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LG Announces New Minibeam Portable Projectors for CES 2016[teaser]New projector models have been revealed. [/teaser] LG has announced the latest additions to its Minibeam projector lineup. The new models include the PH550, PW1000, and PW1500. "With more variety than ever before, LG Minibeam projectors offer enhanced portability with wireless connectivity for an enjoyable viewing experience anytime, anywhere. We look forward to officially unveiling the newest LG Minibeam series at CES 2016," said Brian Kwon, President and CEO at LG’s Home Entertainment Company. The latest Minibeam LED projectors feature slim, one-hand grip designs for portability. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity are included as well. The PH550 also features a rechargeable internal battery for triple wire-free connectivity with 2.5 hours of playback. In addition, the projector offers 550 lumens of brightness. Meanwhile, the PW1000 is rated for 1,000 lumens of brightness and the step-up PW1500 is rated for 1,500 lumens. Beyond its new Minibeam lineup, LG has also received a CES 2016 Innovation Award for its currently available PF1000U Ultra Short-Throw LED Home Theater Projector. The 1080p DLP projector features LG's Triple XD Engine and uses a self-emitting RGB LED illumination system for a lifespan of up to 30,000 hours. Likewise, the device has a contrast ratio of 150,000:1 and is rated for up to 1,000 lumens of brightness. Thanks to the model's ultra short-throw technology, the PF1000U is capable of projecting up to a 100-inch image from just 15-inches away. LG's new Minibeam projectors are expected to launch in the first quarter of 2016. All of the new models will also be on display at LG's booth during CES 2016 from Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. Source: LG via PR NewswirePosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 05:15 PM PST by: -
Amazon Launches Streaming Partners Program with Options to Add Showtime, Starz, and More to Prime Subscriptions[teaser]Prime members can now add more streaming services to their subscriptions. [/teaser] Amazon has announced the launch of their new Streaming Partners Program. The program allows Prime users to sign up for additional video platforms directly through their Prime membership, offering a more convenient way to manage their video services. "The way people watch TV is changing, and customers need an easier way to subscribe to and enjoy multiple streaming subscriptions," said Michael Paull, Vice President of Digital Video at Amazon. "With the Streaming Partners Program, we’re making it easy for video providers to reach highly engaged Prime members, many of whom are already frequent streamers, and we’re making it easier for viewers to watch their favorite shows and channels." The Amazon Prime Streaming Partners Program will handle subscriber acquisition, billing, customer service, and compatibility for its various streaming partners. Likewise, the program offers free trials, special pricing, one-account convenience, the latest content, a unified watchlist, IMDB X-Ray, and unified search and voice search (on Fire TV) for Prime viewers who sign up for additional streaming services through the system. The initial lineup of streaming partners includes: SHOWTIME, STARZ, A+E Network (Lifetime Movie Club), AMC (Shudder and SundanceNow Doc Club), Gaia, RLJ Entertainment (Acorn TV, Urban Movie Channel, Acacia TV), DramaFever (DramaFever Instant), Tribeca Short List, Cinedigm (Dove Channel, Docurama, CONtv), Smithsonian (Smithsonian Earth), IndieFlix (IndieFlix Shorts), Curiosity Stream, Qello, FlixFling (Cinefest, Nature Vision, Warriors and Gangsters, Dox, Monsters and Nightmares), BroadbandTV (Hooplakidz Plus), DEFY Media (ScreenJunkies Plus), Gravitas (Film Forum, Daring Docs, Fear Factory), and Ring TV Boxing. Members can now browse available add-on subscriptions at www.amazon.com/videosubscriptions. Showtime and Starz add-ons currently cost just $9 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 10:45 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Up to 65% off Speakers & Home Theater Systems![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select audio gear! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing Holiday promotions, Amazon is running a limited time sale on speakers and home theater systems from Infinity, Definitive Technology, and Yamaha. Infinity Primus Three-way dual 6-1/2-Inch Floorstanding Speaker - Currently $115 (65% off). Definitive Technology SM65 Bookshelf Speaker - Currently $324 (28% off). Definitive Technology SM55 Bookshelf Speaker - Currently $224 (25% off). Definitive Technology SM45 Bookshelf Speaker - Currently $149 (25% off). Yamaha YHT-4920UBL 5.1-Channel Home Theater System - Currently $400 (25% 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 sales and promotions!Posted Mon Dec 7, 2015 at 05:00 PM PST by: -
Amazon Details Fire HD 8 Reader's Edition Tablet Bundle for $250[teaser]The new tablet bundle is geared toward readers. [/teaser] Amazon has announced the latest addition to its lineup of Fire tablet packages. The Fire HD 8 Reader’s Edition bundle includes a new Fire HD 8 Tablet, a year of Kindle Unlimited with access to over 1 million books, and a limited edition leather cover. "Fire HD 8 Reader’s Edition simply delivers the best reading experience on any tablet," said Charlie Tritschler, Vice President, Amazon Devices. "With an incredibly thin and light design and 8" HD color display, this is the perfect tablet for reading—a year of Kindle Unlimited with access to over a million books, plus innovative new features like Blue Shade—now even more readers can curl up in bed with their favorite stories." The Fire HD 8 Reader's Edition features an 8-inch 1280 x 800 HD display. In addition, the tablet includes the new Blue Shade option which filters out blue light for comfortable nighttime reading. Under the hood, the device is powered by a quad-core processor running Fire OS "Bellini." A 720p front-facing camera and a 5MP rear-facing camera are integrated as well. Other reading-friendly features include a Bookerly Font designed for digital displays, adjustable font sizes, multi-colored word highlighting, Word Runner speed reading, Audible access, and more. Finally, the Fire HD 8 Reader's Edition bundle also includes a year of Kindle Unlimited with over 1 million books and unlimited listening to thousands of audiobooks, and a limited edition rustic brown leather cover. Amazon's Fire HD 8 Reader's Edition bundle is now available for pre-order for $250. Shipments will begin on December 9. Source: AmazonPosted Mon Dec 7, 2015 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Deals Week: Up to 65% off Headphones![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select headphone models! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday Deals Week promotion, Amazon is running a limited time sale on several headphones from Sony, AKG, B&O, Sennheiser, and Philips. AKG Q 701 Quincy Jones Signature Reference-Class Premium Headphones - Currently $170 (65% off). Sennheiser PXC 450 Active Noise-Canceling Headphones - Currently $200 (56% off). BeoPlay H2 On-Ear Headphones - Currently $99 (50% off). Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones - Currently $65 (41% off). Sony MDRXB950BT/B Extra Bass Bluetooth Headset - Currently $128 (36% off). Philips SHL3160BK/27 Headphones - Currently $30 (14% off). These Cyber Monday Week deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Cyber Monday sales and special promotions!Posted Fri Dec 4, 2015 at 03:00 PM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Deals Week: Up to 53% off Home Audio Gear, Including Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Receivers![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select home theater systems and AV receivers! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday Deals Week promotion, Amazon is running a limited time sale on several audio products from Denon, Onkyo, Yamaha, and Definitive Technology. Onkyo TX-NR636 7.2-Ch Dolby Atmos Receiver - Currently $329 (53% off). Denon AVR-X2200W 7.2 Ch Receiver (Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Ready) - Currently $599 (25% off). Yamaha RX-V579BL 7.2-Ch MusicCast Receiver - Currently $450 (18% off). Definitive Technology ProCinema 600 - Currently $549 (31% off). Yamaha YHT-3920UBL 5.1-Channel System - Currently $380 (21% off). These Cyber Monday Week deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Cyber Monday sales and special promotions!Posted Fri Dec 4, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Panasonic Reveals Upgraded Toughpad 4K Performance Tablet[teaser]An updated 4K tablet has been detailed. [/teaser] Panasonic has announced the release of an upgraded Toughpad 4K Performance tablet. The new FZ-Y1D features improved specs and is geared toward visual professionals. The tablet features a 20-inch 3840 x 2560 LCD screen. In addition, the device now includes an HDMI 2.0 input with HDCP 2.2 that is capable of displaying up to Digital Cinema 4K (4090 x 2160, 60 fps) content. Under the hood, the tablet is powered by an Intel Core i7-5600U vPro processor and an AMD FirePro M5100 graphics chip running Windows 10 Pro or Windows 7 Professional. The updated specs are deisgned to meet the needs of photography, videography, computer-aided design (CAD), high-end retail and healthcare professionals. Panasonic's upgraded FZ-Y1D Toughpad 4K Performance tablet is now available with Windows 10 Pro for $4,299. A Windows 7 model will be released in January. Source: PanasonicPosted Thu Dec 3, 2015 at 10:30 AM PST by: -
LG Highlights OLED Display Benefits in New Video Campaign[teaser]The company's latest marketing campaign focuses on OLED technology. [/teaser] LG has announced the launch of a new campaign aimed at spotlighting the benefits of OLED TVs over traditional displays. The campaign includes a series of videos with film professionals and artists. "Since we first introduced our OLED TV lineup, personalities who work in a variety of visual mediums have praised the way OLED's pure blacks allow for high-contrast natural color reproduction," said Brian Kwon, President and CEO at LG’s Home Entertainment Company. "With LG OLED TVs now more affordable than ever before, we encourage consumers to see for themselves what made Michael Uslan and Kathy Klein such fans of this technology." Participants in the campaign include Michael Uslan, one of the executive producers of the 'Batman' movie franchise, and Kathy Klein, a Mandala artist. Uslan and Klein both discuss the technological advantages of OLED panels, explaining why the TV's perfect blacks enhance the contrast, colors, and impact of their work. LG's current Ultra HD and HD OLED lineup includes: EF9500 Series: Flat OLED 4K Ultra HD TVs with HDR (Streaming & External) · 55-inch class 55EF9500 (New net price – $2,999) - Price move from $5,499 to $3,999, and a $1,000 instant rebate. · 65-inch class 65EF9500 (New net price – $4,999) - Price move from $6,999 to $5,999, and a $1,000 instant rebate. EG9600: Art Slim Curved OLED 4K TVs with HDR (Streaming) · 55-inch class 55EG9600 (New net price – $2,999) - Price move from $5,499 to $3,999 and a $1000 instant rebate. · 65-inch class 65EG9600 (New net price – $4,999) - Price move from $6,999 to $5,999 and a $1000 instant rebate. 55EG9100: Full HD Curved OLED TV · New 55-inch class 55EG9100 (Net price – $1,999) - Priced at $2,499, with an instant rebate of $500, starting week of Oct. 18. 55EC9300: Full HD Curved OLED TV · Current 55-inch class 55EC9300 is now available at the record-low price of $1,799 while supplies last. Source: LGPosted Thu Dec 3, 2015 at 08:15 AM PST by: -
Panasonic Launches Value-Priced 4K Ultra HD TVs, Prices Start at $800[teaser]The company's latest Ultra HD TVs feature affordable prices. [/teaser] Panasonic has announced the release of its newest 4K displays. The CX400 and CX420 series Ultra HD TVs are geared toward budget conscious consumers. "Panasonic has a rich history and expertise in delivering category-leading HD and 4K Ultra HD TVs to consumers," said Julie Bauer, President, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. "We have brought that same technological know-how to our first line of value-priced 4K Ultra HD TVs opening the 4K experience up to an even wider range of consumers who want Panasonic picture quality that fits their budget." The CX series consists of five 4K TV models that range in size from 50-inches to 65-inches. All of the displays use direct-lit LED panels with a resolution of 3840 x 2160p. Likewise, the televisions include integrated Smart TV apps, Wi-Fi connectivity, and pre-optimized picture settings. The CX400 series offers black bezels while the CX420 series uses matte silver bezels. The full lineup includes: TC-50CX400U (50" Class - 49.5" diagonal) – SRP $799.99 TC-55CX400U (55" Class – 54.6" diagonal) – SRP $999.99 TC-65CX400U (65" Class – 64.5" diagonal) – SRP $1,499.99 TC-55CX420U (55" Class – 54.6" diagonal) – SRP $999.99 TC-65CX420U (65" Class – 64.5" diagonal) – SRP $1,499.99 Panasonic's CX series Ultra HD TVs are now rolling out to select retailers. Likewise, the displays are currently available online through panasonic.com. Source: Panasonic via PR NewswirePosted Wed Dec 2, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Deals Week: Up to 54% off Samsung 4K Ultra HD TVs![teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select Samsung 4K displays! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday Deals Week promotion, Amazon is running a limited time sale on several Samsung Ultra HD TVs. 78-inch Curved-Screen UN78JS9100 - Currently $6,998 (30% off). 65-inch Curved-Screen UN65JS9500 - Currently $3,998 (33% off). 65-inch Curved-Screen UN65JS9000 - Currently $2,998 (40% off). 55-inch Curved-Screen UN55JS9000 - Currently $1,998 (50% off). 48-inch Curved-Screen UN48JS9000 - Currently $1,598 (54% off). 55-inch Flat-Screen UN55JS8500 - Currently $1,998 (33% off). 48-inch Flat-Screen UN48JS8500 - Currently $1,498 (40% off). 60-inch Flat-Screen UN60JS7000 - Currently $1,798 (14% off). 55-inch Flat-Screen UN55JS7000 - Currently $1,298 (19% off). 50-inch Flat-Screen UN50JS7000 - Currently $1,098 (16% off). These Cyber Monday Week deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more Cyber Monday sales and special promotions!Posted Wed Dec 2, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by:
