two featurettes on the two-disc Blu-ray version of the release. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Online video store coming from Best Buy, Sonic Solutions Nov 5, 2009
Best Buy and (NASDAQ:NFLX) last month announced a deal to stream the Los Gatos-based company's movie library to the retailer's Insignia-branded Blu-ray disc players. Blockbuster also is partnering with Sonic (NASDAQ:SNIC) to bring movie streaming of its catalog on DVRs made by Alviso-based (NASDAQ:TIVO), as well as on high-definition TVs and Blu-ray players from Samsung. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
5 new technologies that will change everything Nov 5, 2009
0's versatility, some analysts see the standard as a possible complement--or even alternative to the consumer HDMI connection found on today's Blu-ray players. The new USB flavor could also turn computers into real charging stations. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Choosing DVD+R Media Versus DVD-R M... Nov 5, 2009
Although there was a DVD format battle similar to Blu-Ray versus HD-DVD, it became a non-issue because both formats are very similar ... Modern DVD players, other than those with Blu-Ray capability, can be bought for less than $50 and they contain modern upgrades such as an HDMI port and upconversion ... Those who need newer DVD formats such as BD-R (Blu-Ray Recordable) should check the software's specifications to see if an upgrade is needed. (Suite101.com)
Best Buy Movie Downloads: Is the Death of the DVD Nigh? Nov 4, 2009
According to a Harris poll published in June of this year, more U.S. homes had a high-def player than the year before but still, for Blu-ray and 11 percent for HD-DVD, a format thats already pass. At the same time, almost half of U.S. consumers owned an HDTV in June, and the number is undoubtedly higher now. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Netflix Announces Upcoming Schedule of Events with the Financial Community Nov 4, 2009
These devices currently include Blu ray disc players and new Internet TVs from LG Electronics; Blu ray disc players from Samsung and Best Buy's Insignia brand; the Roku digital video player; Microsoft's Xbox 360 game console; TiVo digital video recorders; and, soon, the PS3 computer entertainment system and Internet TVs from Sony and VIZIO. For more information, visit. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Landau Still Taken By Direction Of 'North By Northwest' Nov 4, 2009
Film To Screen At AFI Fest LA; Making Blu-Ray Debut ... Also making its 50th anniversary debut on DVD and Blu-ray Tuesday (Warner Home Video), "North by Northwest" stars Cary Grant as Roger Thornhill, a free-wheeling advertising executive who is mistaken for a key government agent by Phillip Vandamm (James Mason) and his spy organization ... The film's late screenwriter, Ernest Lehman once described "North by Northwest" -- which received a $1 million restoration in preparation of its Blu-ray... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Ultra-High Definition Television Coming as Early as 2017 Nov 4, 2009
Shop the Big Blu-ray Sale at Amazon. Featuring a resolution of up to sixteen times that of current high def standards, and twenty two channel audio, UHD is the next step forward for television. (Multichannel News)
Will Ferrell Nov 3, 2009
SECTIONS CHANNELS ; GET GAMES. The popular comedian roasts a not-so-popular president. (IGN FilmForce)
The Best Travel Gadgets of 2009 Nov 3, 2009
The Slingbox Pro-HD allows you to control and watch video from a gaggle of high-definition* and standard-definition sources, including your cable box, DVR or DVD (Blu-ray too. player, all through the magic of the Internet. (Time.com)
About DVD Movie Copying Software Nov 2, 2009
AnyDVD is a shareware program that does the same thing and works with HD DVD and Blu-Ray disks as well. There are many users that are happy with both drivers. (Suite101.com)
HDTV can't do 3-D ... yet Nov 2, 2009
A: Some recent releases are available in 3-D on standard and Blu-ray discs, but the technology is just an improved version of what started the 3-D craze in the 1950s - stereoscopic images viewed through cardboard glasses with two different-colored plastic lenses. HDTV sets can't reproduce today's movie-theater 3-D, which is generated by using dual projectors and viewed with polarized glasses. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
