Toshiba Canada Launches 3D HDTV and Blu-ray Player

Toshiba of Canada Limited announced the company’s first 3D-capable television and Blu-ray Disc (BD) player, the REGZA WX800 series and the BDX3000. According to the statement, the REGZA WX800 series is available in 46-inch and 55-inch screen sizes for $2799.99 and $3299.99 respectively and the BDX3000 for $299.99.

Roku Unveils Latest Streaming Players

Roku, Inc. announced its new streaming player lineup, featuring improved performance and lower prices. According to the statement, there are three new Roku models: the entry-level 720p Roku HD ($59.99), 1080p wireless Roku XD ($79.99) and dual-band wireless 1080p Roku XDS ($99.99).

Toshiba Releases WX800 Cinema Series 3D HDTV

Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. announced that it has released its premier Cinema Series line for 2010, featuring the WX800 3D series and 2D VX700 series, LED backlit HDTVs. According to the statement, the WX800 Cinema Series (55WX800, 46WX800) is available in 55-inch ($3,299.99) and 46-inch screen sizes ($2,599.99) and the VX700 Cinema Series (55VX700, …

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Apple TV Faces Tough Market

IMS Research announced that Apple’s latest iteration of Apple TV may face a more challenging market than its predecessors. According to the statement, previous versions had difficulties gaining traction and the new and improved Apple TV may encounter a similar fate.

Apple Unveils Revamped Apple TV

Apple announced its new Apple TV ($99) which offers a simple way to watch HD movies and TV shows on any HDTV. According to the statement, Apple TV users can choose from a large online selection of HD movies to rent, including first run movies for $4.99 and HD TV show episodes to rent from …

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Marantz Unveils New SR7005 Flagship AV Receiver

Marantz America, announced the introduction of its SR7005, a 7-channel, integrated audio/video receiver that satisfies a broad range of multi-room signal distribution needs for home entertainment enthusiasts and custom installers. The SR7005, which replaces the SR7002, will be available in August 2010 for $1,599.

Mitsubishi Launches 75-inch LaserVue HDTV and 3D Starter Pack

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc. announced its new 3D-ready 75-inch LaserVue TV and a 3D Starter Pack containing all the necessities for watching 3D at home. According to the statement, Mitsubishi’s 75-inch LaserVue TV expands on the features and benefits of its 65-inch predecessor, by adding a Cinema Color mode and StreamTV internet media. The …

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Western Digital Unveils WD TV Live Plus HD Media Player

Western Digital announced its new WD TV Live Plus HD media player ($149.99), which delivers thousands of TV episodes and movies for Netflix members to watch instantly. According to the statement, in addition to Netflix, the WD TV Live Plus HD media player also enables users to stream personalized Internet content from YouTube, Flickr, Pandora, …

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ViewSonic Embraces Sigma Media Processors

ViewSonic and Sigma Designs announced that ViewSonic’s new VMP74 and VMP75 Media Players are based on Sigma’s SMP8650 series media processor System-on-Chip (SoC) products. According to the statement, ViewSonic’s new media players allow consumers to surf the web, watch television programs from around the world and tap into online video sources.