Sony's third VAIO launch of the day is the new VAIO L Series, all-in-one touchscreen desktops packing 24-inch Full HD displays and a new "edge access" system of touch-sensitive shortcuts integrated into the bezel. Packing a choice of Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M graphics and a 1920 x 1080 multitouch display, the L Series also hides a Blu-ray drive and both HDMI input and outputs.
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Sony VAIO L Series all-in-one wraps touch-bezel around multitouch screen
VUDU 2.0 UI released today: HDTVs, Blu-ray, PS3 & Boxee Box to benefit
VUDU has announced that the new 2.0 interface is going out today to most VUDU-enabled HDTVs and Blu-Ray players, as well as PS3 and Boxee Box users. The updated interface speeds access to movies as well as introducing recommendations based on viewing history; in an imminent update, PS3 users will also be able to navigate the UI via their Move controller.
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Sony BRAVIA HDTVs & Blu-ray players to get Opera browser
Opera has announced that its browser will be making an appearance on future Sony BRAVIA HDTVs and Blu-ray players, allowing the network-connected hardware to browse the full internet. The partnership will also mean that future Sony kit will support emerging online standards, including HTML5, HbbTV and OIPF.
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Call Me When Streaming Matches Blu-ray
I’ll be the first to admit that when Blu-ray first launched, I was skeptical. I wasn’t sure if the new technology was a worthwhile investment for someone like me. Sure, it delivered more storage and higher-quality video and audio, but I simply saw it as another way to take my hard-earned cash for little benefit over DVD.
Samsung Unveils “Worlds Thinnest 3D Blu-ray Player”
At this year’s CES Samsung unveiled the “Worlds Thinnest 3D Blu-ray Player.” The device is only 23 millimeters thick and comes with a new impressive wall mountable design.
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Orb BR turns your PS3/Blu-ray player into a 1080p streamer
Orb's attempt to undercut streaming media rivals like Sonos has resulted in the low-cost and high-functionality Orb Music MP-1 and its video-capable counterpart, and now the company is looking to Blu-ray players and the PS3 for the next attack. Orb BR is a $19.99 disc that turns a network-connected player into an Orb media source, controlled by one of the company's free iOS or Android remote apps and the Orb Caster PC/Mac software.
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Audiovox launches first Blu-ray player for cars at CES
If you are the HD sort that can’t stand to watch movies and shows in standard def after you got used to HD flicks Audiovox has the DVD player for your ride. The company has announced the first automotive Blu-ray player in the industry. The player is called the AVDBR1.
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Fujitsu LIFEBOOK laptops get Core 2011 update: T901 tablet & more
Fujitsu has refreshed its notebook range, adding Intel's new 2nd-gen Core 2011 processors to a new line-up of LIFEBOOK models. The new CES 2011 offerings include the 13.3-inch LIFEBOOK T901 convertible tablet PC, a pair of 12.1-inch ultraportables, the LIFEBOOK P701 and P771, and the Blu-ray toting, 3G-equipped LIFEBOOK A531 and AH531.
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LG HX996TS and HB906SB 3D home theater systems & BD960 Blu-ray/media server outed
LG has outed its CES 2011 line-up of 3D AV kit, seemingly deciding that pre-holiday press is better than the early January crush. Star of their show will be the LG HX996TS, a 3D home theater system, along with the LG HB906SB Blu-ray 3D home theater system, and the LG BD690 network 3D Blu-ray player.
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Pioneer ships new 3D Blu-ray player line
Pioneer is a huge brand in the home theater market and the company has announced that it is finally shipping its new line of 3D Blu-ray players to consumers everywhere. The new players are the BDP-430, the BDP-41FD, and the BDP-43FD and they all share many of the same features.
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Sony Music Unlimited offers custom radio & 6m track access on your BRAVIA or PS3
Sony has launched the next step in its attempt to take on iTunes, in the shape of Music Unlimited. Using the same Qriocity cloud system as Sony's previous Video On Demand service, Music Unlimited kicks things off with a 6m-strong catalog and support for network-enabled BRAVIA TVs, Blu-ray players and home theater systems, your PS3 or your laptop; meanwhile, Android-based phones and tablets are next in line.
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Pioneer BDR-206MBK BDXL burner is $199 world’s first
By now it's common knowledge that printer hardware is merely the gateway to the addictive - and expensive - drug that is printer ink; could the same be happening with optical media? Pioneer has launched the first BDXL drive, the Pioneer BDR-206MBK, capable of burning up to 128GB Blu-ray discs, and while it's $199 itself, a single 100GB disc is around half that amount alone.
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