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Netflix Debuts Teaser for 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' Starring Neil Patrick Harris[teaser]Meet Count Olaf in the new teaser trailer for Netflix's upcoming series.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for its latest original show. 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' stars Neil Patrick Harris and is set to premiere exclusively through Netflix on January 13. Based on the internationally best-selling series of books by Lemony Snicket (aka Daniel Handler) and starring Emmy and Tony Award winner Neil Patrick Harris, A Series of Unfortunate Events recounts the tragic tale of the Baudelaire orphans -- Violet, Klaus, and Sunny – whose evil guardian Count Olaf will stop at nothing to get his hands on their inheritance. The siblings must outsmart Olaf at every turn, foiling his many devious plans and disguises, in order to discover clues to their parents' mysterious death. The eight-episode series is a Netflix original production, executive produced by Emmy Award winner Barry Sonnenfeld and Daniel Handler, and premieres January 13, 2017 only on Netflix. Check out the teaser trailer below! 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' also stars Patrick Warburton (Lemony Snicket), Joan Cusack (Justice Strauss), Malina Weissman (Violet Baudelaire), and Louis Hynes (Klaus Baudelaire). Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25, '3%' on November 25, 'Fuller House' season two on December 9, 'Barry' on December 16, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping new seasons of 'Chelsea,' 'Lady Dynamite,' and 'Real Rob,' a new sci-fi series called 'Travelers' from writer Brad Wright, the second season of 'Stranger Things' for 2017, the third season of 'Bloodline' for 2017, new episodes of the documentary series 'Making a Murderer,' 'Bill Nye Saves the World' for 2017, Marvel's 'The Punisher,' Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It,' and a feature film adaptation of the manga 'Death Note.' A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Thu Nov 3, 2016 at 05:30 PM PDT by: -
Roku Releases OS 7.5 with Live TV Pause, Mobile Private Listening, and More[teaser]Several new features are heading to Roku TVs and players.[/teaser] Roku has announced the latest update to its Operating System for Roku streaming players and Roku TVs. Roku OS 7.5 offers several new features, including a live TV pause option and a mobile private listening mode. The update is now rolling out to all current-generation Roku streaming players and Roku TV models. Here's a rundown of key features for the new Roku OS 7.5 per the release notes: - Live TV Pause (Roku TV models only) – Never miss a play with Live TV Pause, a new feature available for all Roku TV models. When an antenna is connected to your Roku TV, you can now easily pause and playback digital broadcast TV to make sure you never miss a minute of the action when you head to the kitchen for a snack run. Using this new feature, over-the-air TV can be paused for up to 90 minutes. Live TV Pause requires a low cost USB flash drive with 16GB or more of storage capacity to be connected to your Roku TV. - Mobile private listening for Roku TV models – Roku OS 7.5 brings a popular feature that’s currently available on select Roku streaming players (3600X, 3700X, 3710X, 4620X, 4630X, 4640X) to all Roku TV models. When using the latest version of the Roku mobile app for iOS and Android (V3.6.0), Roku TV owners can now enjoy private listening via their mobile device while watching streaming content. With this new feature, you can listen as loud as you like while not disturbing others in the house. Simply launch the Roku mobile app while connected to the same wireless network as your Roku TV, connect a pair of headphones to your mobile device and enjoy. Additional features also include a new Audio Guide, faster search results, improved streaming performance, and more. Click here to see full list of features and bug fixes. Roku OS 7.5 is expected to be available on all supported Roku devices before the Holidays. Source: RokuPosted Thu Nov 3, 2016 at 04:15 PM PDT by: -
NFL Films & Google Prep Virtual Reality Football Series for YouTube and Daydream[teaser]The first NFL VR series will launch on Thanksgiving.[/teaser] Google and the NFL have announced plans to offer a virtual reality football show. The NFL Films VR series will be available to watch through YouTube and the NFL VR app designed for Daydream. "We are always looking for new ways to engage with our fans. Virtual reality is an emerging platform that enables content experiences with a truly unique vantage point that brings fans closer to the game," said Vishal Shah, Senior Vice President, Digital Media at the NFL. "It's an exciting new medium to explore as we look to evolve and grow our offerings, and this partnership with Google is an important step in that direction." NFL Films, the most honored filmmaker in sports, will produce a 9-part series that gives viewers a 360-degree perspective of life in and around the NFL – from players, to coaches, to executives, to cheerleaders, to the fans themselves – detailing how each prepares for game day in a completely new and immersive way. The NFL Films series is currently in production and being shot using Jump, Google's 360-degree camera and capture system. In the first episode of the series, viewers will spend a week with the Philadelphia Eagles defensive line as they prepare for the upcoming matchup and gain exclusive access to the Eagles bench and sideline on game day. Other episodes will give viewers the opportunity to tag along with the Miami Dolphins cheerleaders, experience the distinctive football culture in Green Bay, and take a unique look inside the San Diego Chargers organization, to name a few. The show's first episode is set to premiere on Thanksgiving Day through the NFL channel on YouTube. In addition, episodes will also be available through the NFL VR app designed for Daydream later this year. Current Daydream supported devices include the Google Pixel smartphone and the Daydream View VR Headset. "This series will give fans an opportunity to connect with the NFL like never before, whether they are on YouTube or using Google's virtual reality headset, Daydream View," said Amit Singh, Vice President, Google VR. "We're thrilled to work with the NFL to capture the series with Jump and bring it to YouTube and Daydream." The Daydream View will hit stores on November 10 for a suggested retail price of $79. Source: NFLPosted Thu Nov 3, 2016 at 12:15 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Readies Sixth and Final Season of 'Longmire' for 2017[teaser]The crime thriller will debut its final season on Netflix in 2017.[/teaser] Netflix has announced a sixth and final season for 'Longmire.' The 10-episode final season is set to premiere in 2017 in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. "We are grateful to Netflix for the opportunity to compose a closing chapter for these beloved characters that inspires lasting memories. Most importantly, we're committed to delivering a dynamic and satisfying conclusion to our fans that rewards their longtime loyalty," said executive producers Greer Shephard, Hunt Baldwin and John Coveny. 'Longmire,' the contemporary crime thriller set in Big Sky country, is based on the Walt Longmire mystery novels by best-selling author Craig Johnson. The series stars Australian actor Robert Taylor (The Matrix) as Walt Longmire, the charismatic, dedicated and unflappable sheriff of Absaroka County, Wyoming, along with Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica, Riddick), Lou Diamond Phillips (Southland, La Bamba), Cassidy Freeman (Smallville), Adam Bartley (Justified) and A. Martinez (General Hospital). "We are proud to be the home of the Longmire series, as so many viewers over the last few seasons have watched and been captivated by Walt’s journey. There has been no better team to work with on this show than Greer, Hunt and John, and their tremendous cast and crew, and we have every confidence that they will have a satisfying conclusion to this revered series. We are grateful to them and our friends at Warner Bros, who have been tremendous partners," said Cindy Holland, Netflix VP of original content. Seasons 1-5 of 'Longmire' are now available for streaming through Netflix. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Thu Nov 3, 2016 at 05:30 AM PDT by: -
Hulu Set to Carry Disney & Fox Channels on Upcoming Live Streaming TV Service[teaser]Two more partners have been confirmed for the upcoming live streaming platform.[/teaser] Hulu has announced new affiliate deals with 21st Century Fox and The Walt Disney Company. As part of the agreement, Hulu will be able to offer live and on-demand content from Fox and Disney's portfolio of channels on its new live TV streaming service set to launch in early 2017. "We're building a service that offers subscribers the most sought-after programming on television -- and channels from 21st Century Fox and The Walt Disney Company are essential to that mix," said Mike Hopkins, CEO of Hulu. "With these two new deals in place, and additional partners to come, Hulu will soon give TV fans of all ages live and on-demand access to their favorite programs in a whole new, more flexible, highly personalized way." Hulu's new live TV streaming service will feature an easy-to-use personalized interface with access to live and on-demand news, entertainment, and sports networks through various media and mobile devices. The new Disney and Fox deals cover more than 35 networks, including FOX, ABC, Fox Sports 1, Fox Sports 2, BTN, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN-SEC, ESPN 3, Fox Regional Sports Networks across dozens of key national markets, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, Fox News, Fox Business, Freeform, FX, FXX, FXM, National Geographic, and Nat Geo Wild. Beyond Disney and Fox, Hulu also recently announced a deal with Time Warner to offer live and on-demand content from Turner's portfolio of networks, including channels like TNT, TBS, CNN, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, truTV, Boomerang and Turner Classic Movies. An exact launch date and pricing for Hulu's new live TV service have not been announced yet, but the platform is expected to arrive in early 2017. The new live service is set to co-exist with Hulu's current ad-supported and ad-free video on-demand subscription plans. Source: HuluPosted Wed Nov 2, 2016 at 03:45 PM PDT by: -
