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DISH Adds What's Hot Feature and Bluetooth
DISH recently added a What’s Hot feature to the Hopper/Joey DVR system which we reviewed earlier this year. This new update displays the popular programs people are currently watching.
Enter to Win: Moshi Audio Keramo Earphones!
Moshi Audio is giving away a pair of Keramo Headphones to two (2) lucky entrants! All you need to do is visit our forum and answer a question to enter.
Walt Disney Acquires Star Wars (LucasFilm Ltd) - Star Wars Episode 7 Announced!
The Walt Disney Company has just agreed to acquire Lucasfilm Ltd. in a stock and cash transaction. Disney now owns Star Wars, Pixar and Marvel.
Hobbit to be Released in Dolby Atmos
Forget 3D, this year, The Hobbit will be released with the new Dolby Atmos surround technology. Dolby Atmos is a new immersive sound system that uses 2 extra arrays of overhead "environment" speakers.
CEA Says "Ultra HD" Name to Replace 4K
The CEA has released the designation of "Ultra HD" or "Ultra High Definition" to refer to 4K displays. According to research, consumers find the name "Ultra HD" to be more helpful than 4K.
DTS Play-Fi Wireless HD Audio Streaming Unveiled
Play-Fi is the new audio streaming solution from DTS that promises lossless audio streaming wirelessly from your Android phone/tablet to a compatible speaker/receiver.
WiSA Compliance Test Specifications Released
We have been excited about the WiSA (Wireless Speaker & Audio) Association ever since they were established in 2011. Now we know the details, and they do not disappoint.
Polk Audio Announces a Free Weekly Music Download
Beginning September 1st, 2012, Polk Audio will offer a free MP3 download on their website every week. Wow, a new website, a new logo, and now the announcement of a free weekly MP3 download!
WiSA Releases Industry’s First Compliance Test Specification for Interoperability Between Wireless Speakers & Electronics
WiSA Releases Industry’s First Compliance Test Specification for Interoperability Between Wireless Speakers & Electronics. They will be demoing a full 7.1 wireless system at CEDIA Sept 5-8th, 2012.
Super Hi-Vision 8K TV Standard Approved
4K isn't even out, but a recent editorial at the BBC News states that the United Nations ITU communication standards setting agency has just approved Super Hi-Vision 8K as a standard.