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NBC Set to Offer 4K Ultra HD Coverage of Rio Olympics[teaser]Select portions of the upcoming Olympic Games will be covered in 4K and HDR. [/teaser] NBC has detailed its 4K Ultra HD plans for this summer's Rio Olympics. The broadcaster will provide select coverage in 4K Ultra HD to its cable, satellite and telco distribution partners. 4K Ultra HD coverage will be available for specific events with a one day delay, including the opening and closing ceremonies, track and field, swimming, basketball, the men's soccer final, and judo. In addition, the opening ceremonies will also be available in HDR (high dynamic range) with Dolby Atmos immersive object based audio. NBC will distribute their 4K coverage provided by Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) and Japan's NHK to various US distribution partners. Each distribution partner will then decide individually how to make the content available to their customers with compatible equipment. The Rio Olympics will kick off on August 5 and conclude on August 21. 4K Ultra HD content for the games will begin on August 6 and run through August 22. Outside of 4K Ultra HD coverage, the Olympic Broadcasting Services also recently announced plans to offer select 8K and virtual reality coverage as well. 8K Super Hi-Vision broadcasts with a resolution of 7680 x 4320 and 22.2 channel immersive audio will be available in Japan only for select events, including swimming, judo, athletics, basketball, and football, along with live coverage of the opening and closing ceremonies. Meanwhile, VR content from the games will be available around the world. Users with compatible headsets will be able to enjoy select footage in immersive VR, including the opening and closing ceremonies and one key event per day. VR broadcasts will be available live and on-demand, and highlights will even be viewable to users without a headset. Sources: The Hollywood Reporter, Broadcasting & CablePosted Fri May 27, 2016 at 10:30 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Readies New Slate of Streaming Pilots for June 17[teaser]Amazon pilot season is right around the corner. [/teaser] Amazon has announced its latest lineup of original pilots. The slate includes two one hour pilots and six kids pilots, which are all set to premiere on June 17 exclusively through Amazon Video in the US, UK, Germany, Austria and Japan. Once the shows are live, customers can offer feedback to help Amazon choose which pilots move forward as full series for Amazon Prime. "We're focused on bringing customers compelling, must-see TV and we accomplish this by going directly to them for input," said Roy Price, Vice President, Digital Video and Amazon Studios. "Our process has proven to work time and time again. Their feedback has helped create series that have become fan favorites among critics and customers." Here's a full rundown of the upcoming pilots: 'The Interestings' (in 4K Ultra HD and HDR) - Adapted from Meg Wolitzer's critically acclaimed New York Times best-seller and a co-production with TriStar Television, The Interestings follows a group of artistic teenagers who meet at summer camp in 1974. As they transition into adulthood over the course of the next few decades, their friendships are tested by tragedy, success, failure and secrecy. At the heart is Lauren Ambrose (Six Feet Under) as Jules Jacobson, an aspiring actress who uses her wit to compensate for what she is lacking in glamour, money and the talent her other friends seem to have in spades. BAFTA winner Mike Newell (Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fires, Four Weddings and a Funeral) directed the pilot written by Lyn Greene and Richard Levine (Masters of Sex, Boss, Nip Tuck). In addition to Greene, Levine and Newell, Michael De Luca (The Social Network) and Lindsay Sloane (Covert Affairs) serve as executive producers. The Interestings also stars David Krumholtz (Numb3rs), Jessica Pare (Mad Men), Matt Barr (Sleepy Hallow), Gabriel Ebert (Ricki and the Flash), Jessica Collins (Rubicon) and Corey Cott (Public Morals). Wolitzer’s novel, which the series is based on, received numerous accolades from top tier press and made countless "best-of" lists, including Amazon Best Books of 2013: Top 10 Literature & Fiction, Top 100 Editors' Picks, New York Times' 100 Notable Books of 2013, inclusion in Oprah’s Best 10 Books of 2013, among others. 'The Last Tycoon' (in 4K Ultra HD and HDR) - A co-production with TriStar Television, The Last Tycoon is written and directed by Academy Award nominee Billy Ray (Captain Phillips, The Hunger Games), and executive produced by Ray and Christopher Keyser (Tyrant, Party of Five), who serve as showrunners, Joshua D. Maurer (Rosemary’s Baby), Alixandre Witlin (Rosemary’s Baby), and David A. Stern (Rosemary’s Baby). Mad Men’s Scott Hornbacher serves as co-executive producer of the pilot, along with Perri Kipperman (Billions). An adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s last work, The Last Tycoon follows Hollywood’s Golden Boy, Monroe Stahr (Matt Bomer, White Collar) as he battles father figure and boss, Pat Brady (Kelsey Grammer, Frasier) for the soul of their studio. In a world darkened by the Great Depression and the growing international influence of Hitler’s Germany, The Last Tycoon illuminates the passions, violence, and towering ambition of 1930’s Hollywood. Lily Collins (The Blind Side) stars as Cecelia Brady and noted Pulitzer-winning Fitzgerald scholar A. Scott Berg serves as consulting producer. 