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Roku Details Black Friday Deals & Launches New TV Wireless Speakers[teaser]Several Roku products will be on sale for Black Friday.[/teaser] Roku has revealed Black Friday pricing for select products. Likewise, the company has also announced the release of its Roku TV Wireless Speakers. Here's a full rundown of Roku Black Friday pricing set to launch soon via the company's website and other participating retailers: Roku Streaming Stick - $29.99 (starting 11/22, while supplies last) Roku Ultra - $49.99 (starting 11/22, while supplies last) Roku Ultra at Walmart - $48 (starting 11/22, while supplies last) Roku SE at Walmart in stores only - $20 (starting 11/22, while supplies last) In addition, the company's new Roku TV Wireless Speakers will be available for a limited time sale price of $149.99. The speakers are set to start shipping out to customers on November 16 and the discount will run from 11/16 – 11/26. "Picture quality, a tremendous selection of content, value, and ease of use make Roku TVs some of the most popular smart TVs on the market today," said Roku CEO Anthony Wood. "Adding great audio dramatically enhances the way people experience their favorite entertainment. With Roku TV Wireless Speakers, we're able to offer our customers a simple and affordable way to further immerse themselves into the TV, movies and music they love, while providing them with a better whole home entertainment experience." The Roku TV Wireless Speakers are designed to work exclusively with Roku TV models from brands like TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp, Insignia, Hitachi, RCA, and Element. When paired via Roku Connect, the speakers are capable of playing wireless stereo sound from streaming channels, live TV broadcasts with an antenna, or other components connected to the TV like a cable set-top box. Likewise, the units support Bluetooth music streaming from mobile devices as well. The package also includes a Roku TV Voice Remote, a Roku Touch tabletop remote, (2) Power Cables and (4) AAA Batteries. Source: RokuPosted Thu Nov 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Sound United Reveals Black Friday Deals for Denon, Polk, HEOS, and Definitive Technology Brands[teaser]Various sound bars, receivers, and speaker systems will be discounted for the holidays.[/teaser] Sound United has announced special Black Friday pricing for select products. The sale includes gear under the company's Denon, Polk Audio, HEOS, and Definitive Technology brands. Here's a full rundown of deals set to be available per Sound United: (Note: sale pricing may not be in effect yet) Polk Audio Command Bar: a home theater sound bar system with Amazon Alexa built-in - $100 off Polk Audio Signa S2: a universal TV sound bar and wireless subwoofer system - $50 off Polk Audio Signa Solo: a universal home theater sound bar - $30 off Polk Audio MagniFi Series: powerful low-profile sound bars - up to $200 off Polk Assist: a recently-released smart speaker with the Google Assistant built-in - $50 off Definitive Technology ProCinema / AVR bundles: home theater speaker systems - up to $450 off Denon AVRS540BT: 5.2 Ch. 4K Ultra HD AV receiver with Bluetooth and Dolby Vision - $80 off Denon AVRS740H: 7.2 Ch. 4K AV receiver with Amazon Alexa Voice Control - $130 off Denon AVRs X Series: versatile and uncompromising AV Surround Receivers - up to $200 off (1500H, 2500H, 4500H) HEOS Wireless Systems: wireless speaker systems that add power and depth to your favorite music and movies- up to $300 off HEOS HomeCinema HS2: wireless soundbar that features bi-amplified mid-woofers and tweeters, plus a wireless subwoofer- $300 off Source: Sound UnitedPosted Wed Nov 14, 2018 at 03:50 PM PST by: -
VIZIO Black Friday Deals: P-Series Quantum $600 Off, Dolby Atmos Sound Bar $150 Off, and More[teaser]Select VIZIO displays and sound systems are going on sale for the Black Friday shopping season.[/teaser] VIZIO has revealed its assortment of Black Friday deals. The promotion includes big discounts on several 4K HDR TVs, including the company's flagship P-Series Quantum (full review) and P-Series (full review) displays. Here's a full rundown of products set to be discounted: (Note: it's not yet clear if Best Buy will also offer the same sale pricing, but other listed retailers are confirmed by VIZIO) P-Series Quantum Costco, Target and Walmart: PQ65-F: 11/16 - 11/26: Was $2,099.99 Now $1,499.99 (Save $600) P-Series Costco, Target and Walmart: P55-F: 11/18 - 11/26: Was $799.99 Now $649.99 (Save $150) P65-F: 11/18 - 11/26: Was $1,199.99 Now $899.99 (Save $300) P75-F: 11/23 - 11/26: Was $1,999.99 Now $1,699.99 (Save $300) D-Series Costco, Target and Walmart: D24h-G: 11/16 - 11/26: Was $119.99 Now $99.99 (Save $20) D40F-G: 11/22 - 11/26: Was $229.99 Now $199.99 (Save $30) Target: D40F-G: 11/27 - 12/01: Was $229.99 Now $199.99 (Save $30) D70-F: 11/10 - 11/11: Was $799.99 Now $469.99 (Save $150) Walmart: D60-F: 11/23 - 11/23: Was $598.00 Now $498.00 (Save $100) E-Series Costco, Target and Walmart: E70-F: 11/16 - 11/26: Was $899.99 Now $749.99 (Save $150) SB36512-F Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Costco, and Target: SB36512-F: 11/16 - 11/26: Was $499.99 Now $349.99 (Save $150) SB3621n-E Sound Bar Costco, Target and Walmart: SB3621n-E: 11/16 - 11/26: Was $149.99 Now $99.99 (Save $50) Target: SB3621n-E: 11/25 - 12/1: Was $149.99 Now $134.99 (Save $15) SB3651-E Sound Bar Costco, Target and Walmart: SB3651-E: 11/15 - 11/26: Was $249.99 Now $169.99 (Save $80) These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to check back with High-Def Digest for all the latest Black Friday deals and promotions!Posted Wed Nov 14, 2018 at 11:30 AM PST by: -
McIntosh Labs Announces XRT1.1K Loudspeaker[teaser]The company's newest premium speaker has been detailed.[/teaser] McIntosh Labs has announced its latest speaker model. The new XRT1.1K Loudspeaker serves as a smaller, more user friendly sized version of the company's larger XRT2.1K model. The XRT1.1K is a 1200 watt line array floor-standing loudspeaker with 70 drivers and a ported 4-way design. Measuring 21-7/32" (53.89cm) x 70-23/32" and weighing 181 lbs, the unit is 14" (35 cm) shorter and 173 lbs (78 kg) lighter than the XRT2.1K speaker, while still maintaining similar audio performance. The driver array includes (4) 6.5" woofers, (2) 6.5" low frequency midranges, (24) 2" upper frequency midranges and (40) ¾" tweeters. In addition, the speaker features a striking visual aesthetic with 7 layers of high gloss piano black paint on the bass cabinet, along with touches of brushed and black aluminum, and a suspended line array construction inspired by skyscrapers. Here's a full rundown of specs per McIntosh: Impedance Nominal: 8 Ohms Power Rating: 1,200 Watts Frequency Response: 16Hz - 45kHz Sound Pressure Level, 2.8V/1m: 89dB Crossover: 150Hz, 400Hz, 2kHz Number of Woofers: 4 Woofer Size: 6.5" Woofer Type: Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex Honeycomb Long Throw Number of Low Frequency Midranges: 2 Number of Upper Frequency Midranges: 24 Low Frequency Midrange Size: 6.5" Upper Frequency Midrange Size: 2" Low Frequency Midrange Type: Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex Honeycomb Long Throw Upper Frequency Midrange Type: Aluminum–Magnesium Dome Number of Tweeters: 40 Tweeter Size: 3/4" Tweeter Type: Aluminum–Magnesium Dome System Type: Ported 4-Way Floor Standing Grille: Black knit cloth, magnetically attached Available Finishes: Piano Black Dimensions (W x H x D): 21-7/32" (53.89cm) x 70-23/32" (179.65cm) (including feet) x 21-7/32" (53.89cm) Weight: 181 lbs (82 kg) Source: McIntosh LabsPosted Wed Nov 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Dolby Details New Dolby Dimension Wireless Headphones[teaser]The new headphones are geared toward home entertainment use.[/teaser] Dolby has announced its latest audio innovation, the Dolby Dimension Headphones. Designed for binge watching your favorite streaming shows while still maintaining complete control over how much of your surroundings you want to hear, the headphones offer advanced noise blending and cancellation technology. "Dolby's true north is uniting the art and science of entertainment, elevating the creators' ability to tell their stories and enabling consumers to be immersed in spectacular experiences," said Kevin Yeaman, President and CEO, Dolby Laboratories. "Today we continue that journey with the introduction of Dolby Dimension." With Dolby's new proprietary LifeMix technology, the Dolby Dimension headphones allow users to adjust how much they can hear of their surrounding environment. A Transparency option enables blending external sound with entertainment playback while an Active Noise Cancellation feature shuts out external noise. In addition, the headphones include custom-designed 40mm acoustic drivers, wireless Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity, an advanced microphone array, proprietary signal processing, and touch controls with a one-touch switching option. This feature allows users to easily switch between playback devices via three source buttons on the right earcup. Meanwhile, the headphones also offer support for the free Dolby Dimension mobile app for iOS and Android with access to advanced adjustments for Dolby LifeMix, virtualization, head tracking, and device management. Finally, the package comes with a Power Base as well for charging and easy storage when not in use. The Dolby Dimension Headphones are now available for $599 via dolby.com. In addition, customers can demo the headphones in select b8ta stores starting December 1. Source: DolbyPosted Wed Nov 14, 2018 at 08:38 AM PST by: -
Pedro Pascal Cast as Lead in STAR WARS Series THE MANDALORIAN[teaser]The former Game of Thrones actor will star in the upcoming streaming series.[/teaser] According to a report by Variety, Pedro Pascal has been cast as the lead in Disney's upcoming Star Wars streaming show, The Mandalorian. The series comes from executive producer Jon Favreau and is expected to debut on the Disney+ streaming platform in 2019. Though full details on Pascal's character have not been revealed yet, here's a synopsis for the series per Jon Favreau and Disney: After the stories of Jango and Boba Fett, another warrior emerges in the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian is set after the fall of the Empire and before the emergence of the First Order. We follow the travails of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy far from the authority of the New Republic.... Actor Pedro Pascal is best known for his previous roles in HBO's Game of Thrones and Netflix's Narcos. In addition to executive producing, Jon Favreau will also serve as the show's writer. Meanwhile, Dave Filoni Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels) is on board to direct the first episode of the series. Likewise, Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok), Rick Famuyiwa (Dope), Deborah Chow (Jessica Jones), and Bryce Dallas Howard are attached to direct episodes as well. The Mandalorian is one of two live-action Star Wars shows set to arrive on Disney+, joining the recently announced Rogue One prequel series starring Diego Luna. And in addition to the Star Wars franchise, the streaming service will also include a show starring Tom Hiddleston as Loki from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Likewise, other MCU series starring characters like Falcon, Winter Solider, and Scarlet Witch are also reportedly in the works. Pricing and availability for Disney+ have not been revealed yet, but the platform is set to launch in late 2019. Source: VarietyPosted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
Samsung Now Offering Black Friday Deals on QLED 4K TV Lineup[teaser]Holiday pricing is now live for Samsung displays.[/teaser] Samsung has launched Black Friday discounts for several of its QLED 4K TVs. As part of the promotion, select models are now up to $1,500 off their MSRP. The 2018 QLED displays all feature quantum dot technology for enhanced color and contrast, Smart TV functions with Bixby Voice control, and playback support for standard HDR10 and the new dynamic HDR10+ format. Here's a full rundown of currently available Samsung QLED deals with links to Amazon and Best Buy: Q9F 65-inch QN65Q9F via Amazon - $2,998 65-inch QN65Q9F via Best Buy - $2,999 75-inch QN75Q9F via Amazon - $4,998 75-inch QN75Q9F via Best Buy - $4,999 Q8F 65-inch QN65Q8F via Amazon - $2,298 65-inch QN65Q8F via Best Buy - $2,299 75-inch QN75Q8F via Amazon - $3,498 75-inch QN75Q8F via Best Buy - $3,499 Q7F 65-inch QN65Q7F via Amazon - $1,998 65-inch QN65Q7F via Best Buy - $1,999 75-inch QN75Q7F via Amazon - $2,798 75-inch QN75Q7F via Best Buy - $2,799 Q6F 65-inch QN65Q6F via Amazon - $1,298 65-inch QN65Q6F via Best Buy - $1,299 75-inch QN75Q6F via Amazon - $1,998 75-inch QN75Q6F via Best Buy - $1,999 82-inch QN82Q6F via Amazon - $2,998 82-inch QN82Q6F via Best Buy - $2,999 These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to check back with High-Def Digest for all the latest Black Friday deals and promotions!Posted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 11:25 AM PST by: -
LG Launches Black Friday Deals on OLED, SUPER UHD, and UHD TVs[teaser]Select LG models are now on sale![/teaser] LG has announced the launch of Black Friday pricing for its 4K TV lineup. Discounted models include the company's C8 Series OLED TVs, SK9000 Series SUPER UHD TVs, and UK6570PUB Series UHD TVs. The deals are set to be active now through December 1. Here's a full rundown of the current deals: LG OLED65C8PUA 65" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Amazon - Currently $2,699 (regularly $3,499) LG OLED65C8PUA 65" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Best Buy - Currently $2,699 (regularly $3,499) LG OLED55C8PUA 55" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Amazon - Currently $1,699 (regularly $2,499) LG OLED55C8PUA 55" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,699 (regularly $2,499) LG 65SK9000PUA 65" Super UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $1,299.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 65SK9000PUA 65" Super UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,299.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 55SK9000PUA 55" Super UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 55SK9000PUA 55" Super UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 86UK6570 86" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $2,499.99 (regularly $4,499.99) LG 86UK6570 86" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $2,499.99 (regularly $4,499.99) LG 75UK6570 75" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $1,399.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 75UK6570 75" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,399.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 70UK6570 70" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 70UK6570 70" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to check back with High-Def Digest for all the latest Black Friday deals and promotions! Source: LGPosted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 07:25 AM PST by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: MOWGLI, THE BALLAD OF BUSTER SCRUGGS, and More[teaser]A new take on The Jungle Book and the latest film from the Coen brothers headline this week's crop of streaming trailers.[/teaser] Netflix has released new trailers and info for several of its upcoming series and movies. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on the streaming service: The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (Netflix, November 16) - A six-part Western anthology film, a series of tales about the American frontier told through the unique and incomparable voice of Joel and Ethan Coen. Each chapter tells a distinct story about the American West. Starring Tim Blake Nelson, Liam Neeson, James Franco, and Zoe Kazan. Narcos: Mexico (Netflix, November 16) - Will explore 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. Narcos: Mexico is produced by Gaumont Television for Netflix. Eric Newman is Executive Producer and showrunner. José Padilha, Doug Miro and Carlo Bernard are Executive Producers. The Princess Switch (Netflix, November 16) - One week before Christmas, Margaret, the gorgeous Duchess of Montenaro, switches places with Stacy, a “commoner” from Chicago, who looks exactly like her. With the assistance of a magical Santa's helper, Margaret falls in love with Stacy’s handsome co-worker, while Stacy falls in love with Margaret's fiance, the dashing Prince. This holiday season join in the mischief as Vanessa Hudgens stars in The Princess Switch. Cam (Netflix, November 16) - A psychological thriller that follows Alice, an ambitious camgirl, who wakes up one day to discover she’s been replaced on her show with an exact replica of herself. As this copy begins to push the boundaries of Alice's internet identity, the control that Alice has over her life, and the men in it, vanishes. While she struggles to regain what she's lost, she slowly finds herself drawn back to her show and to the mysterious person who has taken her place. Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia | Stand-up Special (Netflix, November 20) - You'll love what Trevor has to say about race, politics, and the immigrant experience. But you'll really love it in DIMPLE VISION! Trevor Noah gets out from behind the "Daily Show" desk and takes the stage for a stand-up special. 1983 (Netflix, November 30) - The deeply frozen Cold War is heating up. Twenty years after a devastating terrorist attack in 1983 that halted the course of Poland’s liberation and the subsequent downfall of the Soviet Union, an idealistic law student and a disgraced police investigator stumble upon a conspiracy that has kept the Iron Curtain standing and Poland living under a repressive police state. Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle (Netflix, December 7) - Acclaimed actor and director Andy Serkis reinvents Rudyard Kipling’s beloved masterpiece, in which a boy torn between two worlds accepts his destiny and becomes a legend. Mowgli has never truly belonged in either the wilds of the jungle or the civilized world of man. Now he must navigate the inherent dangers of each on a journey to discover where he truly belongs. Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto, Matthew Rhys and Naomie Harris lead an all-star cast along with newcomer Rohan Chand in this visually spectacular and emotionally moving adventure. Dogs of Berlin (Netflix, December 7) - Tells the story of two contrasting Berlin police detectives who become a team against their will – and are forced into a territorial battle with the Berlin underworld that confronts them with their own human weaknesses and criminal activities – and into a final decision on which side of the law they’re actually on. Selection Day (Netflix, December 28) - Fourteen-year-old Manju is destined for cricket greatness. There’s only one problem, he hates cricket. Controlled from a young age by his overbearing and cricket-obsessed father, Manju’s main role in life is to support his older brother and fellow cricket star, Radha. When the family moves to Mumbai and the brothers start at a new school, Manju discovers his interests outside of cricket and starts slipping away from Radha and his father’s grasp. More importantly, Manju becomes friends with Radha’s greatest cricket rival, a boy who is the very definition of freedom and confidence - concepts Manju has never experienced himself. Kingdom (Netflix, January 25) - The deceased king rises and a mysterious plague begins to spread. The prince must face a new breed of enemies to unveil the evil and save his people. Our Planet (Netflix, April 5) - Filmed over four years, Our Planet is an eight-part series that combines the spectacular photography of Planet Earth with an unprecedented look at the planet's remaining wilderness areas and their animal inhabitants. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Set to debut in 2019. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. Sources: Netflix (YouTube)Posted Fri Nov 9, 2018 at 03:45 PM PST by: -
ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY Prequel Series Announced for Disney+ Streaming Service[teaser]Another Star Wars series is in the works for the upcoming streaming platform.[/teaser] Disney has announced that it's developing a second Star Wars live-action series for its upcoming streaming service, now officially dubbed Disney+. The series will take place before Rogue One: A Story Wars Story and will feature the return of actor Diego Luna as Cassian Andor. "Going back to the Star Wars universe is very special for me," said Luna. "I have so many memories of the great work we did together and the relationships I made throughout the journey. We have a fantastic adventure ahead of us, and this new exciting format will give us the chance to explore this character more deeply." Though full plot details have not been revealed yet, "the rousing spy thriller will explore tales filled with espionage and daring missions to restore hope to a galaxy in the grip of a ruthless Empire." Luna will star in the series, reprising the role of rebel spy Cassian Andor from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. With that said, the series will take place before the events of that film and will focus on the formative years of the Rebellion. An exact release date has not been announced, but production is slated to begin next year. The Rogue One prequel series is the second live-action Star Wars show set to arrive on Disney+, joining Jon Favreau's The Mandalorian. And in addition to the Star Wars franchise, the streaming service will also reportedly include shows based on Marvel Cinematic Universe characters, including potential series starring Falcon, Winter Solider, Scarlet Witch, and Loki. Likewise, a Monsters Inc show and a High School Musical series are also in the works. Meanwhile, movies expected to premiere on the platform include Don Quixote, Stargirl, Togo, Lady and the Tramp, The Paper Magician, 3 Men and a Baby, Sword and the Stone, Timmy Failure, Magic Camp, and Noelle. Pricing and availability for Disney+ have not been revealed yet, but the platform is set to launch in the fall of 2019. Source: StarWars.comPosted Thu Nov 8, 2018 at 02:38 PM PST by:
