Universal’s ‘Riddick’ trailer released

Universal Pictures has released a trailer for the sci-fi action film Riddick. It’s a been a while since we’ve seen Vin Diesel in a ‘Riddick’ film. And although Vin has popped up in several franchise video…

Netflix now hiding expiration dates from API to avoid another ‘Streampocalpyse’

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When nearly 1,800 Netflix titles vanished from their streaming library on May 1, the media had a field day. Now they’re making sure that doesn’t happen again.

NBC shows added to Amazon Prime Instant Video

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Amazon announced an expanded deal with NBC/Universal that brings new shows to the Prime Instant Video lineup. Starting today, Prime members can watch episodes from Grimm Season 1, Suits Season 1, and Covert Affairs Seasons 1-2….

DIRECTV offering free preview of HD EXTRA PACK

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Starting today, DIRECTV is offering a free preview of the HD EXTRA PACK. The add-on service package includes nine High Definition channels and usually costs an additional $4.99 per month. The channel lineup starts with Hallmark…

Sony Pictures releases 4k Blu-ray titles

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As a follow up to our earlier article about new Blu-ray Disc releases this week, let’s look a bit closer at what makes this Tuesday a bit special from other weeks. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has…

New Blu-ray, UltraViolet, and 4k releases this week

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It’s not a huge day for new Blu-ray Disc and UltraViolet titles, but the week is made significant by the release of several films to 4k resolution. 4k (also called Ultra HD) is four-times the current…

ABC launches Watch ABC app that streams live broadcasts

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ABC launched the Watch ABC app today that streams live broadcasts of both local and network programming to the Apple iPhone and iPad. The app replaces the former ABC Player app — following the same branding…

Netflix rates Internet Service Provider speeds

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Netflix has rated speeds from internet service providers during the month of April, and doesn’t it figure Google Fiber comes out on top at an average of 3.41Mbps (Megabytes Per Second). Listed second, Cablevision tops other…

Seth Meyers named for Late Night 2014

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NBC announced Saturday Night Live’s Seth Meyers will take over for Jimmy Fallon on Late Night in 2014. Fallon, who has hosted the the show since 2009, will move up next year to take over The…

FOX putting digital ahead of Blu-ray & DVD

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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will start selling more digital copies of films up to four weeks ahead of Blu-ray and DVD formats. This Tuesday, May 14, FOX will offer A Good Day to Die Hard in…

Gravity official HD teaser trailer from Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. has released the official teaser trailer for Gravity starring Oscar-winner Sandra Bullock and George Clooney. Gravity takes you to deep space where a space shuttle accident leaves astronauts drifting alone. The film was directed…

‘The Bourne Trilogy’ Blu-ray boxed-set just $25

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Here’s a sweet deal for ya’. Amazon has got The Bourne Trilogy on Blu-ray Disc for just $25 this week, a savings of almost 60% off the list price of $59.99. The Bourne Trilogy packs all…

“Friday Night Lights: The Complete Series” on Blu-ray just $40

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Want to get 60% off “Friday Night Lights: The Complete Series” on Blu-ray Disc? Amazon is offering the boxed set for just $39.99 today, a $60 discount off the list price of $99.99. (We looked up…

YouTube paid-channel service officially launches

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YouTube launched a paid-channel service to compete against the likes of Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, and other online video service providers. Except the streaming service runs on a slightly different subscription model, charging à…

‘The Host’ Blu-ray, DVD & UltraViolet release dates announced

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Universal Studios has announced the release date for The Host on Blu-ray Disc & DVD will be July 9, 2013, predated by an early digital release on June 25. The Blu-ray Combo Pack will contain the…

This week’s Blu-ray, Digital and UltraViolet releases

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What’s new on Blu-ray Disc, Digital Copy, and UltraViolet this week? Let’s start with Tom Cruise as investigator Jack Reacher. The 2-Disc Combo from Paramount includes Blu-ray, DVD, Digital, and UltraViolet copy of the film. Fringe:…

Hulu Plus app now available on Windows Phone 8

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The Hulu Plus app is now available for Windows Phone 8, product manager Karan Nischol announced today on the Hulu Blog. The 4MB app, available in the Windows Phone Store, lets you stream unlimited TV shows…

NOOK HD tablets get Google Play Android apps

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If you’re a NOOK HD owner your device just got a little more fun, as Barnes & Noble announced the NOOK HD and NOOK HD+ tablets now have access to Android apps on Google Play. The app…

Netflix loses nearly 1,800 streaming titles

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Did you hear that Whoosh noise this week? That was the sound of almost 1,800 Netflix streaming titles vanishing from their online library.

DISH Network adds FOX Sports San Diego

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DISH Network has added FOX Sports San Diego to their channel lineup. The network is available nationwide as part of DISH’s Multi-Sport service package, and in San Diego with DISH’s America’s Top 120+ service. FOX Sports…