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HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'T2 Endoskull Complete Collector's Set' Blu-ray $87.49 at Amazon[teaser]If you were waiting for the price of the 'Terminator 2: Complete Collector's Set (w/Endoskull Bust)' to drop, Amazon has just slashed the price in half.[/teaser] Now the online retailer is selling this ultimate set of James Cameron's sci-fi masterpiece on Blu-ray for $87.49 (50 percent off the suggested list price). Click here to be linked to the offer. Don't forget, the collection also qualifies for free Super Saver Shipping (where applicable).Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Sony Details 'Labyrinth' & 'The Dark Crystal' Blu-rays[teaser]Sony has provided details for the two classic Jim Henson titles heading to high-definition in late September. [/teaser] Both 'Labyrinth,' starring David Bowie, and 'The Dark Crystal' are coming to Blu-ray on September 29. The films will be presented in 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 (2.40:1) video and will have a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack. Supplements for 'Labyrinth' include a Making of Documentary: Inside The Labyrinth, Commentary with Brian Froud, Journey through the Labyrinth: "Kingdom of Characters", Journey through the Labyrinth: "The Quest for Goblin City", and a picture-in-picture feature: The Storytellers. Supplements for 'The Dark Crystal' include a Commentary with Brian Froud, Storyboard Track, The Book of Thra: Dark Crystal Collector, SkekTek's Crystal Challenge Trivia Game, Original Skeksis Language - Test Scenes with Introduction by Screenwriter David Odell, Deleted Scenes, The World of 'The Dark Crystal,' Reflections of the Dark Crystal: "Light on the Path of Creation." and Reflections of the Dark Crystal: "Shard of Illusion." Suggested list price for each Blu-ray has been set at $27.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Labyrinth' and 'The Dark Crystal' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under September 29.Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Consumer Electronic Sales Down For First Time In 8 Years[teaser]Blu-ray sales continue to grow despite down economy.[/teaser] The Consumer Electronics Association released a midyear forecast, stating that consumer electronics revenues will decline for the first time since 2001. According to the report, CE revenues will drop 7.7 percent, down to about $165 billion by the end of 2009, but resurgence is expected in 2010. The good news, according to the report, is that while sales are down, they’re not as far down as other industries. Compared to auto sales and home sales, says the CEA, consumer electronics are doing amazingly well. The report also mentions that while revenue is down, sales are actually up in many cases. LCD sales jumped 24 percent, but due to lower prices and an increased demand for midsized displays, they’ll be coming up shorter than last year financially. Blu-ray players of course, remain an incredible growth market, which the CEA says will end at over double last year’s sales and revenue. Six million players will be shipped by the year’s end, with revenues jumping to over a billion dollars. Explaining the trend of consumer electronics success was CEA President and CEO Gary Shapiro. “American consumers continue to purchase CE products despite cutting back in many areas, showing that consumer electronics are vital to everyday life in this country.”Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Fireproof' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]'Growing Pains' star Kirk Cameron turns up the heat in high-definition this fall. [/teaser] Sony is bringing the romantic drama 'Fireproof' to Blu-ray on September 8. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video, and a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and a ton of supplements including: Commentary with Co-Writer/Director Alex Kendrick and Co-Writer/Producer Stephen Kendrick, Deleted Scenes with Director's Introduction, Firegoofs, Fireproof: Behind the Scenes, Marriage, Fireproof in 60 with Director's Introduction, Wayne on Wayne, Love Dare Promo, Filming a Movie in 30 Days: FIREPROOF Video Blog, Wayne's Firehouse, Fun with Mr. Rudolph, and a Music Video: “Slow Fade” by Casting Crowns. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $28.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Fireproof' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 8.Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Download 3D Movies At Home![teaser]CinemaNow, Sonic Solutions work to bring 3D to PCs, TVs.[/teaser] Sometimes technology moves amazingly quickly. Just 10 years ago, the idea of downloading a movie in a matter of minutes seemed impossible, email was still a bit too niche for professional communication, and flying cars still hadn’t hit the market. Scratch that last one. Some technology seems to move very slowly, and the 3D movie is a prime example. Finally though, the dream of every boy and girl raised in the 50s is coming true, 3D movies in the home are a reality. According to a recent press release, CinemaNow will be working with Nvida, Mitusbishi and Samsung, in an aim to bring 3D movies to their popular download service. “Ultimately, we believe Blu-ray will be the dominant format for the distribution of 3D content” commented Michael DiMaria, VP of Product Management for CinemaNow. While many PCs and televisions are 3D capable already, there is a demand for 3D content, but Blu-ray publishers have yet to agree on a technology standard. That’s where CinemaNow comes in. "We see an opportunity to bridge that time gap.” said DiMaria “We think anyone who's buying this technology, especially in the early-adopter stages, they're going to want to throw at it what they can find. We want to make sure our player can play back whatever content someone reasonably has”Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Audition: Collector's Edition' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Shout! Factory has announced 'Audition' for a high-definition release this fall. [/teaser] The Takashi Miike horror film will be released on Blu-ray in a 2-disc Collector's Edition on October 6. There's no word on tech specs or extras as of yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Audition: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6.Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Toshiba To Produce Blu-ray Player By Year’s End[teaser]It looks like Blu-ray sales are just too big to ignore.[/teaser] We reported a few weeks ago on the statement by Toshiba President Atsutoshi Nishida that his company was finally considering a jump into Blu-ray production. It seems Mr. Nishida had an ace or two up his sleeve. According to the Daily Yomiuri, a prominent Japanese newspaper, Toshiba will be entering the Blu-ray market before the year is over. According to their source, Toshiba was reticent to join the Blu-ray team after the failure of HD-DVD, and was in fact working on a new format to try and overtake Blu-ray, but with the market as big as it is, Blu-ray became impossible to ignore. Expect to see Toshiba Blu-ray players by this holiday season. Recorders on the other hand, will not be part of the new strategy, as Toshiba feels that the demand for Blu-ray recorders is unlikely to increase.Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 07:30 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray to Come Alive with Dinosaurs[teaser]Image Entertainment has announced the documentary ' Dinosaurs Alive!' narrated by Michael Douglas for a Blu-ray release on October 6 .[/teaser] The release will feature 1080p video, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include full-length making-of featurette (HD), Meet the Creatures, and a Dinosaur Quiz. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has not yet been announced. You can find the latest specs for 'Dinosaurs Alive!' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6.Posted Wed Jul 22, 2009 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'RocknRolla' Blu-ray $14.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon has a steal of a deal for 'RocknRolla' on Blu-ray.[/teaser] The online retailer is selling the Guy Ritchie gangster flick starring Tom Wilkinson and Gerard Butler for just $14.99 (58 percent off suggested list price). Click here to be linked to the offer. Don't miss out on this film for a fantastic price.Posted Tue Jul 21, 2009 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
'Logan's Run' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The sci-fi classic starring Michael York and the late Farrah Fawcett will sprint to Blu-ray later this year. [/teaser] Warner will bring 'Logan's Run' to high-definition on November 3. Specs haven't been finalized as of yet, but supplements will include: Commentary by Michael Anderson, Michael York & Bill Thomas; A Look Into the 23rd Century; and a Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has not yet been detailed. You can find the latest specs for 'Logan's Run' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 3.Posted Tue Jul 21, 2009 at 01:00 PM PDT by:
