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Coming Soon to Streaming: BLACK MIRROR: BANDERSNATCH, and More[teaser]A new Black Mirror film is set to hit Netflix tomorrow.[/teaser] Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video have released new previews and info for several of their upcoming programs and films. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on each service: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch (Netflix, December 28) - In 1984, a young programmer begins to question reality as he adapts a sprawling fantasy novel into a video game and soon faces a mind-mangling challenge. Welcome back. Pinky Malinky (Netflix, January 1) - A mockumentary style animated show that follows the everyday life of Pinky Malinky, an infectiously positive HOTDOG living in a human world. By always reaching for the stars, Pinky pushes himself further than anyone could imagine and proves that being a “wiener” is only one letter away from being a “WINNER”! Together with his two best friends, Babs and JJ, they navigate school in their beloved town of Sackenhack as only three best friends can. Tidying Up with Marie Kondo (Netflix, January 1) - In the eight-episode series, Marie Kondo guides people who are at a crossroads, but willing to tackle the clutter holding them back to spark joy in their homes and transform their lives in emotional and surprising ways. Follows a loving family of four who have relocated to a Los Angeles apartment from a four-bedroom home in Michigan; a recently widowed woman grappling with how to let go of her beloved late husband's’ possession, but not his memory; a young couple living in West Hollywood who are ready to leave their college-style of living behind; as well as soon-to-be parents who realize it’s time to let go of the past to pave way for their future family. Trigger Warning with Killer Mike (Netflix, January 18) - “'Trigger Warning' is about examining cultural taboos and giving viewers the space to examine the 'what ifs' and 'why nots' that limit how some people move and operate in the world," said Michael Render, pka Killer Mike. "In six episodes, we explore the human condition using nontraditional approaches. Not everyone will agree with my methods (and some of what we’re putting out is fucking crazy), but this show is about embracing your freedom to challenge societal expectations and conformity. This show is if an anarchist determined the status quo." One Day At a Time: Season 3 (Netflix, February 8) - A reimagining of the Norman Lear classic, centering on a Cuban-American family. Our heroine is a recently separated, former military mom (Justina Machado) navigating a new single life while raising her radical teenaged daughter and socially adept tween son, with the “help” of her old school Cuban-born mom (Rita Moreno) and a friends- without-benefits building manager named Schneider. Narcos: Mexico (Netflix, Coming Soon) - Explores the origins of the modern drug war by going back to its roots, beginning at a time when the Mexican trafficking world was a loose and disorganized confederation of independent growers and dealers. Witness the rise of the Guadalajara Cartel in the 1980s as Félix Gallardo (Diego Luna) takes the helm, unifying traffickers in order to build an empire. When DEA agent Kiki Camarena (Michael Peña) moves his wife and young son from California to Guadalajara to take on a new post, he quickly learns that his assignment will be more challenging than he ever could have imagined. As Kiki garners intelligence on Félix and becomes more entangled in his mission, a tragic chain of events unfold, affecting the drug trade and the war against it for years to come. Magic for Humans: Season 2 (Netflix, Coming 2019) - From baffling people on the street to orchestrating elaborate tricks, Justin Willman blends good-natured magic with grown-up laughs. To All The Boys Sequel (Netflix, Coming Soon) - A sequel for To All the Boys I've Loved Before is in the works. The first film was based on the popular YA novel written by New York Times Bestselling Author, Jenny Han. The movie stars actress Lana Condor and Noah Centineo. Into the Dark: New Year, New You (Hulu, December 28) - A social media star celebrates New Year's Eve with her childhood friends, but a fun game of secrets turns into a terrifying fight for survival. Stars Suki Waterhouse and Carly Chaiken Future Man: Season 2 (Netflix, January 11) - Season two picks up in 2162, and Josh, Wolf, and Tiger learn that their season one mission to stop the cure from getting out didn’t work. Season 2 stars Josh Hutcherson, Eliza Coupe, Derek Wilson and Haley Joel Osment. PEN15 (Hulu, February 8) - PEN15 is middle school as it really happened. Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle star in this adult comedy, playing versions of themselves as thirteen-year-old outcasts in the year 2000, surrounded by actual thirteen-year-olds, where the best day of your life can turn into your worst with the stroke of a gel pen. Informer Season 1 (Amazon Prime Video, January 11) - After a trivial brush with the law, a second-generation Pakistani young man from East London is relentlessly coerced by a counter-terrorism officer with a questionable past into working for him as an undercover informant, a job that will compromise not only his own beliefs, but also the welfare of those he loves the most. The ABC Murders (Amazon Prime Video, February 1) - Agatha Christie’s famous detective, Hercule Poirot (John Malkovich) is racing against time to stop serial killer known as “A.B.C.” In a cat and mouse chase across the length of Britain, will Poirot prevail before the murderer stages his next crime? - A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $119 per year or $13 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. - A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Hulu (YouTube), Amazon (YouTube)Posted Thu Dec 27, 2018 at 01:12 PM PST by: -
LG Announces New Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Sound Bars[teaser]Three new immersive audio sound bar models have been revealed.[/teaser] LG has detailed the latest additions to its home audio lineup. The new SL10 (CES Innovation Award recipient), SL9 (CES Innovation Award recipient), and SL8 sound bars will all be on display at CES 2019 in Las Vegas on January 8-11. "LG's 2019 sound bars deliver amazing performance tuned in close partnership with Meridian Audio with the convenience of smart AI connectivity," said Kim Dae-chul, head of LG Home Entertainment Company’s audio and video business. "The high-quality sound and versatility of our newest lineup takes home entertainment to a whole new level and satisfies a growing demand for premium sound bar solutions that provide impressive listening experiences, greater convenience and stylish, modern aesthetics." The flagship 2019 lineup includes the SL10YG, SL9YG and SL8YG. All three models have been developed in partnership with Meridian Audio and include support for the company's Image Elevation technology and Meridian Upmix technology. Likewise, the sound bars all include Dolby Atmos and DTS:X capabilities as well. In addition, users can extend the soundfield even further with an optional Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (model SPK 8). AI smart connectivity and voice recognition features are implemented as well via integrated Google Assistant support, allowing users to control the sound bars and search for information through voice commands. Pricing, availability, and full specs for the SL10, SL9, and SL8 have not been announced yet, but more information is expected to be revealed at CES 2019. And beyond the company's new sound bar lineup, LG also recently unveiled the new HU85L CineBeam Laser 4K Projector with Ultra Short Throw support Source: LGPosted Wed Dec 26, 2018 at 06:15 PM PST by: -
Everything Coming to iTunes & the Apple TV App in January 2019[teaser]Check out all the new digital titles coming to the iTunes library and Apple TV App in January.[/teaser] Apple has revealed its January lineup of iTunes movies and TV shows. The collection includes films like A Star is Born, First Man, The Hate You Give, Boy Erased, Overlord, Suspiria, Widows, Green Book, The Girl in the Spider's Web, and more. And beyond iTunes, Apple has also compiled a list of January streaming titles set to be available via the Apple TV App on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV devices. The Apple TV App allows users to browse through content from over 60 video services without switching from one app to the next, including titles from Amazon Prime Video, HBO Now, Showtime, CBS All Access, Hulu, and many other pay-TV subscriptions. Here's a full rundown of January iTunes and Apple TV app titles per Apple: iTunes Movies 1/1 Old Man and the Gun 1/2 Wildlife (exclusive through 1/8) 1/2 Trouble 1/2 Never Goin Back 1/2 Garry Winogrand 1/2 Love, Gilda 1/2 Bad Reputation 1/5 Speed Kills 1/8 The Hate You Give 1/8 First Man 1/8 Monsters and Men 1/8 Johnny English Strikes Again 1/8 What they Had 1/15 A Star Is Born 1/15 Boy Erased 1/15 Overlord 1/15 Suspiria 1/15 Tea with the Dames 1/15 Old Man and the Gun 1/15 The Bookshop 1/22 The Girl in the Spider’s Web 1/22 The Wife 1/22 Blaze 1/22 Sisters Brothers 1/29 Widows 1/29 Green Book 1/29 Nutcracker and Four Realms 1/29 Willow 1/29 Nobody’s Fool 1/29 Piercing iTunes TV 1/17 - Schitt's Creek (CBC) 1/28 - Kidding (Showtime) - Season 1 1/28 - Room 104 (HBO) - Season 2 1/28 - Mike Judge Presents: Tales from the Tour Bus (Cinemax) - Season 1 Apple TV App: Now Streaming 1/1 - Allstate Sugar Bowl (ESPN) 1/1 - Rose Bowl presented by Northwestern Mutual (ESPN) 1/1 - Playstation Fiesta Bowl (ESPN) 1/1 - NHL Winter Classic (NBC) 1/1 - Breaking Big (Prime) - Season 1 1/1 - Atlanta (Hulu) - Season 2 1/2 - Married at First (Lifetime) - Season 8 1/3 - Dr. Who (BBCA) - New Year’s Day Special 1/3 - Locked Up Abroad (Nat Geo) - Season 9 1/3 - The Masked Singer (Fox) - Season 1 1/3 - Grown-ish (Freeform) - Season 2 1/3 - Black Ink Crew: Chicago (VH1) - Season 5 1/3 - Project Runway All Stars (Lifetime) - Season 7 1/4 - The Blacklist (NBC) - Season 6 1/4 - The Titan Games (NBC) - Season 1 1/4 - The Big Bang Theory (CBS) - Midseason Premiere 1/4 - Gotham (Fox) - Season 5 1/4 - SMILF (Showtime) - Season 2 (pre-air premiere) 1/4 - Beautiful Boy (Prime) 1/5 - NFL AFC Wild Card Game (CBS) 1/6 - Say Yes to the Nest (HGTV) - Season 1 1/7 - College Football Playoff National Championship (ESPN) 1/7 - Lodge 49 (Hulu) - Season 1 1/7 - Island Life (HGTV) - Season 15 1/8 - The Bachelor (ABC) - Season 23 1/8 - America’s Got Talent: The Champions (NBC) 1/8 - Grand Tour (Prime Video) - Season 3 1/9 - Ellen’s Game of Games (NBC) - Season 2 1/10 - You’re the Worst (FX) - Season 5 1/10 - Schooled (ABC) - Season 1 1/10 - Modern Family (ABC) - Midseason Premiere 1/11 - The Good Place (NBC) - Midseason Premiere 1/11 - Fam (CBS) - Season 1 1/11 - Brooklyn Nine Nine (NBC) - Season 6 1/11 - Informer (Prime Video) - Season 1 1/13 - True Detective (HBO) - Season 3 1/14 - Victoria (PBS) - Season 3 1/14 - American Style (CNN) 1/15 - The Good Doctor (ABC) - Midseason Premiere 1/15 - The Passage (Fox) - Season 1 1/16 - This is Us (NBC) Midseason Premiere 1/16 - Roswell: New Mexico (CW) - Season 1 1/16 - Drunk History (Comedy Central) - Season 6 1/16 - Temptation Island (USA) - Season 1 1/16 - Teachers (Comedy Central) - Season 4 1/16 - Deadly Class (BBCA) - Season 1 1/17 - Star Trek: Discovery (CBS All Access) - Season 2 1/18 - Grey’s Anatomy (ABC) - Midseason Premiere 1/20 - Shameless (Showtime) - Midseason Premiere 1/20 - Black Monday (Showtime) - Season 1 1/20 - Crashing (HBO) - Season 3 1/20 - High Maintenance (HBO) - Season 3 1/22 - Big Brother: Celebrity Edition (CBS) - Season 2 1/23 - Conan (TBS) - New Late Show Format 1/24 - The Magicians (Syfy) - Season 4 Premiere 1/24 - Suits (USA) - Midseason Premiere 1/25 - Broad City (Comedy Central) - Final Season Premiere 1/28 - RENT: Live (Fox) 1/29 - I Am The Night (TNT) - Season Premiere Source: iTunesPosted Wed Dec 26, 2018 at 04:30 PM PST by: -
Disney Reveals New Footage of STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE Theme Park Rides[teaser]Disney has released a new behind-the-scenes video for its upcoming Star Wars-themed land set to open at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.[/teaser] The featurette previews two of the main attractions for the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge park, along with comments from Scott Trowbridge (Creative Executive, Disney Imagineering) and Carrie Beck (VP, Lucasfilm Story Group) about the land's immersive features. The first ride, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, will place guests behind the controls of the famed ship that "made the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs." As part of the attraction, visitors can participate in one of three unique flight crew roles. Meanwhile, the second ride, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, is designed to thrust guests into an epic battle between the Resistance and the First Order. Check out the behind-the-scenes video below! Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is scheduled to open at Disneyland in summer 2019 (check out our prediction on exactly when HERE) and Walt Disney World in fall 2019. The land and its various rides and attractions will allow visitors to "become galactic travelers and live their own Star Wars stories in a galaxy far, far away." Likewise, in addition to the land itself, Disney is also building a complementary Star Wars-themed resort, offering a "fully-immersive, multi-day Star Wars adventure aboard a luxury starship complete with high-end dining, space-view cabins, and exciting action." Beyond the rides and resort, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will also allow fans to explore the planet Batuu, stop by a street market in Black Spire Outpost, try franchise delicacies like blue milk, visit the Cantina, and more -- all while interacting with various creatures and characters from the Star Wars universe. And thankfully, the experience won't be without John Williams' iconic music, as the composer has been tapped to provide new and original Star Wars music for the park. Source: Disney Parks (YouTube), Disneyland via JobloPosted Wed Dec 26, 2018 at 09:50 AM PST by: -
Amazon User Mistakenly Receives Another Customer's Alexa Recordings[teaser]Alexa has been up to no good again.[/teaser] According to reports by NPR, Reuters, and German magazine c't, Amazon mistakenly sent over a thousand Alexa recordings to the wrong user. The tech snafu in question occurred when a German Amazon customer requested access to his archived data (permissible under a European Union data protection law). Amazon then sent the man a download link which included tracked searches on the website, along with a whopping 1,700 recordings made by Alexa... of another customer. The recipient was quite confused to receive the recordings, especially since he apparently does not use or own any Alexa devices. Upon listening to the files, he discovered that they were recordings of complete strangers -- a male and female voice -- making various requests, searches, and other comments. In response to the incident, an Amazon spokesperson told Reuters, "This unfortunate case was the result of a human error and an isolated single case." They continued, "We resolved the issue with the two customers involved and took measures to further optimize our processes. As a precautionary measure we contacted the relevant authorities." This isn't the first time that an Alexa privacy issue has arisen. Back in May, an Amazon Echo mistakenly recorded a Portland family's conversations and then sent them to a person in their contacts list without their knowledge. Though smart speakers and televisions with microphones and voice recognition are becoming increasingly popular additions to many modern households, as Alexa's continued growing pains reveal, we should probably still be very careful about what we say around our appliances. Sources: NPR, Reuters, c'tPosted Fri Dec 21, 2018 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
LG Announces New CineBeam Laser 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector[teaser]A new 4K ultra short throw projector will be on display at CES 2019.[/teaser] LG has announced its latest home theater product, the HU85L CineBeam Laser 4K Projector with Ultra Short Throw support. The compact device enables easy placement options and features LG ThinQ AI tech. Likewise, the projector is already the recipient of a CES 2019 Innovation Award. "The new CineBeam Laser projector marries spectacular 4K viewing experience with the convenience of AI technology," said Jang Ik-hwan, head of LG's IT business division. "There is no other product like this on the market, illustrating how LG continues to deliver unique value to consumers." The HU85L offers support for 4K UHD resolution, wide color gamut, and 2,500 ANSI lumens of brightness. And thanks to the unit's Ultra Short Throw tech, the device can project a 90-inch image from just a little more than 2 inches away from a wall or an even larger 120-inch image from 7 inches away. In addition, the projector features a compact design and 12-point keystone adjustment to help remove image distortion. Meanwhile, LG has also implemented ThinQ AI capabilities, offering support for voice commands via the included Magic Remote to control the projector and find content. Likewise, the remote can detect gestures and activate its backlit buttons automatically when it perceives motion. Finally, the projector includes access to streaming services, along with USB, Ethernet, and HDMI connectivity. Pricing and availability for the HU85L CineBeam Laser 4K Projector have not been announced yet, but the device will be on hand at LG's booth during CES 2019 from January 8-11 in Las Vegas. Source: LGPosted Fri Dec 21, 2018 at 08:35 AM PST by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT, and More[teaser]The starship Discovery is setting a course for CBS All Access in January.[/teaser] CBS All Access and Netflix have released new previews and info for several of their upcoming programs and films. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on each service: Star Trek: Discovery Season Two (CBS All Access, January 17) - Follows the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, and one Starfleet officer who must learn that to truly understand all things alien, you must first understand yourself. Bird Box (Netflix, December 21) - When a mysterious force decimates the world’s population, only one thing is certain: if you see it, you take your life. Facing the unknown, Malorie finds love, hope and a new beginning only for it to unravel. Now she must flee with her two children down a treacherous river to the one place left that may offer sanctuary. But to survive, they'll have to undertake the perilous two-day journey blindfolded. Academy Award® winner Sandra Bullock leads an all-star cast that includes Trevante Rhodes, with Sarah Paulson, and John Malkovich in #BirdBox, a compelling new thriller from Academy Award winner Susanne Bier. 3Below: Tales of Arcadia (Netflix, December 21) - From visionary director Guillermo del Toro and the team behind DreamWorks Trollhunters comes an epic, hilarious tale of alien royalty who must escape intergalactic bounty hunters by blending in on a primitive junk heap known as Earth. Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (Netflix, December 21) - From Producer Leonardo DiCaprio comes a Netflix original documentary film about Stanislaw Szukalski, an eccentric artist and self proclaimed genius from Poland. After gaining fame leading up to WW2 he fell into obscurity only to be re-discovered late in life. He’s one of the greatest artists you’ve never heard of. 7 Days Out (Netflix, December 21) - A behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic cultural events in fashion, sports, food, gaming, and space. 7 Days Out gives you an exclusive look at what it takes to create and pull off the CHANEL Haute Couture Fashion Show, the Kentucky Derby, the Westminster Dog Show, the League Of Legends Championship, NASA's Cassini Mission and the opening of Eleven Madison Park. With everything at stake, what can happen in seven days? Watership Down (Netflix, December 23) - A warren of rabbits battles many threats on their daring journey to find a new home in this adaptation of the classic novel by Richard Adams. James McAvoy, Nicholas Hoult, John Boyega, Gemma Arterton, Daniel Kaluuya, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Colman and many more lend their voices to this epic tale. Standup and Away! with Brian Regan (Netflix, December 24) - A little bit of this. A little bit of that. And a whole lot of comedy. Brian Regan blends live stand-up with sketches and audience interaction in this hybrid four-part comedy series produced by Jerry Seinfeld. Alexa & Katie: Season 2 (Netflix, December 26) - The second season of this multi-camera sitcom follows the indomitable best friends through their sophomore year of high school. With hair on their heads, Alexa and Katie tackle the challenges of high school and the lingering complications of Alexa's cancer with the comfort of knowing that together, they can get through anything. Featuring Paris Berelc, Isabel May, Tiffani Thiessen, Emery Kelly, Jolie Jenkins, Eddie Shin, Finn Carr, Jack Griffo and Kerri Medders. A Series of Unfortunate Events: Season 3 (Netflix, January 1) - Recounts the tragic tale of the Baudelaire orphans – Violet, Klaus, and Sunny – whose evil uncle Count Olaf (Neil Patrick Harris) will stop at nothing to get his hands on their inheritance. After foiling his many dastardly plans and disguises, the young siblings might finally discover the truth about their parents’ mysterious death, while unraveling the layers of a clandestine organization, and revealing the secrets of the coveted, missing sugar bowl. COMEDIANS of the world: Standup (Netflix, January 1) - This global, first-of-its-kind, series will bring together 47 comedians from 13 regions in 8 languages in an unprecedented stand-up comedy event series. The groundbreaking series will feature a range of stand-up specials from comedians diverse in style, gender and ethnicity. Get ready for the comedy event of the year. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix, January 25) - After living in a cult for fifteen years, Kimmy (Ellie Kemper) decides to reclaim her life and start over in New York City. Kingdom (Netflix, January 25) - In a kingdom defeated by corruption and famine, a mysterious plague spreads to turn the infected into monsters. The crown prince, framed for treason and desperate to save his people, sets out on a journey to unveil what evil lurks in the dark. Russian Doll: Season 1 (Netflix, February 1) - Follows a young woman named Nadia (Natasha Lyonne) on her journey as the guest of honor at a seemingly inescapable party one night in New York City. Russian Doll is co-created by Natasha Lyonne, Amy Poehler and Leslye Headland, who all serve as executive producers, with Headland and Lyonne as writers for the series. Siempre Bruja: Always a Witch (Netflix, February 1) - A young witch takes us on a journey through time in between the past and present of the city of Cartagena, where she faces unknown challenges that will make her realize that once a witch, Always a Witch. Selena: The Series (Netflix, Coming Soon) - As Mexican-American Tejano singer Selena comes of age and realizes her dreams, she and her family make tough choices to hold on to love and music. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current CBS All Access subscription costs $5.99 per month with reduced commercials or $9.99 per month for a commercial-free plan. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), CBS All Access (YouTube)Posted Thu Dec 20, 2018 at 06:30 PM PST by: -
Netflix Set to Expand Original Film Production for 2019[teaser]The streaming giant is set to release even more original movies next year.[/teaser] According to a report by The New York Times, Netflix is planning to expand its lineup of original films for 2019, with resources in place to release as many as 90 titles throughout the year. Under the guidance of Scott Stuber, Head of Original Films at Netflix, the company is pushing forward with its strategy to bring the streaming platform's original movie output more in line with its massive collection of original TV series. Set to go toe-to-toe with Hollywood, the service is prepared to offer 55 new live-action narrative films in 2019, with about 35 marked for budgets of up to $20 million and about 20 marked for budgets of $20 million to $200 million. Coupled with animated and documentary movies, Netflix's original film lineup for 2019 could reach around 90 titles -- a rather staggering number considering many major Hollywood studios, like Universal, only release about 30 films per year. In 2018, Netflix released several original prestige films on its platform from major industry talent, including The Coen Brothers' The Ballad of Buster Scruggs and Alfonso Curaon's Roma. Limited theatrical windows have also been employed simultaneously with or right before the movies' streaming debuts in order to qualify them for awards consideration. In 2019, this trend will likely continue with a series of releases from Hollywood filmmakers like Martin Scorsese, Steven Soderbergh, Dee Rees, Guillermo del Toro, Noah Baumbach, and Michael Bay. A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. Sources: The New York Times via LRM OnlinePosted Wed Dec 19, 2018 at 10:10 AM PST by: -
Samsung Unveils 2019 "The Frame" & "SERIF" 4K QLED Lifestyle TVs[teaser]The latest models will be on display at CES 2019.[/teaser] Samsung has revealed first details for its upcoming 2019 lineup of Lifestyle displays. The collection will include new versions of "The Frame" and "SERIF" TVs. "The traditional TV was only focused on technical features, such as picture quality and performance, but now TVs are also a lifestyle platform that blends in consumers’ daily life," said Jongsuk Choo, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "This year's models of The Frame and SERIF TV are enhanced lifestyle TVs that deliver a TV experience like nothing before." Emphasizing premium design, The Frame is a display built to look like a picture frame hanging on a user's wall when not in use as a TV. When in Art Mode, The Frame can display digital pieces of artwork, including paintings and pictures instead of fading to black like a traditional television. In addition, the device's Luminance Sensor can adjust colors on-screen to match the ambient brightness of a user's room. Over 1,000 pieces of art will be available via the TV's Art Store, offering access to newly added selections from the Uffizi Galleries in Italy, the Van Gogh Museum in The Netherlands, Te Papa in New Zealand, and more. And beyond aesthetic perks, 2019 models will also utilize QLED panels and Bixby AI, offering improved contrast and 100% color volume, along with voice control and extensive smart TV functions. Meanwhile, The SERIF TV was developed in collaboration with designers Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec to fit into a user's home like a piece of furniture. The display features an unconventional design that resembles a capital "I" when viewed in profile, complete with a small, shelf-like surface at the top. And like the new Frame models, the 2019 SERIF TVs will also use QLED technology to offer improved picture performance. In addition, the displays will include support for Samsung's Ambient Mode as well. Unlike previous models, which were only sold in furniture and department stores, the 2019 lineup will be available for purchase from electronics retailers as well. The new Frame and SERIF TVs will be on display at CES 2019 in Las Vegas from January 8-11. Source: SamsungPosted Tue Dec 18, 2018 at 06:00 PM PST by: -
AT&T Reveals 2019 Price Increases for DIRECTV & U-Verse Packages[teaser]Price changes have been announced for the company's cable and satellite services.[/teaser] AT&T has notified subscribers of upcoming price increases for select DIRECTV and U-Verse packages. The new prices will take effect starting January 20, 2019. According to AT&T, the price adjustments are being made to compensate for increased programming costs. DIRECTV or U-Verse customers who are currently receiving promotional discounts will continue to keep those discounts until the promotional period ends. After that, subscribers will be switched over to the new pricing for their package. Here's a rundown of the upcoming price increases for various DIRECTV, Regional Sport Network, and U-Verse TV packages via AT&T: DIRECTV Minimum service, FAMILY, ChineseDirect Plus - $0 BASIC CHOICE, BASIC - $1 SELECT, SELECT CLASSIC, SELECT CHOICE, ENTERTAINMENT, ENTERTAINMENT CLASSIC, OPTIMO MAS, PREFERRED CHOICE, MAS MEXICO, BASICO, FAMILIAR, OPCION ESPECIAL, OPCION EXTRA ESPECIAL - $3 MAS LATINO - $4 CHOICE, TOTAL CHOICE, TOTAL CHOICE LIMITED, TOTAL CHOICE Mobile, MAS ULTRA, MAS ULTRA ORIGINAL, FAMILIAR ULTRA, OPCION ULTRA ESPECIAL - $5 CHOICE XTRA CLASSIC - $6 PREFERRED XTRA, XTRA, ULTIMATE - $7 PREMIER, LO MAXIMO, OPCION PREMIER - $8 Regional Sports Network Regional Sports Network Tier 1 - $0.00 Regional Sports Network Tier 2 - $1.90 Regional Sports Network Tier 3 - $1.85 Regional Sports Network Tier 4 - $1.00 Regional Sports Network Tier 5 - $1.90 Regional Sports Network Tier 6 - $1.80 U-verse TV U-basic - No increase U-family, U-family All In, U100 - $3 U200, U200 All In, U200 Latino, U200 Latino All In, U300, U300 All In, U300 Latino, U300 Latino All In - $5 U400, U450, U450 All In, U450 Latino, U450 Latino All In - $7 Broadcast Surcharge Fee - $2 Source: AT&TPosted Tue Dec 18, 2018 at 03:30 PM PST by:
