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Dell Launches New 24-inch & 27-Inch Ultra HD 4K Monitors Starting at $600[teaser]The new 4K displays offer high performance with affordable pricing. [/teaser] Dell has detailed the release of their latest Ultra HD monitors. The 24-inch P2415Q and the 27-inch P2715Q both feature a resolution of 3840 x 2160 with a wide color coverage of 99% sRGB. With their emphasis on clarity and color accuracy, the displays are geared toward visual artists and editors. Each monitor uses a 16:9 IPS panel with LED backlighting, an ultra-wide viewing angle of 178°/ 178°, and a 60 Hz refresh rate. Both models feature a 1000 to 1 typical contrast ratio and a 2 million to 1 dynamic contrast ratio. The P2415Q offers a typical brightness level of 300 cd/m2 and the P2715Q offers a typical brightness of 350 cd/m2. In addition, the monitors come complete with several connection options, including DisplayPort in, Mini DisplayPort, DisplayPort out, HDMI (MHL), Speaker-line out, 4 x USB 3.0 downstream, and 1 x USB upstream. The P2415Q is now available globally for a suggested retail price of $600, and the P2715Q is now available globally for a suggested retail price of $700. Source: Dell via EngadgetPosted Thu Dec 4, 2014 at 10:30 AM PST by: -
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Dish Could Lose CBS Stations as Broadcast Contract Sets to Expire[teaser]The network has issued an ultimatum to the satellite television provider. [/teaser] Following weeks of contract negotiations, CBS has revealed plans to pull its channels from Dish Network unless a new agreement is made by Thursday evening. This could potentially leave Dish viewers without integrated access to the network, placing fans of popular programming like 'The Big Bang Theory,' 'The Good Wife,' and NFL Football out in the cold. CBS has set their final deadline for 4 PM PST on Thursday. If no deal is reached by that time, the network's stations will go dark for Dish customers. For its part, Dish says that the company is actively pursuing a new agreement with CBS and believes that there is still time for both sides to come to a satisfactory deal. The current agreement between both parties expired on November 20 but CBS previously enacted two contract extensions while negotiations have continued. With that said, the network claims that no more extensions will be issued. Rising retransmission fees that CBS earns are said to be the primary point of contention between the bickering companies. Likewise, negotiations also involve CBS's potential place within an upcoming Dish Internet subscription service. Dish also recently lost several Turner Broadcasting channels in a similar contract renewal dispute, but both parties agreed to an extension that reinstated the lost stations. Source: LA TimesPosted Wed Dec 3, 2014 at 05:30 PM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Gear Deals Week: Roku Player, Tablets, Receivers, and Soundbars for up to 50 Percent Off![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering discounts on several home theater items! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday Week electronic sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on a refurbished Roku 1, an Onkyo receiver, a Lenovo tablet, and two Sony soundbars. Roku 1 Streaming Player (Black) (Certified Refurbished) - Currently $35 (42 percent off retail price). Onkyo TX-NR626 7.2-Channel Audio/Video Receiver - Currently $299 (50 percent off retail price). Lenovo Miix 2 10 FHD 64GB Tablet - Currently $350 (30 percent off retail price). Sony HTCT260H Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer - Currently $188 (37 percent off retail price). Sony HTST5 Premium Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer - Currently $798 (20 percent off retail price). As always, 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 special promotions!Posted Wed Dec 3, 2014 at 04:00 PM PST by: -
Pandora Updates Mobile Internet Radio App with New Interface & Personalization Features[teaser]The new interface offers updated animations and improved discovery and personalization options. [/teaser] Pandora has announced the beta release of their latest mobile app. The new Station Personalization interface on iOS and Android includes a redesigned UI and a few new features. "This redesign allowed us to reflect and evolve on the core spirit of Pandora," said Tony Calzaretta, vice president of design and creative at Pandora. "With this update, our team arrived at design solutions that exist at the intersection of instinctually and analytically driven insights. We did this with an emphasis on simplicity and clarity, so that we can maximize the listener's ability to personalize their stations and fit their desired Pandora experience." The update features an improved interface that emphasizes station personalization along with new animations and transitions. Likewise, a new Personalization Icon gives customers easy access to several options like a thumb history and the ability to change thumb feedback for previously listened-to tracks through a new "un-thumbing" option. Finally, the upgraded interface also makes music discovery easier with a simple "swipe and tap" system to view song and artist information. Pandora's updated mobile interface is now available as a beta for 3 percent of iPhone and Android smartphone users. The final update will roll out to all mobile and tablet Pandora customers in the coming months. Source: PandoraPosted Wed Dec 3, 2014 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Sling Media Updates SlingTV/Slingbox 500 with New YouTube Features[teaser]The streaming media player now offers robust YouTube support. [/teaser] Sling Media has announced a software update for its SlingTV/Slingbox 500 player. The upgrade offers several new YouTube features bringing more content options to viewers with full-screen playback at up to 1080p. First up, is the company's new "video snacking" feature. This option allows users to pull up a row of YouTube thumbnails during live TV playback that relate to the content being watched. The videos are chosen through special tech developed by Audible Magic that listens to the live content in order to find related clips. Next, is the new Trending YouTube tab in the player's Gallery View. This allows viewers to see the top trending videos on YouTube while still watching live TV. Finally, the company has also included a standalone YouTube app that enables navigation through numerous video genre categories. For a full rundown of the SlingTV/Slingbox 500's features and new YouTube options, check out the video below. The SlingTV/Slingbox 500 player is currently on sale for $249. Source: Sling MediaPosted Tue Dec 2, 2014 at 07:30 PM PST by: -
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Cyber Monday Gear Deals Week: Klipsch HD Theater Soundbar for 50 Percent Off Today Only![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering significant discounts on select gear items! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday Week electronic sales and promotions, Amazon is taking $399 off of a Klipsch soundbar. The Klipsch HD Theater SB 3 Soundbar features horn-loaded tweeters, a 10-Inch wireless down firing subwoofer, integrated Dolby Digital Decoder, Digital optical, RCA analog & 3.5mm analog inputs, and a 3D surround sound mode. Klipsch HD Theater SB 3 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Currently $400, Deal of the Day (50 percent off retail price). The deal will expire at 12AM PST while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more sales and special promotions!Posted Tue Dec 2, 2014 at 05:00 PM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Gear Deals: Amazon Fire TV for $69 & Fire Tablet Sale![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering discounts on their Fire TV and Fire tablets! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday electronic sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on several gear items. Amazon Fire TV - Currently $69, Deal of the Day (30 percent off retail price). Fire HD 7 Tablet - Currently $109 ($30 off retail price). Kindle Fire HDX 7 Tablet - Currently $179 ($20 off retail price). As always, 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 special promotions!Posted Mon Dec 1, 2014 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
Netflix Sets February 27 Premiere Date for 'House of Cards' Season Three[teaser]The third season of the critically acclaimed Netflix series will arrive on streaming players in February. [/teaser] Netflix has announced a premiere date for 'House of Cards.' Season three will be available to stream on Netflix starting February 27. 'House of Cards' stars Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright, and remains one of the streaming service's most popular and critically acclaimed original shows. All thirteen episodes of the third season will be released at once. Likewise, it is expected that the episodes will be available to stream in 4K Ultra HD resolution through compatible TVs and players. 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. Source: House of Cards TwitterPosted Mon Dec 1, 2014 at 11:30 AM PST by: -
Cyber Monday Gear Lightning Deals: Speakers, Receivers, Tablets & Monitors![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering significant discounts on select home theater gear! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Cyber Monday electronic sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time lightning deals on several home theater products. JBL ES25CBK 3-Way, Dual 5 1/4" Center Channel Speaker - Deal starts at 7:50 AM PST Denon AVR-X3000 7.2-Channel 4K Ultra HD Receiver - Deal starts at 8:50 AM PST. Dell P2214H IPS 22-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor - Deal starts at 9:10 AM PST Mirage Unitheater Left-Center-Right Integrated Omnipolar Speaker - Deal starts at 10:00 AM PST. M-Audio Studiophile AV 40 Active Studio Monitor Speakers - Deal starts at 11:00 AM PST. Lenovo Miix 2 10 FHD 64GB Tablet - Deal starts at 12:10 PM PST. Philips ShoqBox SB7300 Bluetooth Portable Speaker - Deal starts at 4:00 PM PST. Pyle PSBV320BT Bluetooth Digital Soundbar - Deal starts at 4:50 PM PST. As always, 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 special promotions!Posted Mon Dec 1, 2014 at 07:25 AM PST by: -
Black Friday Gear Deals Week Spotlight: Ultra HD TVs, Projectors & Home Audio up to 57 Percent Off![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering significant discounts on select home theater gear![/teaser] As part of the online retailer's Black Friday Week electronic sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on Sony TVs, a Yamaha receiver, BenQ projector, and M-Audio speakers. Sony XBR55X850B 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $1,498 (50 percent off its retail price). Sony KDL70W850B 70-Inch 1080p TV - Currently $1,849 (29 percent off its retail price). BenQ GP20 Wireless Ultra-Lite LED 700 Lumen Projector - Currently $470 (57 percent off its retail price). Yamaha RX-V375 5.1 Channel 3D A/V Home Theater Receiver - Currently $180 (40 percent off its retail price). M-Audio Studiophile AV 30 Active Studio Monitor Speakers - Currently $70 (46 percent off its retail price). As always, 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 special promotions!Posted Wed Nov 26, 2014 at 05:00 PM PST by:
