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Amazon Adds Multi-Room Audio Support for Echo Devices[teaser]Multi-room support is now available on Echo products.[/teaser] Amazon has announced the addition of a new multi-room Alexa feature. The update enables users to control and synchronize music over multiple Echo products throughout a customer's home. "In just the last few months, we've added dozens of new features to Alexa that enhance your entertainment experience—control of Amazon Fire TV and your home entertainment systems via Echo; music lyrics, Amazon Video, and movie trailers on Echo Show; and activity-based music searches—and we're just getting started," said Toni Reid, Vice President, Amazon Alexa. "Today, we're making Alexa even smarter with an all-new feature that lets you play music synchronized on multiple Echo devices to provide room-filling music throughout your home." With Alexa multi-room support, Echo owners can now use the Alexa App to create groups with two or more Echo devices allowing synchronized music streaming. After a group is named, users can then simply ask Alexa to play music in that area or cluster. Currently supported services include Amazon Music, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, and Pandora. Likewise, support for Spotify and SiriusXM will be added soon. The new multi-room feature is now available on Echo, Echo Dot, and Echo Show devices in the US, UK, and Germany. And beyond support for Echo products, Amazon has also announced new tools for manufacturers to implement Alexa multi-room support and voice control capabilities into their own speakers. Brands set to use the tech include Sonos, Bose, Sound United, and Samsung. "We're thrilled to integrate Alexa multi-room audio with Samsung speakers," said Jun Young Kim, Vice President of AV Business Team, Samsung. "With Alexa multi-room audio and Samsung, customers will simply be able to ask Alexa to play their favorite music in any room of the house – using only their voice. Listening to great music on Samsung speakers has never been easier." Source: AmazonPosted Thu Aug 31, 2017 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Samsung Announces 43-inch Frame Ultra HD TV[teaser]The lifestyle TV will be available in a smaller size.[/teaser] At IFA 2017 in Berlin, Samsung announced plans to release a 43-inch version of its Frame lifestyle Ultra HD TV. The display previously launched in 55-inch and 65-inch sizes. "Samsung's innovation is inspired by consumers and designed to make an immediate difference," said David Lowes, Chief Marketing Officer for Samsung Electronics Europe. "This innovation is based on craftsmanship, clever connectivity and championing the impossible. As technology increasingly plays a role in every part of our lives, we’re creating products and services that adapt to consumers and set the tone for what becomes their 'new normal'." 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 the unit is placed in "Art Mode," the screen displays custom-designed digital art pieces instead of fading to black like a traditional television. Customers can choose from 100 art pieces in 10 different categories through the "Samsung Collection" -- including landscape, architecture, wildlife, action, drawing, and more. Likewise, users can also purchase additional pieces from Samsung’s "Art Store" or save and upload their favorite personal art work or photographs using “My Collection.” In addition, Samsung has revealed a new partnership with the Prado museum along with plans to add around 1,000 art pieces to the Frame's Art Store. Finally, The Frame uses Samsung's new Invisible Connection and No Gap Wall-mount, allowing versatile mounting options without unsightly cables or wires, along with customizable accessories like interchangeable bezels and an optional Studio Stand. Pricing for the new 43-inch Frame TV has not been announced yet, but the 55-inch ($1,999) and 65-inch ($2,799) models are available now. Source: SamsungPosted Thu Aug 31, 2017 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Dirac Research Reveals New Mobile Dirac Live Audio Room Correction Tool[teaser]The company's audio room correction process will be available as an app.[/teaser] Dirac Research has announced its new Mobile Dirac Live app. The platform will serve as an end-user version of its integrator-based Dirac Live room correction technology. "Mobile Dirac Live is our response to the growing demand from our partners who manufacture both high-end, integrator-installed AVR products and more entry-level products purchased and installed directly by end-users," said Niklas Thorin, Dirac's General Manager of High Performance Audio. "Mobile Dirac Live now provides our manufacturer partners with the ability to offer all of their customers, regardless of their system’s sophistication or complexity, a way to optimize their home theater set-up by correcting for acoustical abnormalities and colorations." Dirac Live is a patented room correction technology that uses multiple measurement and mixed phase correction to fix the frequency response and impulse response of a room's speaker setup, resulting in a more natural and realistic sound. The tech is typically implemented as an installer version designed for high-end custom home theater systems, but the new mobile app version will allow customers with entry-level AV products to use the room correction tech. "Dirac Live room correction technology can now be enjoyed by a significantly broader segment of the home theater market," continued Thorin. "With Mobile Dirac Live, manufacturers of lite home theater AVR products can offer their customers a sleek, easy-to-use mobile app that allows them to optimize audio performance and ensure that they’re getting the most out of their system." Mobile Dirac Live is set to launch for Android and iOS devices in the fall and will he demoed at the upcoming CEDIA tech show in San Diego. The platform will be compatible with several AVR units that are equipped with the embedded Dirac Live audio filters and algorithms. Source: Dirac ResearchPosted Thu Aug 31, 2017 at 09:15 AM PDT by: -
LG Offers Labor Day Sale on 4K OLED Ultra HD TVs[teaser]The company's highly rated OLED display are currently on sale.[/teaser] LG has launched a special Labor Day promotion for its home entertainment products. As part of the deal, select 2017 and 2016 LG OLED 4K TVs are being discounted from now through September 2. LG's 2017 OLED lineup offers perfect blacks, infinite contrast, expanded color gamuts, and wide viewing angles. Likewise, the sets include Active HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) support. An HDR Effect feature is included as well, allowing the TVs to simulate HDR with SDR content. In addition, the discounted B7 and C7 series feature blade-slim designs, while the E7 series features a Picture-on-Glass design. Some highlights of the sale are detailed below. Note: All prices reflect current discounts without tax or shipping. LG OLED TV Picture-on-Glass E7 Series65-inch class (64.5-inches diagonal) model 65E7, $3,996 55-inch class (54.6-inches diagonal) model 55E7, $2,996 LG OLED TV C7 Series65-inch class (64.5-inches diagonal) model 65C7, $3,197 55-inch class (54.6-inches diagonal) model 55C7, $2,197 LG OLED TV B7 Series65-inch class (64.5-inches diagonal) model 65B7, $2,997 55-inch class (54.6-inches diagonal) model 55B7, $1,997 LG OLED TV B6 Series (2016 Model)65-inch class (64.5-inches diagonal) model 65B7, $2,899 55-inch class (54.6-inches diagonal) model 55B7, $1,825 And in addition to the company's OLED models, several other Ultra HD TVs, sound bars, projectors, and monitors are on sale as well. Check out the full list of promotional prices here. These deals are only set to be active through September 2 while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more sales and special promotions! Source: LGPosted Tue Aug 29, 2017 at 10:40 AM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: 'Black Mirror,' 'BoJack Horseman,' and More[teaser]A teaser for Black Mirror and a fifth season renewal for Amazon's Transparent are among the latest streaming updates.[/teaser] Netflix and Amazon have released new trailers and other info for several of their upcoming shows and movies, including Little Evil, Marc Maron: Too Real, BoJack Horseman, Strong Island, Jerry Before Seinfeld, Def Comedy Jam 25, Wormwood, Black Mirror, Friends From College, Transparent, and Fleabag. Check out a full rundown of the latest streaming news and trailers below: Little Evil (Netflix, September 1) - Meet Gary. He just married Samantha, the woman of his dreams. There's one problem, his stepson is the antichrist. Adam Scott and Evangeline Lilly star in the Netflix horror comedy from the director of Tucker and Dale vs. Evil. Marc Maron: Too Real (Netflix, September 5) - Comedian, podcaster, and GLOW star Marc Maron unleashes a storm of ideas on meditation, mortality, documentary films, and our weird modern world in his latest Netflix Original stand-up comedy special, Marc Maron: Too Real. Pairing his candid conversational style with personal honesty, modern-day philosopher Maron discusses everything from art and aging to his relationship with his parents and the longevity of the Rolling Stones, in front of a packed house at Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis. BoJack Horseman: Season Four (Netflix, September 8) - Will Arnett voices BoJack, the failed legendary 90's sitcom star from the favorite family sitcom Horsin’ Around, who has been trying to find his way through a muddle of self-loathing, whisky and failed relationships. Now, in the presence of his human sidekick Todd (Aaron Paul) and his feline agent and ex-paramour Princess Carolyn (Amy Sedaris), BoJack is primed for his comeback... Strong Island (Netflix, September 15) - In April 1992, on Long Island NY, William Jr., the Ford’s eldest child, a black 24 year-old teacher, was killed by Mark Reilly, a white 19 year-old mechanic. Although Ford was unarmed, he became the prime suspect in his own murder. Director Yance Ford chronicles the arc of his family across history, geography and tragedy - from the racial segregation of the Jim Crow South to the promise of New York City; from the presumed safety of middle class suburbs, to the maelstrom of an unexpected, violent death. It is the story of the Ford family: Barbara Dunmore, William Ford and their three children and how their lives were shaped by the enduring shadow of racism in America. Jerry Before Seinfeld (Netflix, September 19) - Jerry Seinfeld returns to The Comic Strip for an intimate stand-up set at the club that helped launch his career. Interspersed with never-before-seen material -- including a library of legal pads with every joke he's written since 1975, childhood videos, and more -- Jerry performs the jokes that put him on the comedy map in an hour-long stand-up special, only on Netflix. Def Comedy Jam 25 (Netflix, Coming this Fall) - Netflix presents a celebration to top all celebrations in honor of the 25th anniversary of "Def Comedy Jam," the iconic show that made giants out of ferociously funny black comedians like Martin Lawrence, Cedric The Entertainer, Dave Chappelle, Monique, Mike Epps, Adele Givens, JB Smoove, D.L. Hughley, Tracy Morgan and Sheryl Underwood to name a few. Def Comedy Jam25 celebrates the impact and legacy of the long-running comedy series with surprise guests, tributes and performances in a can't-miss evening of unbelievably funny and raw moments. Stan Lathan, Russell Simmons, Sandy Wernick, and Jesse Collins serve as executive producers. Wormwood (Netflix, December 15) - Directed by boundary-breaking filmmaker Errol Morris, Wormwood is a six-part series exploring the limits of knowledge about the past and the lengths we’ll go in our search for the truth. A twisting, evolving story of one man’s sixty-year quest to identify the circumstances of his father’s mysterious death. Combining a virtuosic performance by Peter Sarsgaard with Morris’ legendary interview style, Wormwood examines this case from every possible angle, bringing the viewer face-to-face with some of the United States’ darkest secrets. Black Mirror: Season Four (Netflix, Coming Soon) - An anthology series that taps into our collective unease with the modern world, with each stand-alone episode a sharp, suspenseful tale exploring themes of contemporary techno-paranoia. Without questioning it, technology has transformed all aspects of our lives; in every home; on every desk; in every palm - a plasma screen; a monitor; a Smartphone – a Black Mirror reflecting our 21st Century existence back at us. The series is created and written by Charlie Brooker, and executive produced by Brooker and Annabel Jones. In addition, Netflix has also ordered an eight episode second season of Friends From College. The show centers on a group of friends who went to Harvard together and are now facing down their forties and experiencing a range of success, or lack thereof, both professionally and domestically. With interwoven and oftentimes complicated relationships with one another, the series is a comedic exploration of old friendships, former romantic entanglements and balancing adult life with nostalgia for the past. Meanwhile, Amazon has picked up a fifth season of Transparent. New episodes will go into production next year for a 2018 debut. The show's upcoming fourth season is set to premiere on September 22. "Over the past few seasons the Pfeffermans have gone across the world, back in time and made many, many trips to the deli," said Joe Lewis, Head of Comedy, Drama and VR, Amazon Studios. "We're so excited to see what magic Jill and the incredible team bring to this always groundbreaking series in season five." Likewise, Amazon has also announced a second season renewal for Fleabag. New episodes are set to hit Prime Video in 2019. The show's first season originally premiered in September 2016. "The first season of Fleabag introduced audiences to the brilliant and rebellious voice of Phoebe Waller-Bridge," said Joe Lewis, Head of Comedy, Drama and VR, Amazon Studios. "She's one of the best and most dynamic showrunners in TV today and we're so excited to bring a new season of the smart and hilarious Fleabag to customers soon." - A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. - A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Netflix, AmazonPosted Mon Aug 28, 2017 at 03:40 PM PDT by: -
Samsung, Panasonic, and 20th Century Fox Team Up to Support HDR10+[teaser]The companies are joining forces to help establish the upcoming HDR10+ format.[/teaser] Samsung, Panasonic, and 20th Century Fox have announced a partnership to bring HDR10+ devices and content to the market. Serving as an updated version of the HDR10 open standard for high dynamic range content, HDR10+ uses dynamic metadata to create improved contrast and colors. "As leaders in home entertainment content and hardware, the three companies are ideal partners for bringing HDR10+ into the homes of consumers everywhere," said Jongsuk Chu, Senior Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "We are committed to making the latest technology available in our TVs and are confident that HDR10+ will deliver premium quality content and enhance the way you experience television programs and movies in the home." Currently, the standard HDR10 format uses static metadata that does not change during playback, offering a fixed picture enhancement across an entire piece of content. This can lead to inconsistent HDR quality in certain scenes, especially if a movie has an overall bright color palette mixed in with a few dimly lit sequences. But with HDR10+, the format is now introducing dynamic metadata which will allow a compatible display to adjust brightness levels on a scene-by-scene or even frame-by-frame basis, producing images that are closer to the director's intent. Likewise, this upgrade makes the new HDR10+ standard more in line with the competing Dolby Vision HDR process, which already incorporates dynamic metadata along with higher specs for max color and brightness performance compared to HDR10. "HDR10+ is a technological step forward that optimizes picture quality for next generation displays," said Danny Kaye, Executive Vice President at 20th Century Fox and Managing Director of the Fox Innovation Lab. "HDR10+ provides dynamic metadata, which precisely describes every scene to deliver unprecedented picture quality. Working in partnership with Panasonic and Samsung through the Fox Innovation Lab, we are able to bring new platforms like HDR10+ to the market that more accurately realize the vision of our filmmakers beyond the theater." As part of the agreement, Samsung, Panasonic, and Fox will develop a licensing entity that will start licensing the HDR10+ platform to content companies, Ultra HD TVs, Blu-ray disc players/recorders, set-top box manufacturers, and SoC vendors in January 2018. And unlike Dolby Vision, HDR10+ will be an open, royalty free tech with only a nominal administrative fee required for use. While there is no HDR10+ content currently available, Samsung has already announced HDR10+ support for its 2017 Ultra HD TV lineup. Likewise, the manufacturer has also stated plans to offer an HDR10+ firmware update for its 2016 display models. Meanwhile, Amazon is set to launch support for HDR10+ content through Prime Video at a later date. More details and demos for HDR10+ will be revealed at CES 2018. Source: Business WirePosted Mon Aug 28, 2017 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
LG Set to Debut New Monitors and Projectors at IFA 2017[teaser]New projectors and monitors will be unveiled at the show.[/teaser] LG has announced plans to introduce several products at the upcoming IFA 2017 tech show in Berlin. The company's lineup will include the ProBeam UST laser projector (model HF85JA), the LG MiniBeam projector (model PH30JG), the 32GK850G gaming monitor, and the 27GK750F gaming monitor. The HF85JA ProBeam UST is a full HD 1080p ultra short throw laser projector capable of displaying a 100-inch image with just 4.7-inches between the device and the wall. In addition, the unit offers up to 1,500 ANSI lumen of brightness and a contrast ratio of 150,000:1. Meanwhile, the PH30JG MiniBeam projector is a compact and portable HD model with an integrated 9000mAh battery capable of up to 4 hours of use. "As a global leader in the LED projector category, LG continually pioneers new ways to deliver a superb home cinema experience," said Tim Alessi, Senior Director, Product Marketing for home entertainment at LG Electronics USA. "Our expanded lineup of LED projectors offer a host of new and innovative features that enable consumers the freedom and convenience to enjoy the entertainment they love from virtually anywhere." Moving on to the company's new monitor lineup, the 32GK850G is a 32-inch model with a QHD (2,560 x 1,440) screen, a maximum brightness of 350 nits, and NVIDIA G-Sync graphic processing technology. Meanwhile, the 27GK750F is a 27-inch model with a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms Motion Blur Reduction, and AMD FreeSync technology. "Our efforts to deliver the best platform for gamers have resulted in these amazing new monitors which we’ll showcasing at IFA," said Jang Ik-hwan, vice president of the IT Division at LG Electronics. "We are confident players will notice a difference in their gameplay and look forward to seeing their reactions once they’ve had a chance to test drive these fantastic new products." Pricing and availability for LG's new projectors and monitors have not been announced yet. The products will all be on display at IFA 2017 in Berlin from September 1-6. Sources: LG 1, LG 2Posted Fri Aug 25, 2017 at 12:40 PM PDT by: -
This Week in Gear: Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Onkyo Audio Systems, Yamaha Receiver, and More[teaser]We've compiled the latest gear news, including Samsung's upcoming premium mobile device, audio components from Onkyo and Yamaha, and more.[/teaser] From product announcements and streaming app updates to general industry news and recent gear trends, keeping up with the latest tech news can be a daunting task. With that in mind, we're here to offer you a roundup of some of the latest gear and consumer electronics news that you may have missed. For this edition, we're covering Samsung's new Galaxy Note 8, the Yamaha R-N303 Network Hi-Fi Stereo Receiver, Onkyo's compact audio systems, and the expansion of Hulu Live TV to the Xbox 360. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of some of the latest gear and tech news: Samsung Reveals Galaxy Note 8 & New Gear VR Samsung has detailed its newest mobile device, the Galaxy Note 8. The flagship smartphone serves as a successor to the defunct Galaxy Note 7 -- which was previously recalled and eventually canceled due to battery issues that caused some units to catch fire. The Galaxy Note 8 features a 6.3-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display along with an enhanced S Pen that offers improved pressure sensitivity compared to previous versions. Under the hood, the device is powered by an Octa core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.7GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm processor or an Octa core (2.35GHz Quad + 1.9GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10 nm processor depending on the market and carrier. A duel 12MP wide-angle/12MP telephoto camera and an 8MP front camera are integrated as well. Likewise, the smartphone provides water and dust resistance, fast wireless charging, and iris and fingerprint scanning for added security. Finally, the Galaxy Note 8's 3,300 mAh battery has undergone Samsung’s 8-Point Battery Safety Check process to prevent any of the Note 7's notorious problems. "We appreciate the relentless passion of the Note community. They've been a constant inspiration to us, and we designed the new Note for them," said DJ Koh, president of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. "From the Infinity Display to the enhanced S Pen, to the powerful Dual Camera, Note8 lets people do things they never thought were possible." Meanwhile, Samsung has also revealed a new version of its Gear VR headset ($130) with an updated controller and a larger size to fit the Note 8's 6.3-inch screen. The Galaxy Note 8 is now available for pre-order in the US from several carriers and retailers with an expected launch date of September 15. The Unlocked Galaxy Note 8 features an MSRP of $929. Sources: Samsung, Engadget Yamaha Details R-N303 Network Hi-Fi Stereo Receiver Yamaha has announced the latest addition to its home audio lineup. The R-N303 network Hi-Fi stereo receiver is now available for an MSRP of $350. "The R-N303 delivers exceptionally high performance, versatility and value, reflecting the Yamaha commitment to music and to Hi-Fi enthusiasts," said Robert Goedken, general manager, AV division, Yamaha Corporation of America. "It is a practical choice for enthusiasts who want to enjoy an array of music sources from vinyl to high-resolution audio files stored on networked devices. The R-N303 also inherits the simple and sophisticated design unique to Yamaha with an elegant hairline finished front panel and the aesthetic that harmonizes beautifully with other Hi-Fi audio equipment." The stereo receiver features a Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit DAC (digital-to-analog converter) and an amplifier with maximum output of 140 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Likewise, the device offers robust connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay, DLNA, and ethernet, along with support for streaming apps like Spotify, Pandora, Deezer, Napster, SiriusXM Internet Radio, and TIDAL. In addition, high-resolution audio playback is also provided, including support for 192kHz/24-bit FLAC, WAV and AIFF and 2.8/5.6MHz DSD. A phono input, optical input, and coaxial input are all integrated as well, allowing users to connect a wide range of devices, including CD players and turntables. Finally, the receiver also uses Yamaha's MusicCast wireless multiroom technology. Source: Yamaha Onkyo Announces Two New Compact Audio Systems Onkyo has unveiled two additions to its compact audio lineup. The new collection includes the CS-N575 Network Hi-Fi CD System (MSRP $499) and CS-375 CD Receiver System (MSRP $349). Both models feature 20 W + 20 W (6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 10%, 2-channels driven) switching amplification with Onkyo's new Optimum Audio Control DSP tuning and a front-loading CD player for audio and MP3-encoded discs. Likewise, the systems each include acoustic-suspension speakers with a 5-inch pressed pulp-fiber woofer and 1-inch soft-dome tweeter in a thick MDF baffle. Bluetooth technology, an FM tuner, a 96 kHz/24-bit-capable optical digital audio input, and RCA line-level input are integrated on both as well. Meanwhile, the step-up CS-N575 model adds a pre-out for subwoofer connection; Hi-Res Audio playback for 192 kHz/24-bit in FLAC, WAV, ALAC, and DSD in up to 5.6 MHz resolution; and Wi-Fi connectivity for Chromecast built-in, DTS Play-Fi, and FireConnect powered by Blackfire. Source: Onkyo Hulu Brings Live TV Support to Xbox 360 Hulu has announced the expansion of its new Hulu interface and Hulu Live TV Beta to the Xbox 360 game console. The live service previously launched on the Apple TV, Xbox One, iOS and Android mobile devices, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, and Fire TV Stick The Hulu with Live TV beta costs $40 per month and combines a live/on-demand TV service with Hulu's standard streaming collection. The platform includes access to content from ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC, with local live broadcast affiliate programming immediately available in many markets; live sporting events from top pro and college leagues on channels like CBS Sports, ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC Sports and TNT; regional sports networks in many markets; news channels like CNN, CNBC, Fox News, Fox Business and MSNBC; lifestyle programming from Bravo, E!, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel; additional networks like A&E, Cartoon Network/Adult Swim, Disney Channel, Freeform, FX, HISTORY, Lifetime, National Geographic, TBS, USA Network, Viceland, and more. Likewise, Live TV subscribers also get to enjoy Hulu's existing $8 premium streaming plan with limited commercials and more than 3500 TV and film titles. In addition, users can subscribe to add-on packages for HBO, Cinemax, and Showtime. And beyond the Live TV Beta, Xbox 360 users also now have access to the standard Hulu platform's updated interface and personalization features with support for up to six profiles. Source: HuluPosted Thu Aug 24, 2017 at 05:40 PM PDT by: -
Epson Announces New Home Cinema Projectors with Prices Starting at Just $359[teaser]Several new affordable projector models have been detailed.[/teaser] Epson has revealed five additions to its Home Cinema projector lineup. The new models include the Home Cinema 660 ($359), Home Cinema 760HD ($549), Home Cinema 1060 ($649), Home Cinema 2100 ($849), and Home Cinema 2150 ($899). The Home Cinema 660, 760HD and 1060 are geared toward users on a budget or small spaces. All three models use 3LCD tech and offer support for images up to 300-inches. Likewise, the lineup features up to 3,300 lumens of color and white brightness, up to a 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, compact and portable designs for flexible installation, integrated sound, HDMI connectivity, and Easy-Slide Horizontal Image Correction. Meanwhile, the Home Cinema 2100 and 2150 offer Full HD performance best suited for living rooms and outdoor parties. Both models offer support for 2,500 lumens of color brightness and white brightness, built-in sound, 1.6x zoom, 3LCD technology, and vertical lens shift. The 2100 features a contrast ratio of 30,000:1 and the 2150 offers a contrast ratio of 60,000:1. In addition, the 2150 also adds wireless capabilities with screen mirroring support via Miracast to wirelessly stream photos, videos, and apps from an Android mobile device or a Windows PC. "Epson Home Cinema projectors will make your home the place to be for friends and family –delivering immersive entertainment to any room or outdoor space for the ultimate social entertainment experience," said Rodrigo Catalan, senior product manager, Projectors, Epson America. "A TV simply can’t beat a home theater projector at putting up a jaw-dropping, big-screen image, and Epson’s new lineup delivers premium picture quality and outstanding value." The new Epson Home Cinema projector lineup is now available for purchase from Amazon and other retailers. Sources: Epson 1, Epson 2Posted Thu Aug 24, 2017 at 06:30 AM PDT by: -
VIZIO Brings SmartCast TV Support to E-Series 4K Ultra HD Displays[teaser]The new update lets users access apps directly on their E-Series UHD displays.[/teaser] Following previous updates for the 2017 P-Series and M-series, VIZIO has announced the launch of SmartCast TV support for the 2017 E-Series Ultra HD display lineup. The upgraded user experience offers two ways for customers to control streaming content, adding support for on-screen app navigation with the new VIZIO SmartCast remote. Previously, users could only access apps by casting them from a separate mobile device or tablet remote. "VIZIO SmartCast TV gives users more than one way to access their favorite TV shows, music and movies," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "With apps on the big screen, SmartCast TV is perfect for fans of traditional TV who like to use a dedicated remote control along with digital natives and second screen users who prefer searching and controlling their viewing experience on their mobile devices. Consumers deserve multiple ways to stream the entertainment they love, and SmartCast TV allows for just that." With the SmartCast TV update, users can now access settings and a new home screen with content recommendations and popular apps like Amazon Video, Crackle, Hulu, iHeartRadio, Netflix, Pluto TV, Vudu, and XUMO directly on their displays. In addition, the "Discover" section aggregates trending and popular content from multiple sources all in one place, letting customers browse titles without having to switch between multiple apps. Likewise, users can also continue to use their mobile devices to access and control content and settings as well. The SmartCast TV upgrade is now rolling out to 2017 VIZIO E-Series Ultra HD Displays through an internet update. To access the SmartCast TV experience some users with previously purchased eligible displays might need the new VIZIO SmartCast remote. For a limited time and while supplies last, owners of eligible models can receive the new VIZIO SmartCast remote either free or for a nominal fee by visiting vizio.com/remote (some conditions apply). Source: VIZIOPosted Thu Aug 24, 2017 at 05:30 AM PDT by:
