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Netflix Teases David Fincher's 'Mindhunter,' Streaming Premiere Set for October 2017[teaser]David Fincher's new series is coming to Netflix later this year.[/teaser] Netflix has released a teaser for its latest original series. 'Mindhunter' comes from Executive Producer David Fincher. An agent in the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit develops profiling techniques as he pursues notorious serial killers and rapists. MINDHUNTER features Jonathan Groff (Looking), Holt McCallanay (Sully), Anna Torv (Fringe) and Hannah Gross (Unless). The series is directed by David Fincher (Gone Girl, The Social Network, Zodiac), Asif Kapadia (Amy, Senna), Tobias Lindholm (A War, A Hijacking) and Andrew Douglas (The Amityville Horror, U Want Me 2 Kill Him?). Fincher, Joshua Donen (Gone Girl, The Quick and the Dead) Charlize Theron (Girlboss, Hatfields & McCoys) and Cean Chaffin (Gone Girl, Fight Club) are Executive Producers. Check out the teaser trailer below! An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the series is set to start streaming through Netflix in October. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Amy Schumer: The Leather Special' on March 7, '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 Thu Mar 2, 2017 at 02:30 PM PST by: -
Facebook Video App Launches on Apple TV & Samsung Smart TVs[teaser]The social media platform's new video app is now available through several devices.[/teaser] Facebook has announced the addition of its new video app to the Apple TV and Samsung Smart TVs. The app is now available through the fourth generation Apple TV and all Samsung 2015, 2016, and 2017 Smart TV models, including the company's new 2017 QLED TVs. "It is a pleasure to bring the world’s social network to Samsung Smart TV users, as well as continue to see the value of Samsung Smart TV, as a platform, growing," said Sangsook Han, Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "We will continue in our innovation on various fronts, including technologies and partnerships, to make sure our consumers can enjoy a wider variety of services." With the Facebook Video app, users can watch Facebook video content on the big screen, offering access to videos shared by friends or followed pages, top live videos from around the world, and recommended videos based on their interests. To start using Facebook Video, customers simply need to download the app through the Samsung Smart Hub or Apple TV app store and then enter their Facebook account login info. Beyond Samsung Smart TVs and the Apple TV, the Facebook Video app is also expected to launch on the Amazon Fire TV, Google Chromecast, and other media devices. Samsung's 2017 QLED lineup is now available for order and pre-order, with prices starting at $2,500. Meanwhile, the fourth generation Apple TV is currently available in 32GB ($149) and 64GB ($199) models. Outside of Facebook Video, the Apple TV also recently added support for the EPIX streaming app. Sources: Samsung, EngadgetPosted Thu Mar 2, 2017 at 02:00 PM PST by: -
Netflix Debuts Trailer for 'Amy Schumer: The Leather Special,' Streaming Premiere Set for March 7[teaser]The comedian is heading to Netflix next week.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for its latest original stand-up show. 'Amy Schumer: The Leather Special' was taped on November 5 at the Bellco Theater in Denver, and is set to premiere globally through Netflix on Tuesday, March 7. "As a comedian, actress, writer, director, producer and best-selling author, Amy Schumer is a boundless threat and a one-of-a-kind talent. We couldn't be more excited that she's making Netflix her home for her next stand-up comedy special," said Ted Sarandos, Chief Content Officer, Netflix. It's a rule: Every comedian's got to do a leather special. Emmy® and Peabody Award-winner Amy Schumer continues the tradition with jokes about having good vagina days, seeing your nude photo go viral, and more. "Totally fearless and always hilarious, Amy Schumer's bold & singular voice in comedy is a brilliant match for Netflix and our global comedy fans," said Lisa Nishimura, VP of Original Documentary and Comedy. Check out the official trailer below! "Very happy to be a part of the Netflix family for this special," said Schumer. "Maybe now they will look at my 'Stranger Things' audition tape to play the demogorgon for Season 2." 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 Thu Mar 2, 2017 at 12:15 PM PST by: -
Amazon Sets March 17 Premiere for Spring 2017 Pilot Lineup[teaser]Five new pilots will debut on Amazon later this month.[/teaser] Amazon has revealed its upcoming Spring 2017 pilot lineup. 'The Legend of Master Legend,' 'Budding Prospects,' 'The New V.I.P.'s,' 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' and 'Oasis' are all set to premiere through Amazon Video in the US, UK, Germany, Austria, and Japan on March 17. After watching, all viewers will then have the option to review the shows in order to help Amazon decide which titles get picked up for full seasons. "Pilots continue to be the best way to take risks, find voices and evolve the art form of television," said Joe Lewis, Head of Comedy, Drama & VR, Amazon Studios. "We're excited about these new worlds, characters and filmmakers. We’re looking forward to another Amazon Pilot Season and more great customer feedback." The Legend of Master Legend - The Legend of Master Legend is a dark comedy about the life of Frank Lafount, aka Master Legend -- a homemade superhero whose mission is to protect the people of Las Vegas from evil doers. Master Legend juggles the demands of justice with the even more complicated demands of his real family, who don’t see him as a hero at all. The Legend of Master Legend is executive produced by Youree Henley (20th Century Women), Joshuah Bearman (Argo) and David Klawans (Argo), along with executive producers and writers Micah Fitzerman-Blue (Transparent) and Noah Harpster (Transparent). The pilot is directed by James Ponsoldt (The Spectacular Now) and stars John Hawkes (Winter’s Bone), Dawnn Lewis (Major Crimes), Shea Whigham (Boardwalk Empire) and newcomer Anjelika Washington. Budding Prospects -In 1983, three hapless city boys move from their comfort zone of the San Francisco counter-culture to Mendacino to grow marijuana. Their expectations of the experience being a back-to-the-land, nurturing adventure in a beautiful rustic setting run up against the harsh truth prior to their arrival at "The Summer Camp" – a miserably run-down shanty out in the middle of nowhere, where they are bedeviled by rats, snakes, mosquitoes, and harsh, unfriendly growing conditions, noisy neighbors, dangerous locals, and menacing law enforcement. Budding Prospects is directed and executive produced by Terry Zwigoff (Bad Santa), executive produced by Vincent Landay (Her) and co-written by Melissa Axelrod. The pilot stars Adam Rose (Veronica Mars), Joel David Moore (Bones), Will Sasso (MADtv) and Brett Gelman (Fleabag). The New V.I.P.’s - Amazon’s first adult animated comedy show, The New V.I.P.’s follows a group of low level employees who seize control of a major corporation after accidently murdering their boss. The show was created by Steve Dildarian (The Life & Times of Tim), Titmouse served as the production company (Ben Kalina and Dave Newberg), along with producer Peter Principato (Central Intelligence) from Principato Young. The pilot stars Matt Braunger (Agent Carter), Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation), Missi Pyle (Gone Girl) and Jonathan Adams (Last Man Standing). The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is written and directed by Amy Sherman-Palladino (Gilmore Girls) and executive produced by Daniel Palladino (Family Guy) and Sherman-Palladino. It’s 1958 Manhattan and Miriam “Midge” Maisel (Rachel Brosnahan, House of Cards) has everything she’s ever wanted—the perfect husband, two kids, and an elegant Upper West Side apartment perfect for hosting Yom Kippur dinner. But her perfect life suddenly takes an unexpected turn and Midge discovers a previously unknown talent—one that changes her life forever. She charts a course that takes her from her comfortable life on Riverside Drive, through the basket houses and nightclubs of Greenwich Village as she storms the world of stand-up comedy…a course that will ultimately lead her to a spot on Johnny Carson’s couch. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel also stars Michael Zegen (Boardwalk Empire) as Midge’s husband Joel Maisel, Alex Borstein (Family Guy) as Susie Myerson, Golden Globe winner and three-time Emmy Winner Tony Shalhoub (Monk) as Midge’s father Abe Weinberg, and Marin Hinkle (Two and a Half Men) as Midge’s mother Rose Weinberg. Oasis - Based on the cult-hit novel The Book of Strange New Things from Michel Faber, Oasis follows a chaplain (Richard Madden, Game of Thrones) who is sent into space to help establish a colony on a distant planet. What he ends up discovering not only puts his faith to the test, but life as we know it. The pilot also stars world-renowned Indian actor and producer Anil Kapoor (Slumdog Millionaire, 24) as Vikram Danesh, the head of the base on Oasis, Michael Shaw (Limitless) as B.G., Antje Traue (Man of Steel) as Grainger, Mark Addy (Game of Thrones) as Halloran, Haley Joel Osment (The Sixth Sense, Alpha House) as Sy, Maureen Sebastian (American Gothic) as Alicia Ruiz, Michael Shaffer (Coach Sinclair) as Phelps, and Zawe Ashton (Nocturnal Animals) as Severin. Oasis is written by Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies), executive produced by Charman, Andy Harries (The Crown) and Lila Rawlings (Left Bank Productions), produced by Rob Bullock (The Night Manager), with Kevin MacDonald (The Last King of Scotland) directing. The one-hour drama pilot is a co-production of Amazon Studios and Left Bank Productions. A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Thu Mar 2, 2017 at 10:15 AM PST by: -
Sound United Acquires D+M Group, Including Denon, Marantz, and Boston Acoustics Brands[teaser]D+M Group and its various audio brands will now join Sound United.[/teaser] Sound United LLC has announced the acquisition of D+M Group. As part of the deal, D+M Group's Denon, HEOS by Denon, Marantz, and Boston Acoustics brands will now be owned and operated by Sound United, joining the company's existing portfolio of brands like Polk Audio, Definitive Technology, and Polk BOOM. "Sound United and the D+M Group employees share a culture of innovation and customer focus. We plan to leverage those core values in the combined company in order to offer consumers and our channel partners a breadth of complementary products while expanding our investments in technology development and marketing," said Kevin Duffy, CEO of Sound United. "We welcome the addition of the D+M team and are excited to work together to ensure that this strategic combination capitalizes on its global leadership position while also ensuring that each of our individual brands continues to be highly differentiated in the marketplace. Our existing customers and channel partners will benefit from the enhanced breadth and depth of the combined product portfolio, while our strategic suppliers should be well-positioned to expand with us as we grow." Terms of the sale have not been revealed, but the acquisition was finalized on February 28, 2017. The consolidated company will now combine D+M Group's leadership in audio/video receivers and wireless multi-room audio, with Sound United's leadership in loudspeakers, sound bars, and wireless music systems -- bringing the Denon, HEOS by Denon, Marantz, Boston Acoustics, Polk Audio, Definitive Technology, and Polk BOOM brands all under one combined company. "This transaction is a testament to D+M Group's employees and exceptional brands and all that we've accomplished in the audio industry," said D+M Group CEO Jim Caudill, who will continue as an advisor to the consolidated company. "By joining Sound United, we expect to deliver tremendous value to our customers through access to Sound United's aspirational speaker brands including Polk Audio and Definitive Technology. We believe that this transaction will drive compelling opportunities for our employees, customers, and suppliers, and are looking forward to ensuring the success of the new organization." Source: Sound UnitedPosted Wed Mar 1, 2017 at 06:00 PM PST by: -
Netflix Releases Teaser for 'War Machine' Starring Brad Pitt[teaser]The war film from director David Michôd will hit Netflix in May.[/teaser] Netflix has released a teaser for its latest original film, 'War Machine.' The movie stars Brad Pitt and is set to start streaming exclusively through Netflix on May 26. An absurdist war story for our times, writer-director David Michôd (Animal Kingdom) recreates a U.S. General’s roller-coaster rise and fall as part reality, part savage parody – raising the specter of just where the line between them lies today. His is an exploration of a born leader’s ultra-confident march right into the dark heart of folly. At the story’s core is Brad Pitt’s sly take on a successful, charismatic four-star general who leapt in like a rock star to command NATO forces in Afghanistan, only to be taken down by a journalist’s no-holds-barred exposé. Check out the teaser below! The movie is inspired by the book "The Operators: The Wild & Terrifying Inside Story of America’s War in Afghanistan" by the late journalist Michael Hastings. The cast also includes Tilda Swinton, Sir Ben Kingsley, Anthony Michael Hall, Topher Grace, Will Poulter, Lakeith Stanfield, Emory Cohen, John Magaro, RJ Cyler, Alan Ruck, Scoot McNairy and Meg Tilly. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include a new Amy Schumer comedy special on March 7, '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, '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 1, 2017 at 03:15 PM PST by: -
UHD Alliance Reveals Mobile HDR Premium Spec & Logo[teaser]Performance requirements for the Mobile HDR Premium designation have been detailed.[/teaser] The UHD Alliance (UHDA) has revealed its Mobile HDR Premium spec and logo. The spec is used to determine if a mobile device passes the group's performance requirements for resolution, dynamic range, color space, and bit depth, ensuring devices with the logo are capable of delivering a consistent premium experience. "The dramatic improvement of screens in battery operated devices, coupled with the emergence of 4K and 4K with HDR streaming offerings through services such as Amazon, Netflix and others, makes it possible for consumers to get a much richer and more immersive experience on their computers, tablets and smartphones," said UHDA President, Hanno Basse. "The expansion of our certification of logo program will help consumers identify premium portable products that take full advantage of the wealth of HDR content coming to market." The spec covers a variety of mobile devices, screen sizes, and resolutions -- including products like laptops, notebooks, tablets, and smartphones -- with specific requirements for dynamic range, color space, and bit depth. Here's a rundown of the spec per the UHD Alliance: Device Resolution Dynamic Range Color Space Bit Depth Smartphones (3- to 7-inch screens) 60 pixels/degree .0005-540 nits 90% of P3 Color gamut 10 Tablet s (7- to 12.9-inch screens) 60 pixels/degree .0005-540 nits 90% of P3 Color gamut 10 Laptops 9.5- to 18-inch screens) 60 pixels/degree .0005-540 nits or 0.1-600 nits 90% of P3 Color gamut 10 Specific mobile products that meet the Mobile HDR Premium designation have not been announced yet. Licensing of the spec and logo is expected to begin by April 1, 2017. Source: UHD AlliancePosted Wed Mar 1, 2017 at 11:30 AM PST by: -
Google Announces Live YouTube TV Streaming Service, Monthly Plan Set for $35[teaser]The best of the YouTube experience is coming to live TV.[/teaser] Google has announced its new YouTube TV platform. The new subscription live TV streaming service will be available soon in the US for $35 per month. YouTube TV will offer access to more than 40 live streaming networks, regional sports channels, and cable stations, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, The CW, ESPN, Fox News, MSNBC, USA, Syfy, FX, Disney Channel, Sprout, E!, Bravo, and more. Likewise, the platform will include an unlimited Cloud DVR feature as well, allowing users to record as many shows as they want at the same time with no storage limitations. Each recording will be available across supported playback devices and will be stored for nine months. In addition, the internet TV service will also provide access to YouTube Red original series and movies, along with the option to add Showtime or Fox Soccer Plus to the channel lineup for an extra fee. Here's a full rundown of the channel lineup per the YouTube Blog: YouTube TV will cost $35 per month and every membership comes with six accounts, allowing unique recommendations and personal DVRs for each account. Likewise, every membership offers support for up to three concurrent streams at a time. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but YouTube TV will be available through Android and iOS mobile devices and PCs soon. Likewise, users will be able to cast the service to their TVs via a Google Chromecast or Chromecast built-in TV. The service will first launch in the largest US markets and will then expand to more cities nationwide. Interested customers can sign up for updates about availability at tv.youtube.com. Source: YouTubePosted Tue Feb 28, 2017 at 02:00 PM PST by: -
Amazon Readies 'Fortitude' Season Two Starring Richard Dormer & Dennis Quaid[teaser]The arctic thriller will return as an Amazon Original Series later this year.[/teaser] Amazon and Sky Vision have ordered new episodes of 'Fortitude.' The show's first season initialed premiered through Sky Atlantic in 2015 and started streaming through Prime Video in 2016. With its upcoming second season, the show is now set to become an Amazon Original Series. "In Fortitude, our customers will experience Dennis Quaid in a remarkably compassionate role, joined by an ensemble cast that has resonated with audiences globally," said Joe Lewis, Head of Comedy, Drama and VR, Amazon Studios. "We're excited to add such a beautiful and captivating series to our originals slate." Fortitude follows Sheriff Dan Anderssen (Richard Dormer) of Fortitude, a small isolated community with a captive population in an environment that is undergoing change and upheaval due to parasite and pathogen activity. After shooting the woman he loved, Dan becomes consumed with guilt, disappears into the wilderness and was presumed dead. Without a sheriff, the people of Fortitude begin to wonder whether Deputy Eric Odegard (Björn Hlynur Haraldsson), who has spent the last few weeks desperately searching for Dan, can fill his shoes. A new body is discovered on the other side of town and Eric must step up and lead this horrific investigation. As his own police team is trying to figure out who would have killed a man for no apparent reason, Dan suddenly reappears—a violent broken ruin of a man and wild to the point of feral. Quaid stars as Michael Lennox, a fisherman and patriarch of a family living in Fortitude, who is struggling to come to terms with his terminally ill wife, and will try anything to find a cure. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but 'Fortitude' season two will start streaming through Prime Video in the US later this year. Other upcoming Amazon premieres include 'Annedroids' season four on March 4, and 'Hand of God' season two on March 10. Likewise, the company recently announced new season renewals for 'Mozart in the Jungle,' 'Red Oaks,' 'Sneaky Pete,' and 'The Man in the High Castle.' A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Tue Feb 28, 2017 at 01:15 PM PST by:
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VIZIO Launches 2017 SmartCast E-Series Display Collection with XXL 75" & 80" Models[teaser]The new lineup includes sizes ranging from 32-inches to 80-inches.[/teaser] VIZIO has announced its new 2017 E-Series Full HD and Ultra HD SmartCast display collection. The lineup includes HDR support on models 55-inches and larger. "Our E-Series collection is known for offering features that simply aren't found on other entry-level models in the market, and the new 2017 E-Series collection is no different. With the addition of 75" and 80" class screen sizes to the line-up, value-minded shoppers who want to go big now have access to powerful picture quality in an XXL screen," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "High Dynamic Range with HDR10 content support provides another reason to upgrade by allowing consumers to get the most out of their HDR Blu-Ray players and game consoles." The 2017 E-Series display collection features models with up to 16 Active LED Zones. Likewise, HDR10 support is included on all units 55-inches or larger. In addition, the lineup includes new XXL 75-inch and 80-inch sizes, offering viewers even bigger screen options. Finally, the E-Series uses VIZIO's SmartCast platform with Chromecast built-in, allowing users to cast content to and control their displays through the SmartCast app on Android and iOS mobile devices. Here's a full rundown of pricing for each new E-Series model per VIZIO: VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 32" Full-Array LED Smart TV (E32f-E1) MSRP $209.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 43" Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E43-E2) MSRP $399.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 50" Ultra HD Home Theater Display (E50-E1) MSRP $469.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 55" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E55-E2) MSRP $549.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 60" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E60-E3) MSRP $749.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 65" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E65-E0) MSRP $899.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 70" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E70-E3) MSRP $1,299.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 75" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E75-E3) MSRP $1,999.99 VIZIO SmartCast™ E-Series™ 80" Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display (E80-E3) MSRP $3,399.99 The new 75-inch and 80-inch 2017 VIZIO E-Series SmartCast displays are now available through VIZIO.com. In addition, the remainder of the lineup will be also available from VIZIO and other retailers soon. Source: VIZIOPosted Tue Feb 28, 2017 at 08:45 AM PST by:
