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Netflix Releases Trailer for 'Black Mirror' Season Three, Streaming Premiere Set for October 21[teaser]Six new stories from the sci-fi anthology series will start streaming later this month. [/teaser] Netflix has revealed a trailer for the third season of 'Black Mirror.' The series will arrive exclusively through Netflix on October 21. Black Mirror is an anthology series that taps into our collective unease with the modern world, with each stand-alone episode a sharp, suspenseful tale exploring themes of contemporary techno-paranoia. Without questioning it, technology has transformed all aspects of our lives; in every home; on every desk; in every palm - a plasma screen; a monitor; a Smartphone – a Black Mirror reflecting our 21st Century existence back at us. The series is created and written by Charlie Brooker, and executive produced by Brooker and Annabel Jones. Its third season, comprising six episodes: San Junipero features Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Mackenzie Davis in an episode directed by Owen Harris; Shut Up and Dance features Jerome Flynn and Alex Lawther in an episode directed by James Watkins; Nosedive features Bryce Dallas Howard, Alice Eve and James Norton in an episode directed by Joe Wright; Men Against Fire stars Michael Kelly, Malachi Kirby and Madeline Brewer in an episode directed by Jakob Verbruggen; Hated in the Nation features Kelly MacDonald in an episode directed by James Hawes; and Wyatt Russell and Hannah John-Kamen star in Playtest, an episode directed by Dan Trachtenberg. Check out the official trailer below! In addition to the upcoming third season, seasons one and two of 'Black Mirror' are currently available on Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'The Ranch' on October 7, 'Haters Back Off' on October 14, 'Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids' on October 12, 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, and 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25. 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 Fri Oct 7, 2016 at 09:15 AM PDT by: -
VUDU Adds 'Star Trek Beyond' to Streaming Library in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision HDR & Dolby Atmos[teaser]VUDU users can now boldly go where no one has gone before... in Dolby Vision! [/teaser] VUDU has announced the addition of 'Star Trek Beyond' to its digital streaming service. The film is now available for sale and download directly from vudu.com or from the app on mobile devices, set-top boxes, and nearly all Smart TV's. Likewise, the Ultra HD stream features Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos immersive audio. This marks the first Paramount movie to hit VUDU in Ultra HD, and more Paramount 4K titles are expected to be added soon. Dolby Vision uses HDR (high dynamic range) and expanded colors to offer enhanced contrast and picture on supported displays -- including VIZIO's 2016 P-Series and M-Series, as well as LG's 2016 OLED and SUPER UHD lineup. Meanwhile, Dolby Atmos is an immersive, object-based audio technology that allows users to add overhead audio to supported sound systems. In addition to content from Paramount, VUDU also offers a growing collection of digital movies with Dolby Vision from Warner Bros., Universal, and MGM, including titles like 'Mad Max: Fury Road,' 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.,' 'The Gallows,' 'Entourage,' 'San Andreas,' 'American Sniper,' 'Man of Steel,' 'Jupiter Ascending,' 'Pan,' 'We Are Your Friends,' 'Pacific Rim,' 'Edge of Tomorrow,' 'Into the Storm,' 'The Legend of Tarzan,' 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' 'Warcraft,' 'Lucy,' and 'Oblivion.' Outside of VUDU, 'Star Trek Beyond' is set to arrive on Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and Ultra HD Blu-ray on November 1. Likewise, an Amazon Exclusive Ultra HD Blu-ray Gift Set will also be available. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D is $48.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is 48.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray Gift Set is $49.99. Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray 3D Source: VUDUPosted Thu Oct 6, 2016 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
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Criterion & Turner Set October 19 Launch Date for FilmStruck Streaming Service[teaser]The upcoming streaming platform is geared toward film buffs. [/teaser] The Criterion Collection and Turner Classic Movies have announced a launch date for their new subscription streaming service, FilmStruck. The ad-free subscription platform will arrive on October 19, offering a curated and constantly refreshed library of streaming independent, art-house, international, cult, and contemporary cinema. "FilmStruck is a departure from the timeless Hollywood classics that we offer at TCM and a genuinely distinct offering for the streaming marketplace, focusing on a thoughtfully curated experience around hard-to-find, critically acclaimed, independent films from the most celebrated libraries in the world," said Jennifer Dorian, general manager of TCM and FilmStruck. "By combining the expertise at TCM and the Criterion Collection - two of the leading authorities in film preservation and history - we have created something really special that is a must-have for passionate film lovers." FilmStruck offers a mix of contemporary and classic arthouse, indie, foreign and cult films from many major studios and independent distributors, including Janus Films, Flicker Alley, Icarus Films, Kino, Milestone, Zeitgeist, Film Movement, Global Lens, First Run Features, Oscilloscope Laboratories, Shout Factory, Warner Bros., and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). Likewise, the platform also includes extensive bonus content, filmmaker interviews and rare footage. Titles set to be featured include 'Babette's Feast,' 'Blood Simple,' 'Blow-Up,' 'Breaker Morant,' 'A Hard Day's Night,' 'Mad Max,' 'Metropolis,' 'Moulin Rouge,' 'My Life as a Dog,' 'Paths of Glory,' 'The Player,' 'A Room with a View,' 'Seven Samurai,' 'The Seventh Seal,' 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being,' 'Stardust Memories,' 'The Trip to Bountiful,' 'The Umbrellas of Cherbourg' and more. And beyond the standard FilmStruck library, starting November 11 subscribers will also be able to sign up for the Criterion Channel -- a premium add-on service that will be dedicated to the Criterion Collection with access to the company's entire streaming library of films and special features. Here's a full rundown of subscription plans per the press release: - FilmStruck Subscription: $6.99/month, offering hundreds of constantly refreshed, hard-to-find and critically acclaimed films, plus exclusive bonus content including hosted introductions, originally produced pieces, interviews and rare footage - FilmStruck + The Criterion Channel Subscription: $10.99/month, offering everything in the FilmStruck subscription plus unlimited access to Criterion's entire streaming library of films and special features, along with channel-exclusive original programming such as filmmaker profiles, master classes, and curated series by celebrated guests from the film world and beyond - Annual Subscription: $99/year for FilmStruck + The Criterion Channel (a $30 annual savings) FilmStruck will launch on October 19 exclusively on Amazon Fire TV, web, iOS and Android devices. Support for Apple TV and other devices will be added in the coming months. In addition, new users can receive a special 14-day free trial. Source: FilmStruckPosted Thu Oct 6, 2016 at 02:30 PM PDT by: -
SVS Announces a New Flagship Subwoofer, the SVS 16-Ultra[teaser]Available in both sealed and ported models.[/teaser] SVS, a brand built on their history of legendary subwoofers, has a new top of the range. The SVS 16-Ultra Series uses a 16-inch driver and an 8-inch wound voice coil to go with the 1,500 watts continuous, 5,000+ watts peak amplifier, but this design is much more than just more power in a big mold. Both the sealed SB16-Ultra and the ported PB16-Ultra utilize MOSFET output and a top-tier Analog Devices Audio DSP to deliver incredible power in an effortless manner. And when it comes to controlling and dialing that power in, the 16-Ultra offers users a bevy of options including custom presets that the user can set in a Smartphone App (delivered via Bluetooth) or with the angled front display and control combo. The included IR remote is likely to be a popular choice, but with the smartphone app, the sub can be controlled even when out of sight. Being a SVS product, special attention has been paid to the materials and construction, and the SVS claims to have delivered "an acoustically inert environment" free of any resonance from the cabinet and able to deliver the "deepest low frequencies" at reference levels. The sealed SB16-Ultra is priced at $1,999.99 and houses its 16" driver and 8" wound coil in a 20" (H) x 19.5" (W) x 20.1" (D) cabinet which weighs in at 122lbs. The sub comes in Piano Gloss Black and Black Oak Veneer with a steel mesh grille. The triple ported PB16-Ultra is priced at $2499.99 and houses its 16" driver, 8" wound coil, and triple ports in 25" (H) x 21.7" (W) x 30.9" (D) cabinet which weighs in at 174.5lbs. As with the SVS PB12-Plus and PB13-Ultra, the PB16-Ultra ports can be sealed remotely and the PB16-Ultra can even go from 3 to 2 ports open when needed. The sub comes in Piano Gloss Black and Black Oak Veneer with a steel mesh grille. Both the SB16-Ultra and the PB16-Ultra start shipping on November 1st, and will be demonstrated at the Rocky Mountain Audio Fest this weekend (Room 8004). SVS is hosting a series of demonstrations which will include the new subs and the Prime Elevation Speaker throughout October and will be giving away a SVS Prime 5.1.2 speaker package at each event (see the locations and details here). Source: SVSPosted Thu Oct 6, 2016 at 10:37 AM PDT by: -
Hisense Reveals New Big Screen 4K Ultra HD TV Lineup with HDR, Prices Start at $1,000[teaser]The company is entering the big-screen TV market with several new display models. [/teaser] Hisense has announced several new additions to its LCD Ultra HD TV lineup, offering screen sizes larger than 65-inches for the first time. In addition, the company has also announced a 100-inch 4K Laser TV. "At Hisense, we are dedicated to continually pushing the envelope with innovative design, technology and value to the consumer," said Jerry Liu, Chief Executive Officer of Hisense Americas. "It only makes sense that as we continue to grow our presence in the United States, we bring our approach to affordable luxury to the larger screen television categories as well." As part of the expanded lineup, Hisense will be releasing four new models under its H8 series, including 65 ($1,000), 70 ($2,500), 75 ($3,000) and 86-inch ($6,000) displays. All four models offer 4K HDR10 processing. In addition, the 65 and 75-inch screen sizes use edge-lit panels with multi-zone Local Dimming, while the 70 and 86-inch sizes use direct LED technology and Ultra Black Full Array Local Dimming. Likewise, both the 65 and 75-inch screen sizes feature a Pure Color Wide Color Gamut that supports more than 83 percent of the DCI-P3 color spectrum. The 70 and 75-inch models will be available in December, and the other sizes are expected to go on sale in early 2017. Next up, Hisense also detailed the new 65-inch H9 series ULED Ultra HD TV. The display uses an edge-lit panel with multi-zone local dimming and features 4K HDR10 playback, Wide Color Gamut support for over 83 percent of DCI-P3, UHD upscaling, and dbx-Award-Winning Audio. The 65-inch H9 will be available in early 2017 for $1,700. Also set for an early 2017 release, is the company's upcoming 70-inch H10 series ULED Ultra HD TV. The advanced display features Ultra Black Full Array Local Dimming with 320 zones, UHD Premium certification with 4K HDR10 playback, Quantum Dot technology, Wide Color Gamut support, and dbx Award winning audio. The 70-inch H10 display will retail for $3,500. Finally, Hisense also revealed a 100-inch state-of-the-art 4K Laser TV. The TV uses a short-throw projector to display a 4K picture that measures 100-inches diagonal. In addition, the Laser TV offers HDR processing, UHD upscaling, and a 5.1 surround sound speaker system. The H9900 Series 4K Laser TV will be available in Summer 2017 for an expected retail price of $12,999. "As screen sizes get larger, the panels become heavier and more costly to produce. Bringing a 4K panel television of over 100-inches into the home is extremely cost-prohibitive," says Jerry Liu, CEO of Hisense America’s. "We believe the future of the big-screen is panel-less, and our 4K Laser TV is evidence that size and picture quality can be more accessible." Stay tuned to High-Def Digest for detailed impressions of Hisense's new Ultra HD TV and 4K Laser TV lineup! Source: HisensePosted Wed Oct 5, 2016 at 05:15 PM PDT by: -
Xiaomi Releases 4K Mi Box with HDR Support for $69[teaser]The new Android TV set-top box is now available in the US. [/teaser] Xiaomi has announced the launch of its 4K Mi Box. The Ultra HD streaming media player is powered by Google's Android TV platform and includes HDR support. "We are thrilled to bring Mi Box to our fans in the U.S. in collaboration with Google. This is a significant milestone for Xiaomi, as it is our first opportunity to demonstrate to consumers here in America the power of what makes Xiaomi extraordinary: our promise of innovation for everyone. We believe everyone is entitled to benefit from technological breakthroughs, and Mi Box is a reflection of that belief: an incredible entertainment experience at an unprecedented price of $69, less than the cost of a single night out for two," said Hugo Barra, Vice President, Xiaomi Global. The Mi Box is an Android TV streaming media player with access to thousands of movies and shows from many popular apps like Netflix, HBO, Showtime, and VUDU. Likewise, the device also provides gaming options through Google Play and live TV streaming through Sling TV. Under the hood, the player is powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 CPU, Mali 450 GPU, 2GB DDR3 RAM, and 8GB eMMC flash. In addition, the Mi Box supports 4K Ultra HD playback at 60 frames per second and the latest HDR10 standard (to be enabled from Android N onwards). Finally, a Bluetooth remote control with voice search is also included, and the device offers built-in Google Cast technology. "The Android TV team is excited to partner with Xiaomi to deliver the Mi Box to the U.S. With features like voice search and HDR support, the Mi Box takes advantage of the latest Android TV platform innovations," said Sascha Prueter, Google's head of Android TV. Xiaomi's Mi Box is now available at Mi.com for $69. In addition, the player will be available in Walmart stores and through Walmart.com in early October. Source: Xiaomi via PR NewswirePosted Wed Oct 5, 2016 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
Apple Pulls the Plug on Third-Generation Apple TV[teaser]The older Apple TV model has been discontinued. [/teaser] According to reports from MacRumors and 9to5Mac, Apple has officially discontinued the third-generation Apple TV. The device has been succeeded by the current fourth-generation model. The third-generation Apple TV was first released back in 2012. For the time being, Apple is still selling refurbished units of the device for $59, but has pulled new units from its website. Likewise, the company sent out an email to employees and education partners confirming the model's discontinued status. With that said, some retail stores might still have some stock available. It's unclear whether the device will receive any future software updates. With the third-generation model phased out, Apple will now be focusing fully on the current fourth-generation Apple TV model. The fourth-generation Apple TV uses the company's new tvOS designed specifically for the living room with access to a wide array of apps and games. Under the hood, the player is powered by a 64-bit A8 chip with Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi. Likewise, the set-top box is capable of full HD playback at 60 frames per second. The device also comes with an advanced remote with Bluetooth 4.0, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a glass touch surface for intuitive navigation, and a Siri voice search feature for comprehensive voice search results. In addition, Apple announced an Apple TV update with several new Siri features back in June, including the ability to search across more apps, YouTube search, topic search, and the option to tune into more live channels. Likewise, this fall users will also gain access to a single sign-on option, allowing customers to authenticate all the video channels from their pay-TV providers by signing in just once. In addition, updates for Apple Music, Photos, the Apple TV Remote App, and more are also part of the new upgrade. The fourth-generation Apple TV is available in 32GB ($149) and 64GB ($199) models. Sources: MacRumors, 9to5Mac, EngadgetPosted Wed Oct 5, 2016 at 03:15 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Announces March 17 Premiere Date for Marvel's 'Iron Fist'[teaser]The Marvel superhero will hit Netflix in March 2017. [/teaser] Netflix has announced a premiere date for its latest original series. Marvel's 'Iron Fist' will start streaming exclusively through Netflix on March 17. Fifteen years after being presumed dead in a plane crash, Danny Rand (Finn Jones) mysteriously returns to New York City determined to reclaim his birthright and family company. However, when a long-destined enemy rises in New York, this living weapon is forced to choose between his family’s legacy and his duties as the Iron Fist. Check out the date announcement teaser below! 'Iron Fist' will now join Netflix's growing collection of Marvel shows, including 'Daredevil,' 'Jessica Jones,' and 'Luke Cage.' In addition, Marvel and Netflix are also prepping 'The Defenders' for a 2017 debut. 'The Defenders' will feature a crossover team-up between Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist as they face their biggest threat yet. The series will star Charlie Cox, Krysten Ritter, Mike Colter, and Finn Jones, all reprising their roles from their individual shows. Douglas Petrie, Marco Ramirez, Drew Goddard ('The Martian,' 'Lost,' 'Alias'), and Jeph Loeb will all serve as Executive Producers for the mini-series. The show is being produced by Marvel Television in association with ABC Studios for Netflix. Finally, Netflix will release a series based on 'The Punisher' starring Jon Bernthal next year as well. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'The Ranch' on October 7, 'Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids' on October 12, 'Black Mirror' on October 21, 'The Crown' on November 4, 'Lovesick' on November 17, and 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' on November 25. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Oct 5, 2016 at 09:30 AM PDT by: -
Google Home Voice-Activated Speaker Launches in November for $129[teaser]The company's smart speaker with Google Assistant is now available for pre-order. [/teaser] Google has announced pricing and availability for Google Home. The voice-activated smart speaker allows users to play music, ask questions, and control various devices around their home. Google Home features a high-excursion driver with a dual passive radiator design, offering clean highs and deep lows for Hi-Fi streaming audio. The device also includes hidden LED lights and a capacitive touch surface on its top face, and buyers can customize the base with different colors and finishes. Using the new Google Assistant experience, Google Home lets customers ask questions, enjoy entertainment, stream music, and manage everyday tasks through conversational speech commands. Music support includes playback from services like Google Play Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and YouTube Music (with additional platforms like iHeartRadio coming soon). Likewise, users can also stream audio directly from a smartphone to their Google Home by casting tracks from 100+ Chromecast-enabled apps on Android or iOS devices. In addition, customers can get real-time answers to various questions through their Google Home using integrated Google Search, offering easy access to weather forecasts, stock market info, traffic updates, sports news, and more. Finally, Google Home also allows users to control various home devices, including speakers and TVs with Chromecast built-in. At launch, voice-support will include streaming videos from YouTube, and control for more services like Netflix and Google Photos will be added in the near future. Likewise, Google Home can control lights, thermostats, and switches with popular home automation systems like Philips Hue, Nest, Samsung SmartThings, and IFTTT. Google Home is now available for pre-order for $129 from the Google Store, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart. Shipments are expected to begin in November. And as an added bonus, buyers who purchase a unit before the end of the year will also receive 6 free months of YouTube Red. Source: GooglePosted Tue Oct 4, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Google Unveils Chromecast Ultra with 4K, HDR, and Dolby Vision Support for $69[teaser]A new Ultra HD Chromecast model has been announced. [/teaser] Google has detailed its latest Chromecast streaming device. The new Chromecast Ultra offers improved performance over previous models along with support for 4K and HDR content. Chromecast Ultra can load videos 1.8 times faster than other Chromecast models, includes major Wi-Fi improvements for streaming, and offers integrated Ethernet support for wired connections. Like previous models, the compact streaming device plugs into a display's HDMI port, allowing users to cast all of their favorite content from thousands of apps using a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Customers can also mirror any content from an Android device or a Chrome browser tab on a laptop to their TV screen. In addition, the Chromecast Ultra adds new support for 4K, HDR (high dynamic range) and Dolby Vision content, offering playback support for videos with higher resolution, expanded colors, and enhanced contrast. Initial Ultra HD support will include streaming content from Netflix, YouTube and Vudu. Google is also working to offer expanded support for more 4K and HDR services. Likewise, Google Play Movies & TV will be rolling out 4K content with Chromecast support in November. And even if your TV isn't 4K-ready, Chromecast Ultra will automatically optimize your display's picture. Finally, the Chromecast Ultra will also include Google Home support, allowing users to control their Chromecast from their voice-activated speakers. Google's Chromecast Ultra is set to launch in November for $69 from retailers like Best Buy, Google Store, Target, and Walmart in the US, along with international availability in 15 more countries. Beyond the Chromecast Ultra, Google also recently announced its Pixel smartphone, Daydream View VR headset, and Google Home speaker. Source: GooglePosted Tue Oct 4, 2016 at 11:30 AM PDT by:
