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Blu-ray Movie Reviews
Coraline (Blu-ray)
David Vaughn  |  Jul 24, 2009

<IMG SRC="/images/archivesart/coraline.jpg" WIDTH=200 BORDER=0 ALIGN=RIGHT>Eleven-year-old Coraline Jones (voiced by Dakota Fanning) has just moved with her parents (Teri Hatcher and John Hodgman) to a new home in Oregon. With her parents distracted by work and no one to play with except an annoying boy, Wybie Lovat (Robert Bailey Jr.), she spends her time visiting her older neighbors. When she convinces herself that her new home is the most boring place on earth, she uncovers a secret door that leads to a parallel world much like her own&#151;but much better. Is the grass greener on the other side or is it all an illusion?

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Audio Video News
At last: King Crimson in surround
SV Staff  |  Jul 24, 2009
The U.S. release dates are finally official for the first batch of KC on DVD-A (yes, DVD-Audio): Sept. 22 for Red, Oct. 13 for In the Court of the Crimson King, and Oct. 27 for Lizard. And as we reported some time ago, the surround mixes are...
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Blu-ray Movie Reviews
Battlestar Galactica - The Complete Series (Blu-ray)
David Vaughn  |  Jul 24, 2009

<IMG SRC="/images/archivesart/bsg.jpg" WIDTH=200 BORDER=0 ALIGN=RIGHT>The Cylons were created by man to make life easier on the Twelve Colonies. Then one day, the Cylons decided to kill their masters. After a long and bloody struggle, an armistice was declared. The Cylons left for another world to call their own, and a remote space station was built where Cylons and humans could meet and maintain diplomatic relations. Every year, the Colonies sent a representative, and every year, the Cylons sent no one. Humans haven't seen or heard from the Cylons in over 40 years. Until now…

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HD Deals: "Halo 3 ODST" preorder
SV Staff  |  Jul 24, 2009
If you're excited about getting your hands on a copy of Halo 3: ODST when it hits stores this fall, why not pre order it here and receive a $10 gift card? Check out more HD and gadget deals* after the jump. True Blood: The Complete First...
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Custom Installation Equipment ReviewsCustom Installation How-ToHome Movie Theaters
PSB Redesigns Popular Series
Kim Wilson  |  Jul 24, 2009

PSB, the highly respected Canadian speaker manufacturer, has redesigned their highly acclaimed Image Series. Based on trickle down technology and styling from their flagship Synchrony series and the follow up Imagine series, PSB's Image series has been completely remodeled and equipped with the company's most current features and enhancements for an entirely new auditory experience.

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Custom Installation How-ToHome Movie Theaters
The Tree Trunk Theater
Kim Wilson Photography:Kim Christie  |  Jul 24, 2009

Retrofits always have their unique challenges and Canadian systems integrator Graytek was faced with a highly unusual challenge when designing this basement theater. The room had three tree trunk posts, which were part of the structural integrity of the home so they had to stay intact. Since they were in the middle of the room, it was necessary to work around them while still maximizing the screen size and seating area.

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Audio Video News
Sonic Solutions brings CinemaNow flicks to USB
SV Staff  |  Jul 24, 2009
Just when you thought Blu-ray Discs were the hot new format for playing your favorite film, Sonic Solutions has introduced a USB drive that plays movies, too. The digital media company has just announced a plan to bring CinemaNow flicks to USB...
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Audio Video News
Chips Ahoy: HDMI 1.4 Guts Almost Here
Mark Fleischmann  |  Jul 24, 2009
We've already reported on the arrival of the HDMI 1.4 standard. At that point, the chips supporting it were still in the works. But it looks as though they'll arrive later this year, and will probably get into products next year.
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HD Deals: Philips 42-inch HDTV for under $800
SV Staff  |  Jul 23, 2009
Baseball season is in full swing, so why not upgrade your viewing experience as the pennant races heat up with this Philips 42-inch HDTV for under $800. Check out more HD and gadget deals* after the jump.  Apple MacBook Pro...
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iPhone, iPod touch to Get BD-Live
Mark Fleischmann  |  Jul 23, 2009
BD-Live bonus features are coming to Apple's iPhone and iPod touch.
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