Disney Taps Into Blu-ray?s Interactive Technology (New York Times)
The Walt Disney Company, along with the broader entertainment industry, is counting on ?Sleeping Beauty? to help awaken interest in Blu-ray DVDs.
Studio Exec: Wanted Could Spark Blu-ray Demand - TVPredictions.com
Washington, D.C. (June 24, 2008) — Wanted , the new thriller starring Angelina Jolie, hasn’t even opened yet in theaters. But one studio executive says it could be the movie that puts the Blu-ray high-def disc on the map. That’s according to an
Pioneer Blu-ray BDC-S02BK - Techradar.com
Wait for the formats to bed in. That’s often what the sceptics say about emerging technologies, but with Blu-ray on your PC they might just be right. The best DVD recorder in the business only sets you back around 35, whereas this first high
Study: Blu-ray Sales to Pass DVD By 2012 - TVPredictions.com
Washington, D.C. (June 24, 2008) — A new study forecasts that Blu-ray high-def disc sales will surpass standard-def DVDs by the year 2012. The Entertainment Merchants Association, a non-profit trade group, predicts that Blu-ray disc sales will reach
UPDATE 1-Singulus wins big DVD machines order, shares rise - Reuters
FRANKFURT, June 25 (Reuters) - Germany’s Singulus won a large order for DVD replication machines, showing the global market of which it controls two-thirds is still growing, it said on Wednesday, lifting its shares more than 6 percent. Singulus
CyberLink PowerDVD Receives Certification for Both Blu-ray BD Profile - Forbes
CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), innovative solutions provider for the connected digital lifestyle, today announced that CyberLink PowerDVD has received certification for two advanced features of the Blu-ray Disc format–BD-Profile 2.0 (BD-Live) and AVCREC
Transformers Blu-ray Cover Revealed - TheManRoom
TheManRoomTransformers Blu-ray Cover RevealedTheManRoom - 14 hours agoParamount Home Entertainment confirmed our suspicions by releasing the final cover art for Transformers on Blu-ray Disc. Instead of slicker artwork to …
The Real James Bond Comes to Blu-ray October 21 [James Bond] (Gizmodo)
The best (read: Sean Connery) James Bond is finally coming to Blu-ray when six older Bond flicks are released later this year. Dr. No, From Russia With Love, Thunderball, For Your Eyes Only, Live and…
No Blu-ray Laptops From Toshiba (DVD-Recordable)
In an announcement that will hardly raise eyebrows, the Toshiba Europe CEO said that the company isn’t looking to add Blu-ray capabilities to its laptops.
Sony VAIO VGN-FZ31Z 15.4in Blu-ray Notebook - TrustedReviews
Sony VAIO VGN-FZ31Z 15.4in Blu-ray NotebookTrustedReviews, UK - 6 hours agoNow that there's only one high definition format to worry about it's a lot safer to invest in Blu-ray equipment. This, of course, goes for notebooks as well …
Blu-ray uptake shows promising future (Infomatics)
The Blu-ray disc format saw faster uptake during its first few years than DVD, according to analysts. Researchers at Futuresource said that, in the first three years of availability, Blu-ray players posted higher numbers than DVD managed during its infancy in the late 1990s.
Japan plans copyright fees on Blu-ray recorders, discs: report - MarketWatch
Japan plans copyright fees on Blu-ray recorders, discs: reportMarketWatch - 15 hours agoUpon accepting the fees on Blu-ray recording devices, electronics makers would likely demand in return that the government approve less strict digital TV …
Blu-ray uptake shows promising future (vnunet.com)
Shaun Nichols in California, vnunet.com , Tuesday 17 June 2008 at 00:51:00 Early years compare favourably for new standard The Blu-ray disc format saw faster uptake during its first few years than DVD, according to analysts. Researchers at Futuresource said that, in the first three years of availability, Blu-ray…
Kill Bill Volumes 1 and 2 Coming to Blu-ray - AVRev.com
High-Def DigestKill Bill Volumes 1 and 2 Coming to Blu-rayAVRev.com, CA - 2 hours agoThey should be a major hit for Disney on the Blu-ray format as Kill Bill is listed among the top 10 films consumers have been waiting for on the Blu-ray …'Kill Bill' Coming to Blu-ray this September High-Def DigestRT on DVD: 70 More Minutes of The Incredible Hulk on Blu-Ray?? Rotten TomatoesAttack of the Show (W) G4 TVall 4 news articles
Blu-ray Review: Cloverfield (Blogcritics.org)
The Blu-ray release offers an incredible soundtrack, which really enhances the viewing experience. I know I already reviewed this film two months ago, and declared myself less than impressed with it. However, after hearing friends repeatedly tell me I missed the point of the entire movie and it was indeed one of the best monster movies to come out in a long time, I wondered if maybe I fell …
This week on DVD and Blu-ray This week on DVD and Blu-ray. - DVDTOWN.com
iFMagazineThis week on DVD and Blu-ray This week on DVD and Blu-ray.DVDTOWN.com - 2 hours ago"Be Kind, Rewind" streets today in both standard def and Blu-Ray editions. Then there's the Kate Hudson/Matthew Damnhehasgreatabs…er, McConaughy romance …What iF Picks: 'JERICHO - SEASON TWO' ONE OF THE TOP DVDs TO BUY … iFMagazineall 2 news articles
Blu-ray being adopted ‘faster than DVD was’ - News.com.au
German optical disc equipment maker Singulus said it received orders for 21 Blu-ray dual-layer machines in the first quarter of this year. The company said this figure showed the new technology was being adopted faster than its predecessor, DVD, 11
Wal-Mart’s $100 Gift Card Boosts PS3 Sales - TVPredictions.com
Washington, D.C. (June 10, 2008) — Wal-Mart’s $100 gift card offer is driving more sales of the Sony Play Station 3, which has a Blu-ray player inside. That’s according to an article by Home Media Magazine. From June 8 to June 14, Wal-Mart is
Blu-ray showing more promise than DVDs - Mac User
Blu-ray technology is being adopted at a faster rate than DVD was at the start of its life cycle, according to optical disc producer Singulus. The company says it has received orders for 21 Blu-ray dual-layer machines in the first quarter, which is
Blu-Ray Bashing Blues (PC Magazine via Yahoo! News)
Has anyone but me noticed the almost incredible barrage of bad news regarding Blu-ray and the future of the optical-disc formats?
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay on DVD & Blu-ray - DVDTOWN.com
TheManRoomHarold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay on DVD & Blu-rayDVDTOWN.com - 7 hours agoThe 2-Disc Special Edition DVD & Blu-ray disc will include: a "Commentary with the director and stars," a "Commentary with the director, The Real "Harold …Paramount Enlists DTS-HD MA for Top Gun Blu-ray TheManRoomParamount Brings Back Older Blu-ray Titles TVPredictions.com (press release)Nim's Island on Blu-ray in August, First Bonus Feature Details DailyGameTheManRoom - TheManRoomall 10 news articles
Samsung BD-P1400 Blu-ray Disc Player - Washington Post
Samsung BD-P1400 Blu-ray Disc PlayerWashington Post, United States - 5 hours agoThe Samsung BD-P1400 ($400 as of 4/24/08) is, at this point, one of the older Blu-ray Disc players currently available. And its features reflect this: It …Philips BDP7200/37 Blu-ray Disc Player Washington PostSharp BD-HP20U Blu-ray Disc Player Washington PostPioneer Elite BDP-95FD Blu-ray Disc Player Washington Postall 7 news articles
Blu-ray is still struggling despite format war win (Reading Eagle)
Blu-ray may have won the format war, but it hasn t won over many consumers.
Panasonic DMP-BD30 Blu-ray Disc Player - PC World
Panasonic DMP-BD30 Blu-ray Disc PlayerPC World - 8 hours agoBonusView Blu-ray player responds speedily, but that doesn't make up for disappointing image and sound. Panasonic's $500 DMP-BD30 (price as of 4/24/2008) …
Sony CEO: Blu-Ray Will Fare Well Despite Trend To Downloads - CNNMoney.com
Sony CEO: Blu-Ray Will Fare Well Despite Trend To DownloadsCNNMoney.com - 19 hours ago(SNE) Chief Executive Officer Howard Stringer said Wednesday that the Blu-Ray video format his company champions will "more than hold up" against the …@ D6: Sony s Stringer: PS3 Not On Life Support Anymore paidContent.orgSony's Stringer: PS3 No Longer 'On Life Support' GamasutraSony CEO Stringer: You can't afford our best TV CNET News.comGameDAILY BIZ - Next Generationall 10 news articles
Blu-ray DVD recorder sales rising fast in Japan - Reuters
Blu-ray DVD recorder sales rising fast in JapanReuters - May 27, 2008TOKYO (Reuters) - Sales of high definition Blu-ray DVD recorders are zooming up in Japan as consumers take to the new generation of home movie entertainment …Tech: Blu-ray Won the Format War, but When Will Sales Pick Up? Half Life SourceBlu-ray recorders doing well in Japan, players struggle BetaNewsLand of the rising Blu-ray sun Blocks & FilesCrunchGear - CD Freaks.comall 43 news articles
Blu-ray DVDs struggling despite support - The Money Times
Washington — Blu-ray DVDs and DVD players are struggling to sell across the United States despite being tabbed as the replacement for average DVDs, analysts say. Analysts said while Blu-ray was dubbed as the heir apparent in the high-definition DVD
Microsoft: Blu-ray not taking off - TG Daily
Redmond (WA) Once again, Microsoft has squashed rumors that a Blu-ray drive for a refreshed Xbox 360 may be in the works. The company believes that DVD will remain the more important optical format at this time and that the real format battle may
Retailers: Blu-ray Will Soon Top DVD Player Sales - TVPredictions.com
Washington, D.C. (May 26, 2008) — Blu-ray players will outsell standard-def DVD players by this August, according to several high-end electronics retailers, as reported by Video Business. The research firm NPD said this month that sales of
May 26, 1908: Mideast Oil Discovered There Will Be Blood - Wired News
1908: A British company strikes oil in Persia (now Iran). It’s the first big petroleum find in the Middle East, and it sets off a wave of exploration, extraction and exploitation that will change the region’s — and the world’s — history. Englishman
CeBIT 2008: the big wrapup - PC Authority
We’ve rolled up our sleeves, put on our boots, and trawled the halls of IT’s massive trade expo in Sydney looking for tasty tech delights. Here’s what we found. CeBIT 08 attracts more than 35,000 registered visitors and 750 exhibitors, and it’s also
Ster-Kinekor, Sony target Blu-ray market - ITWeb
[ Johannesburg, 20 May 2008 ] - In collaboration with Sony Electronics, Sony BMG and PlayStation, Blu-ray will enable Ster-Kinekor to aggressively target a wider audience. This is according to Nelmari Claassens, marketing manager for Sony Pictures at
Samsung announces reorganization plan - Seattle Times
Samsung Electronics said Thursday it was consolidating some of its key businesses a week after announcing a new executive lineup. Samsung that it would merge its home theater, DVD and Blu-ray player businesses with its global No. 1 TV business as
Samsung Electronics announces plan to consolidate some businesses - Minneapolis Star Tribune
SEOUL, South Korea - Samsung Electronics said Thursday it was consolidating some of its key businesses a week after announcing a new executive lineup. Samsung that it would merge its home theater, DVD and Blu-ray player businesses with its global No
Sony to sell golf ball-sized speakers - Miami Herald
The new speakers from Sony are as tiny as golf balls but deliver the big, robust sound of a top-notch home-theater sound system. The roughly cube-shaped speakers, to go on sale in Japan next month, measure just 1.7 inches on each side, Sony Corp
V for Vendetta Blu-ray - Video Business
Warner should be applauded for the user-friendly, movie-fan focus of its Blu-ray releases. Like Twister , Warner s V for Vendetta starts playing the feature automatically when you put in the disc. No waiting through ads promoting the studio and Blu
Prosthetist Makes Extraterrestrial Life from Limbs - Wired News
Christopher Conte does not make a living as an artist. He pays his rent working as a prosthetist, designing and building artificial limbs for amputees. But after his 9-to-5 gig, the New York-based craftsman pours his knowledge of biomechanics
Blu-ray wins HD war; prepare to pay - Pioneer Press
This is what consumers want to know in the wake of a bruising, years-long battle between the two high-definition movie-disc formats. Both vied to replace standard DVDs, but one high-def flavor was incompatible with the other, requiring consumers to
From Universal Studios Home Entertainment: ‘Doomsday’ - MSN MoneyCentral
MANKIND HAS AN EXPIRATION DATE OWN THE UNRATED VERSION WITH MORE EXPLOSIVE ACTION ON DVD AND BLU-RAY(TM) HI-DEF ON JULY 29, 2008 FROM UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT ‘High-octane, high-energy, and undeniably entertaining’ Scott Weinberg, FEARnet
PS3 with Blu-Ray overtakes Xbox 360 in Europe - Wii still way ahead - TECH.BLORGE.com
KOMOPS3 with Blu-Ray overtakes Xbox 360 in Europe - Wii still way aheadTECH.BLORGE.com, Australia - 12 hours agoI think the PlayStation 3 brings a little more to the table with its stunning Blu-Ray player and easy to use wireless capabilities. …One gadget to rule them all Times OnlineWhat might be inside the XBOX 360 WireAaron Greenberg Goes Berserk, Bites Sony In The Face Kotaku AustraliaBloggingStocks - Seattle Post Intelligencerall 455 news articles
World s fastest Blu-ray Rewriter makes its Middle East debut - ArabianBusiness.com (press release)
World s fastest Blu-ray Rewriter makes its Middle East debutArabianBusiness.com (press release), United Arab Emirates - 3 hours agoReaffirming its position as the global leader in optical storage drives, LG Electronics announced the Middle East of its Super Multi Blue Blu-ray Disc …
News Criterion to Release Classic Films On Blu-ray The list includes the Third Man and The Last Emperor. (TVPredictions.com)
Washington, D.C. (May 8, 2008) — Criterion, the DVD distribution house known for releasing classic films, has announced that it will offer several titles on Blu-ray this fall.
Best Buy to offer Will Smith Blu-ray sale - Punch Jump
Best Buy to offer Will Smith Blu-ray salePunch Jump, CA - 20 hours agoInc. stores on Sun. will begin to offer a discount on Blu-ray disc titles starring Will Smith. Blu-ray titles include The Pursuit of Happyness and Hitch …
Neil Young to release Archives volume one on Blu-ray - guardian.co.uk
Neil Young to release Archives volume one on Blu-rayguardian.co.uk, UK - May 8, 2008Whereas once he was content with crackly LPs containing just 40-some thing minutes of music, this first Archives release will be a 10-disc set of Blu-ray …NarniaWeb Reviews LWW Blu-Ray Disc Narnia WebGlass Houses: Blu-ray and the Mainstream Movie Fan EMediaLive.comNeil Young to use Blu-ray to release archive San Francisco ChronicleInformationWeek - The Associated Pressall 241 news articles