Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[This is what native 4K home cinema looks like on Sony's VPL-VW1000ES projector]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/#comments This is what native 4K home cinema looks like on Sony's VPL-VW1000ES projector

Why are folks so keyed up about 4K? At first glance, that's the type of question that answers itself: by definition, a 4096-pixel wide image delivers around four times the resolution of 1920 x 1080, and that's a healthy multiple. It's actually of a broadly similar magnitude to the difference between 1080p and old-fashioned analog NTSC video, and nobody these days questions the value of that upgrade. On the other hand, there must come a point where pixels cease to be visible in a home theater environment, such that buying more of them at inflated prices stops being worth it. Sure, 4K can be a big help with 3D footage, because it boosts the resolution to each eye -- something we experienced with the REDray projector. But what about regular 2D material, which is still very much the default viewing option? That question's been nagging at us, so when Sony invited us back for a second look at its 4K projector, the VPL-VW1000ES, this time with full-throttle native 4K source material rather than just upscaled 1080p, we turned up with a tape measure. Read on for what came next.

Gallery: Sony VPL-VW1000ES native 4K projector

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Netflix on new Apple TV supports 1080p, all boxes get integrated signup and pay via iTunes originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It looks like we were blind-sided a little by that decidedly iPad-esque invite, because Apple has something more for us -- it's just announced the latest iteration of Apple TV and it can do 1080p video. The new UI inches slightly closer to iOS territory, with a splash of new color and a whole range of third-party apps willing to play with the new box. This includes access to Photo Stream alongside old favorites like Netflix, Flickr and YouTube. Expect improved connectivity to the iCloud (including your movie content) and better integration of your iTunes playlists directly from the refreshed UI. The good news: the price is going nowhere -- the new model matches the 2010 version at $99. The bad? You'll have to wait until next week to get your hands on one. Pre-orders start today.

Gallery: Meet the new 1080p Apple TV


Gallery: Apple reveals new Apple TV, does 1080p video



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[Thanks, Gideon]

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Update: We've just confirmed that the Beam isn't loaded with a whopping 6GB of RAM as we initially reported. As it turns out, the device is actually packing 768MB of RAM (which is 6 gigabits, by the way). You can check out our hands-on with the device here for more details.

Gallery: Samsung Galaxy Beam

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Samsung unveils new Galaxy Beam smartphone / projector combo with dual core CPU originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The walls of Las Vegas casinos -- devoid of clocks and windows -- form chambers in which time loses its mastery over the existence of those who dwell within them. So is it too for the products on display at CES, which run the gamut from things currently in stores to concept products that may not materialize for years, if ever.

Nonetheless, with Mobile World Congress and the CTIA Wireless show still vying for the attention of handset introductions and Apple and Microsoft relying more on their own events for major PC OS announcements, television remains a staple of the show, with nearly all major U.S. brands having a presence on the show floor or off-site. At CES 2012, one can surely still expect a lot of focus on 3D television. Increasingly, though, three other "D"s are coming to represent the direction of television.

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Switched On: The three Ds of CES TV originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Cisco hangs up on Umi 'Personal Telepresence' flop originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You may not love NASCAR or understand the sheer thrill of watching cars drive in circles for several hundred laps, but you've got to respect the technology. Today, Telesteam announced its Instant Replay system for NASCAR race officials. The multichannel video player, which will debut at the start of the 2012 race season, provides instant capture and display of up to 18 high-definition 720p camera feeds and will allow officials to quickly view detailed information about on-track aspects of the race. The system uses Telestream's Pipeline HD video capture system to simultaneously acquire multiple camera feeds in Apple ProRes 720p as well as other HD and SD formats before delivering them to shared storage. Once captured, the video streams can be viewed from different camera angles with quick locations being customized for each race. Telestream will be demoing the instant Replay system at the Sports Video Group's League Technology Summit in New York City this week, and to celebrate, the governor has mandated that all vehicles make only left turns through Sunday. Kidding.

Telestream announces Instant Replay system for NASCAR officials, gets the checkered HD flag originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking to step your game up when capturing surfing footage from atop your longboard? Swann is aiming to lend a helping hand with its newfangled Freestyle HD wearable video camera. This offering is the company's first that sports a detachable 1.5-inch LCD viewer for taking a peek at your 1080p video capture in real-time -- which you can capture at up to 30 fps. You'll also be able to snap eight megapixel JPEGs should you so choose with 3x digital zoom at your disposal. Waterproof at depths up to 65 feet, the Freestyle HD can be helmet-mounted, attached to your favorite fixed-gear or the roof of your rally car via the three included mounting brackets. The camera will connect directly to an HDTV for viewing, or you can hop over to a PC via a microSD card or USB transfer. You can expect 2.5-hour battery life and a $279 price tag to boot -- too bad that flight to the southern hemisphere isn't nearly as affordable.

Gallery: Swann Freestyle HD press photos

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Swann releases Freestyle HD, begs you to capture 1080p underwater via LCD viewer originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1.5-inch LCD screen1.5-inchLcdScreen1080p30fps8MP camera8mpCameracamcordercameraHDhead mounted cameraHeadMountedCamerahigh definitionHighDefinitionHMCLCDLCD screenLcdScreenruggedsports camerasportscamSportsCameraswannSwann SecuritySwannSecurityUSBwaterproofMon, 07 Nov 2011 15:11:00 EST<![CDATA[Drift Innovation unveils compact Drift HD, still up for your extreme antics (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/27/drift-innovation-unveils-compact-drift-hd-still-up-for-your-ext/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/27/drift-innovation-unveils-compact-drift-hd-still-up-for-your-ext/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/27/drift-innovation-unveils-compact-drift-hd-still-up-for-your-ext/#comments Fan of recording extreme death-defying stunts, yet find your current helmet cam just too darn unwieldy? Drift's creatively named Drift HD might fit the bill, as the firm's managed to cram the 170-degree field of view rotatable lens / LCD combo from the HD170, into a 25 percent smaller package. The nine megapixel 1080p shooter also features a bevy of redesigned mounts, a replaceable lens and support for 32GB microSD cards, allowing it to keep chuggin' where lesser cameras would have otherwise called it quits. Connectivity junkies will also swoon at the inclusion of micro-HDMI and a 2.5mm microphone input. We weren't exactly smitten with the HD170, but this $369 makeover might be enough to change our minds. If you're dying to find out for yourself, the Drift HD will be available August 31st, but do us a favor and keep your eyes on the snow -- we wouldn't want you to end up like this guy.

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International expansion plans for TiVo don't stop with the UK, as it will be a key part of Spanish cable operator ONO's new high definition service that launches in September. Gizmo Lovers points out an article detailing the ten channel package that will kick things off, including Fox, Sony TV, MTV Live, TVE and Gol TV. While there's still not a lot of details available about the boxes themselves, our friends at Engadget Spanish also have information on the Cisco hardware that will get all of that HD flowing from the head end, and are probably a good place to keep an eye on if you're waiting for this TiVo to arrive.

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TiVo is set for a September launch in Spain with ONO originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 24 Jul 2011 23:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Australian networks backing off of HD sports broadcasts? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 04:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Panasonic's new suite of colorful camcorders hits stores this July, gets priced right now originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 11 Jun 2011 01:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If a 7-inch photo frame is perfect for grandma, think of Framed as an art display for the rest of us. (Assuming the rest of us have sky-high art budgets.) This 40-inch giant is based on a Samsung LED HDTV and powered by a Core i5 processor and Windows 7. Built-in 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi connects the digital canvas to a dedicated iOS app, which you'll use to purchase static and motion art and even manipulate content for display, using a virtual touchpad. Built-in speakers aren't a surprise, considering it's essentially a modified consumer HDTV, but there's also a camera and microphone -- for making your own art? No word on pricing or availability, but judging by the sample spaces used in the demo video (after the break), we're guessing that we don't fit within the designer's target demographic.

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Framed 40-inch digiframe for galleries, cafes, the insanely rich (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 May 2011 12:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Chicago's Adler Planetarium to start projecting 8K by 8K images from this July, put cinema screens to shame

Chicago's Adler Planetarium to start projecting 8K by 8K images from this July, put cinema screens to shame originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 26 Apr 2011 03:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Amazing Race's first season in HD starts this weekend originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 17 Feb 2011 12:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cbshdhigh definitionHighDefinitionreality tvRealityTvthe amazing raceTheAmazingRaceThu, 17 Feb 2011 12:42:00 EST<![CDATA[Formula One Management makes it official: 2011 season will be the first in HD]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/formula-one-management-makes-it-official-2011-season-will-be-th/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/formula-one-management-makes-it-official-2011-season-will-be-th/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/12/formula-one-management-makes-it-official-2011-season-will-be-th/#comments After many years of waiting we'll finally get to experience Formula 1 racing the way we should, in high definition. Sky Deutschland and the BBC have already confirmed they will carry the new HD feed, and formula One Management has confirmed it will be available to all host broadcasters and will include all track sessions in 42 Mb/s MPEG-2 form. The widescreen PAL feed we've been watching has been good enough to fool a few into believing what they saw on Speed HD and others was true HD, but we can't wait to see the difference when the season kicks off.

Update: Speed TV has also officially announced it will carry the HD signal for US viewers this season starting with the opener in Bahrain March 13 and installing 'continuous fiber service' to guarantee the best picture quality.

Formula One Management makes it official: 2011 season will be the first in HD originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Papal productions going HD for better views of the Holy See originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Formula 1 could see high definition broadcasts (except for in-car cameras) next year originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bernie ecclestoneBernieEcclestonef1formula 1Formula1hdhdtvhigh definitionHighDefinitionin carInCarracingsportsTue, 09 Nov 2010 10:51:00 EST<![CDATA[All seven seasons of The West Wing finally available in HD... but only online]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/all-seven-seasons-of-the-west-wing-finally-available-in-hd-bu/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/all-seven-seasons-of-the-west-wing-finally-available-in-hd-bu/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/all-seven-seasons-of-the-west-wing-finally-available-in-hd-bu/#comments Even though acclaimed TV series The West Wing was shot on film and six of the seven seasons were broadcast in high definition, until now the only way fans could get a copy was in standard definition. Now Warner's announced all seven seasons are available for purchase in high definition on digital distributors including iTunes and Amazon, with a $3/episode, $50/season price tag. After rumors we'd see the series on HD DVD and later Blu-ray it's great to get access to the show's high production values in higher resolution, but sadly we must note that at least on Amazon (we couldn't find any notes on iTunes) it only offers stereo audio -- an unfortunate loss for a series that won multiple awards for its sound production and features 5.1 Dolby Digital surround on DVD. How much that matters is a personal preference, but while Blu-ray quality might not be expected from downloads, it would be nice to at least get everything that's on the DVD with our downloads. Check after the break for a quick behind the scenes clip with Executive Producer Thomas Schlamme.

Continue reading All seven seasons of The West Wing finally available in HD... but only online

All seven seasons of The West Wing finally available in HD... but only online originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 23:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aaron sorkinAaronSorkinamazondigital downloadsDigitalDownloadshdhigh definitionHighDefinitioniTunesstereoSurround SoundSurroundSoundthe west wingTheWestWingwarwarner home videoWarnerHomeVideowhvFri, 05 Nov 2010 23:14:00 EST<![CDATA[ASUS WiCast EW2000 1080p streaming solution reviewed: 'lots of wires for wireless']]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/02/asus-wicast-ew2000-1080p-streaming-solution-reviewed-lots-of-w/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/02/asus-wicast-ew2000-1080p-streaming-solution-reviewed-lots-of-w/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/02/asus-wicast-ew2000-1080p-streaming-solution-reviewed-lots-of-w/#comments It's a modern day dilemma, really -- you'd love to hang that flat panel on your wall, but the wireless technologies available to mere mortals in the year 2010 just aren't up to snuff. Wireless power is a pipe dream, and even wireless HDMI has its drawbacks. Case in point: ASUS' new WiCast media streaming solution. Introduced last month in conjunction with Amimon, this high(er)-end streamer is theoretically capable of transmitting 1080p material over the air, with 3Gbps at its disposal. Trouble is, critics at AnandTech found that there were gobs of wires to connect before anything started to stream "wirelessly," and moreover, they noticed significant artifacting in Iron Man 2 even with just five feet separating the receiver and transmitter. The good news is that the WiCast isn't platform / machine-specific, but that luxury comes with a price -- you'll have to connect three cables (two USB and an HDMI) to your laptop and a receiver box to your HDTV. In the end, there seems to be just one real winner: Monoprice.

ASUS WiCast EW2000 1080p streaming solution reviewed: 'lots of wires for wireless' originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Logitech's Google TV offering to also handle HD video conferencing, challenge Cisco's upcoming solution? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Poll: Has broadcast HD picture quality gotten worse over the years? originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Cisco to announce high-def consumer telepresence device next week? originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pardon the Interruption, Around the Horn's new HD studios shown off in renderings originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: ASUS pinged us to say that it'll ship on September 15th for $199.99. Start saving!

Continue reading ASUS teams with Amimon on WiCast EW2000 1080p streamer

ASUS teams with Amimon on WiCast EW2000 1080p streamer originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Meanwhile, OLEDs (which don't require filters to produce their color) saw a nanotech breakthrough of their own last week, as a group at the University of Florida have discovered that carbon nanotubes can revitalize a once-inefficient but promising vertical stacking technique. Layering thin sheets of aluminum, carbon nanotubes, organic material and finally gold on top of a glass substrate, scientists have created OLEDs that promise to be cheaper, faster and require one-tenth of the power of those using polycrystalline silicon, and could theoretically be printed as a flexible display as well. Here's hoping we'll see the fruits of these fellows' labors soon -- we can't wait to pen a follow-up to this epic fight.

Nanotechnology enables ultra high-def LCDs, cheaper stacked-electrode OLED screens originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Andrew RinzlerAndrewRinzlercarbon nanotubesCarbonNanotubesdarpaHDhigh definitionHighDefinitionJay GuoJayGuoLCDnanotechnanotechnologyOLEDstacked electrodestacked-electrode OLEDStacked-electrodeOledStackedElectrodeUniversity of Floridauniversity of michiganUniversityOfFloridaUniversityOfMichiganFri, 27 Aug 2010 09:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Mitsubishi's upconverting technology takes 1080p to 4K x 2K, you to cloud nine]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/mitsubishis-upconverting-technology-takes-1080p-to-4k-x-2k-you/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/mitsubishis-upconverting-technology-takes-1080p-to-4k-x-2k-you/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/mitsubishis-upconverting-technology-takes-1080p-to-4k-x-2k-you/#comments So, there's good news and bad news, and we tend to prefer starting with the former. According to Akihabara News, Mitsubishi has whipped up an upscaling technology to end all upscaling technologies -- one that takes vanilla 1080p material to 4K x 2K without breaking a sweat. Now, for the less-than-awesome tidbit. For whatever reason, the tech is not yet compatible with Blu-ray content, and moreover, you're still nowhere close to being able to afford a 4K television or projector. Here's hoping this breakthrough makes 'em a wee bit more feasible for the layman, though.

Mitsubishi's upconverting technology takes 1080p to 4K x 2K, you to cloud nine originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Via Format War Central]

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[Via Format War Central]

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After the extravagant aesthetics of the World of Warcraft-branded mouse, SteelSeries has returned to its roots with a pair of ambidextrous high-definition mice. The laser-powered Xai grabs the major price tag of just under $80, and in exchange offers a 10.8-megapixels per second sensor, up to 5,001 CPI, and a design engineered in accordance with the whims of professional gamers. Most intriguing is the built-in LCD menu system, where you can fully configure the mouse and then store those settings within the peripheral itself, making for a consistent experience across multiple computers. The Kinzu is the slightly smaller, LCD-deprived optical brother of the Xai, and will set you back a more conservative $34.99 when the two mice, alongside a freshly polished new gaming surface, become available in August.

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SteelSeries adds Xai and Kinzu to gaming mouse family originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Another day, another ignorant article about high definition. This time it's Peter Bradshaw, film critic for Guardian.co.uk, claiming Humphrey Bogart would have any cameraman approximating a "high definition" effect thrown off the set. Blatantly ignoring the fact that movies of that era were made on 35mm film with more resolution than even 1080p Blu-ray can display, Bradshaw claims that instead of a HDTV, viewers would be better off with a standard definition projector and DVDs. This is all in response to a recent Sky ad campaign (check out the video with Sir Anthony Hopkins dropping in Rutger Hauer's Blade Runner monologue after the break, plus the original) promoting the broadcaster's new HD transfers, allowing home viewing of many older films in quality that would be impossible unless you'd seen it the first week in theaters, and with sound that likely surpasses anything available at the time. What someone should explain to Mr. Bradshaw and so many others with this misconception is that HDTV allows us to see the movie closer to the way it was meant to be seen when it was originally mastered, with all the detail that was present. Provided a high quality transfer, there's plenty of reasons to catch old flicks in a new format, so spread the word.

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UK film critic doesn't understand using HDTV to watch old movies, why kids are on his lawn originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Another day, another ignorant article about high definition. This time it's Peter Bradshaw, film critic for Guardian.co.uk, claiming Humphrey Bogart would have any cameraman approximating a "high definition" effect thrown off the set. Blatantly ignoring the fact that movies of that era were made on 35mm film with more resolution than even 1080p Blu-ray can display, Bradshaw claims that instead of a HDTV, viewers would be better off with a standard definition projector and DVDs. This is all in response to a recent Sky ad campaign (check out the video with Sir Anthony Hopkins dropping in Rutger Hauer's Blade Runner monologue after the break, plus the original) promoting the broadcaster's new HD transfers, allowing home viewing of many older films in quality that would be impossible unless you'd seen it the first week in theaters, and with sound that likely surpasses anything available at the time. What someone should explain to Mr. Bradshaw and so many others with this misconception is that HDTV allows us to see the movie closer to the way it was meant to be seen when it was originally mastered, with all the detail that was present. Provided a high quality transfer, there's plenty of reasons to catch old flicks in a new format, so spread the word.

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UK film critic doesn't understand using HDTV to watch old movies, why kids are on his lawn originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The first FIA World Championship has scheduled its switch to high definition -- unfortunately, it isn't F1. Still, World Touring Car Championship fans can expect sweet sweet HD from track side and RF cameras (on board is still 16:9 SD) on nine of the season's twelve events, starting in the third week from Marrakech. No word on which broadcasters will air the races in HD other than that "several" plan to, but we hope this is just a test run before we get a clearer view from all the Formula One events soon -- c'mon Bernie, you're not going to let NASCAR and Indy stay ahead, are you?

[Via F1SA]

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World Touring Car Championship is the first FIA racing series in HD originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you wanted to launch a videogame site in the old days all you needed was high school grammar and a bunch of grainy, 300 x 200 screencaps of Mario 64. Today's readers are a more fickle bunch, wanting monitor-busting screenshots and CPU-taxing HD videos of the latest Xbox 360 and PS3 titles. To cater to the sites who will cater to those gamers, Digital Foundry is launching the HDScope, a pixel-crunching, semi-portable PC designed explicitly for recording content in 480i, 576i, 480p, 720p, or 1080i via component or HDMI inputs. It sports a 7-inch touchscreen, meaning you can just plug this into the wall and start gathering footage from that exclusive (and oddly dusty) beta copy of Duke Nukem: Forever you scored. No word on price or availability, but launch a site full of random videos captured on one of these and you'll surely be swimming in ad revenue -- and outrageous hosting fees.

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Digital foundry's HDScope is the capture device for gamers who serve gamers videos about gaming originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you wanted to launch a videogame site in the old days all you needed was high school grammar and a bunch of grainy, 300 x 200 screencaps of Mario 64. Today's readers are a more fickle bunch, wanting monitor-busting screenshots and CPU-taxing HD videos of the latest Xbox 360 and PS3 titles. To cater to the sites who will cater to those gamers, Digital Foundry is launching the HDScope, a pixel-crunching, semi-portable PC designed explicitly for recording content in 480i, 576i, 480p, 720p, or 1080i via component or HDMI inputs. It sports a 7-inch touchscreen, meaning you can just plug this into the wall and start gathering footage from that exclusive (and oddly dusty) beta copy of Duke Nukem: Forever you scored. No word on price or availability, but launch a site full of random videos captured on one of these and you'll surely be swimming in ad revenue -- and outrageous hosting fees.

[Thanks, Dirk]

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Digital foundry's HDScope is the capture device for gamers who serve gamers videos about gaming originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Comedy Central HD launches today on Cablevision originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 13 Jan 2009 14:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sure, not every station's pulled out the Star Wars / Iron Man-style holograms for the 2008 election, but they're all trying to put shiny new HD studios to full use and get as many eyeballs as possible until things are decided. NBC & ABC immediately jumped out front at 7 p.m. with data pouring in on the widescreen edges of their HD feeds, with CNN waiting until states were decided to begin updating their lists. ABC's chosen to lean on its touchscreen display and forgo side graphics altogether, while despite Fox's claim as "America's Election HQ", with totally bare shoulders and boring sets, we're pointing our flatscreens elsewhere. PBS, despite airing the clearest, most high quality video available of three old guys at a table, has no slick touchscreens or HD graphics packages to speak of. Think about that as you check out the rest of the screens after the break, and during the next donation drive. Big Bird deserves better.

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Election '08 coming home in HD like never before originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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