Sony is also announcing its 4K Media Player, the FMP-X1, and video distribution service – both industry firsts.
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We have just learned that Insteon in need of more beta testers for their home automation products. In addition to needing more testers from the US and Canada, they need international testers. They are now actively selling products outside of North America having launched new plug-in, wire-in, computer interfaces, and remote controls for Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Here is an example of the new plug-in module for France:]]>
From time to time listeners write in about their experinces with products. Scott Hawk of Bethlehem PA wrote in about his experince with the Tivo Stream (Buy Now $124). The Tivo Stream allows you stream shows to mobile devices in your home, or wirelessly transfer shows and take them to go.]]>
Today we're happy to reveal that Redbox Instant by Verizon will be coming to Xbox 360 in the very near future. If you are currently a Redbox Instant beta participant, you'll receive an email with a unique code to access the app on Xbox 360 in the coming days. Interested newcomers to the Redbox Instant beta can request entry into the beta by visiting www.RedboxInstant.com.]]>
New York, NY (December 12, 2012) – Redbox Instant™ by Verizon, a joint venture between two market leaders, Redbox, a subsidiary of Coinstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSTR), and Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ), unveiled further details of its soon-to-launch service and announced agreements with Hollywood studios and device manufacturers that will bring thousands of popular movies to consumers at home and on the go.]]>
One of our listeners (Rob Smith) in Waterloo, Ontario Canada had the good fortune of seeing a demo of the Sony 84 inch 4K TV at a Sony store. He has given us permission to share with you his impressions of the TV. It confirms how we felt about 4K after seeing demos at CES last January.
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, California – Sept 19, 2012 – After an award-winning streak of nearly two years by the acclaimed BDP-93 and BDP-95 Blu-ray players, OPPO Digital announced two new universal Blu-Ray Disc players today.]]>
Recently Jon from San Diego reached out to us to tell us that he had cut the cord and wasn't ever looking back. He offered to write up his experience and share it with our readers:
About a year ago I cancelled my Cox digital cable service (DVR, set-top Box, etc) and converted to all-internet content. I am now completely using streaming services (and occasional live QAM channels). I wanted to share what I learned so others can enjoy the cost savings and great content available for cheap.
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I bought the Sennheiser RS180 headphones several months ago from Amazon (via the HT Guys link of course), and received them in two days due to my Prime membership. They arrived in high quality packaging with everything needed to get started using them right away, the headphones, base station, rechargeable batteries (conveniently already charged) and all of the required cables.]]>
SEOUL, Aug. 22, 2012 – LG Electronics (LG) today introduced the world's first 84-inch Ultra Definition (UD) 3D TV in the Korean market. LG's UD 3D TV is the company's response to growing consumer demand for larger, more immersive home TVs with greater functionality. The UD 3D TV introduces a number of new smart features with the aim of providing greater convenience and simpler interaction.]]>
Mark in Detroit wanted to share a mini review of his new Panasonic TC-P60ST50 (Buy Now $1899). It was delivered on 7-26-12 and purchased through the HT Guys Link.]]>
On a recent show we talked about Game of Thrones being the most pirated show on the Internet. A listener from South Africa wrote in to share his view from outside the States. We'll talk more about this subject on Friday
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MAHWAH, NJ (June 19, 2012) - Imagine yourself standing at the precipice of the Grand Canyon. It's 3,000 feet straight down. The wind howls in your ears. Your heart races as you leap forward and plummet toward the bottom. Just before you plunge into the river below...you spill the popcorn all over the living room couch. That's the experience you'll get when watching the breathtaking 90" (diagonal) AQUOS LED TV (model LC-90LE745U), introduced today by Sharp.]]>