Amazon Fights Back with 99-Cent HD TV Show Purchases

September 2nd, 2010 | By TheL1T1G4T0R

Whoa. Take this as a lesson. Competition is absolutely great for consumers and there’s no better example than the events that rocked the digital world yesterday.

Amazon.com has announced they will be selling HD episodes of ABC and FOX shows from now on for just 99-cents an episode. For those of you shaking your head in defiance like this isn’t a good deal…consider this.

If you still buy DVDS or Blu-Rays, you should know this is a huge discount. On the average, new season DVD or Blu-Ray packs cost over $30. With shows usually having around 20 episodes a season, you’ll be saving over $10 with each season. For example, the lowest price for Season 7 of 24 on Blu-Ray is $28 brand new. There’s only 24 episodes in that season…you do the math. Even more impressive…you’ll get the entire LOST series for $121 in HD while the Blu-Ray collection is $195.

Not only is it cheaper…but for people who love using XBMC, Windows Media Center, or other media center software, this is an absolute dream. You don’t have to worry about ripping files from your Blu-Rays or converting files from your DVR.

Sure Netflix and Hulu still offer media but you still don’t own it and the minute you stop paying that subscription fee, that media is gone. For all the people that pirate shows because of pricing, this is an immediate challenge to your claims. Immediate and legal distribution of high definition content for a very reasonable price is now available.

This is a huge step towards the “Digital Age.” Will this change the way you get your media? Will you cancel your cable if more big companies allow Amazon to sell their shows as well?

The Luxury PS3 TV Setup Will Have 3D Support in October

September 1st, 2010 | By Desz

For those rich enough to own a 3D enabled TV, you will have to wait an extra month to watch your 3D Blu-Rays…. or Blu-Ray. Sony announced today, during their FA press conference in Berlin, that the 3D Blu-Ray firmware update, originally set to release this September, will not be hitting the PlayStation 3 until October. Currently accepting donations for the “Sony 3D TV in my living room” fund.

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Apple Reveals New Products At Conference

September 1st, 2010 | By TheL1T1G4T0R

The new Apple TV features Ethernet, HDMI, optical audio outs, and USB plugs along with Wireless N support. The new Apple TV now allows streaming of 720p video from iTunes. Miss the last episode of Glee? No problem. Just pony up 99 cents and you can view it commercial free in HD glory. Perhaps you’re a Netflix subscriber. Well then you’re in luck because you can now stream Netflix videos with Apple TV as well.

Apple’s Newest Devices and Features:

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New Xbox 360 Controller with D-Pad Redesign Unveiled

August 31st, 2010 | By Desz

Microsoft is on a row. First; they announced the new pricing for Xbox LIVE, now Microsoft unveils an all new Xbox 360 controller with a D-Pad redesign for only $64.99.

The new controller will only be available with the Play & Charge Kit on November 9th in the U.S. and beginning early 2011 in the UK. Check out Major Nelson’s announcement video. (more…)

Sony Speaks on God of War 3 Near 3 Million, GoW3 PS3 Bundle Possibilities, and Ghost of Sparta

August 31st, 2010 | By Desz

I recently had a chance to talk with Eric Levine (Sony Product Manager), to ask him about God of War 3′s near 3 million sales mark, and whether Sony anticipated to have reached 3 million in only 6 month’s of God of War 3′s release, as well as the possibilities of a God of War 3 PS3 Bundle anytime soon. (more…)

New Releases on Blu-Ray and NetFlix

August 30th, 2010 | By TheL1T1G4T0R

Blu-Ray / DVD Releases on August 31, 2010

9th Company: Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray)
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy – The Rich Mahogany Edition (Blu-ray) (more…)

Is PlayStation Plus a Better Deal Now? Xbox Live Gets more Expensive

August 30th, 2010 | By Desz

With the recent price increase announcement of Xbox Live, does this make PlayStation Plus a better deal now? Xbox LIVE’s old pricing has always been a fair price considering the amount of features it delivers, and hopefully this price increase introduces new features that will make the extra $10 worth the change., but let’s not forget another great price the PSN offers, free 99. (more…)

Epic Mickey Collectors Edition Spotted, Game to have Wi-Fi Capabilities

August 30th, 2010 | By Desz

A true work of art is probably the best description to what we saw at E3 2010. Epic Mickey was hands down a beauty to look at and came with creative gameplay. Today, Toys R’ US has revealed the Epic Mickey Collector’s Edition Bundle that will also make use of the Wii’s Wi-Fi capabilities for something. Could it be Co-Op?

Check it out… (more…)