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BenQ Releases PV270 Photo and Video Editing Monitor, Price Set for $899[teaser]The new 27-inch QHD display is designed for professional editing.[/teaser] BenQ has announced the launch of its latest monitor. The PV270 is geared toward photographers looking for a display with reliable color performance to edit stills and video. "Photo editing and video post-production are intense art forms demanding reliable color throughout the entire workflow," said J.Y. Hu, vice president, business line management at BenQ America Corp. "That's why we enabled the BenQ PV270 to cover a wider color gamut and offer precise calibration tools that ultimately deliver uncompromising color performance users can rely on." The PV270 features a 27-inch LED IPS LCD panel with a QHD resolution of 2560 x 1440, a 16:9 aspect ratio, and a 1000:1 native contrast ratio. In addition, the display offers robust color space coverage with support for 99% of the Adobe RGB color gamut, 100% of the Rec. 709 color gamut, and 96% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Here's a rundown of key features from the press release: - 27" W Large Screen 2560 x 1440 QHD Resolution- 99% Adobe RGB, 100% Rec. 709, 96% DCI-P3 color gamut with IPS Technology- Hardware calibration with 14bit 3D LUT- Palette Master Color Calibration Software included- Brightness uniformity- Technicolor® Color certified- Monitor hood included- 5-year warranty with zero-pixel defect guarantee for the first 6 months BenQ's 27-inch PV270 monitor is now available for a suggested retail price of $899. Beyond monitors, the company also recently announced the new HT8050 home theater projector. According to the company, the device is now the world's first DLP 4K UHD projector to receive THX HD Display certification. Source: BenQ via TWICEPosted Thu Mar 9, 2017 at 06:30 AM PST by: -
Netflix Unveils Trailer for 'Ingobernable,' Streaming Premiere Set for March 24[teaser]The new Mexican Original Series will start streaming later this month.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for its upcoming show 'Ingobernable.' The first season will consist of fifteen episodes. Kate del Castillo (The 33, La Reina del Sur) and Erik Hayser (Las Aparicio, Los Miserables) will be portraying the President and First Lady of Mexico. Emilia Urquiza, is the First Lady of Mexico with big plans to improve conditions for the country through her commitment to fighting for peace. She is a woman with a strong personality, conviction and clear ideas that make her capable of doing anything. As Emilia starts to lose faith in her husband, President Diego Nava, she finds herself at a crossroad where she will need to find a way to deal with a great challenge and uncover the truth. The presidential couple will be joined by their two children Maria Nava Urquiza (Alicia Jaziz, Black Sheep, Gloria ) and Emiliano Nava Urquiza (Alessio Valentini,Yo Soy Pepito, Hasta que te Conocí). Check out the trailer below! 'Ingobernable' comes from creators Epigmenio Ibarra, Veronica Velasco, and Natasha Ybarra-Klor. In addition, Epigmenio Ibarra and Veronica Velasco also serve as executive producers while Natasha Ybarra-Klor is on board as lead writer and co-executive producer. The show is directed by Pedro Pablo Ibarra "Pitipol" and Jose Luis Garcia Agraz. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Love' season two on March 10, 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'Grace and Frankie' season three on March 24, 'The Discovery' on March 31, '13 Reasons Why' on March 31, 'The Get Down - Part II' on April 7, 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' on April 14, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, 'Girlboss' on April 21, 'Bill Nye Saves the World' on April 21, 'Dear White People' on April 28, 'Casting JonBenet' on April 28, 'Anne' on May 12, 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season three on May 19, 'War Machine' on May 26, 'House of Cards' season five on May 30, 'Orange is the New Black' season five on June 9, 'Naked' on August 11, and 'Stranger Things' season two on October 31. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Thu Mar 9, 2017 at 05:30 AM PST by: -
Turner & Warner Bros. Prep Boomerang Cartoon Streaming Service[teaser]The upcoming SVOD platform promises to offer all your favorite cartoons in one place.[/teaser] Turner and Warner Bros. have announced plans to launch a new ad-free subscription streaming service called Boomerang. The digital platform will serve as an extension of the traditional Boomerang TV channel, offering a similar lineup of content along with some exclusive titles. Boomerang will provide access to a growing collection of cartoons from the company's animation library, including content from Hanna-Barbera, Looney Tunes, and MGM. Titles will be added weekly and content will include classic shows like 'Scooby-Doo,' 'Tom & Jerry,' 'The Jetsons,' and 'The Flintstones,' along with new exclusive original shows like 'Dorothy and the Wizard Of Oz' and 'Wacky Races.' Likewise, Boomerang will also be home to never before seen episodes of shows like 'New Looney Tunes' and 'Be Cool Scooby-Doo.' Here's a full rundown of service highlights per the Boomerang website: - New originals and classic shows you can't get anywhere else- Shows you loved that your kids can watch with you- New content added every week- Full seasons of Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry and Looney Tunes- Never before seen episodes of New Looney Tunes, Be Cool Scooby-Doo, Tom and Jerry, Bunnicula and more!- More classics like the Flintstones, the Jetsons and much, much more- All our new shows, classic cartoons and movies in one exclusive place The Boomerang subscription streaming service is set to launch in the US on Web, iOS, and Android platforms this spring for $4.99 per month (with 7-day free trial) or $39.99 per year (with 30-day free trial). Support for more platforms is expected to be added later this year. Sources: Boomerang, VarietyPosted Wed Mar 8, 2017 at 05:00 PM PST by: -
Netflix Teases 'Naked' Starring Marlon Wayans & Regina Hall[teaser]The romantic comedy will hit Netflix in August.[/teaser] Netflix has released a teaser for its latest original movie, 'Naked.' The romcom stars Marlon Wayans ('White Chicks,' 'Scary Movie') and is set to premiere through Netflix on August 11. When Rob Anderson (Marlon Wayans), a charming man-child, arrives in Charleston the night before he is about to marry the woman of every man's dreams, Megan Swope (Regina Hall), he hasn't written his vows, learned the steps for the first dance, or even remembered to bring the ring. Instead of taking care of his responsibilities, Rob goes out for a night on the town with his best man (Jonathan Todd Jackson). Then something unexpected happens... Rob wakes up naked in an elevator with no idea how he got there. When the elevator doors open Rob is shocked to find that it's late in the morning and he has only one hour to get to the church or miss his own wedding. He tries desperately to get to the chapel, streaking through a city marathon, stealing clothes, avoiding capture by local police, a near death confrontation with a vicious motorcycle gang, and many other obstacles only to find himself waking up in the elevator again and again. Some unknown force has conspired to make Rob live this hour repeatedly until he finally grows up and becomes the man that his amazing fiancée deserves to marry. Check out the teaser below! The movie is directed by Michael Tiddes ('A Haunted House,' 'Fifty Shades of Black') and is written by Cory Koller, Marlon Wayans and Rick Alvarez. Marlon Wayans, Rick Alvarez ('White Chicks,' 'Marlon'), Todd Garner ('The True Memoirs of an International Assassin') and Ryan Lewis ('Chosen') are all on board as producers. In addition, Sean Robins, Michael Flynn and Paul Hanson serve as executive producers. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Love' season two on March 10, 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'Grace and Frankie' season three on March 24, 'The Discovery' on March 31, '13 Reasons Why' on March 31, 'The Get Down - Part II' on April 7, 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' on April 14, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, 'Girlboss' on April 21, 'Bill Nye Saves the World' on April 21, 'Dear White People' on April 28, 'Casting JonBenet' on April 28, 'Anne' on May 12, 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season three on May 19, 'War Machine' on May 26, 'House of Cards' season five on May 30, 'Orange is the New Black' season five on June 9, and 'Stranger Things' season two on October 31. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Mar 8, 2017 at 04:30 PM PST by: -
Sonos Reveals PLAYBASE Sound Stand Speaker, Price Set for $699[teaser]The company's latest audio device has been detailed.[/teaser] Sonos has announced the upcoming launch of its newest home audio product, the PLAYBASE. The thin speaker is designed to sit under a customer's TV, offering home theater sound and music streaming. "When we think about what product we’ll invent next, we think first about the home, and the role each of our products play in the home. What we realized is that PLAYBAR only met the need of the small percentage of homes where people mount their televisions on the wall," said Sonos CEO, Patrick Spence. "We saw a tremendous opportunity to deliver great sound in great style for the majority of homes where the TV sits on a piece of furniture. It was a huge challenge where we pushed the boundaries of design, acoustics, materials, wireless and software, and we can’t wait for people to bring it home." The PLAYBASE can support TVs up to 77 pounds, measures just 58 mm in height, and features 10 custom-designed drivers with dedicated amplifiers, including six mid-range, three tweeters, and one woofer. The device can connect to home theater displays through an optical cable. Likewise, the speaker can expand to other rooms by connecting wirelessly to a user's Sonos home sound system, providing robust music streaming support with access to more than 80 music services. "We have built a product that can not only handle the complexities of home theater – delivering open and natural sound, clear dialogue, and immersive bass that fills the room – but also fits perfectly in any home environment,” said Giles Martin, Sound Experience Leader at Sonos. The Sonos PLAYBASE ($699) will start shipping on April 4. Pre-orders are now available exclusively for current Sonos owners. Source: SonosPosted Wed Mar 8, 2017 at 07:30 AM PST by: -
BBC Worldwide & ITV Launch BritBox Streaming Service for $7 per Month[teaser]The British streaming platform is now available in the US.[/teaser] BBC Worldwide & ITV have announced the launch of their BritBox SVOD service in the US market. The platform includes an extensive digital catalogue of British Content through an ad-free subscription plan. "BBC and ITV are known for a vast array of diverse and award-winning programming that fans in the U.S. love and want to watch," said Soumya Sriraman, President, BritBox. "Those fans now have a one-of-a-kind SVOD service option that offers a single point of access to an extensive collection of outstanding British programming to discover and enjoy." BritBox includes streaming access to several drama premieres never-before-seen in the US, including 'New Blood,' 'Tutankhamun,' 'The Moonstone,' and 'In The Dark,' along with season premieres of drama favorites like 'Cold Feet' and 'Silent Witness.' In addition, the platform's "Now" category features a collection of soaps and shows that will be available as soon as 24 hours after their UK broadcast, including titles like 'Eastenders,' 'Emmerdale,' and 'Holby City.' Likewise, the service also offers a library of British classics like 'Brideshead Revisited,' 'Pride and Prejudice,' 'Upstairs Downstairs,' 'State of Play,' 'Inspector Morse,' 'Rosemary and Thyme,' 'Keeping Up Appearances,' 'Fawlty Towers' and more. Finally, BritBox includes curated playlists of content as well, including "Best of British Comedy," "Iconic Detectives," "Literary Adaptations," and "Very British Beginnings" -- which spotlights actors such as Daniel Craig and Emily Blunt early in their careers. BritBox is now available in the US for $6.99 per month through the web, AppleTV, iPhone, iPad, and Android mobile phones and tablets. Support for Roku and Chromecast will be added soon as well. New users can also receive an introductory free trial. Source: PR NewswirePosted Wed Mar 8, 2017 at 06:30 AM PST by: -
Netflix Debuts Trailer for '13 Reasons Why,' Streaming Premiere Set for March 31[teaser]The new streaming series will premiere on Netflix later this month.[/teaser] Following an initial teaser, Netflix has released a full trailer for its upcoming original series, '13 Reasons Why.' The show is set to premiere on March 31 and comes from executive producers Tom McCarthy, Brian Yorkey, Selena Gomez, Joy Gorman, and Kristel Laiblin. Based on the best-selling books by Jay Asher, the Netflix Original Series 13 Reasons Why follows Clay Jensen (Dylan Minnette) as he returns home from school to find a mysterious box with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker—his classmate and crush—who tragically committed suicide two weeks earlier. On tape, Hannah explains that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Will Clay be one of them? Check out the official trailer below! Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Love' season two on March 10, 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'Grace and Frankie' season three on March 24, 'The Discovery' on March 31, 'The Get Down - Part II' on April 7, 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' on April 14, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, 'Girlboss' on April 21, 'Bill Nye Saves the World' on April 21, 'Dear White People' on April 28, 'Casting JonBenet' on April 28, 'Anne' on May 12, 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season three on May 19, 'War Machine' on May 26, 'House of Cards' season five on May 30, 'Orange is the New Black' season five on June 9, and 'Stranger Things' season two on October 31. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Mar 8, 2017 at 05:30 AM PST by: -
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Tidal Force Announces Premium Certified HDMI Cables & Planar Magnetic Headphones[teaser]The products mark the company's entry into the high performance audio/video market.[/teaser] Tidal Force has announced two new products for the AV market. The lineup includes premium certified HDMI cables and High-Fidelity Planar Magnetic Headphones. The HDMI cables have been tested to ensure support for the full 18Gbps bandwidth from the HDMI 2.0b specification. Likewise, the cables carry the Premium HDMI Cable Certification Label, designating reliable performance for 4k Ultra HD signals up to 2160p @ 50/60 Hz and advanced features such as higher frame rates, cinema wide 21:9 aspect ratio, HDR, expanded color spaces including BT.2020 colorimetry, 4:4:4 chroma sampling, CEC extensions, up to 32 channels of audio and 1536 kHz audio sampling frequency. Here's a rundown of additional key features per the press release: - 24K Gold-plated connectors & higher thickness of gold-plated contact pins create precise contact for low signal loss. - Tidal Force Super Shield-Assembly of the metal top and bottom shield act as a highly effective EMI shield from wireless sources and offers excellent structural integrity. - High Quality Cable-Twisted-pair construction reduces cross talk with impendence matched. Triple-layer shielding provides superior isolation. (Protective PVC Jacket, Copper Braid Shield, 95% Aluminized Mylar foil.) - Diameter 6.9mm - Aluminum End caps Beyond cables, the company is also launching its new Wave 5 open-backed headphones with planar magnetic drivers. The magnetic drivers are like a crossbreed between dynamic diaphragms and electrostatic drivers, offering high-end sound. Here's a rundown of key specs per the press release: - Style: Open back - Transducer type: Planar magnetic - Magnet type: Neodymium - Driver Size: 56 mm - Maximum SPL: 100dB/1mW at 1 kHz - Frequency response: 16~50 kHz - Total harmonic distortion: Less than 1% at 1mW，1kHz - Impedance: 42Ω ±10% at 1kHz - Weight: 480g Tidal Force Wave 5 headphones are expected to launch in April for a suggested retail price of $299.99. Meanwhile, the Tidal Force Premium Certified HDMI cables are available now in 1, 2 and 3 meter sizes for $14.99, $19.99, and $29.99. Source: Tidal ForcePosted Tue Mar 7, 2017 at 02:30 PM PST by: -
Jason Isaacs and Mary Wiseman Join Cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery'[teaser]The upcoming streaming series has cast its Captain.[/teaser] CBS has announced the addition of Jason Isaacs and Mary Wiseman to the cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery.' The actors now join previously announced cast members Sonequa Martin-Green, Doug Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Anthony Rapp, Chris Obi, Shazad Latif, Mary Chieffo, James Frain, Terry Serpico, Maulik Pancholy, and Sam Vartholomeos. Star Trek, one of the most iconic and influential global television franchises, returns to television 50 years after it first premiered with STAR TREK: DISCOVERY. The series will feature a new ship, new characters, and new missions, while embracing the same ideology and hope for the future that inspired a generation of dreamers and doers. While a launch date has not been revealed yet, the series is set to air a special premiere episode on the CBS Television Network. Following that initial broadcast, all first run episodes of the show will be available exclusively through the CBS All Access streaming platform in the US. In addition, the series will stream globally (outside of the US and Canada) through Netflix. Here's a rundown of the new characters per CBS: Jason Isaacs will star as "Captain Lorca," Captain of the Starship Discovery. Isaacs' current and upcoming credits include "The OA" on Netflix and Weinstein Company's "Hotel Mumbai."Mary Wiseman will star as "Tilly," a Starfleet Academy Cadet in her final year of study, assigned to the Starship Discovery. Wiseman, a recent graduate of Juilliard, can also be seen in "Baskets" on FX. CBS All Access offers next day streaming for new episodes of many popular shows and a library of over 8,500 on demand episodes, including content from current programs like 'Elementary' and classic series like 'Cheers.' Likewise, customers in more than 150 markets across the US -- including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and Philadelphia -- can watch live local CBS broadcasts through the app. The service is available in two subscription plans: reduced commercials for $5.99 per month or commercial-free for $9.99 per month. The commercial free option offers ad-free playback of on demand content and upcoming original shows. With that said, live streaming will still include the same commercials found in standard over-the-air broadcasts. The service is currently available through the Xbox One, PS4, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote, Roku players, Roku TVs, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox 360, and Windows 10, iOS and Android products. New customers can sign up for a one week free trial now at https://www.cbs.com/allaccess. Sources: CBSPosted Tue Mar 7, 2017 at 10:45 AM PST by: -
Motor Trend OnDemand Expands Support to Google Chromecast[teaser]The automotive SVOD/OTT service is now available through Google's streaming dongle. [/teaser] TEN: The Enthusiast Network has announced the expansion of its Motor Trend OnDemand stand-alone automotive streaming service to the Chromecast. The service offers over 2,000 hours of original and live content, real-time racing events, and Formula 1 and IndyCar archives. "With our Chromecast launch, subscribers now have another way to watch their favorite Motor Trend OnDemand content with friends and family from the comfort of their living rooms," says TEN CEO Scott Dickey. "This launch reflects TEN's 11th platform launch for Motor Trend OnDemand and our continued dedication to providing auto enthusiasts the ability to view premier automotive content anywhere they want." With Motor Sport OnDemand through Chromecast, users can now stream the platform's content from a phone, tablet, or desktop directly to any TV that has an HDMI port. The service provides access to live streaming, archive material, original content, and a schedule of racing events. Available real-time motorsport racing and enthusiast events include Pirelli World Challenge, Blancpain GT Series, DTM, and Lamborghini Super Trofeo, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, and Goodwood Festival of Speed. Likewise, Motor Trend OnDemand provides exclusive first-look access, bonus episodes, and behind-the-scenes footage from its popular lineup of original programming like 'Roadkill,' 'Head 2 Head,' 'Dirt Every Day,' 'Ignition,' 'Hot Rod Garage,' and more. In addition to Chromecast, Motor Trend OnDemand is also available through Xbox One, Xbox 360, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Roku, and Android devices, as well as the web. Likewise, the service is available as an add-on subscription for Amazon Prime subscribers. New members can sign up for a free 30-day trial now. Source: Motor Trend OnDemandPosted Tue Mar 7, 2017 at 09:30 AM PST by:
