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PS3 Operating System Slims Down – New Features Could Come Soon (UPDATED)[teaser]The formerly bloated operating system used by PlayStation 3 consoles has been getting some stealth reductions in recent firmware updates. The PS3’s OS now takes up 70MB less of the main system RAM. [/teaser] You may have heard of the PS3’s impressive Cell processing. It’s being used in all sorts of fields including Toshiba’s CELL TV. It’s a great processor and it still hasn’t truly reached its full potential. But games can still run slow, Blu-rays can still load slowly, and the Xross Media Bar still gets unresponsive every now and then. One of the main chokepoints for the PS3 is the incredibly small amount of RAM used in the system. The graphics processor has 256MB and the main system processor has 256MB. The Xbox 360 has the same 512MB of ram, but it's shared between the two, which means when it's not needed for one process, it can be used for another. Combine this with the obscene amount of RAM taken up by the operating system – originally a 120MB footprint – and you’ve got a recipe for system slowdown. Sony knows that the limited RAM is a problem and they’ve been addressing it by slimming down their operating system over the last few firmware updates. The formerly chunky 120MB footprint has been cut by more than half. It’s now down to 50MB. This should result in a slight improvement in system performance, though nothing’s been announced at this point. At the very least, the extra 70MB should help to avoid some system bottlenecks. It’s more likely though, that this space was freed up to add more in demand features. Source: JoystiqPosted Thu Feb 25, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'It's Complicated' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Full details are in for the hilarious hit comedy complicating matters on high-definition this April. [/teaser] As previously reported, Universal will release Nancy Meyer's 'It's Complicated' starring Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin on Blu-ray on April 27. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Feature commentary with writer, director and producer Nancy Meyers, executive producer Suzanne McNeill Farwell, director of photography John Toll and editor Joseph Hutshing; and The Making of It's Complicated. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'It's Complicated' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 27.Posted Thu Feb 25, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'The Mel Brooks Collection' Blu-ray $55.99 at Amazon[teaser]Nine Mel Brooks classics on Blu-ray for one ridiculous price! [/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'The Mel Brooks Collection' (containing 'The Twelve Chairs,' 'Blazing Saddles,' 'Young Frankenstein,' 'Silent Movie,' 'High Anxiety,' 'History of the World: Part 1,' 'To Be or Not To Be,' 'Spaceballs,' and 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights') in high-definition for just $55.99 (60% off suggested list price). Click here to add this great set to your home library!Posted Thu Feb 25, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Jennifer's Body' Blu-ray $12.99 at Amazon[teaser]Own Megan Fox as a cheerleading succubus for under $13.[/teaser] The online retailer is selling the demonic horror flick 'Jennifer's Body' for just $12.99 (68% off suggested list price). Click here to take advantage of this devilishly hot sale!Posted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
'Spartacus' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 50th Anniversary Edition of Stanley Kubrick's epic film will climb into the high-definition chariot this May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, it seems Universal will be releasing 'Spartacus: 50th Anniversary Edition' starring Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Tony Curtis, and Peter Ustinov on Blu-ray on May 25. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, most likely a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted Scenes, Interview with Peter Ustinov, Interview with Jean Simmons, Behind-the-Scenes Footage, Vintage Newsreels, Theatrical Trailer, Production Stills, Concept Art, Costume Designs, Saul Bass Storyboards, Posters & Print Ads, My Scenes, and BD-Live. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Spartacus: 50th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 25.Posted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Clerks' Blu-ray $14.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon has a great Blu-ray deal for Kevin Smith fans.[/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'Clerks' for just $14.99 (63% off the suggested list price). Click here to be linked to the offer and you can read Nate Boss' highly recommended review here!Posted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Monsters vs. Aliens' 3D Blu-ray Hits UK in March – Only From Samsung[teaser]Overseas customers who pick up a 3D capable Blu-ray player or TV from Samsung will have first dibs on nabbing 'Monsters vs. Aliens' in 3D. [/teaser] Samsung loves 'Monsters vs Aliens.' They showed it off at their CES press conference, even going so far as to bring Jeffrey Katzenberg up on stage to talk about 3D. They had it on display on almost every 3D display at their booth. Now they’ve taken it a step further. Samsung’s 3D components hit UK shelves in March, and they’re coming with a bonus. Anyone who purchases a 3D capable Samsung television or Blu-ray player in the UK will get a copy of the 3D 'Monsters vs. Aliens' Blu-ray. There has been no announcement for US markets, so it looks like our friends overseas may be getting a DVD release before us. It’s hard not to be a little jealous, but pack-in items being what they are, you may end up with a few copies of 'Monsters vs. Aliens,' just like in the early days of DVD when they couldn’t give out enough copies of 'Lost in Space.' Source: Tech RadarPosted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Blu-ray Takes 'The Shortcut'[teaser]A creepy old man dwells in the high-definition woods this May. [/teaser] In another retailer announcement, Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment has announced 'The Shortcut' for a high-definition release on May 25. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $17.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Shortcut' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 25.Posted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Dolan's Cadillac' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The thriller based on the Stephen king story driving onto high-definition in April has been detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Eagle Entertainment is preparing 'Dolan's Cadillac' starring Christian Slater for Blu-ray release on April 6. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include cast/crew interviews, a behind-the-scenes featurette, and B-roll footage. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Dolan's Cadillac' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 6.Posted Wed Feb 24, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'The Matrix' Blu-ray $13.99 at Amazon[teaser]If you're a fan of digibook-style Blu-rays, Amazon has an excellent deal on the hit sci-fi smash.[/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'The Matrix' starring Keanu Reeves for just $13.99 (60% off suggested list price). Click here to be linked to the offer and order your copy of this reference-quality disc today!Posted Tue Feb 23, 2010 at 01:00 PM PST by:
