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Sonic gearing up to offer 3D movies at home

Brenda Stokes, Jul 21st 2009 Discuss [0]

More and more movies are being released into theaters in 3D these days, which is no doubt impressive, but wouldn't it be nice to have this technology at home? That's what Sonic thinks as they begin development of a 3D home movie delivery system. In an effort to get this project off the ground, Sonic is working with NVIDIA and others to bring GeForce 3D Vision to their Roxio CinemaNow player. Compatible displays include the ViewSonic FuHzion VX2265wm and the Samsung 2233RZ. The movies will be shown in 1080p and can be shown on anything device that's 3D-ready including projectors. There's no word on any potential release date or cost, but we'll keep you posted.

Sony adding Netflix and more to BRAVIA HDTVs

Chris Davies, Jul 9th 2009 Discuss [2]

Sony have announced that, as of fall 2009, Netflix, Demand Media and ON Networks will arrive on their BRAVIA HDTVs. A standard feature on any upcoming Sony BRAVIA internet video-capable HDTV, and usable on existing sets courtesy of Sony's BRAVIA Internet Video Link module, Netflix users will be able to access their instant queue lists on their TV. Read The Full Story

MvixUSA Ultio 1080p UPnP streaming media player

Chris Davies, Jun 25th 2009 Discuss [9]

MvixUSA have rolled out their latest mediaplayer, the Ultio. A network-connected UPnP streamer, the Ultio has an optional internal hard-drive, can display content from Netflix, Hulu, YouTube and others, and has a variety of connection options. The company is also claiming that the Ultio supports the largest array of AV formats and codecs for any such device. Read The Full Story

PopcornHour C200 media streamer: Blu-ray & BitTorrent ready [Video] [Updated with price]

Chris Davies, Jun 17th 2009 Discuss [0]

PopcornHour have revealed their latest media streamer, the C200, and compared to the previous-gen models it's a significant step up. As well as a new 667MHz processor, the Sigma SMP8643, the PopcornHour C200 gets an HDMI 1.3 port, two SATA connectors, and a user-accessible drive bay for a HDD, DVD or Blu-ray drive. Video demo after the cut Updated with pricing/availability after the cut Read The Full Story

Xbox 360 Hulu integration rumored

Chris Davies, May 29th 2009 Discuss [0]

Could Hulu and Microsoft be planning to announce integration of the former's streaming media service with the Xbox 360? That's one interpretation of Attack of the Show host Olivia Munn's teasing Twitter message yesterday evening: "Just finished promos for hulu/microsoft event I'm doing on june 8!" Read The Full Story

Hulu Desktop app reminds people how good Boxee made it

Chris Davies, May 29th 2009 Discuss [0]

Hulu have announced a new desktop app, the imaginatively titled Hulu Desktop, which brings "lean-back viewing" to PC and Mac. The app allows the Hulu catalog to be browsed and titles played, either with a standard keyboard and mouse or with a remote control. However the news has come as something of a slap in the face to Boxee, who are still forced to use workaround fixes to access Hulu content on their multimedia platform. Read The Full Story

Conceptronic YUIXX Streaming HD media player & IPTV system

Chris Davies, May 26th 2009 Discuss [0]

The first retail product to use Intel's Media Processor CE 3100 - aka the Canmore SoC - has been announced, the Conceptronic YUIXX, promising streaming media at up to 1080p high-definition resolution, up to 2TB of onboard storage and optional DVB T/C/S TV tuners. The handiwork of Conceptronic and Metrological (who supplied the software), the YUIXX has HDMI 1.3a, composite and component ports, together with two USB 2.0 ports, TOSLINK, an SD/MMC card reader and optional Bluetooth and WiFi draft-n. Read The Full Story

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FyreTV UnBoXXXing (SFW)

Steven Grady, May 15th 2009 Discuss [4]

This was an interesting assignment. SlashGear has received some FyreTV BoXXXes (Yes, three X’s) and absolutely must review them. Oh the terrible, terrible things this job makes me do. Explanation and video after the jump.

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Vudu partners with Entone for set-top box service

Brenda Stokes, May 5th 2009 Discuss [0]

Vudu will soon be offering its movies on a third-party set-top box, changing up their title and adding the function of service provider to their already able hardware manufacturer moniker. Who is this third-party company in question? That would be Entone. Read The Full Story

Pirate Bay submits petition for a retrial

Brenda Stokes, Apr 27th 2009 Discuss [0]

Defendants from The Pirate Bay submitted a petition for a retrial today, moving forward on accusations that the trial itself was unfair and shouldn't count. The official claim is that Judge Tomas Norstrom, who presided over the trial was biased. Read The Full Story

Amazon HD Video on Demand hits TiVo, Roku, VIERACast HDTVs

Chris Davies, Apr 22nd 2009 Discuss [0]

Amazon have announced the arrival of HD content through their Video on Demand service. Leaked as in development last December, though denied at the time, the service goes live today with HD titles priced at between $3.99 and $4.99. Compatible devices include Series3 TiVo DVRs, Roku's Video Player, Sony's BRAVIA Internet Link and Panasonic VIERACast HDTVs. Read The Full Story

Adobe Flash Platform for HDTVs gets hardware, content

Chris Davies, Apr 20th 2009 Discuss [0]

Adobe have announced hardware and content partners who will adopt the Adobe Flash Platform on internet-connected HDTVs and set-top boxes. Demonstrating a range of widget and HD streaming media capable devices at the National Association of Broadcasters Show this week, Broadcom, Comcast, Intel, Netflix, NXP Semiconductors and others have all signed up for the platform. Read The Full Story