'Sigmund and the Sea Monsters' (for children ages 6-11; live-action) - Sid & Marty Krofft present Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, a live action show for children ages 6 to 11, based on their classic Saturday morning series from the 1970s. The show is centered on two brothers, Johnny and Scotty, who discover and befriend Sigmund, a friendly young sea-monster who escapes from his old life and his comically dysfunctional brothers Slurp and Blurp. Now, using a Clubhouse as their hiding place, the boys must keep Sigmund safe from an ambitious sea-monster hunter Captain Barnabas. The show is Executive Produced by Sid & Marty Krofft (H.R. Pufnstuf, Land of the Lost) with the pilot being directed by Jonathan Judge (The Thundermans, School of Rock) and starring David Arquette (Scream, Jake and the Neverland Pirates) as Captain Barnabas. Garrett Frawley and Brian Turner (Santa Baby) wrote the new teleplay based on the classic series. 'Little Big Awesome' (for children ages 6-11; animated) - Little Big Awesome is a comedy for kids ages 6-11 that combines 2D animation, puppetry, and real live action footage as we explore the whimsically weird world of Ballopolis. Our show follows Gluko, a jelly giant, and Lennon, a small kid-like creature with a fuzzy hat, who are inseparable buddies. They adventure through a universe where sea turtles fly, flowers talk, and tear drops splash around on a hot summer day. Gluko and Lennon’s desire to help those around them can, at times, lead them to epically outlandish places, but at the end of the day, this show is about two best buds making their own fun and enjoying the wonderfully strange world around them. Created by Tomas Dieguez (TRONCO), written by Ben Gruber (Spongebob Squarepants and Super Jail), and animated by Emmy award winning studio Titmouse (Randy Cunningham and Metalocalypse). 'Morris and the Cow' (for children ages 6-11; animated) - Morris and the Cow, an animated comedy for 6 to 11 year-olds, follows Morris, a 10 year-old determined to follow his passion and become a cowboy! Wearing homemade chaps and joined by his best friend, a talking cow named Florence, the duo explores the city of South Krumpton while confronting everyday problems with a mix of grit, determination, and country wisdom. The show is created and written by Andreas Trolf (Sanjay and Craig) and Luke Watson (Memphis Beat), with production and animation by Emmy-winning Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers). Featuring the voice talent of Jermaine Fowler (College Humor, Robot Chicken) as Morris, Riki Lindhome (The Muppets, Adventure Time) as Florence, and Thomas Lennon (Bob’s Burgers, Dawn of the Croods) as Jimmy Ray Royce. Also starring Zoë Kravitz (Divergent, Mad Max), Michael Peña (Ant Man, The Martian), and Erik Griffin (Workaholics). 'Toasty Tales' (for children ages 6-11; animated) - Toasty Tales in an animated comedy for kids ages 6-11, featuring Waffle, Burger and Pants-- three best friends who happen to be Marshmallows living in the long forgotten Move-Along National Park. Every day is a new adventure filled with strange creatures, perilous excursions, and epic tomfoolery, always served with a side of pancakes, hot off the griddle! Together, the trio explore the mysteries of Move-Along, and spin tall tales that maybe…just maybe…. have a hint of truth. Created by Thomas Borowski and Caroline Foley (Rick and Morty, Robot Chicken), written by Merriwether Williams (Spongebob Squarepants, Adventure Time), and animated by Stoopid Buddy Stoodios (Robot Chicken). 'The Curious Kitty and Friends' (for preschool-aged children) - The Curious Kitty and Friends is a preschool stop-motion animated show, where we will join the upbeat and colorful adventures of kitty cat Komaneko as she explores the wonderful world with her friends Mimmi Bear, Radibo, and Yeti. With her trusty video camera and knapsack in tow, creative and curious Komaneko makes her own movies, usually starring her two favorite dolls, Wink and Ink. This playful show is produced by Dwarf Studios and comes from the mind of Tsuneo Goda, the creator and director of the world-famous DOMO among other numerous characters and award-winning films and series. The talent also includes recognized lead animator Hiro Minegishi, music by Kevin Kiner (Star Wars Rebels, Jane the Virgin) and script by Kent Redeker (Doc McStuffins, Special Agent Oso). 'Jazz Duck' (for preschool-aged children) - Jazz Duck is an animated series that encourages preschoolers to listen and express themselves as they explore the sounds and musical potential of their world! Jazz Duck is part duck, part saxophone, and loads of physical fun. With the friendship of the Narrator and his animal friends, he embarks on adventures through the noisy Big City that culminate in a musical jam. Created by Tom Jobbins, co-directing with Mark Perrett, the show is animated by award-winning studio Nexus Productions and features a kid-filled voice cast including Myla Beau, Britain Dalton, Tony Espinosa, Aiden Ledowski, and Ava Priestley with saxophonist Ross Hughes as Jazz Duck. 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 Thu May 26, 2016 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
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DISH Reveals HopperGO Portable DVR, Price Set for $99[teaser]The compact DVR lets customers take their recordings on the go. [/teaser] DISH has announced the release of their latest DVR. The HopperGO is a personal mobile video drive designed for portable, offline viewing. "HopperGO is the perfect summer travel companion for nearly anyone, whether you're road tripping, at the airport or lounging on a beach," said Vivek Khemka, DISH Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. "It manages the burden of storage, so forget about deleting apps or pictures to free up space on your phone or tablet for video." The pocket-sized portable DVR features 64GB of storage and a rechargeable battery capable of up to four hours of streaming on a single charge. Likewise, the HopperGO can still be used while charging. The DVR lets users transfer up to 100 hours of recorded TV shows and movies from a Hopper 3 or Hopper 2 DVR for mobile viewing. In addition, the DVR creates its own private wireless cloud with support for simultaneous viewing of different programs on up to five mobile devices through the DISH Anywhere app without the need for an internet connection. Compatible devices include iOS and Android smartphones and tablets, and Kindle tablets. The HopperGO is now available for $99 and is not subject to any monthly fees. Beyond the HopperGO, DISH also recently released its Hopper 3 DVR with 4K Ultra HD support. The Hopper 3 features 16 tuners, allowing customers to watch shows in multiple rooms, remotely view live content through DISH Anywhere, and schedule multiple recordings at the same time without any pesky conflicts. Under the hood, the device runs a Broadcom BCM7445 quad-core ARM application processor at 1.5 GHz, 21K DMIPS and features 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. Finally, the DVR features a new 4K Sports Bar Mode which divides the screen into four quadrants, enabling customers to watch four different HD feeds at the same time. Source: DISHPosted Thu May 26, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Preps 'BoJack Horseman' Season 3 Starring Will Arnett for July 22[teaser]The animated comedy is returning for a third season in July. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the premiere date for the latest season of 'BoJack Horseman.' Season three will stream exclusively through Netflix on July 22. Will Arnett voices BoJack, the legendary 90's sitcom star, who has been trying to find his way through a muddle of self-loathing, whisky and failed relationships. The all-star voice cast includes Arnett as BoJack Horseman, Aaron Paul as Todd Chavez, Amy Sedaris as Princess Carolyn, Alison Brie as Diane Nguyen and Paul F. Tompkins as Mr. Peanutbutter. BoJack Horseman was created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg. The series is executive produced by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, Steven A. Cohen and Noel Bright. Will Arnett (The Millers, Arrested Development) and Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad) also serve as executive producers. BoJack Horseman was designed by graphic artist Lisa Hanawalt and animated by LA-based ShadowMachine. The show is a Tornante Production, brought to life by Michael Eisner's The Tornante Company. Seasons one and two are now available to stream only on Netflix. The third season will consist of 12 new episodes. Check out the date announcement teaser below! Other upcoming Netflix premieres include season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'Bloodline' season two on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'Voltron: Legendary Defender' on June 10, season four of 'Orange is the New Black' on June 17, 'Marco Polo' season two on July 1, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Project Mc2' season two 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 Wight. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed May 25, 2016 at 04:45 PM PDT by: -
Marantz Details PM6006 & CD6006 Stereo Components[teaser]Two new affordable stereo products have been revealed. [/teaser] Marantz has announced the latest additions to its home audio lineup. The PM6006 Integrated Amplifier ($699) and CD6006 CD Player ($499) will be available in June. The CD6006 CD Player serves as the successor to the previously released CD6005, and offers more specially selected components and a new layout circuit. In addition, the player also incorporates a CS4398 DAC and HDAM-SA2 small signal amplifier. A headphone amplifier and iPod-digital connectivity are included as well, along with USB playback support for MP3, WMA, WAV and AAC files. Meanwhile, the PM6006 Integrated Amplifier serves as the successor to the previously released PM6005, offering new upgrades. The device features a 24bit/192kHz high current CS4398 DAC and includes two optical inputs and one coaxial digital input. Here's a full rundown of main features for each model: PM6006 Integrated Amplifier - Integrated Current Feedback Amplifier with 2x 45W / 8 ohm rms - Wide bandwidth sound and enough power for medium size rooms - Further sound tuned with carefully selected components - Unique Marantz audio experience - Digital inputs (2x opt. / 1x coax.) - For extended connectivity and High Resolution Audio support (192kHz/24bit PCM) - High quality DAC CS4398 and Marantz HDAM SA2 - Best sound quality from digital input signal - Fully shielded DAC unit; copper screws; rigid feet - Eliminating interference for purity of sound - Gold Plated Inputs/Outputs incl. Phono (MM) input - Best connection for external sources - Marantz proprietary HDAM-SA3 circuits - Wider dynamic range with lower distortion for the output stage - Toroidal Transformer and high quality customized components - Delivering more power while causing less interferences - High quality Speaker Terminals (A / B switchable) - Improved connection to speakers - Available in black - Perfectly matching CD6006 CD Player and NA6005 Network Audio Player CD6006 CD Player - CD, CD-R/RW playback, Front USB input certified “Made for iPhone/iPod” - Versatile playback options including iDevice direct connectivity - Support of WAV, MP3, AAC, WMA file playback via USB devices - Plays most popular digital media files - Further sound tuned with carefully selected components - Unique Marantz audio experience - High quality 192kHz/24bit D/A conversion (CS4398) and accurate system clock - Best sound quality from CD and digital media files - Marantz proprietary HDAM-SA2 circuits - Wider dynamic range with lower distortion for the output stage - Full discrete headphone amplifier with HDAM-SA2 and gain control - High-quality sound even from demanding headphones - Double layered bottom plate and rigid feet - Eliminating interference for purity of sound - Gold Plated L/R/Coax Outputs - Best connection to amplifier - System remote to control CD-Player, Amplifier and Network Player - For total ease-of-use - Available in black - Perfectly matching PM6006 Amplifier and NA6005 Network Audio Player. Source: MarantzPosted Wed May 25, 2016 at 04:00 PM PDT by: -
LG Launches "Friends" Companion Devices for G5 Smartphone, Lineup Includes VR Goggles[teaser]The smartphone companion products are now available. [/teaser] LG has announced the release of its "Friends" companion devices for the G5 smartphone. The lineup includes the LG CAM Plus ($70), LG 360 CAM ($200), LG 360 VR ($200), and LG TONE Platinum ($200). "The LG 'Friends' make the G5 so much more than any other phone on the market. It is the future of smartphone technology, but available today," said Morris Lee, President of LG Electronics Mobile USA and Head of North America Mobile Business. "With the updated online destination, we are offering our customers yet another way to take advantage of unique LG innovations – from the G5 modular design to the removable battery feature found in the G4 and V10." The LG CAM Plus is a camera module designed to attach to the G5 smartphone, adding a comfortable grip and physical buttons for power, shutter, record, and zoom along with a battery LED indicator and an embedded battery. Meanwhile, the LG 360 CAM is a compact 360 degree angle camera that can be connected to the G5 through Bluetooth and the LG Friends app, letting customers capture 360 degree photos and videos. Next up, the LG 360 VR is a virtual reality goggle that can plug into the G5 to view VR content and simulate a 130-inch TV viewed from two meters away. Finally, the LG TONE Platinum is a premium headset with noise canceling dual microphones, support for 24-bit audio, and Bluetooth with the aptX HDcodec. The LG Friends are now available in the US from mobile carriers, retail locations, and the expanded LG online store. Additional LG Friends devices, including companion products from third party developers, will also be released in the coming weeks and months. Source: LGPosted Wed May 25, 2016 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Announces Summer Movie Lineup, Including Exclusive Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm & Pixar Streaming[teaser]The streaming service has announced its upcoming slate of summer titles. [/teaser] With the summer movie watching season just around the corner, Netflix has revealed its upcoming schedule of streaming movies. Highlights include recent Academy Award-winners like 'Spotlight' and 'The Big Short,' and the exclusive rights to new Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilm titles. Here's a rundown of several new, classic, and original movies heading to the US Netflix library in the coming months: June - 'Jurassic Park,' 'Jurassic Park: The Lost World,' and 'Jurassic Park 3 '(June 1)- 'Spotlight' (June 22)- 'The Fundamentals of Caring' (June 24) July - 'The Big Short' (July 6)- 'Brahman Naman' (July 7)- 'Tallulah' (July 29)- 'Back to The Future' & 'Lethal Weapon' August - 'The Little Prince'- 'The Fast & The Furious' 'The Wedding Planner' and 'St. Vincent.' September Onwards - Starting in September, Netflix will become the exclusive US pay TV home for the latest films from Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm and Pixar.- 'Mascots' and 'War Machine' Beyond the aforementioned titles above, other upcoming Netflix premieres include season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'Bloodline' season two on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'Voltron: Legendary Defender' on June 10, season four of 'Orange is the New Black' on June 17, 'Marco Polo' season two on July 1, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Project Mc2' season two 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 Wight. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Tue May 24, 2016 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
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LG Releases 2016 OLED 4K Ultra HD TV Lineup with HDR10 & Dolby Vision[teaser]Four series of OLED displays are now available for purchase. [/teaser] LG has announced the launch of its latest OLED Ultra HD TVs. The new B6 and C6 series now join the previously released SIGNATURE G6 and E6 series. "LG OLED TVs' reputation for having the best picture available is backed by TV experts, Academy Award-winning directors and consumers alike – and the ultimate home entertainment experience is even better with new enhancements like HDR," said David VanderWaal, vice president of marketing, LG Electronics USA. "Our 2016 OLED TVs combine our most advanced TV technologies with future-forward, stunning designs to elevate the TV experience to an entirely new level. And now, with two HDR formats, content has never looked more immersive or more lifelike." Together, the B6, C6, G6, and E6 series consists of eight models with sizes ranging from 55 inches to 77 inches, along with curved and flat configurations. OLED tech offers superior black levels, contrast, and viewing angles over traditional LCD screens, and each display uses a 10-bit panel with 10-bit processing power. Likewise, all eight models include HDR10 and Dolby Vision support with "Ultra HD Premium" certification for high dynamic range content from streaming services like Netflix, Amazon, and VUDU. "Dolby Vision supports and builds on top of HDR10 to bring images to life on LG OLED and LG SUPER UHD TVs with a combination of brighter highlights, increased contrast, ultra-vivid colors and sharper details," said Roland Vlaicu, Dolby Laboratories vice president, consumer imaging. "Dolby Vision is already the preferred format for filmmakers and content providers with all seven major movie studios supporting the creation and release of Dolby Vision movies in the cinema and many streaming content providers defaulting to Dolby Vision as the preferred HDR format for the home." Here's a full rundown of 2016 LG OLED Ultra HD TV pricing: OLEDB6P – Flat-panel OLED TV (4K Smart TV with HDR) - 55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) model OLED55B6P ($3,999) - 65-inch class (64.5 inches diagonal) model OLED65B6P ($5,999) OLEDC6P – Curved-panel OLED TV (4K Smart TV with HDR) - 55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) model OLED55C6P ($3,999) - 65-inch class (64.5 inches diagonal) model OLED65C6P ($5,999) OLEDE6P – Flat-panel OLED TV (4K Smart TV with HDR and Picture-on-Glass design) - 55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) model OLED55E6P ($4,999) - 65-inch class (65.5 inches diagonal) model OLED65E6P ($6,999) OLEDG6P – Flat-panel LG SIGNATURE OLED TV (4K Smart TV with HDR, Picture-on-Glass design and harmon/kardon® sound bar stand) - 65-inch class (64.5 inches diagonal) model OLED65G6P ($7,999) - 77-inch class (76.8 inches diagonal) model OLED77G6P (Coming Soon) Beyond OLED Ultra HD TVs, LG has also launched its 2016 SUPER UHD LED TV lineup with prices starting at $1,799. Source: LGPosted Tue May 24, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Motor Trend Updates OnDemand SVOD Service, Promotional Price Set for $5 per Month[teaser]The automotive SVOD/OTT platform now has a new app and even more motorsport content. [/teaser] TEN: The Enthusiast Network has announced an update for its Motor Trend OnDemand stand-alone automotive streaming service. Auto enthusiasts can now enjoy a refreshed mobile app, support for more devices, and new live, original, and archive content. "With the new and improved Motor Trend OnDemand app, we are hoping to reach even more of our most loyal auto enthusiasts, with the top racing and motorsports programming and our own original content, such as the #1 web auto series Roadkill, available on almost any device, anytime, anywhere," says Scott Dickey, CEO of TEN: The Enthusiast Network. "Motor Trend OnDemand is the only video destination to 'bring the action' in the way that auto enthusiasts demand, 24/7/365, live and on demand, on the devices they own and use." The updated Motor Sport OnDemand service includes a redesigned content hub and mobile app with access to live streaming, archive material, original content, and a schedule of racing events, Available real-time motorsport racing and enthusiast events will include the Pirelli World Challenge, Blancpain Series, DTM, Lamborghini Super Trofeo, Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, and Goodwood Festival of Speed. In addition, the update also offers support for more playback devices, including the Apple TV. Here's a full rundown of new and improved features per the press release: - Redesigned iOS and Android Apps: Fans can now stream the entire VOD catalog and live races on their smartphones and tablets with the completely redesigned apps for iOS and Android devices, as well as Apple TV. - Formula 1 and IndyCar Archives: Over 20 years of FIA Formula 1 World Championship™ season review programming for the first time ever with the acquisition of Formula 1 archive rights. In addition, IndyCar programming, including repeat viewing of the full series of races 48 hours after live. - Availability via web, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Android and Roku devices: Subscribers can now stream content a variety of ways including web, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Android and Roku devices. The newest iteration of Motor Trend OnDemand features improved full HD video playback to serve as a one-stop destination for auto enthusiasts worldwide. - Live Streaming on Mobile and Brand New Content: For the first time ever, all of the Motor Trend OnDemand platforms now support live streaming and live programming, allowing enthusiasts to watch races as they happen and on the go. It will also have updated original content, including exclusive bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes footage from its slate of original programs, and two new series, Roadkill Garage and Head2Head Drag Race. - New Billing and Subscription Options: Motor Trend OnDemand has now integrated in-app subscriptions across Apple, Android and Roku devices and added support for gift subscriptions. Motor Trend OnDemand is now available through supported platforms for a promotional price of $4.99 per month/$49.99 annually. To coincide with the update, Motor Trend is also offering a special Motor Trend OnDemand Pick Me Sweepstakes. Fans can enter the sweepstakes by posting a photo of themselves enjoying their favorite gearhead activity with the hashtags #MTODPickMe #Sweepstakes on Twitter or Instagram. Winners will receive a seat for themselves and a guest to attend the 2016 Motor Trend Of the Year Awards in Los Angeles, California. Source: Motor Trend OnDemandPosted Tue May 24, 2016 at 05:00 AM PDT by: -
Polaroid Readies New 4K Ultra HD TVs with Google Cast, Prices Start at $499[teaser]The company's first 4K connected TVs will start shipping this summer. [/teaser] Polaroid has announced the launch of their latest Ultra HD TV lineup. The upcoming Google Cast powered displays will be available in sizes ranging from 43 inches to 65 inches. "We're excited to announce we are working closely with Google to bring our first 4K UHD connected TV line to market later this summer," said Scott W. Hardy, Polaroid President and CEO. "By teaming up with a company such as Google, we are able to offer consumers the latest in TV technology so they can easily share and enjoy their favorite content, and more importantly, deliver tremendous value to those looking to upgrade to a higher-resolution." The 4K Ultra HD TVs will feature LED LCD panels with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a refresh rate of 120hz. In addition, the displays incorporate HDMI 2.0 connections and Google Cast connectivity. With Google Cast, users can stream content from various entertainment, music, and movie apps directly to their TV through an iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows laptop, or Chromebook, allowing them to search, browse, queue and control their displays from anywhere in the home. In addition, Polaroid Ultra HD TVs include a built-in HEVC decoder for 4K streaming playback. Google Cast currently offers more than 1,000+ Cast-enabled apps, 200,000+ TV shows and movies, and 30,000,000+ songs. Polaroid's Ultra HD TV lineup with Google Cast will be available this summer in 43", 50", 55", and 65" sizes with prices ranging from $499 to $999. A 75" model will also be available later this year for a suggested retail price of $1,900. Source: PolaroidPosted Mon May 23, 2016 at 05:00 PM PDT by:
