Sling Media slashes $100 of the new Slingbox Solo

Sling Media has just updated its popular high-definition receiver, now dubbed the "Solo." The new Slingbox Solo has an MSRP of $179.99 and has the capability of connecting to either a standard or high-definition set-top box.



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No lines for popcorn, tickets, or candy. Unless your neighbors show up.

54% of recent home buyers indicated that technology-upgrade options were important in their home-buying decision, according to CEA research*. Whether their house doubles as a movie theater or concert hall, make sure you know the details on your customers, their habits and what they'll be looking for from the future of technology. Learn more about valuable consumer research available to you at CE.org**.

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*Source: 2nd Annual New Home Buyers and Technology Purchases, CEA 2007
**Source: CEA SmartBrief

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Microsoft's "Halo 3" breaks records with $170 million in 1st day sells

Microsoft just released the popular gaming title "Halo 3" with great success. According to GameDaily Biz., Microsoft's new game earned $170 million in U.S. retail sales just in the first 24 hours of release. Previously, "Halo 2" brought in $125 million in its first day sells.

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Sharp's New Blu-ray holds 1-terabyte of HD programs

Sharp's new Blu-ray recorder will have a 1-terabyte hard drive, said to be the largest in the world thus far. The players capacity is enough to house 127 hours of your favorite high-definition programming. The release date is December first in Japan and is expected to be $300,000 YEN ($2,615 USD).

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New T-Mobile SideKick has 2X the resolution

T-Mobile will release the new Sidekick in October. Expect to see a higher-resolution, slimmer, and better looking Sidekick. According to the Associated Press, the Sidekick LX, built by Motorola, will boast a 3-inch screen and be priced at $300 with a two-year contract.


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RTI announces new and exciting multiroom controllers!

Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) is a technology-driven company that specializes in developing and marketing innovative home theater control products. They are a private company that was founded in 1992. RTI's latest multiroom A/V control processor will launched sometime in early 2008.


This will include the new MRP-64 which boasts six keypad ports, four IR output ports, three voltage trigger and voltage sense inputs, an Ethernet port, plu RS-232 and Zigbee support. Wow! Contact your local RTI dealer today. PS If you live in Colorado we recommend using Quality Audio Video. You can find their contact information through the Better Business Bureau at DenverBBB.org.


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MySpace goes mobile

Today marks the official launch of the mobile version of MySpace. It will be an ad-supported version of the highly popular social-networking site. Previously, mobile MySpace versions have been available through premium services offered through providers such as AT&T and Helio. Other corporate ventures are underway by planning mobile versions to of their services, such as Photobucket.com, FoxSports.com, and IGN.

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Microsoft 'Halo 3' wins high marks from reviewers

Early review results are in from Sunday on the highly anticipated game, Halo 3, for the Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming counsel. The gaming retail chain GameStop said that advanced orders for the game set an all-time record. Microsoft said they expect initial demands to surpass that of the 2004 version, Halo2, which racked in $125 million in sales just during the first 24 hours alone.



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New Study: Opting for one high-def format could mean big losses for some

A new study by the Screen Digest reports revealed that their is room for both high-definition formats - Blu-ray and HD DVD. There is most definitely a profitable future in store for both formats in the consumer market segment. The Screen Digest also reported that movie studios opting to use only one format could lose out on a $270 million dollar market, just in 2008 alone!

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Is Dell coming to Circuit City?

It's a definite possibility. Dell is constantly looking to increase their retail sells and and feeding the hungry sales channel of Circuit City would most definitely be a welcomed one. This could be a blessing for Circuit City as they have just released another quarterly report showing losses.

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"The Office" Season 3 hits No.1

"The Office" 3rd season DVD, released by NBC, has screamed to the top of the sales charts and is currently ranking No.1 just after it's first week of sales. Coming in a 2nd and 3rd is "Blades of Glory" and "Georgia Rule," respectively.

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Guitar Hero 3 - findings its to PC & Macs alike

According to Activision and RedOctane, "Guitar Hero 3" developer, Aspyr Media, will develop the popular game for both PC and Mac platforms. This new version is expected to land itself on double the platforms as the previous version and is believed to feature more than 70 total songs.

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Apple considers slashing TV-download prices by half

Apple popular TV show download offering through iTunes apparently isn't popular enough for Apple, or the consumer. So there is talk about slashing prices by half, from $1.99 to 99 cents! This price cut would most definitely appeal to a broaden pool of consumers.

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NEW High-Def DVD players on the way

The top manufacturers, including LG Electronics, Samsung, Toshiba, and Sharp have all announced a slew of new high definition players sure to make the electronic consumer very pleased. These players are by all means raising the bar. In our opinion, the most impressive is the new LG BH200 high-definition hybrid player. It's the second generation player for LG (see LG BH100) and packs a punch that demands respect. Some new features include:

• Authorized HD-DVD Player - the previous model lacked this branding due to it's lack of ethernet connectivity which is required for many HD DVD bonus features and interactivity.
• CD playback support - expected to even provide 7.1 surround sound for a true music experience.
• HDMI 1.3 connectivity
• Price point: $999 (expected release date is Oct 2007)

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Female electonics shoppers hold LARGE untapped potential

A new study by vnunet.com found that 35% of female shoppers would purchase more electornic goods if retailers offered them more assistance on Web sites and in stores. "There is a real opportunity here for brands and retailers in the consumer-electronics sector to target women," sutdy author Belinda Parmer said.

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Toshiba woos Warner Bros. over their HD-DVD format

Reportedly, there is talk between Toshiba and Warner Bros over Toshiba's HD-DVD format. It appears that Toshiba is trying to convince Warner Bors into offer movie titles exclusively in the HD-DVD format, dropping Blu-ray all together.

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Sony plans 4 NEW Blu-ray recorders

Sony will introduce four new Blu-ray disc recorders to the consumer market segment sometime in early November. This comes just in time for the holiday shopping season. Experts estimate the sales of high-def players and recorders up through March 2008 to top out at a staggering 400,000 units.

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Tablet PCs becoming as common as the iPod (in classrooms)

The tablet PC continues to gain consumer trust and confidence and is becoming a staple product in the classroom. This is in large part thanks to increased software functionality. As the tablet PC appears in more and more classrooms, both students and teachers are enjoying the ease of use and increased level of functional mobility. The ever declining prices make the tablet PC more affordable setting a new standard of appeal to students than ever before.

Toshiba is one of the worlds renound leaders in tablet PCs. For more information, visit Toshiba Direct.

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2009 Analog-to-Digital conversion will affefct 24,000,000 households!

During sometime early 2009 all analog broadcast TV will switch to digital broadcasts. The American Association of Public Television Stations estimates this will affect some 24,000,000 U.S. households that currently rely on over-the-air analog signals to watch their TV.

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Britain Conservative Group Suggests Ban on Plasmas

The British Conservative Party is set to release a report calling for a ban on many electrical products that consume large quantities of electricity, including plasma TVs. The ban also would include products that feature a standby light that stays on indefinitely. Why? Because they say that alone accounts for up to 2% of the country's total electrical usage.

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Predicted price drop for 80GB PS3

Some analysts are predicting the price for the PS3 gamin console will drop down to $499 in efforts to remain competitive will other gaming systems. It helps this would all take place during the time Sony is set to release an onslaught of several new hot game titles.

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Will HD DVD outsell Blu-ray in 2008?

Tom Adams, president of Adams Media Research, predicts the Toshiba's HD DVD format may pull ahead of rival Sony's Blu-ray format in 2008. His reasoning is due in part to cheaper prices and recently signed distribution deals with Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks. Sony's Blu-ray team is still combating by outselling Toshiba HD DVD in terms of software in the U.S. In addition, Walt Disney Co. is saying thumbs up to use Sony's Blu-ray format through its Disney Magical Blu-Ray tour.

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PS3 mounts pressure on Wii

Sony puts pressure on Wii in Japan for the second consecutive month. Sales of Sony's PS3 gaming system in Japan have slashed in the Wii market share. Enterbrain reports Nintendo sold 245,653 units of the Wii during a four-week time period ending on August 26th, compared with 81,541 units of Sony's PS3.

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