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LG Spotlights New OLED Displays with Videos from CES 2015 Booth, including a Flexible Model in Action[teaser]Check out video footage of the company's latest OLED TVs. [/teaser] As previously reported, LG is showing off a bevy of new OLED displays at their CES booth in Las Vegas this week. For those not lucky enough to be in attendance, the company has shared a few videos to demonstrate the TV's unique design attributes and impressive picture quality features. Check out the clips below to see the 4K OLED TVs in action, including footage of the EG9900 model that can transition from a flat-screen mode into a curved-screen mode. Pricing and availability for LG's new 4K OLED models have not been revealed yet, but the company's current 65EC9700 Ultra HD OLED TV and 55EC930, 55EA9800, and 55EA8800 1080p OLED TVs are available now. Source: LGPosted Thu Jan 8, 2015 at 04:00 PM PST by: -
Roku Partners with Insignia & Haier for New Roku TV Models and Adds Ultra HD Design Support[teaser]More Roku TVs are on the way. [/teaser] Roku has announced several new developments for its Roku TV platform. 2015 TV models will be released from new and existing manufacturing partners, and the company has made plans to expand to 4K TVs as well. The Roku OS will now be available on select HDTV models from Haier and Insignia. Roku TVs from Insignia will be available from Best Buy starting this spring, and Roku TVs from Haier will be available in the summer. Likewise, current Roku partner, TCL, will be releasing 12 new Roku HDTV models during the first half of 2015. The upcoming displays will feature updated hardware designs while offering customers the same convenient Roku smart TV experience. Finally, Roku has also developed a reference design for 4K Roku TVs. Though no Roku Ultra HD TV models have been announced yet, the company has made the design available to its manufacturing partners and TCL is working to introduce a 4K Roku TV in the future. The Roku TV platform aims to simplify previous smart TV designs, giving users a more streamlined and convenient experience. A home screen serves as a hub for all the TV's content, making it easy for consumers to access live shows and streaming media, which includes the full Roku Channel Store. Roku TVs from TCL and Hisense are available now. Source: RokuPosted Thu Jan 8, 2015 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
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Sony Expands Home Audio Lineup with New High-Res Soundbars & Receivers with 4K Support[teaser]Two new soundbars and two new A/V receivers have been detailed. [/teaser] Sony has revealed several additions to its line of audio products. The upcoming collection includes the HT-ST9 & HT-NT3 soundbars, and the STR-DN1060 & STR-DN860 A/V receivers. "We have seen such a huge interest from music enthusiasts and consumers who truly value the pure sound quality delivered with Hi-Res," said Mike Woulfe, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Sony Electronics' Sound Division. "Our new line of products provides consumers with the freedom to listen to music as they go from the bedroom, to the kitchen to the family room, while still delivering a high quality music experience." The HT-ST9 7.1 soundbar features 9 independent speakers and 7 discrete amplifiers along with a wireless subwoofer. The device supports High-Res audio and HDMI with HDCP 2.2 for 4K playback. In addition, the speaker includes networked multi-room capabilities allowing customers to play Google Cast ready music and Spotify Connect on multiple speakers throughout the house through the Sony SongPal Link app. Meanwhile, the HT-NT3 is a 2.1 channel soundbar that offers many of the same features. Finally, the company's 7.2 channel STR-DN1060 & STR-DN860 A/V receivers include support for 4K, multi-room audio connectivity, Hi-Res audio including DSD, Wi-Fi connectivity, AirPlay, Bluetooth, Google Cast, and Spotify Connect. Prices have not been revealed yet, but all four products are expected to launch in the spring. Source: SonyPosted Thu Jan 8, 2015 at 09:30 AM PST by: -
Dell Releases Venue 8 7000, World's Thinnest Tablet with OLED Display for $400[teaser]The company's latest tablet is now available for purchase. [/teaser] Dell has announced the release of its Venue 8 7000. At just 6mm thick, the tablet is said to be the world's thinnest on the market. "The new Dell Venue 8 7000 is the perfect tool for an artist as it combines beautiful, thin design with the performance and features to showcase my work in the best light," said Aerosyn-Lex Mestrovic, visual artist. "With the rich and saturated colors of the eye-popping OLED infinity edge-to-edge screen and more than 4M pixels, I can now accurately show the details of my work while meeting with clients, collectors and collaborators whilst traveling. I also see a ton of opportunity to utilize the 3D editing and measurement tools for my installation projects, such as the works I’ve created for installation at The MoMA or for the SCOPE art fair at Miami Art Basel." The device features an 8.4-inch OLED display with an FHD resolution of 2560x1600 and 10-pt capacitive touch. Under the hood, the device is powered by an Intel Z3580 Quad Core Atom processor at up to 2.3GHz, 2GB LP DDR3 RAM, 16GB of storage, and Intel HD Graphics all running Android 4.4. An 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front camera are integrated as well. In addition, the tablet uses Intel RealSense Snapshot Depth Camera technology, allowing users to refocus pictures after they've been taken. Dell's Venue 8 7000 tablet is available now at Dell.com and select Best Buy stores for prices starting at $400. Source: DellPosted Thu Jan 8, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
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Sony Announces VPL-VW350ES Full 4K Home Theater Projector for Under $10,000[teaser]The impressive 4K projector will be available soon. [/teaser] Sony has revealed details for its upcoming VPL-VW350ES projector. Unlike other 4K Ultra HD devices with 3840 x 2160 resolutions, the projector offers a full 4K resolution of 4096 x 2160. "With our 4K projection expertise, Sony is unrivalled in our ability to offer breathtaking image quality," said Toshifumi Okuda, Sony Electronics Deputy President. "The VPL-VW350ES enables us to deliver the very best home cinema experience to even more of our customers." The VPL-VW350ES uses the company's 4K SXRD panel technology to project 4096 x 2160 images at up to 60p. In addition, the device features Sony's TRILUMINOS tech, 1,500lm brightness, Motionflow for smooth images, and a low latency mode for gaming. HDMI 2.0 connections and HDCP 2.2 support are integrated as well. Sony's VPL-VW350ES will be available later this month at Sony stores and other authorized dealers for under $10,000. Source: SonyPosted Wed Jan 7, 2015 at 02:00 PM PST by: -
Netflix Reveals Premiere Dates for 2015 Shows, including Marvel's 'Daredevil' Set for April 10[teaser]"The Man Without Fear" will hit the streaming service in April. [/teaser] Netflix has announced premiere dates for several new original series. The upcoming crop of shows includes 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,' 'Bloodline,' 'Daredevil,' and 'Grace and Frankie.' In addition, the internet network has also renewed 'Marco Polo' for a ten episode second season. 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' (Friday, March 6, 2015) - From creators Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, this half-hour single-camera comedy series stars Ellie Kemper as Kimmy, who escapes a doomsday cult and decides to reclaim her life and start over in New York City. Armed with just a backpack, light-up sneakers, and a couple of way-past-due library books, Kimmys ready to take on a world she didnt even think existed anymore. Wide-eyed but resilient, nothing is going to stand in her way. The 13-episode series, produced by Universal Television, also stars Jane Krakowski, Tituss Burgess, Carol Kane and more. Fey and Carlock serve as executive producers, along with David Miner and Jeff Richmond. 'Bloodline' (Friday, March 20, 2015) - When the eldest brother and black sheep of the Rayburn family returns home, he exposes the emotional demons that lie at the core of the family, threatening to tear them apart. With a stellar cast headlined by Kyle Chandler, Ben Mendelsohn, Linda Cardellini, Norbert Leo Butz, Jacinda Barrett, Jamie McShane, Enrique Murciano, Sissy Spacek, and Sam Shepard, the 13-episode series is from executive producers Todd A. Kessler, Daniel Zelman and Glenn Kessler (Damages), and produced by Sony Pictures Television. // 'Marvel's Daredevil' (Friday, April 10, 2015) - Blinded as a young boy but imbued with extraordinary senses, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) fights against injustice by day as a lawyer, and by night as the Super Hero Daredevil in modern day Hell's Kitchen, New York City. Produced by Marvel Television and ABC Studios, with executive producers Steven S. DeKnight (Spartacus), Jeph Loeb (Marvels Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) and Drew Goddard (Cabin In The Woods), the series also stars Rosario Dawson, Vincent DOnofrio, Deborah Ann Woll and Elden Henson.'Grace and Frankie' (Friday, May 8, 2015) - In this irreverent and touching series, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin star as Grace and Frankie, a pair of frenemies whose lives are turned upside down - and permanently intertwined - when their husbands leave them for each other. Together, they must face starting over in their 70s in a 21st century world. The series also stars Martin Sheen, Sam Waterston, Brooklyn Decker, Ethan Embry, June Diane Raphael and Baron Vaughn. Created by Marta Kauffman (Friends) and Howard J. Morris (Home Improvement), the 13-episode series is produced by Skydance Productions and executive producers Kauffman, Morris, Fonda, Tomlin, Paula Weinstein, David Ellison, David Goldberg and Marcy Ross. A monthly Netflix subscription currently starts at $7.99 for SD streaming, $8.99 for HD streaming, and $11.99 for Ultra HD streaming. The service is available on a variety of smart TVs and media players, including the Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, Roku 3, Apple TV and Chromecast. Sources: Netflix, MarvelPosted Wed Jan 7, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Dell Sets January 8 Release for $1,200 UltraSharp 34-Inch Curved-Screen Monitor[teaser]The new curved-screen display will be available for purchase starting tomorrow. [/teaser] Dell has announced a January 8 release date for its latest UltraSharp monitor. The U3415W features a curved screen design, offering an immersive, panoramic field of view ideal for gaming and multi-tasking applications. The monitor features a 21:9, 34-inch IPS panel with a WQHD resolution of 3440x1440. The contrast ratio is rated at 1000 to 1 and the brightness is listed as 300 cd/m2. In addition, the display includes a fully adjustable stand, 60Hz performance, and HDMI 2.0, MHL, DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort connectivity. Dual 9 watt speakers are integrated as well. Dell's U3415W will be available in the US on Dell.com starting tomorrow, January 8, for $1,200. Sources: Dell 1, Dell 2Posted Wed Jan 7, 2015 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Sony Highlights New Portable Audio Gear, including Premium Walkman for $1,119[teaser]A new Walkman is part of the company's 2015 portable audio lineup. [/teaser] Sony has revealed its latest portable audio collection at CES 2015. The product line includes a high-res Walkman, Bluetooth headphones, and a Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier. "We have been focused on developing products that will reproduce the ultimate sound quality from any location," said Mike Woulfe, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Sony Electronics’ Sound Division. "Sony’s new portable audio line-up represents a new music experience for consumers where environmental restrictions no longer exist and they can freely enjoy the best music, regardless of where they are." The Walkman NW-ZX2 is a portable high-resolution music player that features a 4-inch TRILUMINOS display, 128GB of storage, and a microSD slot. The device offers digital music playback at up to 192 kHz/24 bit and supports MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, AIFF, WAV and ALAC file formats including DSD. In addition, the player uses Sony's S-Master HX digital amplifier for a wide frequency response with reduced distortion and noise, and includes DSEE HX technology for upscaling lower-res audio streams. Bluetooth with LDAC, NFC, and Wi-Fi support are integrated as well. Meanwhile, Sony is also releasing the MDR-1ABT Wireless Stereo Headset with high quality Bluetooth audio and up to 30 hours of playback. Finally, the company is prepping its PHA-1A Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier as well, which can connect to a compatible digital music device, PC, or smartphone via USB to enable Hi-Res audio playback. All three portable audio devices will be available in the spring of 2015. Official pricing has not been revealed yet, but reports indicate that the Walkman NW-ZX2 will retail for around $1,119.99. Sources: Sony, Rolling StonePosted Wed Jan 7, 2015 at 09:30 AM PST by: -
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DISH Preps 4K Joey Ultra HD Set-Top Box[teaser]DISH is now poised to be the first pay-TV provider to release a 4K set-top box. [/teaser] DISH has announced the upcoming launch of its 4K Joey. The Ultra HD set-top box is designed to integrate with DISH’s Hopper Whole Home HD DVR system. “Our new 4K Joey offers the most versatile, future-proofed 4K setup for our customers," said Vivek Khemka, senior vice president of Product Management. "It's easy to install and works with the most 4K televisions, so no matter what brand customers bought over the holiday season, they can enjoy content through DISH." The 4K Joey will support all HDMI 2.0/ HDCP 2.2-compliant televisions. The device 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. DISH's 4K Joey is expected to launch in the second quarter of 2015. Announcements regarding specific Ultra HD content sources and providers will be made closer to that time. Source: DISHPosted Tue Jan 6, 2015 at 04:30 PM PST by: -
LG Details G Flex2 Curved Smartphone with Full HD OLED Screen[teaser]A new curved-screen mobile handset is on the way. [/teaser] LG has announced the successor to its original G Flex smartphone. The upcoming G Flex2 features improved specs and a more advanced design. "The original G Flex demonstrated LG's pioneering spirit and with the G Flex2 we have refined the curved form factor, staying true to our philosophy of innovation for a better life," said Juno Cho, president and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "The G Flex2 not only has the stunning looks, it also has the powerful guts to be at the cutting edge of current smartphone technology. Simply put, it’s a true head-turner in every sense of the word." The smartphone features dynamically curved layers across the front, back, sides and top-to-bottom edges at a radius of 400mm to 700mm, allowing it to conform better to a user's face. The 5.5-inch P-OLED screen offers a full HD resolution of 1920x1080 with 403ppi. Under the hood, the device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor with 2.0GHz 64-bit Octa-Core CPU, Adreno 430 GPU, 2GB DDR4 RAM, and an integrated 3,000mAh battery all running Android 5.0. A rear 13MP and a front 2.1MP camera are also included. Models will be released in Platinum Silver and Flamenco Red with 16GB and 32GB storage options. LG's G Flex2 smartphone will be available in Korea at the end of the month and will then expand to more global markets. The device is currently on display at the company's CES booth in Las Vegas. Source: LGPosted Tue Jan 6, 2015 at 03:00 PM PST by:
