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Mount a 50 inch flat panel under your bed

2007-11-06T12:49:00.000-08:00

From the manufacturer MK 1 Studio, their new K2 can conceal up to a 50 inch flat-panel and a full 7.1 surround sound system. This can all be revealed by the push of a button and in a mere 35 seconds of time.

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Microsoft Xbox 360 = ESPN downloads to your console

2007-11-06T12:38:00.000-08:00

ESPN content is the latest offering out of the gates from Microsoft. The Xbox 360 will now allow you to watch your favorite sporting events. The costs will be $3.00 for standard-definition and $4.50 for high-definition versions.

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HD content for online users from Akamai

2007-11-06T12:23:00.000-08:00

Akamai Technologies has already developed a new web portal dubbed "TheHDWeb." The service has been designed to offer a broad genre of content options from networks such as Apple, MTV, BudTV, BBC Motion Gallery, CBS and the NBA.

Our opinion: There is no arguing HD looks awesome, when it is setup correctly and streamed from a proper HD source. But that's not always the case. Many companies have rushed their products to get them on the shelves as fast as possible to capitalize on the HD Craze. We can't wait until everything has gone HD and is properly streamlined from one device to another.

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Some "indies" struggle to take the hi-def dive

2007-11-06T12:15:00.000-08:00

Independent film artists, or indies, are shying away from diving head first into the hi-def format world. For many, the high cost for reproducing their films in Blu-ray or HD DVD formats is preventing these independent distributors from entering the marketplace.

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Tivo, meet Rhapsody. Rhapsody, meet TiVo.

2007-10-09T19:31:00.000-07:00

Rhapsody, a joint venture with MTV Networks and RealNetworks, has made a deal that will allow TiVo subscribers the ability to access more than 4 million songs right through their TVs, permitting they have broadband access. It is expected this new deal is just the tip of the iceberg for what TiVos has in store for its new audio services. We think it's safe to say TiVo customers are going to be more than satisfied.

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Survey: HDTV consumer satisfaction high

2007-10-09T19:21:00.000-07:00

According to a recent survey from J.D. Power & Associates, consumers are very satisfied with their HDTV purchases. The firm also reported in their "2007 Large Screen HDTV Usage and Satisfaction Study," more than 9 out of 10 buyers would recommend their HDTV brand to their friends.

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Sony to slash 40GB U.S. PlayStation 3 prices

2007-10-09T18:40:00.000-07:00

Hold on! Sony may be reducing the price on its 40GB PlayStation 3 game console for the U.S. segment, according to GameDaily BIZ. This price cut is expected to happen early November.

Sony PS3 40GB Price Cut!

***Coming to a store near you***

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Microsoft and Toshiba team up to expand HD DVD features

2007-10-09T18:30:00.001-07:00

Microsoft and Toshiba drive full force ahead to create the Advanced Interactivity Consortium (AIC), designed to expand the interactive freatures found on HD DVDs. The teams will look at Web-enabled features as well as digital downloads to DVDs, cell phones, PCs, and game consoles.

Read the full article by Toshiba here

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Panasonic Executives say "Blu-ray will succeed"

2007-10-09T18:20:00.000-07:00

Panasonic executives announced the following statement at the CEATEC Japan 2007 show last week:

"The most direct remarks in roundtable discussions with the press were from Kazuhiro Tsuga, executive officer, who was reminded of his criticism of combination Blu-ray/HD DVD players in the past when he said that Panasonic "would never introduce such a stupid product." When asked if LG and Samsung’s combi introductions have changed Panasonic’s mind, he joked that they haven’t “like those stupid companies."

The full article by Steve Smith can be read here at www.twice.com

Our opinion: We also think Blu-ray will win the format battle. However, we don't exactly agree with Tsuga's remarks on the hybrid players. It is a great option for the consumer who isn't willing to gamble away $500 or more on a single format. Let's just pick a format and go with it already!

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Nintendo adds "touch" to one of their classics

2007-10-09T18:08:00.000-07:00

Nintendo's has make the wonderful decision to revamp the extremely popular gaming title "Legend of Zelda" for its DS handheld game system. This should reel in customers outside of their current stereotypical male demographic, according to this article by the Boston Globe. The NEW title will be "Legend of Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass" and will let DS users control the game using the new DS touch screen. The outcome should be phenomenal.

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"Halo 3" sweeps in $300 million in the first week

2007-10-09T18:02:00.000-07:00

Microsoft's "Halo 3" has proved to be bigger and better than ever before. Microsoft officials announced that Xbox 360 console sales have nearly tripled during the week after the September 25th debut of "Halo 3." Now, we will have to see how well Microsoft does keeping gamers interest. The key to accomplishing this will be to keep new and fresh titles stocked on the shelves. Our hat is off to Microsoft, this time around.

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Sling Media slashes $100 of the new Slingbox Solo

2007-09-28T11:05:00.001-07:00

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.

2007-09-28T10:52:00.000-07:00

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**.

Image courtesy of JBLSynthesis.com
*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

2007-09-28T10:42:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-28T10:37:00.001-07:00

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

2007-09-28T10:28:00.000-07:00

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!

2007-09-24T09:38:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-24T09:31:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-24T09:19:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-19T15:04:00.001-07:00

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?

2007-09-19T14:57:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-19T14:51:00.000-07:00

"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

2007-09-19T14:40:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-19T14:37:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-19T14:25:00.001-07:00

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

2007-09-12T18:47:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-12T18:41:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-12T18:37:00.000-07:00

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)

2007-09-12T18:24:00.000-07:00

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!

2007-09-12T18:21:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-12T18:16:00.000-07:00

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

2007-09-05T10:16:00.000-07:00

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?

2007-09-05T10:04:00.001-07:00

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

2007-09-05T10:01:00.000-07:00

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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3D Theater coming soon to a home near you

2007-08-31T13:51:00.000-07:00

Big spending home-theater aficionados now have something new to show up their next door neighbor - 3D movie watching! Stereoscopic 3-D readies to enter the marketplace with their new 3D movie watching inventions. Chris Cookson of Warner Bros. Entertainment said "We will ahve 3-D in the home, definitely. All the things that we need have been invented. It's just a matter of someone committing to bring it to the market. The question we all have is: Does it become a fad or part of the mainstream?" Well folks there you have it. Only time will tell.

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Pioneer unleashes new NAV system with DVD support

2007-08-31T13:45:00.001-07:00

Pioneer Electronics has officially introduced their AVIC-N4 navigation system which stores map data via DVD and suppots 12 million points of interest (POI). The N4 can also play CDs, DVDs, DivX video and Mp3s. In addition, is can be connected to a satellite raidio tuner to give XM users access to live traffic updates. Suggested Retail price is $1,600.

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Can HDMI cables fix themselves?

2007-08-30T10:26:00.000-07:00

Well soon they will be. Honeywell's newest HDMI cable features CURxE technology which allows the cable to auto-correct corrupted HDCP and EDID data. Loss in these types of data are responsible for many of the current problems seen in HDMI connections.

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Apple to release new family of iPods

2007-08-30T10:22:00.000-07:00

Analysts suspect Apple will soon release a new batch of iPods. Apple's stock experience a 5% increase as a result of this speculation. You can expect to see a full new lineup of revamped iPods will greater functionality at current price points, including the highly anticipated ful-screen video iPod.

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Can Wii play hard ball this holiday season?

2007-08-30T10:18:00.000-07:00

Not likely. Sony and Microsoft have both found a way around the Wii - drop counsel prices and unleash a fury of big gaming titles. By dropping the prices of the PS3 and Xbox 360, Sony and Microsoft can compete against the currently dominating Wii. Analysts predict Nintendo might lose its market share this upcoming holiday season.

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S-LCD rolling out new line of 52-inch LCDs

2007-08-28T09:47:00.000-07:00

S-LCD corporation, a joint venture between giants Sony and Samsung, has begun shipping panels for large flat-screen TVs from their newest assembly line. The company is turning out 46-inch and 52-inch flat-panel displays.

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Sony to ramp-up a new line of HD camcorders

2007-08-28T09:44:00.000-07:00

Sony has announced the release of its first shoulder-mounted high-definition video camcorder, the HVR-HD1000U. The new and highly desirable camcorder will enable the user to shoot video in high definition. However, the editing will be done in standard definition.

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Google to shake the video retail business

2007-08-28T09:41:00.000-07:00

Google has announced they will stop selling popular TV shows such as "Survivor" through their video operations. The operation has not be used much since its January 2006 launch.

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Audiophiles turn their heads to Mp3 sound quality

2007-08-28T09:38:00.000-07:00

There is no denying that Mp3 technology has changed the music landscape and the way we purchase and listen to music. However the trade-off has been sound quality. Recording producers and other audiophiles have taken issue with the Mp3 format due to it's high compression which ultimately results in large losses from the original recording. This essentially reduces the overall quality.

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Polk Audio cranks out quality with new SurroundBar50

2007-08-28T09:33:00.000-07:00

Polk Audio's new SurroundBar50 is 51 inches long and is set to re-create surround sound audio. The size of 51 inches was chosen with 50" flat-panels in mind. The result - more volume and deeper bass. The official announcment isn't due to happen until September 6th at the CEDIA convention located at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO.

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Another company to rival the popular iPod - gBox!

2007-08-28T09:29:00.000-07:00

Net startup company gBox is looking to snake market share away from Apple's popular iPod. The compnay recently sparked a new deal with Universal Music Group to allow gBox to offer DRM-free music! Competent player? We think so.

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Halo 3 brings big hopes for Xbox 360 fans

2007-08-28T09:26:00.000-07:00

The highly anticipated release of the popular gaming series Halo 3 for the Xbox 360 gaming counsel by Microsoft may bring a surge of fortune for the counsel. Until then, Microsoft will continue to be plagued with repair issues for the 360 counsel.

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MTV Networks to announce music deal with RealNetworks

2007-08-22T08:37:00.000-07:00

It is rumored that MTV officials are expected to announce a merger with RealNetworks. If the deal goes through it would combine MTVs online music division with RealNetworks' Rhapsody music service. The deal would make the two companies a notable rival to Apple's iTunes .

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HD DVD has some success

2007-08-22T08:30:00.000-07:00

HD DVD, the technology developed by Toshiba, had a huge victory as both Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation announced they would now release future titles exclusively in the HD DVD format. Prior to this announcement both studios had released titles in both HD DVD and rival Sony's Blu-ray formats.

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Portable Navigation Buyer's Guide

2007-08-17T09:17:00.001-07:00

Car Audio & Electronics Magazine has published its annual buyer's guide to portable navigation systems, listing about 100 models, their prices and features. Read the article here.

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MTV to invest its heavy hand in gaming

2007-08-17T09:13:00.000-07:00

MTV Networks has announced it will invest more than a half a billion dollars into its gaming division. One of MTVs first games, "Rock Bank," is expected to be released for the Sony PS3 and Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming platforms. It is expected to enable up to four players to strum along to their favorite rock songs.

Compact Discs celebrate 25th Anniversary

2007-08-17T09:10:00.000-07:00

Today marks the day of the 25th anniversary celebration for the compact disc. The cd has reigned music supremacy since the tape but now it's future is paved with doubt. As music continues to move into the digital age it gradually walks aways from its hard-copy roots.

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Madden 08 delivers like a linebacker

2007-08-15T09:48:00.000-07:00

Electronic Arts has released the newest series of the Madden games, Madden NFL 08. This game marks the very first time that is has been fully integrated with the Microsoft Xbox 360. Gamers are going to be very happy with the game as EA has juiced up the frame rates and added increased control capability.

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Disney announces LCD TV line

2007-08-15T09:44:00.000-07:00

Disney officials have announced the release of the company's first-ever LCD TV. The TVs will be sold at Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, Best Buy and DisneyShopping.com and carry themes from many of Disney's popular shows including "Disney Princess," "Pirates of the Caribbean" and Disney Channel's "High School Musical."

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Blu-ray sales grow in developing markets

2007-08-14T10:22:00.000-07:00

Developing markets now make up 10% of all Blu-ray sales for Sony, with South Africa grabbing the greatest number of titles among these countries, according to an article published by videobusiness.com

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Hollywood turns cameras toward video gaming

2007-08-14T10:19:00.000-07:00

Video game popularity is helping hte genre earn the attention of the television and film industry. A new lineup of shows will allow viewers to watch gamers compete for a series of prizes, while a motion picture scheduled for release this summer will chronicle the rise of the video game generation.

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Bendable batteries

2007-08-14T10:08:00.000-07:00

A bendable battery prototype has been developed by researches. They hope some day that batteries can be printed like paper. The battery relies on paper embedded with electrolyte and carbon nanotubes that allow the flow of current.

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Plasma sales to reach $8.6 billion this year

2007-08-11T11:46:00.000-07:00

Market-research firm iSuppli is predicting that plasma revenue for worldwide are expected to reach $8.6 billion this year and $10.2 billion in 2008, which is up 12% and 18.5%, respectively. For more information please visit Purchasing.com.

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Halo 3 breaks presale record

2007-08-11T11:09:00.002-07:00

The highly anticipated third generation of the popular Halo game series is official and setting new records. Halo 3, to be released for the Microsoft Xbox 360, has already passed the 1 millionth presale mark and growing. "What we've experienced is nothing short of phenomenal," said bob MacKenzie, senior vice president for merchandising at GameStop.

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Sony tries to wrestle market share away from the iPod

2007-08-11T11:09:00.001-07:00

Sony rumors swirl possibilities of a new music player secretly dubbed "Rolly" is in the works. The eccentric music player is thought to incorporate motion functionality with built-in speakers. Only time will tell if it is enough to handle the iPod family.

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The movie 300 breaks high-def sales records

2007-08-09T18:14:00.000-07:00

Warner Brothers says "300" set a new record with a staggering 250,000 copies of the new movie, which was released in both HD-DVD and Blu-ray formats as well as standard definition DVDs. To read an article on this please visit the Hollywood Reporter.

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Driving while text messaging AS DANGEROUS AS driving while drunk!

2007-08-09T09:29:00.000-07:00

A new poll found that nine out of 10 Americans believe that writing text messages while driving is a dangerous as drinking and driving, although the majority of them admit to still doing it. The Harris Interactive survey also found that respondents between the ages of 18 and 34 are most likely to text while driving.

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Consumers are happy with their HDTV purchases

2007-08-09T09:26:00.000-07:00

Current HDTV owners will likely purchase additional sets, thanks in part to high levels of customer satisfaction and increased content options, according to a Forrester Research surver of 5,005 U.S. households.

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PS3 price cuts scheduled for early 2008

2007-08-09T09:22:00.000-07:00

Gamin analyst Michael Pachter predicts that Sony could potentially announce additional price cuts to its PS3 gaming counsel just in time for the release of Grand Theft Auto IV in early 2008. "We do expect Sony to be in a position to cut the price of the PS3 in early 2008, when blockbuster games Grand Theft Auto IV and PS3 exclusive Metal Gear Solid 4 will launch," Pachter said.

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Wal-Mart takes #2 spot in consumer-electronics sales

2007-08-07T11:40:00.000-07:00

Wal-Mart stores sold $22.6 billion worth of consumer electronics in the United States in 2006. Aside from slashing "everyday low prices," Wal-Mart has also increased the number of products and vendors it carries. However, many business are thankful to hear that analysts say "Wal-Mart simply cannot compete when it comes to technical assistance and product knowledge."

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New THX standard low-volume users rich bass sounds

2007-08-07T11:37:00.000-07:00

The new THX Loudness Plus certification allows consumers using home audio receivers at low-volume levels to enjoy the same bass, ambient sounds and surround effects that are usually only produced at higher volumes. The new technology is set to appear in a upcoming series of Yamaha receivers due in stores in November.

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Apple iPhone eats up Motorola

2007-08-07T11:32:00.000-07:00

ChangeWave Research recently conducted a survey and found that 15% of early technology adopters who plan to buy a cell phone in the next six months will buy an iPhone. The survey also suggests Motorola has suffered its largest losses due to the iPhone.

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Is Microsoft making an Xbox 360 purchase more appealing?

2007-08-07T11:28:00.000-07:00

Yup, Microsoft has announced that it will cut the price of the current 360 by 10~15% in preparation for holiday sales. This price drop will apply to both the Elite and Core versions, with expected price drops to be $30 and $20, respectively.

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Follow Up: Universal is sued - Mom says baby wants to dance!

2007-08-06T10:42:00.000-07:00

Click here to read the original article posted July 30, 2007

Follow Up:

Universal Music has scolded the poor dancing toddler and demanding the 30-second video clip be removed from YouTube. So what's the problem? A song by Prince was playing in the background. According to section 107 of the Copyright Act, the video is in fair use. You can read more about this issue, Digital Freedom (the company taking the babies side), and information on how to join digital freedom campaign today!

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Best Buy teams up with YouTube for a back-to-school college contest

2007-08-06T10:28:00.000-07:00

Best Buy and YouTube team up for a back-to-school promotion dubbed "Tech U Out" as a video challenge targeted towards college students. Students will post their videos on YouTube and will be awarded a grand-prize of $15,000 worth of electronics - enough to make that 50 square foot dorm room more bearable.

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LCD sales are up for Q2 while plasma sells fall off

2007-08-03T11:04:00.001-07:00

The NPD Group's DisplaySearch company announced that shipments of LCD TVs are up 65% for worldwide shipments, compared to last years Q2. Meanwhile, plasma sells showed a 4% decrease for the same scenario.

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New Toshiba 3rd-GEN HD players ready for fall

2007-08-03T11:01:00.000-07:00

There is speculation that Toshiba will release their 3rd-Generation HD-DVD players in early October. The HD-A3, HD-A30, and HD-A35 will retail for $299, $399, and $499 respectively, Out of the three listed, only the HD-A30 and HD-A35 will boast full 1080p capabilities.

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Wii continues to outsells PS3 4-to-1 in Japan

2007-08-03T10:58:00.000-07:00

The popular gaming magazine Enterbrain has recently released data with hard numbers proving the Japanese gaming market prefers Nintendo's Wii over rival Sony's PS3. The Wii outsells the PS3 4-to-1. Nintendo has official raised its annual forecast above initial market expectations.

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Grand Theft Auto IV release is pushed back

2007-08-03T10:54:00.000-07:00

The makers of the popular game Grand Theft Auto IV, Take-Two Interactive, have announced they will postpone the highly anticipated release until the second quarter of '08. Many companies including Sony are anxious as the titles release will most definitely send a positive surge for console sales.

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Pioneer playing chameleon in Japan for new plasma TVs?

2007-08-02T13:05:00.000-07:00

Pioneer stated today that they will be rolling out completely redesigned plasma TVs (in Japan) under a compeltely different name - Kuro. This is expected to happen sometime between late September or early October.

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Wii recieves a new gaming lineup for 2008

2007-08-02T13:01:00.000-07:00

It is true - while you still spend time trying to get your hands on a Nintendo Wii, the developers have been very busy cooking up a new line of titles for '08. The more popular games will include Mario soccer and Madden NFL 08.

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PS3 getting a DVR facelift?

2007-08-02T12:58:00.001-07:00

Sony's head of computer entertainment in New Zealand recently stated the company does indeed have plans to add a DVR to the PlayStation 3. However, a spokesman for Sony America stated that no plans are in motion. We say do it!

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What is the main difference between Blu-ray & HD-DVD?

2007-07-31T12:07:00.000-07:00

The are many difference, but, there is one major underlying difference as I will explain as concise as possible.

First off, I must point out Blu-rays enormous disc capacity (25GB single layer, 50GB dual-layer) which allows Sony to burn the discs at full 1080p HD resolution, without compromise.
However, in the case of HD-DVD, Toshiba much first burn the disc with 720p HD resolution then rely on the player itself to convert the content to 1080p. Uh, this is not a great thing.

Some people prefer HD-DVD because the players are "more affordable" and Universal Studios Executive Vice President (Ken Graffeo) is one of them. Others stand by Blu-ray (including me) because we see the technology in Blu-ray as being far superior and therefore worth the extra change.

In my opinion, why invest in a brand new 1080p FULL HD TV and then skimp out on a player over a couple hundred dollar price difference? It just doesn't make sense.

If you're really torn, go for LG's BH100 high definition hybrid player.

For a more in-depth review by engadget, click here.

Click here for Blu-ray FAQs
Click here for HD-DVD FAQs

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Blu-ray or HD-DVD? Who will decide?

2007-07-31T11:59:00.000-07:00

Well the Japanese adult-film industry, according to filmmakers. Sony has offered more technical support to Japans adult-film industry than to any other market. This is all part of the future Sony plan to create a seamless network among multiple Sony divisions. They say history repeats itself, and this case is no different. We saw similar stories unravel during the VHS vs. BETA war as the adult-film industry was the ultimate reason the tables turned for VHS and it became the format of choice.

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Universal is sued - Mom says baby wants to dance!

2007-07-30T10:04:00.000-07:00

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music on behalf of a mother (Stephanie Lenz) who posted a 30 second clip of her baby dancing to Prince's "Let's Go Crazy" song onto YouTube.

Universal Music sent YouTube a standard-issue Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notice and YouTube, an entity not in a position to question given its current legal troubles, removed the video, as is policy.

"I was really surprised and angry when I learned my video was removed," said Lenz in a statement. "Universal should not be using legal threats to try to prevent people from sharing home videos of their kids with family and friends."

"Universal's takedown notice doesn't even pass the laugh test," said EFF Staff Attorney Corynne McSherry. "Copyright holders should be held accountable when they undermine non-infringing, fair uses like this video."

I am proud to say, it's worked so far. YouTube has since reposted the video. If we let the corporations pull stunts like this one preventing us to share home movies on YouTube, then what's next? Before you know it you'll be getting similar letter's in the mail for playing you music in your car with your windows down. Why? The car next to you hasn't paid to listen to the music you were just playing. Special applause to the EFF for standing up for a mom who was just trying to share here home movies with friends and family.

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Who is the typical American electronics consumer?

2007-07-30T09:53:00.000-07:00

The average American electronics consumer owns 25 consumer electronic devices, according to a new report from eMarketer. The company also discovered that 77% of people researched electronics buys online before purchasing and the consumer also spends an average of 20 minutes trying to set up a new device before walking away from the "project" all together.

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Who is coming after the iPhone?

2007-07-29T22:55:00.000-07:00

Apple's iPhone has done phenomenol since it's official release date on June 29, 2007. The Apple iPhone represents a "major cultural shift in consumer behavior and and consumer empowerment," reports Advertising Age, offering some rules for effective marketing on the small screen.

So who is coming after the iPhone? Well Hewlett-Packard and Dell are for starters. Both HP and dell have seen their core business models sink. So they are in the works of making their way into the smartphone sector. We feel this is great for the consumer. Competition will bring better products (sooner), lower prices and a more developed smartphone industry.

Also read Electronic Engineering Times (Asia)/InformationWeek for a their article "Big computer makers catch iPhone fever."

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Report: Video game sales up 44% thus far 2007

2007-07-29T22:43:00.000-07:00

New domestic sales recently released by the NPD Group show that gaming console sales have risen 44% ( to $6.1 billion) for the first-half of 2007. Similarly, sales of the actual games are up 24% (to $2.9 billion). The report goes on to applause Nintendo for a fair chunk of the market increase as a result of their strong performance in the handheld and console market segments.

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More consumers say no to extended warranties

2007-07-29T22:12:00.000-07:00

We've all experienced it - "extended warranties," "service plans," "performance plans." Consumers are saying no to purchasing these warranty add ons for their electronics purchases. When a prospective TV buyer walks into your store to upgrade their standard definition TV set, you can take them over to any high definition TV and they will instantly distinguish the added value of the HD set. However, this is not the case with "extended warranties." Retailers Best Buy and Circuit City have recently reported that revenues are declining in this sector. Analysts (read the report here) have made suggestions that consumers have an increased level of shopper awareness. Also revenue declines are blamed on the warranties high sticker prices. In short, consumers don't see the value.

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Letter From Our CEO

2007-07-29T14:42:00.000-07:00

Dear Go Get It Global customers, partners and fans,

I am very excited and pleased to announce the official launch of our new and refreshed website. We are 100% dedicated to the home theater market, providing you with innovative products to ensure your home cinema experience is truly enjoyable.

This is an exciting time for everyone here at Go Get It Global, as we have made our way to the top as the global leader for home theater furnishings and décor. Now that our new site is officially launched, I would like to remind everyone the many great things Go Get It Global has to offer that our competition simply falls short on. Our legacy of dedicated customer satisfaction and product support is second to none. We have an extremely talented team of enthusiastic and experienced individuals who are dedicated to our customers and to finding new ways of serving this very important market.

The entire Go Get It Global team wants to thank you for all of your support over the years as we’ve made our way to the top. I am extremely excited to be working hand-in-hand with the rest of the GGG leadership team as we continue to bring you the most dedicated online home theater furnishings retailer around the globe.

Thank you, as always, for your enthusiasm and your support. No matter where this season takes you, on behalf of everyone here at Go Get It Global, we wish you the best on your new home theater experience.

Best regards,

Tyson Rabani
Go Get It Global President & CEO