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Netflix Conference Call Reveals Subscriber Statistics[teaser]The possibility of picking up HBO, iPhone apps, and new streaming content were also discussed. [/teaser] If you hadn’t guessed, Netflix is doing amazingly well. Their streaming service, for starters, is built into practically every new device that comes out. It’s in all three major gaming consoles as well as Blu-ray players, receivers and televisions. But it’s not just streaming that’s doing well. Netflix boasted a million new subscribers in the last quarter of 2009, which brings them up to twelve million. Around fifty percent of those have used the streaming service. Ten percent of those subscribers are getting Blu-ray disks as well. That brings the number of people ponying up the extra couple of bucks for Blu-ray up to over a million. The iPhone was mentioned in the call, but Netflix execs said that they haven’t considered an iPhone app yet. Of course, any new iPhone app would be compatible with the newly launched iPad, making a streaming application for Apple devices that much more interesting. It’s already been shown that Silverlight can be made to work on the iPhone, so this is definitely a possibility. They also spent some time talking about trying to compete with HBO and Showtime. “At this point we are looking to try to work with the existing pay TV services,” said Reed Hastings, CEO of Netflix. She added, “We are a distributor for Starz now. We would like to be for Showtime, HBO and Epics. That is the relationship that we want as opposed to trying to bid against them.” Source: Seeking AlphaPosted Fri Jan 29, 2010 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Ninja Assassin' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]More martial arts action will pounce on Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has revealed 'Ninja Assassin' will receive the high-definition treatment on March 16. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and alternate scenes. Exclusive to the Blu-ray will be a few more items, including: The Story of the Ninja: Myth, Lore, Training and Combat; The Extreme Sport of a Ninja: an elite group of noted freerunners, martial artists and gymnasts brings to life the breathtaking and bloody action; Training Rain: transforming a singer/dancer/actor into a powerful ninja; and 'Clash of the Titans' sneak peek. The release will also include a DVD and digital copy. You can find the latest specs for 'Ninja Assassin' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 16.Posted Fri Jan 29, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'City of the Living Dead' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Lucio Fulci will unleash a city of zombies onto the high-definition format in May. [/teaser] Blue Underground will bring the horror film 'City of the Living Dead' to Blu-ray on May 25. Technical specs have yet to be announced, but supplements will include a Making of 'City of the Living Dead' featurette; The English trailer; The Italian trailer; Radio spots; and a still gallery. Blu-ray exclusives will include Acting Among the Living Dead – Interview with Star Catriona MacColl; Entering the Gates of Hell – Interview with Star Giovanni Lombardo Radice; Memories of the Maestro; and poster and still gallery. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'City of the Living Dead' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 25.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 01:10 PM PST by: -
'Smokin' Aces: The Franchise Collection' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Get both films for a great price this March. [/teaser] Universal Studios will release 'Smokin' Aces: The Franchise Collection' on Blu-ray on March 23. The 2-disc set will contain both 'Smokin' Aces' and 'Smokin' Aces 2 - Assassins' Ball.' Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Smokin' Aces: The Franchise Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 23.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Save $5 on 'Michael Jackson's: This Is It' Blu-ray[teaser]Amazon is currently running a promotion allowing customers to save $5 on 'Michael Jackson's: This Is It' with the purchase of another select Blu-ray. [/teaser] Simply click this link to be taken to the page where you can add the King of Pop's film and another qualifying title to your cart to receive the bonus discount. The promotion is in effect from now until February 8.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Ricky, Julian, and Bubbles are back in high-definition this February. [/teaser] Screen Media Films has just announced 'Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day' for Blu-ray on February 23. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but suggested list price is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 23.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'The Slammin' Salmon' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The latest comedy from the twisted minds behind 'Super Troopers' will be swimming upstream on the river Blu in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment is bringing 'The Slammin' Salmon' starring Michael Clarke Duncan and the Broken Lizard Comedy Troupe to Blu-ray on April 13. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Slammin' Salmon' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 13.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Cocoon: 25th Anniversary Edition' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 80's classic directed by Ron Howard will make high-definition feel younger this April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, it seems 20th Century Fox is working on the 'Cocoon: 25th Anniversary Edition' starring Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Jessica Tandy, Steve Guttenberg and Brian Dennehy for a high-definition release on April 6. Specs are still unknown, but supplements will include: an audio commentary with Ron Howard, featurettes, TV spots, and trailers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Cocoon: 25th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 6.Posted Thu Jan 28, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'A Perfect Storm' Blu-ray $7.99 at Amazon[teaser]Set your high-definition collection sailing for under $8. [/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'A Perfect Storm' starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg for only $7.99 (72% off suggested list price). Click here to pick up this intense thriller for your Blu-ray library!Posted Wed Jan 27, 2010 at 12:35 PM PST by: -
'Tetro' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Acclaimed director Francis Ford Coppola's latest drama will have a high-definition release in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Tetro' will make its way to Blu-ray on April 6. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Tetro' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 6.Posted Wed Jan 27, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by:
