Lite-On Europe announced its new 12X Blu-ray Disc (BD) writer, the iHBS212. According to the statement, this PC-compatible Blu-ray writer is capable of recording and playing back the most popular media formats including Blu-ray, DVD and CD. In addition to writing BD-R single-layer (SL) discs at 12X, the iHBS212 writes double-layer (DL) BD-R media at …
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Panasonic UK Ltd. announced that it has released two new DIGA Blu-ray Disc (BD) recorders in the UK (DMR-BW880EB, BW780EBK) as well as a DVD Recorder with Freeview HD (DMR-XW380).
Plextor Europe announced the launch of its new PX-B310U external BD-Combo Super Multi Drive. According to the statement, the PX-B310U is a robust and stylish drive that can be connected to any PC or notebook by a USB 2.0 cable, making it an ideal solution for those users who are looking for portability and flexibility.
The Digital Entertainment Group Europe announced that, following robust sales in 2009, strong Blu-ray Disc (BD) sales continued during the first quarter of 2010, topping 151.4 million Euros.
LOVEFiLM announced it has launched the latest extension of its service in the direct-to-TV market on new Samsung TVs.
Sony announced that owners of the company’s Internet connected BRAVIA HDTVs and Blu-ray Disc players in the United States will be able to access performances of the Berliner Philharmoniker through the BRAVIA Internet Video platform. According to the statement, in addition to the US, the performances will also be available to Sony customers in Japan, …
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Sony announced that it will start streaming the FIFA World Cup Collection to BRAVIA TVs and Blu-ray Disc players across Europe via its BRAVIA Internet Video platform starting late May. According to the statement, owners of a BRAVIA TV, BRAVIA Home Theatre or Sony Blu-ray player with BRAVIA Internet Video will be able to view …
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SES ASTRA and Samsung Electronics announced that they will jointly promote 3D television to the market. According to the statement, under the terms of the agreement, Samsung will support SES ASTRA with 3D television content for its new 3D demo channel to be launched on 4 May 2010. The demo channel will be broadcast free-to-air …
DivX, Inc. and Panasonic announced that Panasonic will introduce DivX Plus HD playback technology in its next generation of 3D Blu-ray Disc (BD) players.
Pioneer Europe announced two new Blu-ray Disc (BD) players, with a range of networking, audio and video features – the BDP-LX53 and BDP-330.
SES ASTRA announced that it will launch Europe’s first 3D demo channel on ASTRA.