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HD DVD, Blu-Ray Media To Cost Only $5 Per Disc In 2008

As HD DVD and Blu-ray debate tirelessly raged on at CES, some disc makers said they expect cost-per-disc for HD DVD and Blu-ray media to fall to $5-ish levels. We were surprised to hear these numbers considering last year’s figure of double-digit prices, one of the halting points for new format growth.
Not all companies expect […]

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HD DVD Future Continues To Be Unknown

Toshiba took a costly hit last week at CES when Time Warner took their partnership away from HD DVD to Blu-ray exclusively. This happened just when CES was about to take place, putting Toshiba in an awkward position. You see, Toshiba had invested a lot of capital promoting HD DVD at the world’s largest tradeshow, […]

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Sansa View Pocket Video Player - An Interview

Over at Digital Media Thoughts, Jason Dunn has interviewed SanDisk’s Le Tran about the upcoming Sansa View Pocket Video Player. He writes:
When I travel, I really enjoy watching videos: TV shows, ripped DVDs, etc. Unfortunately I’m still seeking the ultimate device for portable video: something that combines a big, bright screen with a reasonable amount […]

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Vringo Video Ringtone Sharing Service Launches Beta

Vringo, the pioneer in next-generation mobile personalization, has announced the launch of a fun new way for mobile users to communicate with family and friends - via video ringtones (or Vringos). Vringo allows users to share short video clips each time they make a phone call. The service is available now to private beta users, […]

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Discover, Enjoy, And Share World Cinema With Jaman.com

Jaman.com, Inc. has unveiled a vibrant online community that delivers feature-length, international and American independent films in better-than-DVD quality to viewers around the world. With over 1000 films currently under license for distribution, Jaman will offer one of the largest libraries of award winning festival films, including the largest online library of Sundance festival films. […]

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Weddings On The Internet!

OK, folks - both Chris and I are getting married next month and we want to put our weddings on a Webcam - me because I have family and friends who won’t be able to attend, and Chris just because he’s that kind of a geek. We asked Jake for help, but he hasn’t […]

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See, Share and Relive Your Favorite Digital Photos With New Mustek Digital Picture Frames

Offering one of the largest and brightest viewing experiences in their price range, new PF Series digital picture frames from Mustek are essential accessories for every digital photography enthusiast. And they make the perfect holiday gift.
Available in 8-inch and 7-inch screen sizes, Mustek PF Series frames beautifully display hundreds of JPEG photos stored on SD, […]

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Verizon And Intel Bring Online PC Gaming To TVs

Verizon and Intel Corporation have collaborated to enable consumers to play popular PC games on their television sets through Intel Viiv technology-based PCs, making the games more enjoyable and accessible than ever before.
The companies will also market a version of PlayLinc, a new game messenger that provides a faster and more entertaining way to enjoy […]

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Exclusive Microsoft Zune Underground Video

We know that Microsoft has been pretty tight-lipped about its upcoming Zune device, so this video is particularly interesting. The crew over at The Bleeding Edge got into a super-secret, underground Zune party held in Seattle’s Tabella night club, and was able to capture an exclusive hands-on Zune video demonstration. The video focuses on the […]

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Intel Viiv Technology To Deliver Ads To TVs Through Internet

Intel Corporation and Omnicom Media Group (OMG), which includes global media agencies OMD Worldwide and PHD Network, today announced a collaboration to develop “10 foot” or large screen advertising templates for Internet-delivered advertising to TVs connected to Intel Viiv technology-based computers. The effort will connect content owners and advertisers to advance how interactive, broadband-delivered advertising […]

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Video: Walluminate, The DIY Light-Up LED Wallet

In this Bleeding Edge Byte episode, Nate True shows why the Walit doesn’t work when used in the real world, and instead creates his own better, brighter version. The Walluminate is made using a standard folding wallet, bright LEDs, and some other miscellaneous electronic components. The result is a wallet that brightens up your cash, […]

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Researchers Develop System To Thwart Unwanted Video And Still Photography

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have completed a prototype device that can block digital-camera function in a given area. Commercial versions of the technology could be used to stymie unwanted use of video or still cameras.
The prototype device, produced by a team in the Interactive and Intelligent Computing division of the Georgia Tech […]

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Shrek 2 Trailer Hits The Net

Shrek and Fiona return from their honeymoon to find a letter from Fiona’s parents inviting the newlyweds over for dinner. The only problem is that they have no idea that their daughter is now an ogre.

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Blake’s Seven Returns

And now for something really geeky. If any of you out there remember the cheesy BBC show, Blake’s Seven, it’s coming back. I am always leery of remakes, but I’d be interested to see where they go with this one.