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Netflix Releases Trailer for Werner Herzog's 'Into the Inferno'[teaser]The upcoming documentary will start streaming on October 28.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for 'Into the Inferno.' The original documentary film comes from director Werner Herzog. Werner Herzog's latest documentary, Into the Inferno, heads just where its title suggests: into the red-hot magma-filled craters of some of the world's most active and astonishing volcanoes—taking the filmmaker on one of the most extreme tours of his long career. From North Korea to Ethiopia to Iceland to the Vanuatu Archipelago, humans have created narratives to make sense of volcanoes; as stated by Herzog, "volcanoes could not care less what we are doing up here." Into the Inferno teams Herzog with esteemed volcanologist Clive Oppenheimer to offer not only an in-depth exploration of volcanoes across the globe but also an examination of the belief systems that human beings have created around the fiery phenomena. Check out the official trailer below! Herzog and Oppenheimer first met ten years ago on the slopes of the Mount Erebus volcano in Antarctica during the filming of Encounters at the End of the World. Their newest film never stops moving, never stops seeking. We see Oppenheimer in Indonesia at Lake Toba, which 74,000 years ago was the site of one of the most massive eruptions known to man. Oppenheimer and Herzog travel to Mount Sinabung, where they narrowly escape a deadly eruption, and then visit Mount Merapi on Java, one of Indonesia’s most sacred volcanoes. They travel to the hottest desert on earth in Ethiopia, to Iceland, and perhaps most amazingly to the center of North Korea. Throughout, they investigate the wildly imaginative and wildly diverse stories that people have told about the presence and meaning of volcanoes. There is Mount Paektu in North Korea, for example, venerated by the current regime as a birthplace of the Korean nation and the revolution. There is the Codex Regius, Iceland's most precious possession, an ancient text that tells of a tenth-century volcanic eruption. Into the Inferno is vintage Herzog, offering extraordinary locales, outré characters, improbable stories and, through it all, a chance to go deep inside a mesmerizing subject and emerge with new understanding. 'Into the Inferno' will begin streaming exclusively through Netflix on October 28. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Black Mirror' on October 21, 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Mon Oct 17, 2016 at 05:15 PM PDT by: -
Amazon Renews Original Series 'Bosch' for a Fourth Season[teaser]The Emmy-nominated show based on the best-selling Michael Connelly novels will return for a third and fourth season. [/teaser] Amazon has announced a fourth season renewal for its original series 'Bosch.' The show's third season is currently in production for a 2017 premiere. "We are excited to announce the fourth season renewal of Amazon Prime Video's longest running original drama series, Bosch," said Roy Price, Vice President, Amazon Studios. "Prime members have loved following Detective Harry Bosch as he navigates difficult situations in his professional and personal lives, and we're excited to let them know that even more is coming." The hour-long drama series stars Titus Welliver ('Lost') as Detective Harry Bosch, Jamie Hector ('The Wire') as Jerry Edgar, Amy Aquino ('Being Human') as Lt. Grace Billets, Madison Lintz ('The Walking Dead') as Maddie Bosch, and Lance Reddick ('The Wire') as Deputy Chief Irvin Irving. The show was developed for television by Eric Overmyer ('Treme,' 'The Wire,' 'Homicide: Life on the Streets'). Overmyer also serves executive producer along with Henrik Bastin ('The 100 Code,' 'American Odyssey,' 'The Comedians') from Fabrik Entertainment (a Red Arrow Entertainment Group company), Pieter Jan Brugge ('Heat,' 'The Insider,' 'The Clearing'), and author Michael Connelly. Likewise, star Tirus Welliver is also on board as a producer. "I am happy beyond words. To think we are going to get another season to explore these characters is wonderful. Our team has worked very hard to create the most realistic detective show possible and I think that is resonating with viewers," said Connelly. "Titus and the rest of the cast and crew are dedicated to this. We are raising the storytelling bar with season three and we'll do it again in four." Seasons one and two of 'Bosch' are now available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in the US, UK, Germany, Austria, and Japan. A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Video is available as a standalone service for $8 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Mon Oct 17, 2016 at 03:00 PM PDT by: -
T-Mobile Dates LG V20 Smartphone for October 28 Release, Retail Price Set at $770[teaser]Pricing and availability for the company's new flagship smartphone have been revealed. [/teaser] LG and T-Mobile have announced a launch date and price for the new V series mobile device. The premium V20 smartphone will hit T-Mobile stores on October 28 for $770. "The LG V20 is designed to offer customers a more dynamic experience by building on the most popular video and audio features of the V series," said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics and Mobile Communications Company. "With the LG V20, we are giving our customers more of everything they love and less of anything they don't need to set a new standard for premium smartphones." The V20 features a 5.7 inch QHD IPS Quantum Display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 and 513 ppi. A smaller secondary IPS Quantum Display with a resolution of 160 x 1040 and 513 ppi is located above the main display as well, allowing users to easily view notifications and alerts. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Processor and 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM running Android 7.0 Nougat. Two rear cameras, a 16MP camera with F1.8 Aperture OIS (Standard Angle) and an 8MP camera with F2.4 Aperture (Wide Angle), are integrated as well, along with a 5MP front camera with F1.9 Aperture (Wide Angle). In addition, the device is capable of recording Hi-Fi videos and can capture audio using 24-bit / 48 kHz Linear Pulse Code Modulation (LPCM). Likewise, the V20 is the first smartphone to use a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC powered by ESS Technology. The LG V20 smartphone is now available for pre-order through T-Mobile for 24 monthly payments of $30 and a $50 upfront charge, adding up to a total retail price of $770. Likewise, for a limited time buyers of the V20 with the 24-month finance agreement can also receive a free LG G Pad X 8.0 or an LG G Pad F 8.0. In addition, customers can get a free pair of Bang and Olufsen H3 headphones from LG as well. And if you trade in a working 4G smartphone, T-Mobile will guarantee a trade-in value of at least $200. Outside of T-Mobile, AT&T is also taking pre-orders for the LG V20 at a retail price of $830 or 30 monthly payments of $27.67. Sources: T-Mobile, AT&T, Engadget, 9to5GooglePosted Mon Oct 17, 2016 at 11:15 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Reveals Casting Additions for 'Stranger Things' Season Two[teaser]Two new cast members have been added to the show. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the addition of two cast members to the upcoming second season of 'Stranger Things.' Sadie Sink and Dacre Montgomery will both be series regulars when the show returns in 2017. According to the press release: Sadie Sink has been cast in the role of MAX, a tough and confident girl whose appearance, behavior and pursuits seem more typical of boys than of girls in this era. She has a complicated history and is generally suspicious of those around her. Dacre Montgomery has been cast in the role of BILLY, Max's hyper-confident, and edgy older step-brother. He steals girlfriends away from their boyfriends, is great at drinking games, and drives a black Camaro. But lurking under his apparent charisma, is a violent and unpredictable nature. In addition to the new cast members, Netflix has also confirmed that Joe Keery, who plays Steve Harrington, and Noah Schnapp, who plays Will Byers, have both been promoted from recurring to series regulars for season two. Plot details have not been announced yet, but the show will pick up in the fall of 1984. Season two of 'Strangers Things' will premiere in 2017 and is set to include nine episodes. Meanwhile, all eight season one episodes are now available for streaming globally through Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Black Mirror' on October 21, 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Fri Oct 14, 2016 at 02:30 PM PDT by: -
Whit Stillman's 'Love & Friendship' Heads to Amazon Prime Video on October 20[teaser]The Amazon original movie will start streaming later this month. [/teaser] Amazon has announced a streaming premiere date for its original movie, 'Love & Friendship.' The film will be available through Amazon Prime Video at no additional cost to Prime members on October 20. "Love & Friendship brings to life Jane Austen's novella in a captivating comedic style thanks to Whit Stillman's unique voice and filmmaking coupled with amazing acting by Kate Beckinsale and Chloë Sevigny," said Jason Ropell, Worldwide Head of Motion Pictures, Amazon Studios. "We're thrilled that after a successful theatrical run, the Amazon Original Movie will be available this month for our Prime members to stream and enjoy." Beautiful, young widow Lady Susan Vernon (Kate Beckinsale) visits the estate of her in-laws to wait out the colorful rumors about her dalliances circulating through polite society. Whilst ensconced there, she decides to secure a husband for herself and a future for her eligible but reluctant daughter, Frederica (Morfydd Clark). In doing so she attracts the simultaneous attentions of the young, handsome Reginald DeCourcy (Xavier Samuel), the rich and silly Sir James Martin (Tom Bennett) and the divinely handsome, but married, Lord Manwaring, complicating matters severely. The film is written and directed by Whit Stillman ('Metropolitan,' 'The Last Days of Disco'). Katie Holly ('Citadel,' 'Shrooms') and Lauranne Bourrachot ('A Prophet,' 'Sleepless Night') serve as producers, along with co-producers Raymond van der Kaaij ('They Have Escaped') and Marco Cherqui ('A Prophet,' 'Sleepless Night'). A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Video is available as a standalone service for $8 per month. In addition to Amazon Prime Video streaming, the movie is also currently available on Blu-ray for a suggested retail price of $30.99. Order the Blu-ray Source: AmazonPosted Fri Oct 14, 2016 at 02:15 PM PDT by: -
HDD Attends Hisense Big Screen Ultra HD TV Launch EventWhen it comes to Ultra HD TVs, there really is no such thing as "too big." After all, nothing shows off all those glorious pixels like a gigantic screen. Sadly, large displays also usually mean even larger price tags. But does a mammoth-sized TV always require an equally mammoth-sized wallet? Not if Hisense has anything to say about it. [teaser]With their new lineup of large-screen Ultra HD TVs, the company is attempting to bring affordable luxury to the 4K display market. [/teaser] And at their launch event in New York City last week, we were able to get a little one-on-one time with each of the new sets. Offering sizes ranging form 65-inches to 86-inches, the LCD lineup starts at just $1,000 and caps off at $6,000, providing a wide range of price points suitable for a variety of budgets. And if you're looking for something a little more ambitious, the company even has a 100-inch 4K Laser TV in the works. All of the new LCD displays include smart TV capabilities, UHD upscaling, dbx-TV audio, and HDR10 processing -- though only the flagship H10 model meets the UHD Premium spec for HDR, and only the Laser TV includes 3D support. For demo purposes, the company played back native Ultra HD footage from USB thumb drives. With that said, all of the content was presented in SDR and standard color gamuts only. Likewise, the lighting conditions were not particularly ideal for evaluating picture quality. Still, even with those caveats, the event offered a solid look at what customers can come to expect from these new models when they hit stores later this year and early next year. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of Hisense's upcoming big-screen lineup along with our impressions! H10 Series Ultra HD TV Serving as the company's new flagship ULED Ultra HD TV model, the 70-inch H10 series display has all the bells and whistles that customers have come to expect from a premium large-screen 4K TV. With that in mind, the 70H10D is the only new Hisense model to use quantum dot technology, offering HDR10 processing with an output of 1,000 nits, along with wide color gamut support for 99% of the P3 color space and about 91% of the Rec 2020 color space (according to Hisense reps at the event). Likewise, the display uses a ULED panel with full array local dimming marked by an impressive 320 zones. In addition, the set is in the process of receiving THX certification, and already has the distinction of being the only new Hisense model to include UHD Premium certification -- placing the display firmly in the high-end tier of current Ultra HD TV offerings. In fact, the only notable high-end features missing here are 3D support and Dolby Vision (though Hisense is looking into including that latter feature in next year's model). Living up to its on-paper specs, the TV looked rather beautiful in person, displaying a demo package of various Ultra HD Netflix clips -- including footage from 'The Ridiculous 6,' and Marvel's 'Daredevil' and 'Jessica Jones' -- along with a requisite reel of stunning vistas. Unfortunately, like all of the demo material being displayed, the footage was not presented in HDR or wide colors, but, even without pushing these premium features, the picture quality was quite good resulting in pleasing saturation, contrast, and black levels in the viewing environment. The 70H10D is set to launch early next year for a suggested retail price of $3,500, putting it in direct competition with other more expensive premium large-screen offerings with similar specs from companies like Sony, Samsung, LG, and VIZIO. H9900 Series 4K Laser TV If 70-inches just isn’t big enough for you, don't worry, there's also Hisense's new 4K Laser TV. Not a traditional television at all, this display is actually comprised of an Ultra HD short-throw projector and a 16:9 100-inch screen, giving customers a giant wall-sized image. The projector offers 2800 lumens of brightness, HDR10 processing with an output of about 300 nits, and support for around 20,000 hours of use. With that said, though the display covers the Rec. 709 color space it does not support wide color gamuts. On the plus-side, however, unlike the company's LCD displays, the 4K Laser TV does support 3D playback and comes with two 3D glasses. Likewise, the TV also includes a full 5.1 speaker system. Finally, Hisense is also hoping to have the display THX certified before its release. For demo purposes, Hisense had the 100-inch 4K Laser TV set up in its own room where the display took up most of the back wall. With the projector about 13-inches from the screen, the TV played back various clips of hillsides, flowers, and busy cities. While a lot of this material looked fantastic on the massive screen, a few of the clips did exhibit some notable artifacts, including aliasing. Thankfully, these quirks seemed to be inherent to the source and not the projector itself. Again, it should be noted that the material was not presented in HDR and though the window was covered to some extent, there was still a fair amount of ambient light in the room, making it hard to fully judge the picture quality. The H9900 Series 4K Laser TV will be available in summer 2017 for around $12,999. And while that's still a pretty hefty price tag, it's quite competitive when placed against similar sized LCD TVs from other brands. Based on my limited time with the display, I came away impressed by the scope of the image, but I do wish the TV offered expanded colors. Thankfully, this is something that Hisense plans to incorporate in the second generation model which could also expand to an even larger 140-inches. H9 Series Ultra HD TV Also boasting the patented ULED tech found in the H10 series, is the new 65-inch H9 series Ultra HD TV. The 65H9D offers HDR10 processing with an output of about 400 nits, allowing the TV to render high dynamic range content from USB and HDMI sources to the best of its ability. In addition, the display uses an edge-lit ULED panel with local dimming (the exact number of zones has not been detailed). Likewise, the TV includes wide color gamut support, providing about 90% of the P3 color space and around 82% of the Rec 2020 space (according to Hisense reps at the event). In person, the display looked quite good, offering a pleasing demo reel of cities, mountains, and other breathtaking nature imagery -- even if the material was only in SDR with standard colors. The 65H9D will be available early next year for a suggested retail price of $1,700. H8 Series Ultra HD TVs Finally, Hisense also showed off several new larger-screen models in its H8 Series of Ultra HD TVs, expanding the collection beyond the already available 50-inch and 55-inch models. The lineup on display included the 65-inch 65H8C, 70-inch 70H8D, 75-inch 75H8C, and the giant 86-inch 86H8D. Again, the TVs all featured various demo clips with cityscapes and nature footage, offering some rather beautiful imagery (minus a few source related artifacts). In addition, the 75-inch model was demoed with an Xbox One racing game being played in Ultra HD, highlighting the TVs picture quality and fast response time. Like the company's higher-end models, all of the H8 series TVs offer HDR10 processing with outputs ranging from around 300-400 nits, allowing each display to scale HDR content to the best of their abilities. But while each set in the series offers a similar array of features, there are some notable differences in specs between them. Here's a breakdown of key attributes for each model. 65H8C - The 65-inch H8 series display boasts an edge-lit LED LCD panel with no local dimming capabilities. With that said, the display does offer wide color gamut support for more than 83% of the P3 color spectrum. 70H8D - The 70-inch H8 series display offers a full-array LED LCD panel with 192 local dimming zones. Sadly, this model does not support a wide color gamut. 75H8C - The 75-inch H8 series Ultra HD TV uses an edge-lit LED LCD panel with local dimming (about 16 zones according to the Hisense rep at the event). Likewise, the display includes wide color gamut support for more than 83% of the P3 color spectrum. 86H8D - According to the press release, the 86-inch H8 series Ultra HD TV features a full-array LED LCD panel with local dimming -- but during the event I was told the display uses an edge-lit panel with about 24 zones. I've contacted Hisense about the discrepancy and I'll update this section once I hear back. Unfortunately, the display does not offer wide color gamut support. The 70-inch 70H8D ($2,500) and 75-inch 75H8C ($3,000) will be available this December. Meanwhile, the 65-inch 65H8C ($1,000) and 86-inch 86H8D ($6,000) will be available in early 2017 Conclusion While the viewing conditions and SDR demo material were not ideal for showing off the new display line's premium picture quality features, Hisense's first big-screen Ultra HD TVs left a rather strong impression. Furthering the company's attempts to combine luxury performance with affordable pricing, the new H8, H9, H10, and H9900 series TVs are poised to offer some solid competition in the big-screen 4K market -- especially the 70H10D, which features a UHD Premium certified display, HDR10 processing, wide color gamut support, and full array local dimming. A full evaluation will have to wait until we get some more hands-on time with these units, but Hisense's big-screen future certainly looks promising. For now, though, what do you think about the company's new Ultra HD lineup? Let us know your thoughts in the forums!Posted Thu Oct 13, 2016 at 05:30 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Preps Original Film 'Mute' from Director Duncan Jones[teaser]The upcoming futuristic thriller will hit Netflix in 2017. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the start of principal photography for its latest original film. 'Mute' comes from director Duncan Jones and stars Alexander Skarsgård ('Tarzan,' 'The Diary of a Teenage Girl'), Paul Rudd ('Ant-Man,' 'Anchorman') and Justin Theroux ('The Leftovers,' 'The Girl on the Train'). The film follows Leo (Skarsgård), a mute man searching for a missing person in the year 2052 in Berlin while dueling with two rogue villains played by Rudd and Theroux. Jones co-wrote the script with Michael Robert Johnson ('Sherlock Holmes'). Charles J.D. Schlissel serves as executive producer along with co-producers Henning Molfenter, Charlie Woebcken, Christoph Fisser of Studio Babelsberg. "Mute is an encapsulation of everything I am fascinated by; noir, science fiction, and unique people in trouble because of who and what they are. I'm delighted to be able to return to Berlin for the shoot, a place I lived for a period of time growing up, and I’m excited to be working with Netflix on a film that is so close to my heart," said Duncan Jones. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but 'Mute' is expected to premiere in 2017. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Black Mirror' on October 21, 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25, 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 Oct 13, 2016 at 01:42 PM PDT by: -
Samsung Offers Refund & Exchange Program for all Galaxy Note7 Devices[teaser]The voluntary recall program has been expanded for Samsung's discontinued mobile device. [/teaser] Following the termination of sales and production for its Galaxy Note7 smartphone, Samsung is now offering an expanded refund and exchange program for all original and replacement units. The Galaxy Note7 has been discontinued and recalled due to continued safety concerns related to overheating and fire risks. "We appreciate the patience of our consumers, carrier and retail partners for carrying the burden during these challenging times," says Tim Baxter, president and chief operating officer, Samsung Electronics America. "We are committed to doing everything we can to make this right." The Galaxy Note7 was first recalled in early September, but now the company has halted all production, sales, and exchanges for the smartphone around the world, effectively terminating the troubled device. Though replacement models shipped late last month were initially thought to be safe, recent reports indicated that the new models could still pose overheating and fire risks. Starting October 13, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. ET, customers in the US can choose from the following Note7 Refund and Exchange Program options: - Up to a $100 total bill credit for a customer who exchanges a Note7 for any Samsung smartphone. - A $25 total bill credit for a customer who exchanges a Note7 for a refund or other branded smartphone. "Customers' safety remains a top priority and we ask consumers with an original or replacement Galaxy Note7 to power down and take advantage of the remedies available," adds Baxter. For more information, customers can check out samsung.com/us/note7recall for specific carrier and retailer instructions on how and where to exchange their Note7 device. Source: SamsungPosted Thu Oct 13, 2016 at 09:20 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Readies Anthology Horror Series 'Lore' for 2017 Debut[teaser]The upcoming show will be based on the popular podcast. [/teaser] Amazon has greenlit its latest original series, 'Lore.' The unscripted horror anthology series will be based on the popular podcast of the same name. "Lore is a thrilling podcast with a rabid following, and we jumped at the opportunity to work with Gale Anne Hurd, Ben Silverman and Howard Owens to develop it into a series for Amazon Prime members," said Conrad Riggs, Head of Unscripted, Amazon Originals. "The series will be a truly unnerving and exciting experience that Prime members will not forget." 'Lore' combines narration, historical mixed media, and dramatic scenes to bring to life terrifying but true stories. Celebrating the origins of the horror genre, Lore explores the real-life stories behind pop culture's most legendary horror characters and myths, such as vampires, zombies, werewolves, ghosts, serial killers and witches. Launched in March 2015 by Aaron Mahnke, Lore has over 3.2 million monthly listens and was named "Best of 2015" by iTunes and one of the "15 podcasts you need to hear in 2016" by Entertainment Weekly. Gale Anne Hurd ('The Walking Dead'), Ben Silverman ('The Office'), Howard T. Owens ('The Biggest Loser'), Brett-Patrick Jenkins ('Face Off'), and Aaron Mahnke will serve as executive producers. Meanwhile, Glen Morgan ('X-Files') is on board as showrunner. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the 10-episode season will premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in the US, UK, Germany, Austria, and Japan in 2017. "Being a horror aficionado, Aaron Mahnke's Lore podcast captivated me from the very beginning as it explores the terrifying truth behind the world's most frightening legends," said Hurd. "And just as Mahnke revolutionized the serial podcast, Amazon is reinventing the unscripted series—and I couldn't be more excited about the mashup." Other upcoming Amazon shows include 'The Grand Tour' on November 18 and 'The Man in the High Castle' season two on December 16. Likewise, the studio also recently greenlit full season orders for its 2016 Comedy Pilot Lineup, announced a new series titled 'Britannia' for 2017, started development on 'Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,' ordered a 13 episode documentary series called 'American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story,' announced an additional docuseries titled 'Novak' about tennis player Novak Djokovic, revealed plans to develop a series inspired by 'The Departed,' and renewed 'Catastrophe' for a third and fourth season scheduled for 2017 and 2018 respectively. A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Video is available as a standalone service for $8 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Wed Oct 12, 2016 at 07:00 PM PDT by: -
Comcast Updates X1 Sports App with Enhanced Features & Voice Search[teaser]The X1 set-top box now offers more sports stats. [/teaser] Comcast has announced an update for its X1 sports app. As part of the upgrade, users will now be able to access detailed stats during all sporting events. The company first launched enhanced features for the X1 sports app during the Rio Olympics, offering quick access to coverage, athlete profiles, stats, and game information. And now, those advanced features will be available for all sports in the app, including support for the 2016-2017 NBA season. Basketball fans with the X1 sports app can now access pre-game stats like team rosters, player profiles, and conference standings. Likewise, users can also track real-time analytics during games, including player and team points, assists and rebounds, and detailed shot maps and scoring summaries. In addition, customers can view post-game analysis, including a full recap of both teams' performances. And beyond the enhanced analytics, Comcast is also adding voice search capabilities to the X1 sports app, allowing users to access player, team, and game-related stats and graphics through their voice remotes. For instance, customers will be able to simply say "Philadelphia Eagles Stats" and the information will pop up on the screen. Likewise, users can even ask for player comparisons to get helpful stats for their fantasy sports teams. Comcast's updated X1 sports app is now available. Meanwhile, voice search for the sports app will launch in the coming weeks for football, and support will expand to basketball and hockey later this year. Outside of the sports app, the X1 platform also recently started beta testing for Netflix integration, letting customers access their Netflix subscriptions directly through their X1 set-top boxes. Following the beta program, X1 Netflix integration is set to officially launch later this year. Source: ComcastPosted Wed Oct 12, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by:
