LG to Integrate Plex Into NetCast Devices
Plex announced the newest version of its service and that LG Electronics will be integrating the Plex media server platform technology into its 2011 NetCast enabled HDTVs and Blu-ray devices.
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Sharp Launches BD-HP90S Slim Blu-ray 3D Player
Sharp Europe announced its new BD-HP90S Blu-ray 3D player at IFA 2010 in Berlin. According to the statement, the BD-HP90S features Blu-ray 3D disc viewing, an extra-slim design (430 x 36 x 218 mm), built-in wireless LAN connection and the ability to play YouTube videos directly (after software update).
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 …
Panasonic Unveils Blu-ray 3D Home Theater Systems
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company announced the debut of its first Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc (BD) home theater systems. According to the statement, the top-of-the-line SC-BTT750 features a wireless LAN adaptor and is equipped with sleek Tall Boy speakers, a stylishly slim center channel speaker and a Kelton-type subwoofer. The SC-BTT350 is wireless LAN-ready (requires …
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Roxio Goes 3D With Creator 2011
Roxio announced the release of Creator 2011, a digital media suite offering a comprehensive feature set for capturing, editing, creating, and sharing personal 3D photos, videos, and projects.
Panasonic Activates Twitter on VIERA CAST Plasma HDTVs
Panasonic announced that it has activated Twitter on its VIERA CAST enabled HDTVs. According to the statement, Twitter will also be available on VIERA CAST-enabled Blu-ray Disc (BD) Players at a later date. The addition of Twitter, a real-time global information network, was announced in January 2010 at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
Panasonic Launches VIERA GT25 Series 3D Plasma HDTVs
Panasonic announced the launch of its new VIERA GT25 Series of Full HD 3D Plasma TVs. According to the statement, the VIERA GT25 Series features 42-inch class (41.6″ measured diagonally) and 50-inch class (49.9″ measured diagonally) screen sizes. The TC-P42G25 will have an MSRP of $1699.95 and the TC-P50GT25 will have an MSRP of $2099.95. …
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Panasonic Selects NETGEAR Wireless for VIERA TVs
NETGEAR, Inc. announced that Panasonic has selected NETGEAR as the only third-party brand to support its VIERA line of TVs, commencing with its NETGEAR N600 Wireless Dual Band USB Adapter (WNDA3100).
Panasonic Unveils DMP-BDT100 Blu-ray 3D Player
Panasonic announced that it has expanded its line of Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc players to include the new DMP-BDT100. According to the statement, the DMP-BDT100, available in August, joins the DMP-BDT300 and DMP-BDT350 in providing superior 2D and 3D picture quality, as well as innovative features such as VIERA CAST internet functionality.
Marantz Launches UD7005 and UD5005 Blu-ray 3D Players
Marantz America announced two new Blu-ray 3D players, the UD7005 ($899), which will replace the BD7004 and be available in September and the UD5005 ($499), which replaces the BD5004 and will be available next month.
YouTube Now Supports 4K Video
YouTube announced that it now supports videos shot in 4K (4096 x 2304). According to the statement, to view any video in a source resolution greater than 1080p, simply select “Original” in the YouTube video quality pulldown menu. Be aware that an ultra-fast high-speed broadband connection is required as is a 4K compatible display or …