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Panasonic Will Demo Latest Ultra HD TVs at Luxury Tech Show[teaser]The new 4K displays are set to make their US debut later this month. [/teaser] Panasonic and Rand Luxury have announced plans to highlight Panasonic's upcoming premium Ultra HD TVs. The AX850 85-inch and AX900 65-inch LED 4K displays will be demoed at the Luxury Technology Show in Beverly Hills on October 15. "We're excited to see the next generation of home entertainment technology from the likes of Panasonic with their US debut of their latest 4K Ultra HD LED TVs," states Bradford Rand, CEO of RAND Luxury. "Just as Hollywood creates a platform for entertainment creation, the LTS brings them to life. Other celebrated highlights of the evening will include unveilings of smart and wearable technology, 3D modeling, robotics and the BMW i8 and other trend-setting products that are a signature of the Beverly Hills scene." The AX850 and AX900 both made their global debut last month at IFA in Berlin. Each 4K display features an LED LCD panel with full-array local dimming technology for superior black levels. The Luxury Technology show aims to show off the world's best tech innovations, and the event is scheduled to begin on October 15 at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Beverly Hills, CA. Stay tuned to High-Def Digest for full coverage of the Luxury Technology Show and Panasonic's latest 4K TVs next week! Source: The Luxury Technology ShowPosted Thu Oct 9, 2014 at 06:00 PM PDT by: -
Lenovo Reveals New Yoga Tablets[teaser]The new Android and Windows tablets offer updated features and IPS displays. [/teaser] Lenovo has detailed the latest additions to its Yoga line of tablets. The new models include the Yoga Tablet 2 and the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro. "Our second generation YOGA Tablets give users the freedom to do more – go hands free and hang the tablet from the wall with the new Hang mode; get unparalleled sound on a tablet with loaded audio features; and choose the operating system that's right for them - Android or Windows," said Jeff Meredith, vice president, Marketing, Lenovo Mobile Business Group. "Also for those who crave multimedia on a bigger screen, we've created a new 13-in model with the YOGA Tablet 2 Pro. So all in all, the tablets give you more modes, more performance and more choice." The Yoga Tablet 2 comes in 8-inch and 10-inch models with options for Android and Windows operating systems. Each device features a 1920 x 1200 IPS display and is powered by an Intel Atom processor. An 8MP rear camera and a 1.6MP front camera is included as well, and the tablets are rated for up to 18 hours of battery life. Meanwhile, the company is also releasing the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro. This Android model features a larger 13.3-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440. As an added bonus, the Pro model also includes an integrated Pico Projector, allowing users to project high-res 16:9 images on any surface at up to 50-inches. The Android Powered Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 8-inch model is available now for a starting price of $250. The 10-inch Android model is also on sale now starting at $300. Meanwhile, the Windows 8-inch model will be available in November starting at $300, and the 10-inch Windows model will go on sale at the end of October for a base price of $400. Finally, the Android Yoga Tablet 2 Pro is expected to start shipping by the end of the month for a suggested starting price of $500. Sources: Lenovo 1, Lenovo 2, Lenovo 3Posted Thu Oct 9, 2014 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
Amazon Set to Launch First Physical Store in New York[teaser]Reports indicate that the online retailer is planning to open its first brick-and-mortar store later this year. [/teaser] According to a report from the The Wall Street Journal, Amazon will open its first physical store just in time for the upcoming holiday shopping season. The store will be located on 34th street in Manhattan right across from the Empire State Building. New York customers will be able to order products online from Amazon and then pick them up from the store later that same day. Likewise, the store will also handle returns and exchanges. Furthermore, a physical location will also allow the company to highlight and demo its various gadgets, including the Fire TV media player, Fire HDX tablets, and Fire Phone. An exact opening date for the rumored store has not been announced yet, and it's unclear whether the company has plans to launch additional shops in more locations. Source: The Wall Street Journal via CNETPosted Thu Oct 9, 2014 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Samsung Ultra HD TVs[teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering up to $1,200 off select Samsung 4K displays! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing electronics sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on several Samsung 4K displays, including their curved-screen models. Samsung UN40HU6950 40-Inch 4K TV - Currently $898 (10 percent off). Samsung UN50HU6950 50-Inch 4K TV - Currently $1,298 (13 percent off). Samsung UN55HU6950 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $1,598 (20 percent off). Samsung UN55HU7250 Curved 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $1,798 (18 percent off). Samsung UN65HU7250 Curved 65-Inch 4K TV - Currently $2,798 (15 percent off). Samsung UN65HU8550 65-Inch 4K TV - Currently $3,198 (20 percent off). Samsung UN60HU8550 60-Inch 4K TV - Currently $2,598 (26 percent off). Samsung UN55HU8550 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $2,098 (30 percent off). Samsung UN50HU8550 50-Inch 4K TV - Currently $1,798 (28 percent off). Samsung UN65HU9000 Curved 65-Inch 4K TV - Currently $4,498 (10 percent off). Samsung UN55HU9000 Curved 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $3,198 (20 percent off). Samsung UN65HU8700 Curved 65-Inch 4K TV - Currently $3,398 (24 percent off). Samsung UN55HU8700 Curved 55-Inch 4K TV - Currently $2,298 (34 percent off). 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 Oct 8, 2014 at 06:30 PM PDT by: -
Google Play Adds Pre-Order Option for Big-Screen Movies[teaser]Google Play users can now pre-order select titles while they are still in theaters. [/teaser] Google has announced the addition of a new pre-order service that lets customers reserve theatrical releases before they hit Blu-ray or digital distribution. The new feature is now live. All customers need to do is browse the company's list of available pre-orders, and choose the title that interests them. After purchasing the movie, users will receive an email receipt and the film will be added to the "My Movies" section along with related info, including a release date. Finally, when the films is available, customers will get a confirmation email and the movie will automatically be added to their library. The current list of theatrical pre-orders includes titles like 'Gone Girl,' 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' and 'The Maze Runner,' with pre-order prices ranging from $12.99 to $19.99. For now, the service is only available to US customers, but the feature is expected to expand to more markets as well. Source: Google Play via EngadgetPosted Wed Oct 8, 2014 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
Sinclair & Technicolor Test ATSC 3.0 4K Broadcast[teaser]The companies have completed the first US-based demonstration for an Ultra HD over-the-air test signal. [/teaser] Sinclair Broadcast Group and Technicolor have announced the successful deployment of Technicolor's ATSC 3.0 4K UltraHD testbed platform through an over-the-air broadcast. The platform uses Scalable HEVC (SHVC), MPEG-H audio, and MPEG-MMT transport to enable delivery of live 4K content. "Technicolor has created an integrated platform, not just a single component such as audio or video, which enables us to do real-world deployments and testing of this exciting next generation ATSC 3.0 technology," said Vince Pizzica, senior executive vice president of Corporate Development and Technology for Technicolor. Technicolor's platform was integrated into Sinclair's OFDM transmission system in Baltimore, Maryland to conduct the test. This marks the world's first successful broadcast of Scalable HEVC compression, and the first successful integration of MPEG-MMT A/V transport technology. "Sinclair continues to work to bring future value to all broadcast stakeholders, a future where HDTV and new services can be reliably delivered to tablets and portable devices, and 4K UltraHD to our home audience," stated Mark Aitken, Vice President of Advanced Technology for Sinclair. There's no word yet on when customers can expect to receive actual 4K broadcasts, but this test will help pave the way for more ATSC 3.0 live experimental transmissions for Ultra HD scalable video and audio both over-the-air and to mobile devices. Source: TechnicolorPosted Wed Oct 8, 2014 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Denon Launches TV Speaker Base[teaser]The upcoming speaker base is designed to sit under a customer's TV. [/teaser] Denon has announced details for its upcoming DHT-T110 TV Speaker Base. The audio device is capable of resting under TVs up to 50-inches and 60 pounds. The DHT-T110 features two 2x5-inch oval drivers, two 0.5-inch dome tweeters, and two back-firing bass ports. In addition, the speaker includes optical, coaxial, and analog inputs, an integrated Dolby Digital decoder with Denon Virtual Surround, Dynamic Bass Technology, and Bluetooth with aptX streaming for high quality wireless audio. Finally, five listening modes and a special Night Mode for quieter playback are available as well. Denon's DHT-T110 TV Speaker Base is expected to start shipping in mid-October for a suggested retail price of $349. The device is now poised to compete with several other similar speaker bases and sound stands, including the VIZIO S2121w, Bose Solo and the Samsung HW-H600. Sources: TWICE, DenonPosted Tue Oct 7, 2014 at 05:30 PM PDT by: -
Klipsch Details New Reference Subwoofers[teaser]Three new subwoofers have joined the company's Reference collection. [/teaser] Klipsch has announced the latest additions to its Reference series of high-performance audio products. The new arrivals include three subwoofers: the R-110SW, R-112SW, and R-115SW. "The new Reference subwoofers combine exclusive technologies with thunderous performance to provide consumers a solid foundation for their audio setup," said Mark Casavant, senior vice president of product development for Klipsch. "This subwoofer series honors the legendary Reference of our past while incorporating the high-tech look and feel of the future. These subs bring real reproduction quality to the lowest octave at an incredible value." Each subwoofer features spun copper, front-firing Cerametallic woofers for strong low frequencies and minimal distortion. Likewise, their all-digital amplifiers provide high efficiency power for accurate audio reproduction. Finally, all three models support the Klipsch WA-2 wireless subwoofer kit, for fully wireless connections around a user's room. Klipsch's Reference R-110SW ($549), R-112SW ($649), and R-115SW ($899) are on sale now, and join the previously available R-10SW ($349) and R-12SW ($449). Source: KlipschPosted Tue Oct 7, 2014 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
DTS & LG Form Strategic Partnership for Premium Audio Experience[teaser]LG is set to integrate DTS audio tech into its full lineup of products. [/teaser] DTS and LG have announced a new long-term global deal that will see LG incorporate DTS technology into their home theater devices. The deal covers LG's entire collection of entertainment products, including Ultra HD TVs, soundbars, and receivers, and will focus on the integration of the DTS-HD decoder. "This agreement marks a significant expansion in delivering DTS' premium audio to more LG products and more customers worldwide," said Jea Yoo, president, DTS Korea. "We are here to fully support LG's dedication to providing their customers with products that deliver the best sound quality, and look forward to working together in bringing to market next-generation products that provide a breathtaking entertainment experience." The DTS-HD decoder enables complete support for all DTS formats up to 11.1 channels, including DTS Digital Surround, DTS Coreless Lossless, DTS Express and DTS-HD Master Audio. In addition, the decoder is designed for streaming media and over-the-top playback, as well as compatibility with the DTS legacy audio tech found on DVDs and Blu-rays. "Our strategic alliance with DTS ensures that our newest products will offer consumers a home entertainment experience that will sound as good as it looks," said Jeong-hwan Lee, executive vice president, LG Electronics. "DTS audio technology will ensure that we are able to deliver an audio experience that exceeds the expectations consumers have of our industry-leading OLED and 4K Ultra HD TVs, digital players and audio systems." Source: DTSPosted Tue Oct 7, 2014 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Home Audio[teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering up to 64 percent off select audio gear! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing electronics sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on home audio products from JBL, Yamaha, and Denon. JBL ES250PBK 12-Inch Powered Subwoofer - Currently $200 (64 percent off). Yamaha ATS-1520BL-R Factory Refurbished Soundbar - Currently $170 (51 percent off). Yamaha RX-V477 5.1-Channel AV Receiver - Currently $300 (33 percent off). Yamaha R-S201BL Natural Sound Stereo Receiver - Currently $130 (28 percent off). Denon AVR-S900W 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver - Currently $499 (23 percent off). Denon AVR-X3100W 7.2 Channel Full 4K Ultra HD A/V Receiver - Currently $899 (10 percent off). 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 Oct 6, 2014 at 09:00 PM PDT by:
