Yearly Archives: 2011

Sony has launched a public space for UFC gaming fans on PlayStation Home called the UFC Octagon. Although almost six months ahead of the release of UFC Undisputed 3 on January 3, 2012, the Home space contains training games, trivia and rewards. Sony's not missing any opportunities to sell you memorabilia such as posters, fight gear and furniture in anticipation of the PlayStation 3-exclusive release.

ENCORE, owned by Starz Entertainment LLC, has announced the production of the network's first original programming. The mini-series "Moby Dick" premiering August 1 at 8pm ET/PT stars William Hurt, Ethan Hawke, and Gillian Anderson. The show is a new take on the classic book by Herman Melville and will run for 3 hours on consecutive nights from August 1-2.

Netflix is in the news yet once again as the company announced renewal of a multiyear television and film agreement with NBCUniversal. That means past seasons of NBC shows "The Office," "30 Rock," "Parenthood," Law and Order: SVU" and "The Event" will be available to Instant Watch. Shows from NBC Universal's cable networks will also be available such as "Warehouse 13," "Psych," "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and "Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane."

Sony is now shipping a thin design laptop made of aluminum and carbon fiber chassis that weighs just 2.5-pounds. The VAIO Z Series portable...

Just as Netflix launched a $7.99 unlimited one DVD-by-mail plan, the company announced separation of streaming and disc plans, and a rate increase for combined services. If you need two DVDs out at-a-time, the cost is $11.99 per month. And, the streaming-only plan will remain at $7.99 per month. For a combination of both, the

Netflix is now offering a DVD-by-mail plan that lets you rent as many discs as you want for $7.99 per month. (Note: streaming is not included.) The company says this is their lowest price ever offered for unlimited DVD rentals (formerly $9.99 per month). The plan boasts no late fees, cancellation anytime, and delivery in about 1 business day. Guess Netflix isn't quite ready to go streaming-only after all. USPS must be smiling.

I've got Planet Earth on both HD DVD and Blu-ray, and already considering the upcoming Special & Limited Editions from Warner scheduled to hit shelves October 4th. The Limited Edition comes packaged in, get this, an earth globe that opens to reveal 6 Blu-ray Discs as well as 4 exclusive art cards. The Limited Edition globe will list for $99 MSRP.

According to TVPredictions, satellite TV provider DIRECTV may add four new HD channels to their lineup this month. The premium channels expected to launch on July 27 include 5 Star Max, HBO 2 West, @Max and WMax East. The online publication cites emails from readers as well as Wikipedia references.

Amazon's Blu-ray Deal of the Week this time includes Alien, Aliens, Alien 3, and Alien: Resurrection all dropped down 64% to $12.49 each. All four...

Starting in August, Sky TV customers will have access to Sky Go, Sky's new mobile television service which combines Sky Player and Sky Mobile TV.