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Samsung & Google Unveil Eclipsa: A New Royalty Free Immersive Surround Audio Format!

— January 13, 2025 00:00

Samsung & Google Unveil Eclipsa: A New Royalty Free Immersive Surround Audio Format!

Eclipsa Audio, a new immersive format developed by Samsung & Google, will be supported by Samsung’s 2025 TVs and Soundbars. Unlike Atmos, Eclipsa Audio is open-source & royalty-free. Should Dolby worry?

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Audyssey Announces Low Frequency Containment (LFC) Technology

— April 11, 2011 03:00

Audyssey Announces Low Frequency Containment (LFC) Technology

Audyssey announced its new Audyssey Low Frequency Containment, or Audyssey LFC. The new technology supposedly prevents low frequencies from traveling through walls.

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Da‑Lite Announces Merger with Chief and Sanus!

— April 07, 2011 23:40

Da-Lite Announces Merger with Chief and Sanus!

In what is potentially a huge merger in the custom installation industry, Da-Lite has initiated an agreement to combine with both Sanus and Chief - whose parent company is Milestone AV Technologies.

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Samsung Revolutionizes 3D!!!

— April 07, 2011 10:50

Samsung Revolutionizes 3D!!!

In an effort to utterly revolutionize 3D television as we know it, Samsung, beginning on April 24, will provide not ONE, but TWO pairs of 3D active glasses for its entire 3D TV lineup.

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TBS and Next3D Partner to Bring 3D to Consumers

— April 06, 2011 04:05

TBS and Next3D Partner to Bring 3D to Consumers

Next3D and Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) have united to deploy 3D technology for the live production and streaming of Live events. The partnership harnesses Next3D's stereoscopic technology.

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Panasonic Adds Sports Apps to VIERA TVs

— April 06, 2011 03:40

Panasonic Adds Sports Apps to VIERA TVs

Panasonic introduced some professional sports apps for baseball as well as basketball on its latest line of VIERA Connect-enabled HDTVs.

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Premier Mounts IPM‑700 iPad Wall Mount Preview

— March 29, 2011 21:42

Premier Mounts IPM-700 iPad Wall Mount Preview

Digital signage used to be super expensive and require the use of special displays that could hold up to continuous use. If you wanted touchscreen technology - fageddaboudit, that was ridiculously

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A Heartfelt Goodbye to Gary Altunian

— March 21, 2011 14:15

A Heartfelt Goodbye to Gary Altunian

Gary was 59 and a native of Southern California. He was director of training and development at The Federated Group from 1975 to 1988. He passed away March 15 after fighting cancer for several years.

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Denon, Marantz Manufacturing Plant Hit by Japan Earthquake

— March 18, 2011 10:12

Denon, Marantz Manufacturing Plant Hit by Japan Earthquake

D&M Holdings gave a statement this week that its factory in Shirakawa, Japan is going to be closed until next week as a result of some severe damage from last week's intense 9.0 offshore earthquake.

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Netflix to Stream Original Series with House of Cards

— March 18, 2011 09:55

Netflix to Stream Original Series with House of Cards

Kevin Spacey must love Netflix. It what is brand new ground for the streaming Goliath, Netflix just outbid several significant cable networks, including HBO and AMC to get the new House of Cards drama

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DISH Remote Access ‑ First on iPad

— March 16, 2011 10:28

DISH Remote Access - First on iPad

With the DISH Remote Access app for iPad you can whip out your iPad or iPhone to set your DVR, record shows, manage your programs, or even use your device like a fully-functioning remote control.

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NuVo Announces Music Port Elite Online Classes

— March 10, 2011 01:55

NuVo Announces Music Port Elite Online Classes

The Music Port is NuVo's "most dynamic" source component. The Standard Music Port (MPS4) and the Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) bring four versatile sources into a home through one compact unit.

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Star Wars Episode 1 3D Theatrical Release Date is February 14, 2012

— March 09, 2011 11:43

Star Wars Episode 1 3D Theatrical Release Date is February 14, 2012

I can't wait to see Star Wars again. I mean, it's been almost 3 years since I wrote George Lucas a check - the man is clearly due. Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace hits theaters April 14, 2012.

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Wolfson Intros Programmable Standalone Audio DSP

— March 08, 2011 01:10

Wolfson Intros Programmable Standalone Audio DSP

Wolfson Microelectronics plc announced the next step in its journey towards delivering a complete (HD) audio solution by unveiling the WM0010, Wolfson’s first ever fully programmable standalone DSP.

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Sceptre Adds Colors to Galaxy Series Ultra‑Slim 24‑inch LED HDTVs

— March 07, 2011 01:25

Sceptre Adds Colors to Galaxy Series Ultra-Slim 24-inch LED HDTVs

Sceptre announced the introduction of colors in its Galaxy Series 24-inch LED widescreen HDTV. The ultra slim, lightweight LED HDTV boasting 1920 x 1080 resolution and rapid 5 ms response time.

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Sonos Introduces Its Controller for Android

— March 04, 2011 01:35

Sonos Introduces Its Controller for Android

Sonos introduced the Sonos Controller for Android this week, a free app that transforms most Android smartphones into a wireless music controller for the company's Multi-Room Music System.

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Atlona Si and Signature Matrix Switchers Receive Control4 Certification

— March 03, 2011 18:49

Atlona Si and Signature Matrix Switchers Receive Control4 Certification

Atlona Technologies today announced that the company's Si and Signature line matrix switchers have earned Control4 certification, ensuring compatibility and smooth integration with Control4.

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Verismo Networks Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway Preview

— March 03, 2011 01:45

Verismo Networks Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway Preview

Verismo Networks announced this week a Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway targeted at Service Providers (Telcos, ISPs, MSOs) who wish to expand their reach by offering Triple Play services.

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D‑Link and Boxee Add Netflix and VUDU

— March 02, 2011 03:25

D-Link and Boxee Add Netflix and VUDU

Expanding content options available to users, D-Link and Boxee announced this week that the award-winning Boxee Box by D-Link now features support for both Netflix and VUDU.

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RBH Sound Revamps Loudspeaker Website

— March 02, 2011 00:15

RBH Sound Revamps Loudspeaker Website

RBH Sound today announced the launch of the company's new website www.rbhsound.com. The new website reflects the company's commitment to its customers and consumers by incorporating many enhancements.

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Apple Leads the Charge to hi‑fi Digital Music

— February 28, 2011 14:30

Apple Leads the Charge to hi-fi Digital Music

Apple wants you to blow the speakers on your iPad 2 with 24-bit panache! Apple and other music retailers to begin dealing in uncompressed, high res digital audio files.

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Blockbuster Starts Bankruptcy Sell‑off Process

— February 25, 2011 04:15

Blockbuster Starts Bankruptcy Sell-off Process

In what is undoubtedly a living example of the end of an era in our time, Blockbuster Inc, which once dominated the home movie rental industry filed for bankruptcy last year and is closing.

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Premier Mounts Releases IPM‑300 Flexible iPad Mount

— February 25, 2011 03:50

Premier Mounts Releases IPM-300 Flexible iPad Mount

Premier Mounts' hopes to add flexibility and ease of use to your home, office or boardroom with their new Adjustable Mobile Stand for the iPad (IPM-300) or Kindle.

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NXE Announces ActiveSLEEVE Universal iPod Sport Arm Sleeve

— February 25, 2011 01:25

NXE Announces ActiveSLEEVE Universal iPod Sport Arm Sleeve

NXE announced the ActiveSLEEVE Arm Sleeve, an extremely lightweight and breathable arm sleeve that allows active individuals accessibility and enjoyment of iPods, iPhones and other MP3 devices.

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Exclusive: Sony Electronics Briefing ‑ 3D, Bravia, Blu‑ray

— February 24, 2011 15:20

Exclusive: Sony Electronics Briefing - 3D, Bravia, Blu-ray

We are currently listening to and participating in a webcast with Sony Electronics, centering mainly on how Sony is trying to redefine TV. We'll be posting and explaining the event live...

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Cineak Debuts Zero Gravity Sienna Chairs

— February 24, 2011 03:15

Cineak Debuts Zero Gravity Sienna Chairs

Cineak announced a new chair - the Sienna, a truly innovative option for your next theater or media room. Designed with weightless comfort in mind, the Sienna reclines with a zero-gravity mechanism.

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4i Concepts Announces 4iThumbs2 Keypad Overlay for iPhone

— February 24, 2011 01:40

4i Concepts Announces 4iThumbs2 Keypad Overlay for iPhone

4i Concepts, New-York based developer of unique iDevice accessories, will begin shipping the 4iThumbs2 this week, the only ridged overlay screen designed to guide typing on the iPhone.

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Denon Announces Firmware & Hardware Upgrade for AVR‑5308CI / AVP‑A1HDCI

— February 22, 2011 04:55

Denon Announces Firmware & Hardware Upgrade for AVR-5308CI / AVP-A1HDCI

Denon Electronics, a manufacturer of home entertainment components, will offer a firmware update to its flagship AVR-5308CI A/V Receiver and AVP-A1HDCI A/V Home Theater/MultiMedia Preamplifier.

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HDMI Licensing Working with US Customs to Crack Counterfeits

— February 22, 2011 01:00

HDMI Licensing Working with US Customs to Crack Counterfeits

Since January 2010, 32 shipments containing counterfeit HDMI products such as cables and adapters, DVD players and electronic projectors have been seized or destroyed at U.S. ports.