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The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones, Volume Three: The Years of Change on DVD

Fri, 09 May 2008 02:23:07 PST

Just in time for Old Indiana Jones' long-awaited return, this final Paramount megaset is another treasure trove for history buffs, taking our impressionable hero around the world and back to Hollywood.

Indiana Jones: The Adventure Collection on DVD

Fri, 09 May 2008 01:42:46 PST

New bonus features help to spruce up the beloved adventure saga, reissued on DVD just in time for this summer's big-screen sequel.

The Black Crowes: Freak 'n' Roll... Into the Fog on Blu-ray Disc

Fri, 09 May 2008 01:12:53 PST

The Black Crowes got back together on their reunion tour in 2005 and proved they could still bang out some good, old fashioned rock and roll. It was captured in this spirited performance at the historical Fillmore Auditorium.

Sanyo PLV-Z2000 1080p Home Theater Projector: $1549.95

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:22:47 PST

Sanyo's excellent PLV-Z2000 1080p front projector is available from an authorized Sanyo dealer for a limited time for the unbelievably low price of $1549.95 after a $600 mail-in rebate.

The Criterion Collection Goes Blu-ray!

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:26:15 PST

The arthouse label--long known for its prestigious titles, meticulous transfers and copious extras--has announced a baker's dozen Blu-ray Discs for October and beyond.

Pioneer's New Blu-ray Disc Players Feature BonusView and Fast Load Times

Wed, 07 May 2008 19:20:38 PST

Pioneer's newly announced Blu-ray Disc players, the BDP-51FD and Pioneer Elite BDP-05FD feature an entirely new platform which vastly improves start-up and load times while enabling the BonusView feature (but still no BD-Live).

Pioneer Goes Big with KURO Home Theater Front Projector (PRO-FPJ1)

Wed, 07 May 2008 18:22:27 PST

Pioneer is extending their KURO brand to the front projection market with the new PRO-FPJ1 Elite Kuro Projector. It's a 3-chip LCoS-based 1080p projector with advanced calibration and set-up options, ideal for custom home theater installations.

Pioneer Bows New 2008 KURO Plasma HDTV Models: PDP-5020FD, PDP-6020FD

Wed, 07 May 2008 17:07:16 PST

Pioneer shows off its latest line of KURO plasma HDTVs, featuring even better contrast and black levels than last year's models, plus some unique new features.

Panasonic Debuts DMP-BD50 Blu-ray Player and SC-BT100 HTiB

Tue, 06 May 2008 19:30:07 PST

Panasonic showed their latest Blu-ray offerings in New York City this week: The imminent (and best-ever) DMP-BD50 and their first complete Blu-ray home-theater-in-a-box system, the SC-BT100.

Epson Home Cinema 1080 UB 1080p Home Theater Projector

Mon, 05 May 2008 21:00:07 PST

If front projection home theater is your game, check out Epson's latest 1080p projector, the Home Cinema 1080 UB. With excellent blacks (for an LCD projector), accurate colors and a relatively affordable price, Epson knocks one out of the park.

How Can I Play my iPod Through Multiple Sets of Home Speakers?

Mon, 05 May 2008 16:08:09 PST

A reader writes in asking whether a home theater receiver such as the Onkyo TX-SR606 will allow her to play back music from her iPod on multiple sets of speakers at the same time.

Samsung HL-T5087S 50-inch DLP HDTV with DDD 3D Starter Pack

Mon, 05 May 2008 14:21:21 PST

Color wheels? We don't need no stinking color wheels! Samsung introduces a bold alternative with this DLP HDTV with LED illumination, while its high refresh rate makes it a ready candidate for an optional 3-D solution. (Yes, 3-D.)

Sharkwater on Blu-ray Disc

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:59:41 PST

A fantastic and eye-opening film by first time filmmaker Rob Stewart that is guaranteed to not only alter one's perspective on sharks, but open one's eyes to the natural world around us.

ZvBox Brings PC, Internet Video Content to Your HDTV

Thu, 01 May 2008 07:00:31 PST

ZeeVee, Inc.'s new ZvBox promises to deliver PC and internet-based video content to any HDTV in your home using existing cable TV or coax antenna wiring. The device is expected to ship in June for a list price of $499.

Hitachi P50S601 50-inch Full HD 1080 Plasma HDTV: $1199 (Brand New)

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 22:47:15 PST

Hitachi's full high definition 1920x1080 plasma flat panel HDTV is currently on sale at TigerDirect for a full $1300 below its list price with a flat $99 shipping charge.

Paramount Goes Blu-ray. Again.

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:24:20 PST

The Mountain -- and that little DreamWorks fishing kid -- have officially reconfirmed their commitment to Blu-ray. But this time, they really mean it.

Sling Media Slingbox Solo

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:45:00 PST

The latest entry in the Slingbox product line allows you to tune into your standard definition or high definition television shows from across the room or across the globe with a low hardware cost and no monthly fees.

John Legend Live at The House of Blues on Blu-ray Disc

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:22:25 PST

Grammy winning R&B artist John Legend put on an excellent performance in concert for what was Sony-BMG's first Blu-ray concert disc release and the picture and sound quality don't disappoint either.

Disney/Buena Vista Subsidizes Blu-ray Disc Upgrades from DVD

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:26:45 PST

To help ease the transition from DVD to Blu-ray, Disney and sister company Buena Vista are offering a $10 rebate on Blu-ray purchases for those who already own select films on DVD.

Samsung Shows Off New HDTVs, Home Theater Systems and Blu-Ray Disc Player

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:43:39 PST

At a press event in New York City this week, Samsung showed off some of the latest entries in their HDTV, Blu-ray Disc and home theater product lines. Standout products include a 4th generation Blu-ray player for $399, a bluetooth-enabled HTiB and a 3D-ready plasma HDTV.