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Samsung Details Price for 105-Inch 21:9 UHD TV[teaser]Appropriately mammoth-sized pricing has been announced for the mammoth-sized Ultra HD display. [/teaser] After making its debut at CES back in January, Samsung has finally revealed more details and pricing for its upcoming 105-inch 4K TV. The gigantic LCD display will sell for... $120,000. Yep, better start saving those pennies now. The UN105S9W features a wide 21:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 5,120 x 2,160. The curved-screen LCD panel features the company's UHD Dimming and Precision Black Local Dimming for superior contrast and black levels. Likewise, the display offers a host of other advanced features, including UHD upscaling support, Clear Motion Rate 1440 technology, smart TV capabilities, and a Quad Screen option for segmenting the TV into four different screens. Samsung is now taking pre-orders for the TV and the displays will be made to order. Delivery will take about 12 weeks once an order is placed and Samsung will send over a Field Engineer to help setup the display. Now, does anybody have an extra $120,000 that I can "borrow?" Sources: Samsung, Engadget, CNETPosted Tue Jul 22, 2014 at 03:30 PM PDT by: -
FX Set to Stream 'The Simpsons'[teaser]Every episode of the long-running animated series will be available to stream this October. [/teaser] FX has announced plans to bring 'The Simpsons' online by launching "Simpsons World." The upcoming digital experience will offer streaming options for all 25 seasons and 552 episodes of the beloved show. The service will let users with an authenticated cable subscriber stream every installment of the series, providing countless hours of "Dohs!" and "Ay carambas!" whenever they want. In addition to the complete library of 'Simpsons' episodes, the digital service will also let viewers create personalized playlists, share clips, learn more about the show's famous characters, and engage in other interactive features. Episodes will be playable through the SimpsonsWorld.com website and through the FXNow app for Android/iOS devices, gaming consoles, smart TVs, and set-top boxes. FXX will also be hosting a marathon of every episode of the show and 'The Simpsons Movie' for 24 hours a day from August 21 to September 1. "Simpsons World" is set to launch in October. Sources: Engadget, VarietyPosted Mon Jul 21, 2014 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Samsung Tablets[teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering up to 44 percent off select Samsung tablets! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing electronics sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on several certified refurbished Samsung tablets. Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 32GB Certified Refurbished - Currently $280 (44 percent off). Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite 7-Inch Certified Refurbished - Currently $109 (32 percent off). Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Tablet 7-Inch Certified Refurbished - Currently $126 (21 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 Fri Jul 18, 2014 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
MartinLogan Expands Motion Speaker Collection[teaser]Three new speaker models have been added to the company's Motion series. [/teaser] MartinLogan has announced the addition of three more speakers to its Motion line. The Motion series has been designed to offer a more affordable alternative to the company's ultra-high-end electrostatic loudspeakers. The new models include the floorstanding Motion 60XT, the center channel Motion 50XT, and the bookshelf Motion 35XT. All three speakers use the company's Folded Motion XT tweeter technology which offers a fast transient response and a large surface area to deliver realistic and precise high frequencies. In addition to the Folded Motion tweeter, the Motion 60XT also features Dual 8-inch woofers with rear-firing bass ports and a dedicated 6.5-inch mid woofer. Meanwhile, the 50XT features two 6.5-inch woofers that are paired with the Folded Motion XT tweeter. Finally, the 35XT features a single 6.5-inch woofer that complements it own Folded Motion XT tweeter. The 60XT ($3,000 per pair), the 50XT ($900), and the 35XT ($1,200 per pair) are expected to ship at the end of July. They join the currently available Motion 15 ($400), Motion 20 ($749), Motion 30 ($649), and Motion 40 ($949). Sources: TWICE, MartinLoganPosted Fri Jul 18, 2014 at 03:30 PM PDT by: -
Amazon Reportedly Bringing Prime Instant Video to Android[teaser]Reports indicate that Amazon is preparing to launch Prime Instant Video support for Android devices. [/teaser] According to a report by PC Advisor, Amazon is gearing up to release an Android app for its popular Prime Instant Video service. With that said, it is unknown if the proposed app will support both tablets and smartphones. Currently, Amazon only offers Prime Instant Video access for its own line of Kindle Fire tablets, the Fire TV, the iPad, game consoles, and smart TVs. This leaves the rest of the vast Android community out of luck. But with this new app, Amazon plans to extend its reach to the entire growing Android user base. Likewise, the company is also actively pursuing 4K content delivery, and Ultra HD media support might be a part of the upcoming app as well. An exact date for the Android app has not been disclosed, but its release is said to be "imminent." Prime Instant Video is available now for $99 per year, and offers customers a growing lineup of movies and TV series that includes exclusive streaming rights to a large selection of HBO shows, Fox's '24,' the BBC series 'Orphan Black,' FX's 'The Americans,' and NBC's 'Hannibal.' Source: PC Advisor via CNETPosted Thu Jul 17, 2014 at 05:30 PM PDT by: -
LG Debuts G3 Beat[teaser]The upcoming smartphone is a more compact and affordable variant of the company's flagship G3. [/teaser] LG has announced a new addition to its smartphone lineup, the G3 Beat. The mid-tier 5-inch handset is designed to offer many of the same features as the premium G3 smartphone at a lower price point. "Smartphone manufacturers cannot ignore this growing segment of consumers who want the best balance of looks, features, performance and, of course, price," said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "The LG G3 Beat represents our commitment to the mid-tier smartphone market that demands mature technology, proven branding, great innovation and attractive price, all in a single device." The G3 Beat features a 5-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 1280 x 720 and 294ppi. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.2 GHz Quad-Core processor, 1GB of RAM, and a 2,540mAh battery running Android 4.4.2. An 8MP rear camera with Laser Auto Focus, and a 1.3MP front camera are included as well. The phone also includes 8GB of storage and a microSD slot. Pricing has not been detailed yet, but the LG G3 Beat will launch in South Korea on July 18 and then expand globally in the coming weeks. Source: LGPosted Thu Jul 17, 2014 at 03:30 PM PDT by: -
Marantz Reveals Upcoming Network Audio Player & Stereo Amplifier[teaser]The new audio player and amplifier feature built-in DACs and USB-B ports. [/teaser] Marantz has detailed it latest audio products, the NA8005 Network Audio Player/DAC and the PM7005 Integrated Stereo Amplifier/DAC. Based on the previously released NA-11S1, the NA8005 is geared toward delivering similar performance and features at a more affordable price point. The device comes equipped with an Ethernet port to access internet radio, Spotify Connect, and Apple Airplay. Likewise, the player offers DLNA 1.5 compatibility and playback support for many audio files types including WAV, WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC, and ALAC, along with FLAC HD 192 kHz / 24bits and WAV 192 kHz / 24bits files. A front USB-A and a rear USB-B port are integrated as well. The latter port allows users to connect the device to a PC in order to act as the computer's soundcard. In addition, digital and coaxial inputs are included as well. Finally, the NA8005 also features a high-class Digital-Analogue-Converter that uses Marantz's HDAM and HDAM-SA2 in a hybrid configuration for low noise and high speed. Meanwhile, the PM7005 features 2x80w into 4 ohms, HDAM SA3 circuitry, and a high-speed instantaneous-current power supply. Like the NA8005, the amplifier also offers an integrated DAC and a USB-B port for connecting the device to a computer. The amplifier can then playback 192kHz/24-bit PCM and DSD2.8 and DSD5.6 high-resolution audio files. The NA8005 is expected to start shipping this month for a suggested retail price of $1,200. The PM7005 will be available in August for a suggested retail price of $1,000. Sources: Marantz, TWICEPosted Wed Jul 16, 2014 at 06:00 PM PDT by: -
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Sling Media Details New Streaming Players[teaser]The company is launching updated versions of its Slingbox streaming media players. [/teaser] Sling Media has announced two new products, the Slingbox M1 and the SlingTV. Each upcoming model is set to replace the previously released Slingbox 350 and Slingbox 500, offering several updated features. "Once again, Sling Media is totally redefining the 'TV Anywhere' experience with the introduction of the Slingbox M1 and SlingTV," says Michael Hawkey, senior vice president and general manager of Sling Media. "Customers interested in a no-compromise entertainment experience using the most popular devices will be delighted by the affordability and new features of the Slingbox M1. SlingTV completely enhances the living room TV experience with a visually stunning on TV user interface that takes ultimate advantage of social media data activity." The Slingbox M1 features a compact design and allows users to watch and control their live pay TV channels and recorded DVR content anywhere on tablets, smartphones, PCs, and Macs. The device includes dual-band 2.4/5Ghz WiFi support, an Ethernet port, and component and composite connections. Likewise, users can control and configure the Slingbox M1 with the new Slingplayer desktop app and mobile app for iOS and Android devices. Meanwhile, the SlingTV offers the same mobile TV viewing support along with added Smart TV features, improved navigation, and an included SlingTV remote. In addition, the new electronic programming guide uses a cover-art tile interface and gives customers recommendations powered by SlingCloudTM. The Slingbox M1 will be available on July 20 for a suggested retail price of $150. The SlingTV will be available in August for a suggested retail price of $300. Source: SlingPosted Wed Jul 16, 2014 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
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SoundCloud Comes to Sonos[teaser]The audio sharing platform is now streaming to Sonos speaker systems. [/teaser] Sonos has announced a new partnership with SoundCloud, bringing a new selection of audio content to Sonos users. Customers can now access the SoundCloud beta through their Sonos app for iOS and Android devices. SoundCloud lets users discover and share audio, providing a global library of music, podcasts, and more from up-and-coming artists, established musicians, and comedians. 12 hours of new content is uploaded to the service every minute, offering a constant stream of free audio selections that can now be streamed to Sonos speaker systems. Sonos users can now download the SoundCloud beta by going to "add music services" in the Sonos controller app. Then customers can use the Universal Search feature to start discovering new music and audio content on SoundCloud. Sonos offers several home audio products, including the Sonos Play:1 ($199), Play:3 ($299), and Play:5 ($399) speakers which are all now available on Amazon. Source: SonosPosted Tue Jul 15, 2014 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
Amazon Offers Kindle Fire Lightning Deals![teaser]Amazon is discounting refurbished Kindle Fire HD tablets today! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's daily lightning deals, Amazon is offering special discounts on a Certified Refurbished Kindle Fire HD 7" and a Certified Refurbished Kindle Fire HD 8.9". The Certified Refurbished Kindle Fire HD 7" will go on sale at 10:00 AM PST. The Certified Refurbished Kindle Fire HD 8.9" will go on sale at 2:00 PM PST. Check out the Amazon Gold Box Deals Page to order the tablets with the discounted prices. The sale will only be active for a limited time period while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more deals and special promotions!Posted Tue Jul 15, 2014 at 09:45 AM PDT by:
