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Dolby and Jaunt Offer First Cinematic VR Portal with Dolby Atmos Content[teaser]The portal gives users easy access to Dolby Atmos virtual reality content. [/teaser] Dolby and Jaunt have announced the launch of the world's first dedicated VR content portal featuring titles mixed in Dolby Atmos immersive audio on the Jaunt VR app. The app is currently available for iOS, Android, Samsung Gear VR, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive. Jaunt VR content with Dolby Atmos can be played through any pair of stereo headphones. At launch, the Dolby Atmos portal includes titles like 'Paul McCartney: Live and Let Die,' 'Jack White: Ball & Biscuit,' 'Jack White: Freedom at 21,' 'Revolt: Big Sean,' the 'Pure McCartney VR series,' 'Black Mass,' 'Rapid Fire: A Brief History of Flight,' 'Earth Encounter,' 'Collisions,' the 'North Face series,' 'Zombie Purge,' 'Time Bubble,' 'Other Space,' 'Visions of California,' and more. In addition, Jaunt is also releasing the latest episode in the multi-part documentary series, Pure McCartney VR, in Dolby Atmos. Titled "Mull of Kintyre," the episode features the legendary musician as he recounts the inspirations and stories behind the 1977 song of the same name. "Over the past twelve months, we've been working closely with Dolby and leading filmmakers, musicians and brands to create a library of marquee titles leveraging the Dolby Atmos technology. We truly believe high quality immersive audio in VR is more than half the experience. We're very excited to offer Dolby Atmos support in the Jaunt VR App for consumers' enjoyment," said Cliff Plumer, President of Jaunt Studios. "Experiences like 'Mull of Kintyre' in Dolby Atmos truly make you feel like you're standing there inside of the studio with Paul as his stories come to life all around you." Users can download the Jaunt VR app with the Dolby Atmos portal through supported devices now. Source: DolbyPosted Fri Jul 15, 2016 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Orders Third Season of 'Bloodline' Starring Kyle Chandler[teaser]The family thriller will return with new episodes in 2017. [/teaser] Netflix has announced a ten episode third season renewal for its original series, 'Bloodline.' The show comes from creators Todd A. Kessler, Daniel Zelman and Glenn Kessler ("KZK"), and stars Kyle Chandler, Sissy Spacek, Ben Mendelsohn, Linda Cardellini, and Norbert Leo Butz. "Todd, Daniel, and Glenn have created a riveting family saga featuring one of the most talented ensembles in the history of television. We can't wait to see what the next chapter holds for the all-too-human Rayburns," said Cindy Holland, Vice President of Original Content at Netflix. The Emmy®, Golden Globe®, and WGA nominated dramatic thriller explores the demons lurking beneath the surface of a contemporary American family. In Bloodline, the Rayburns are hard-working pillars of their Florida Keys community, but their past contains dark secrets that they hope remain buried. Paranoia and mistrust build as lies pile up, alliances are shattered, and an unthinkable crime takes place. The tight-knit family's formerly harmonious relationship deteriorates, and good people are forced to consider doing very bad things. An exact release date for 'Bloodline' season three has not been announced yet, but the series is expected to return sometime in 2017. The show's first and second seasons are currently available for streaming in 4K Ultra HD on Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include season three of 'BoJack Horseman' on July 22, 'Tallulah' on July 29, 'Last Chance U' on July 29, 'The Little Prince' on August 5, 'The Get Down' on August 12, 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12, 'XOXO' on August 12, and 'The Crown' on November 4. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping a new sci-fi series called 'Travelers' from writer Brad Wright. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Fri Jul 15, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Yamaha Announces BD-S681 & AVENTAGE BD-A1060 Blu-ray Players with 4K Ultra HD Upscaling[teaser]Two new Blu-ray players with 4K upscaling have been revealed. [/teaser] Yamaha has detailed the latest additions to its home theater lineup. The BD-S681 ($329.95) and BD-A1060 ($549.95) Blu-ray players are both set to start shipping next month. "Yamaha Blu-ray Disc players have always delivered the most immersive experiences in picture quality and music fidelity and our latest models continue that tradition," said Bob Goedken, general manager, AV division, Yamaha Corporation of America. "The Yamaha BD-S681 and AVENTAGE BD-A1060 seamlessly and effortlessly deliver the highest quality playback of multiple audio and video formats and provide 4K video upscaling with the precision and reliability our customers expect." Both models use advanced 4K Ultra HD upscaling technology to enhance HD content on Ultra HD displays. Likewise, the players include support for full HD Blu-ray Discs, 3D Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, SACDs and standard audio CDs. In addition, each model offers integrated Wi-Fi connectivity and a Wi-Fi Direct mode, allowing users to access BD Live extra features on Blu-ray Discs and stream music directly from a mobile device to the player. Designed to complement the Yamaha RX-V 81 line of AV receivers, the BD-S681 features similar styling and operation, along with a USB port and an integrated 192 kHz / 24-bit DAC for DSD streams up to 5.6 MHz, FLAC and Apple Lossless (ALAC) music files. Meanwhile, the AVENTAGE BD-A1060 incorporates a 192 kHz / 32-bit DAC, a high-purity power supply, and independent circuit boards with a magnetic shield between them. Beyond the company's two new Blu-ray players, Yamaha also recently announced the WX-010 Wireless Speaker ($200) and the YSP-2700 Sound Bar ($1,200). Both products offer support for Yamaha's MusicCast wireless multiroom audio technology. With MusicCast, users can stream music through a simple Android or iOS app, and easily link to other MusicCast speakers, AV receivers and Hi-Fi gear in other rooms to share music throughout the home. Source: YamahaPosted Thu Jul 14, 2016 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
'HarmonQuest' Premieres on Seeso Streaming Service, Watch the First Episode for Free on YouTube[teaser]Dan Harmon's latest series is now streaming on Seeso. [/teaser] Seeso has announced the premiere of its newest original show. 'HarmonQuest' comes from Executive Producer Dan Harmon ('Community,' 'Rick and Morty'). The series offers a comedic journey into the hilarious world of fantasy roleplaying with Dan Harmon and his Comedian Companions. As the players sit down for their roleplaying quest in front of a studio audience, animated segments breathe life into their adventures. The Seeso Original Series stars Dan Harmon, Spencer Crittenden, Erin McGathy, and Jeff B. Davis. Guest stars include, Paul F. Tompkins, Chelsea Peretti, Steve Agee, Aubrey Plaza, Thomas Middleditch, Kumail Nanjiani, & more. All ten season one episodes are now available for streaming through Seeso. Check out the full trailer below! In addition to Seeso, episode one is also currently available to stream for free through YouTube. Check out the full premiere episode below! Seeso is an ad-free subscription based digital streaming platform that focuses on curated comedy shows, clips, and original material. The platform includes catalog content from NBC's collection, including series like 'The Office,' '30 Rock,' and 'Parks and Recreation,' as well as next day TV from 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' 'Late Night with Seth Meyers,' and 'SNL.' Likewise, the service is home to several exclusive classic comedy titles remastered in HD like 'Monty Python’s Flying Circus' and 'The Kids in the Hall,' and numerous British comedies like 'The IT Crowd,' 'The Mighty Boosh,' 'Fawlty Towers,' 'The Office (UK),' 'A Bit of Fry and Laurie,' and more. A current Seeso membership costs $4 per month. The platform is available through iOS and Android devices, Roku players and Roku TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, and Fire tablets, and directly through the Amazon Video app for connected devices. Source: SeesoPosted Thu Jul 14, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
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DISH Introduces New Voice Remote for Hopper 3 & 4K Joey Set-Top Boxes[teaser]A new voice remote has been released for DISH customers. [/teaser] DISH has announced the launch of its new voice remote. The remote is available for new and existing Hopper 3 and 4K Joey set-top box users. "Voice Remote is simple to use, affordable and, most impressively, operates with incredible speed and accuracy," said Vivek Khemka, DISH executive vice president and chief technology officer. "Leveraging modern navigation paradigms like touch and voice, this remote represents a complete reinvention of the outdated remote control customers have come to expect from cable providers." The DISH voice remote features voice recognition, a clickable touchpad, and backlighting. The voice recognition technology can search for results based on program title, actor, or genre. Likewise, customers can also use voice commands for basic control functions like recording and changing channels. Meanwhile, the touchpad offers two modes -- a blank mode for navigation and a numeric mode with an illuminated keypad for entering in channels and passwords. In addition, the device can also act as a universal remote with infrared capabilities for up to two IR components (TV/AUX models). Finally, the compact remote has been designed to fit in the palm of a user's hand with dimensions of 5.59"(L) x 2.25"(W) x 1.02"(D). Hopper 3 and 4K Joey customers can now purchase the Voice Remote for $30 through www.dish.com or by calling 1-800-333-DISH. The Hopper 3 features 16 tuners and runs a Broadcom BCM7445 quad-core ARM application processor at 1.5 GHz, 21K DMIPS with a 2TB hard drive for up to 500 hours of high-definition recording (or 2,000 hours of standard definition recording). For 4K playback, the Hopper 3 can decode and output 60 FPS and 10-bit color and can support H.264 and H.265. The device also supports HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2, USB 3.0, and HDR10/BDA 2.0 encoded streams. Meanwhile, the 4K Joey offers Ultra HD video support, full Joey functionality for standard and high-definition televisions, and supports playback at 60fps in 10-bit color. In addition, the set-top box also includes a picture-in-picture option that allows viewers to watch two HD sources side by side at the same time. Under the hood, the 4K Joey uses a Broadcom dual-core chipset and Broadcom 7448 dual-core ARM processor. Source: DISHPosted Thu Jul 14, 2016 at 01:15 PM PDT by: -
STARZ Subscription Streaming Service Arrives on Roku Devices[teaser]The STARZ streaming platform is now available on Roku products. [/teaser] Roku has announced the arrival of the STARZ subscription streaming service on its devices. The standalone STARZ channel offers STARZ online streaming without the need for a traditional cable or satellite package. The STARZ streaming service provides access to more than 2,700 titles each month, including STARZ original series like 'Outlander,' 'Power,' 'The Girlfriend Experience,' and the upcoming 'American Gods,' as well as popular movies including 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' and, later this year, 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' Likewise, subscribers can also watch content from STARZ sister networks STARZ ENCORE and MOVIEPLEX .The service lets up to four users watch programming simultaneously along with support for virtually unlimited downloads. In addition to Roku media players and Roku TVs, STARZ is also available for Chromecast, Apple TV (4th gen and newer), iPhones and iPads running iOS 7.0 or higher, Google Nexus Player, Sony Android TV, and most Android phones, tablets and TV devices. Customers can subscribe to the STARZ digital service in-app from their supported devices or through PCs and MACs. Likewise, current STARZ cable and satellite subscribers can also use the app by authenticating their memberships. The service costs $9 per month and new users can receive a free 7 day trial. Outside of STARZ, HBO also offers its own standalone streaming service, HBO Now, for $15 per month; Showtime has a subscription app for $11 per month; CBS offers its CBS All Access service for $6 per month; NBC has its Seeso comedy platform for $4 per month; Lionsgate offers several streaming platforms including Tribeca Shortlist, Comic-Con HQ, and the upcoming Laugh Out Loud; and Criterion and TCM are readying their own FilmStruck streaming service for independent, art-house, international, and contemporary cinema. Source: RokuPosted Thu Jul 14, 2016 at 12:37 PM PDT by: -
Fox Adds Live Primetime Streaming Support to Digital Platforms[teaser]The broadcast network is now live streaming primetime shows to various connected devices. [/teaser] Fox has announced the beta launch of its live primetime streaming feature for digital platforms. Pay TV customers in the US can now watch a live simulcast of Fox primetime entertainment through FOX.com or the FOX NOW app for iPhone, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire, Apple TV, and Google Chromecast devices. "From the start of the on-demand and over-the-top viewing revolution, FOX has been at the forefront of providing greater access to our buzz-defining shows, like EMPIRE, LUCIFER, SCREAM QUEENS and FAMILY GUY," said Dana Walden and Gary Newman, Chairmen and CEOs of Fox Television Group. "Adding nationwide primetime live streams is just another great example of how the FOX Digital Consumer Group, under Brian Sullivan’s leadership, is innovating to give viewers the convenience and flexibility to watch our programming whenever and wherever they want." Fox is now the first broadcast network to provide a live primetime stream to pay TV customers in all 210 television markets nationwide. The network will simulcast programming seven nights a week, including Saturdays during late night. Live streaming officially launched on July 11 with an episode of 'So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation.' Other shows available for live streaming this summer include 'Wayward Pines,' 'Masterchef,' 'Hotel Hell,' 'Home Free,' and the '2016 Teen Choice Awards' on July 31. Likewise, live primetime streaming will continue for all of Fox’s shows in the upcoming 2016-17 season. With that said, live Fox sports programming will remain available for streaming through FOX Sports GO. To enjoy Fox live primetime streaming, users will still need an authenticated pay TV subscription. Source: FoxPosted Wed Jul 13, 2016 at 10:30 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Unveils Trailer for 'Rebirth,' Streaming Premiere Set for July 15[teaser]The thriller will start streaming only on Netflix later this month. [/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for its latest film. 'Rebirth' comes from writer/director Karl Mueller ('Mr. Jones') and stars Fran Kranz ('The Cabin in the Woods'). Kyle (Fran Kranz), a cubicle drone who's grown bored with his job and family responsibilities, is shocked when his hard-partying college friend Zack (Adam Goldberg) shows up at his office. Zack convinces Kyle to join him on a weekend retreat involving a self-help program called "Rebirth," but what seems like an opportunity for Kyle to get his priorities in order soon turns into a surrealistic nightmare. Pat Healy and Harry Hamlin co-star. Written and directed by Karl Mueller, 'Rebirth' made its world premiere at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival. Check out the trailer below! The cast also includes Harry Hamlin ('Mad Men'), Nicky Whelan (Hall Pass'), and Steve Agee ('New Girl'). Ross Dinerstein ('The Pact,' 'The Nightmare') is on board as producer. The film will start streaming exclusively through Netflix on July 15. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Stranger Things' on July 15, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, season three of 'BoJack Horseman' on July 22, 'Tallulah' on July 29, 'Last Chance U' on July 29, 'The Little Prince' on August 5, 'The Get Down' on August 12, 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12, 'XOXO' on August 12, and 'The Crown' on November 4. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping a new sci-fi series called 'Travelers' from writer Brad Wright. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Jul 13, 2016 at 09:30 AM PDT by: -
Prime Day: Up to 36% off Projectors, Ultra HD TVs, OLED Displays, Blu-ray Players and More![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select electronics for Prime members today only! [/teaser] As part of its Prime Day sales event, Amazon is running special deals on select projectors, displays, and media players. RIF6 Cube 2-inch Mobile Projector - Currently $190 (36% off). Epson Home Cinema 2040 1080p 3D 3LCD Home Theater Projector - Currently $560 (30% off). Samsung BD-J5900 Curved 3D Blu-ray Player with Wi-Fi (2015 Model) - Currently $50 (26% off). TiVo BOLT 1000 GB DVR (Certified Refurbished) - Currently $224 (20% off). Hisense 43H7C2 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV (2016 Model) - Currently $300 (18% off). LG 55EG9100 Curved 55-Inch. OLED 1080p Smart TV (2015 Model) - Price hidden, add to cart to see deal. LG Electronics PF1000U Ultra Short Throw Smart Home Theater Projector - Deal starts at 5:25pm TiVo Mini with IR Remote (Certified Refurbished) - Deal starts at 7:25pm Optoma HD161X 1080p 3D DLP Home Theater Projector - Deal starts at 8:25pm These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Prime Day deals!Posted Tue Jul 12, 2016 at 12:40 PM PDT by: -
Prime Day: KEF & Klipsch Speakers up to 47% off, Including Dolby Atmos Model![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select Klipsch and KEF speakers for Prime members today only! [/teaser] As part of its Prime Day sales event, Amazon is running special deals on select speakers from KEF and Klipsch exclusively for Prime members. Klipsch RP280FA Walnut (Ea.) Tower Speaker w/built-in Dolby Atmos Height Channel - Currently $639 (47% off). Klipsch RP450CA Walnut Center Channel Speaker - Currently $479 (44% off). Klipsch RP440C Cherry Center Channel Speaker - Currently $320 (42% off). Klipsch RP-260F Reference Premiere Floorstanding Speaker - Currently $319 (36% off). KEF Q300B Bookshelf Loudspeakers - Black Ash (Pair) - Currently $400 (38% off). KEF Q300WH Bookshelf Loudspeakers - White (Pair) - Currently $400 (38% 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 Prime Day deals!Posted Tue Jul 12, 2016 at 10:45 AM PDT by:
