Sanyo PLC-XP200L 4LCD Projector unveiled

Topic: Home Entertainment

Sanyo unleashes the first projector with their new 4LCD engine: Sanyo PLC-XP200L.

The portable Sanyo PLC-XP200L delivers an 7,000 lumens brightness and 2,200:1 contrast ratio.

The additional Color Control Device in the 4LCD optical engine allows the PLC-XP200L to automatically control the amount of yellow light in the image, producing higher luminosity with improved color accuracy and clarity. Read more

Posted on Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:22:32 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Gadget Video: Philips PhotoViewer

Topic: Home Entertainment

Philips and Epson developed a product that combines their knowledge of home entertainment and digital photography. The Philips PhotoViewer is the easiest way to view digital photos in amazing HD-quality on your TV.

Watch our new Video Report to learn more. Read more

Posted on Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

HP MediaSmart Connect Now Available for Pre-Order

Topic: Home Entertainment

We first talked about the HP MediaSmart Connect back in May when it was originally announced. What we didn’t know back then was when the device would be available to purchase. Today HP announced that the MediaSmart Connect is available for pre-order.

The device connects to any HDTV and allows users to rent movies from CinemaNow as well as share and purchase photos from Snapfish. The device can also find and store digital video and photos from any computer on the same network. The HP MediaSmart Connect will retail for $349. Read more

Posted on Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:40:51 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Netflix Player from Roku Uses Linux Tech

Topic: Home Entertainment

Trolltech announced today that the new Netflix player from Roku utilizes its Qt for Embedded Linux. Qt for Embedded Linux was formerly known as Qtopia Core. The application is designed to allow manufacturers to build devices for one specific purpose.

"As we developed the Netflix Player by Roku we were keenly focused on creating the best possible user experience for Netflix's eight million-plus customers," said Tim Twerdahl, vice president of consumer products, Roku, Inc. "Qt provided us with the tools to implement our elegant and powerful user interface quickly, providing an important time-to-market advantage." Read more

Posted on Mon, 16 Jun 2008 06:44:53 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Monster & Sigma Designs Team Up for Wireless HDAV

Topic: Home Entertainment

Monster and Sigma Designs have teamed up to help make home theaters wireless with new wire free HDAV and UWB-over-Coax solutions. The Monster Wireless Digital Express HD system will use the Sigma Wireless HDAV for HD A/V cable replacement along with the UWB-over-Coax solution for installations with no new wires.

The Monster Wireless Digital Express will allow users to view full 1080p signals from any source and stream wireless HD broadcasts within a room or to an adjacent room. A/V content can be transmitted up to 330 feet over the existing coaxial cables in a home. These products are going to be on the market in October at undisclosed prices. Read more

Posted on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 07:04:08 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Mitsubishi LaserVue Laser TV also comes in 73 inch Size in 2008

Topic: Home Entertainment

From time to time I check to see if Mitsubishi has updated the available information on their upcoming new Laser TV dubbed LaserVue.

We reported in April about the Mitsubishi Laser TV, when the LaserVue product brand was announced by Mitsubishi.
We knew that Mitsubishi was planning to offer a 65 inch Diamond LaserVue TV in the 3rd Quarter of 2008. In the FAQ section of the Mitsubishi Laser TV, the company also says they plan to release a 73 inch Diamond LaserVue TV in 2008. Read more

Posted on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Sony BRAVIA XBR6, XBR7 and XBR8 Series LCD HDTVs

Topic: Home Entertainment

Sony unveiled seven new BRAVIA XBR flat-panel LCD HDTVs including models with Triluminos LED backlight and local dimming for outstanding black-level reproduction and unmatched contrast.

The new models expand the BRAVIA LCD line up to 30 models ranging in screen size from 19- to 70- inches measured diagonally. The BRAVIA XBR models represent Sony’s premium line, delivering the latest features and the pinnacle of picture quality. Read more

Posted on Fri, 6 Jun 2008 06:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Youtube now on Sony BRAVIA Internet Video Link Service

Topic: Home Entertainment

Sony announced today that YouTube is the latest online video provider to join the company’s BRAVIA Internet Video Link service. The service went live today providing BRAVIA Internet Video Link users access to millions of videos on YouTube at no additional charge.

The BRAVIA Internet Video Link is a small module that attaches to the back of a selection of the company’s 2007 and 2008 BRAVIA LCD flat-panel television models.
The service seamlessly streams on-demand entertainment including movies, TV programs, your favorite YouTube videos and a variety of other free content as well as news, weather and traffic information via an existing Ethernet connection without the use of a personal computer. Read more

Posted on Fri, 6 Jun 2008 04:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sony HT-IS100 BRAVIA Theater Micro System

Topic: Home Entertainment

Sony introduced the HT-IS100 BRAVIA Theater Micro System in the States.

The HT-IS100 features 5 small speakers roughly the size of a golf ball or strawberry as you can see in the photo.

The system includes three 1080p HDMI inputs with repeater functionality and support for eight channels of uncompressed audio. The HT-IS100 is an ideal complement for Blu-ray Disc players, PS3 consoles and other high-definition sources. Read more

Posted on Fri, 6 Jun 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

RadioShack Digital Converter with Analog Pass-Through

Topic: Home Entertainment

Most of us know that TV broadcasts in the US are moving from the analog signals they currently use to all digital broadcasts in early 2009. TV watchers that don’t use satellite or cable and don’t have a newer TV with built-in digital tuner will need a converter box to keep watching over-the-air broadcasts.

RadioShack announced a new digital converter box today called the DTX9550. This box is interesting because it features a digital tuner and can also pass-through current analog signals. This allows analog watchers to move to the digital converter today and still be able to get current programs without having to wait until broadcasters change and then try and get their TVs working. The box will also allow communities with low-power stations that don’t have to make the digital switch to keep watching. The device retails for $59.99 and customers with government coupons can get the box for $19.99. Read more

Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Philips Introduces 52-inch 3D Display

Topic: Home Entertainment

Philips has introduced a new 52-inch 3D display that is designed for digital signage, pro-Av and entertainment applications. The display uses Philips’ WOWvx technology to allow 3D viewing without the need for glasses.

The 52-inch auto-stereoscopic display is based on a full 1080p HD panel with 700 cd/m2 of brightness, 2000:1 contrast ratio and a response time of 8 ms. Philips says that the display will be available in Q4 2008. Pricing is not available at this time. Read more

Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2008 08:11:14 CDT | by Shane McGlaun