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ICv2 has learned that ADV Films has chosen the Blu-ray high definition format and plans to begin releasing high def versions of some titles as early as this spring. A highly placed source at the company told us that "frontlist is more important than catalogue right now," so the first high def releases will be the company's newest titles. The move to begin releasing Blu-ray versions of some new titles may have an impact on ADV's release schedule, as high def transfers will have to be prepared.If you'd like to read more, the entire article can be found here. Add a comment
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It is an exceptionnal event today, our dear boss (also the main developer of ConvertXtoDVD) has turned 40 years today. So we have decided to do a very special discount of 40% (even on the Goldmembership which is the package of all our software with unlimited lifetime upgrades) ONLY today.What are you waiting for? Head on over to the VSO Software website and take advantage of this sale before its over. Add a comment
This special offer is available by typing "boss40y" in the discount coupon area of your order, it is only available if you buy with avangate payment system (the default method)
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ASUS Triton 75 CPU Cooler @TweakTown
Booq Mamba Sling Laptop Bag @ThinkComputers.org
MSI K9A2 Platinum AMD 790FX Motherboard @HotHardware.com
NZXT Cryo LX Notebook Cooler @Bigbruin.com
Origen S21T Motorized 12.1" Touch Screen HTPC Enclosure @Madshrimps
Razer Lachesis Mouse And Destructor Pad @BCCHardware
Samsung LN-T4681FX LED Backlight 46" 1080P HDTV @BCCHardware
Sapphire Radeon HD3870 ATOMIC @TweakPC
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List of Updates:If you'd like to give it a try, the update can be downloaded for free from CyberLink's website. Add a comment
- Support BD-Video Profile 1.1.
- Improves BD-Java compatibility to enhance interactivity with some BD-ROMs.
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CyberLink Corp. (5203.TW), today announced it is participating in the formation of a joint HD DVD patent license based on its ownership of a patent determined to be essential to the HD DVD standard.If you'd like to read more, CyberLink's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
CyberLink's patent relates to the specifications for interactive content over a network for prerecorded HD-DVD Discs, for playback according to the DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO (HD DVD-Video).
"Innovation is the key to CyberLink delivering leading products to our customers as well as sustaining long-term business success," said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink. "We're extremely proud be a part of a group of essential HD DVD patent owners who have come together voluntarily for the purpose of forming a joint license, as this is testament to the strength of our core technology."
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Antec True Power Quattro 850W Power Supply @HardwareLogic.com
AutumnWave OnAir HDTV-GT USB ATSC/NTSC Tuner/Receiver @ThinkComputers.org
Crucial Ballistix DDR3 PC3-12800 2GB Memory @BCCHardware
ECS GeForce 8800GT Accelero S1 512MB @TweakTown
Galaxy Tvisto Pro Digital Media Enclosure @ThinkComputers.org
HighPoint RocketRAID 3520 SATA Raid Controller @TechwareLabs
Microsoft LifeCam VX-7000 USB Webcam @Everything USB
MSI P7N SLI Platinum Motherboard @Hardware Zone
NZXT Rogue Super Cube @TweakPC
Seasonic M12II 500watt Power Supply @TweakTown
Thermaltake NBcool T2000 Notebook Cooler @TechwareLabs
Thermalright Ultima-90 Heatpipe CPU Cooler @Bigbruin.com
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In this review we'll take a look at the features found on the BC-1205PT and see how it compares to some of the Blu-ray drives from the competition. Does ASUS's new combo drive have what it takes? You'll have to read the review to find out.
If you have any comments or questions about this review or the ASUS BC-1205PT, please post them in the forum. Add a comment
ASUS BC-1205PT Blu-ray Combo
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The Gateway GM5664 desktop PC is available now for $1,149.99. More information, including a full list of specs, can be found here. Add a comment
With the ability to watch live TV and breeze through the most intense media demands, the Gateway GM Series of PCs are ideal entertainment supercenters. The ultimate PC for media-hungry users, they feature the high-performance horse power needed for playing the latest games and blazing through processor-intensive programs.
Gateway’s newest addition to the line, the GM5664 desktop, is ideal for those interested in extreme gaming, digital photo and video editing, watching TV or movies and storing a massive media library.
The new Hybrid-SuperMulti drive lets customers watch both Blu-Ray and HD-DVDs, and features burning capability on any type of DVD or CD disc. Rounding out this media supercenter is an integrated TV tuner with remote control, so consumers can watch, pause and record their favorite live programming.
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WD's My Passport Essential USB Drives are available now, with the 320GB version retailing for about $199.99. Full details can be found here. Add a comment
WD (NYSE: WDC) today introduced its new My Passport Essential Portable USB Drives. Redesigned to complement WD's popular My Book family of external drives, the drives introduce a sleek new form that feels good in your hand and fits neatly in a pocket or purse. Available now at select retailers and at WD's online store (www.shopwd.com), the new My Passport Essential USB Drives feature a beautiful glossy black finish and put almost a third of a terabyte of digital storage in the palm of your hand.
Weighing in at less than 5 ounces, My Passport Essential Drives are light and compact to carry and because they are bus powered, they do not need an external power adapter. Equipped with sync and encryption software (Windows-compatible only), this lightweight drive with mega-capacity, makes it easy to securely carry thousands of songs, or videos or photos.
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Sonic Solutions (NASDAQ: SNIC), the leader in digital media software, today announced that its Professional Products Group will focus its research and development resources on the creation of new applications for cutting-edge authoring of Blu-ray Disc titles that encompass the interactive and connected-content capabilities of BD-Live. The group will also increase resource allocation on developing its encoding and title creation applications that streamline the process of preparing video entertainment for digital distribution. In order to address these emerging market opportunities and optimize investment return, the Professional Products Group will conclude sales of its Scenarist HD DVD authoring product line.Things aren't looking good for HD DVD. Without products like Scenarist, its going to be much harder for studios to get their titles ready for release. If you'd like to read more, Sonic's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
"Extending Sonic's long history of commitment and support for the professional sector, we are aligning our professional product portfolio to address the evolving needs of our high-end customers," said Dave Habiger, president and CEO, Sonic Solutions. "Our Professional Products Group plays a significant role in supporting the development of high-definition formats, including the contribution of core IP to HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc joint portfolio licenses. Going forward, the group will direct its considerable format expertise on helping our professional customers fulfill the richly interactive promise of Blu-ray Disc including BD-Live, and aligning with a broader company strategy to enable the secure and efficient digital-distribution of video entertainment."