VIZIO SmartCast App Adds FandangoNOW Support[teaser]A new video service has joined the SmartCast lineup.[/teaser] VIZIO has announced the addition of FandangoNOW to its collection of integrated SmartCast apps. The premium on-demand video service now joins other VIZIO SmartCast- enabled services, including VUDU, Hulu, and Google Play Movies & TV. "We're thrilled to bring FandangoNOW to the fingertips of our VIZIO SmartCast users," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "The VIZIO SmartCast app makes it easier than ever for consumers to control their devices, giving them the ability to search and browse multiple content catalogs at one time before tapping to select content and cast to the display. By integrating FandangoNOW into the VIZIO SmartCast app, we're giving consumers another way to further enhance their entertainment experience." FandangoNOW offers more than 40,000 movies and TV shows, including a growing selection of 4K and HDR titles. The VIZIO SmartCast app allows users to control their VIZIO SmartCast devices from any room in the home and stream content from their mobile devices straight to the big screen. SmartCast users can also search and browse content by genre across multiple apps at once, allowing customers to browse through titles from FandangoNOW alongside catalogs from other popular apps. In addition, the newly improved app now offers a faster all-around content aggregation experience with quicker load times and speedier search results. The VIZIO SmartCast app is available for download on iOS and Android smartphones or tablets, and comes preinstalled on the 2016 P-Series and M-Series Android Tablet Remotes. "We're excited to offer FandangoNOW and our extensive library of new release movies and next-day TV shows on the cutting-edge VIZIO SmartCast app," said Adam Rockmore, Chief Marketing Officer, FandangoNOW. "We want to offer consumers easy access to the best entertainment options available for streaming and the VIZIO SmartCast app greatly streamlines that experience." The VIZIO SmartCast ecosystem includes the company's 2016 P-Series, M-Series, and E-Series 4K Ultra HD Displays, as well as several soundbar models. Source: VIZIOPosted Wed Nov 2, 2016 at 09:15 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Releases Trailer for 'Fuller House' Season Two, Streaming Premiere Set for December 9[teaser]The Tanner family will return to Netflix in December.[/teaser] Netflix has revealed a trailer for the upcoming second season of 'Fuller House.' The new season is set to premiere on December 9. In the spinoff series, Fuller House, life can take you into unexpected directions and also back into familiar territory when veterinarian and recently widowed D.J. Tanner-Fuller finds herself living in her childhood home with younger sister and aspiring musician Stephanie Tanner and DJ’s lifelong best friend/fellow single mother Kimmy Gibbler. The women reuniting to help support one another navigate careers, parenting and relationships with the kind of love and humor you can only get from the people you grew up with. The Tanner childhood house is fuller than ever though with not only DJ’s three boys — the awkward 13-year-old Jackson, neurotic 7-year-old Max and baby Tommy Jr. — but also Kimmy’s feisty teenage daughter Ramona and Kimmy’s not so estranged ex-husband Fernando all under the same roof. Returning for its second season, the family experiences a new year of life’s moments big and small from the start of a new school year, to budding romances to coming together for the holidays. There’s nothing like spending Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s with the people you love, because life is fuller with family. Check out the trailer below! The show stars stars Candace Cameron Bure as D.J. Tanner-Fuller, Jodie Sweetin as Stephanie Tanner, Andrea Barber as Kimmy Gibbler, Juan Pablo Di Pace as Fernando, Soni Nicole Bringas as Romona, Michael Campion as Jackson, Elias Harger as Max, Dashiell and Fox Messitt Twins as Baby Tommy, Scott Weinger as Steve Hale, John Brotherton as Matt Harmon, and Ashley Liao as Lola. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Nov 2, 2016 at 05:30 AM PDT by: -
Google Announces November 10 Release Date for Daydream View VR Headset, Price Set for $79[teaser]The first Daydream headset will hit stores next week.[/teaser] Google has announced a launch date for its first Daydream-ready headset and controller, the Daydream View. The device will be available for purchase on November 10 from the Google Store and through select retailers across five countries. Here's a rundown of specific pricing and availability: - United States: Verizon, Best Buy; $79 (USD)- Canada: Bell, Rogers, Telus, Best Buy; $99 (CAD)- United Kingdom: EE, Carphone Warehouse; £69 (GBP)- Germany: Deutsche Telekom; €69 (EUR)- Australia: Telstra, JB Hi-Fi; $119 (AUD) Unlike most VR headsets, the Daydream View is made with flexible and soft breathable fabrics, allowing the device to be 30% lighter than similar products while providing added comfort. Likewise, the headset can also fit over glasses. To use the Daydream View, customers simply need to drop in a Daydream-ready smartphone (like the Google Pixel) and lock it into place. From there, the phone and headset connect wirelessly with an auto alignment system. In addition, the product includes a compact controller packed with sensors, letting customers interact with content through movements and gesture. And when not in use, the controller can slide right inside the headset for easy storage. When it comes to content, the Daydream VR platform will offer a large collection of virtual reality apps from over 50 partners, including support from Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Google Play Movies, Google Photos, Street View, and YouTube -- providing a growing collection of VR experiences, big-screen movies, and 360-degree videos. Likewise, Daydream will offer numerous virtual reality games like Wonderglade, Gunjack 2, LEGO® BrickHeadz, Mekorama, Need for Speed, EarthShape, Danger Goat, Home Run Derby and Hungry Shark World. Source: GooglePosted Tue Nov 1, 2016 at 02:30 PM PDT by: -
Countdown to Black Friday HD Gear Deals: Up to 38% off Ultra HD Blu-ray Player, OLED HDTV, and More![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select gear! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Black Friday Deals Store, Amazon is running a special sale on a Samsung Ultra HD Blu-ray player, LG OLED HDTV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku Stick. Samsung UBD-K8500 3D Wi-Fi 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player (2016 Model) - Currently $248 (38% off). LG Electronics 55EG9100 55-Inch 1080p Curved Smart OLED TV (2015 Model) - Currently $1,000 (33% off), Deal of the Day. Certified Refurbished Amazon Fire TV (Previous Generation - 1st) - Currently $70 (26% off). Roku Streaming Stick (3600R) (2016 Model) - Currently $40 (20% off). These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Black Friday sales and special promotions!Posted Tue Nov 1, 2016 at 11:45 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Kicks Off 2016 Black Friday Deals Store & Curated Holiday Gift Guides[teaser]'Tis the season for deals on Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon has announced the launch of its 2016 Black Friday Deals Store. In addition, the online retailer is also offering curated holiday gift guides for Electronics, Home, Handmade, and other categories. "Customers love discovering the best deals on the most sought-after products, and our Black Friday Deals Store and curated Holiday Gift Guides offer them a place to do just that – plus enjoy the most convenient shopping experience with tons of super-fast shipping options," said Doug Herrington, Senior Vice President of North American Retail at Amazon. "This holiday season, we're offering more deals than ever before and – for the first time ever – giving Prime members an opportunity to use Alexa voice shopping for purchasing their holiday gifts hands-free. They can make purchases simply by asking Alexa-enabled devices, like the new Echo Dot, while relaxing at home with family and friends." The 2016 Amazon Black Friday Deals Store will offer tens of thousands of deals, and new sales as often as every five minutes, now through December 22. Likewise, as part of the promotion Amazon is providing up to 20 Deals of the Day in a single day. And beyond the Deals Store, Amazon has also put together a specially curated Electronics Gift Guide with more than 500 of this year's hottest tech products. Customers can browse through more than 10 categories, including smart home, home entertainment, music, wearables, photography, gaming, gadgets and gizmos, and more. In addition, the Electronics Gift Guide includes expert reviews and product demonstration videos. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime members can also take advantage of Alexa voice ordering this holiday season. Subscribers with an Echo, Echo Dot, Amazon Tap, Amazon Fire TV, or Fire tablet can now use their voice to order tens of millions of products through Alexa. Likewise, there will be hundreds of exclusive deals just for voice shoppers as well (visit www.amazon.com/alexadeals to learn more). Finally, Prime Members can also access thousands of Lightning Deals with 30-minute early access and enjoy unlimited fast, free shipping options, including Two-Day Shipping on more than 30 million items, Prime FREE Same-Day Delivery on more than one million items available in 27 cities, and Prime Now where customers can find tens of thousands of products available for one and two-hour delivery in more than 30 US cities. A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $8 per month. Stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Black Friday Countdown deals! Source: AmazonPosted Tue Nov 1, 2016 at 11:30 AM PDT by:
