Nikon Unveils Z 50, DX-Format Mirrorless ILC
Nikon recently introduced the latest addition to its Z series mirrorless interchangeable lens camera line in the Z 50, which is positioned at the lower end of the series range. The Nikon Z 50 rings in at an $856.95 retail for the body only, $996.95…
Netflix Ends Support For Certain Older Roku Players
If you are a long-time Roku streaming player user and subscriber to Netflix, it might be time to invest in a new Roku media player, integrated Roku TV or one of the brand new Roku Smart Soundbars. That’s because Netflix has announced that its new…
Dirac, RHA Collaborate On Earphone Optimization
Dirac, an Uppsala, Sweden-based developer of digital signal processing (DSP) technologies for home, PC and mobile electronics products, has entered a commercial agreement with British earphone manufacturer RHA to integrate Dirac audio algorithms into RHA earphones for expanded and customized listening experiences. The engineering teams…
IMAX Enhanced Celebrates First Year In The Market
It’s been a year since the IMAX Enhanced 4K HDR software and flagship consumer electronics certification program was launched. For most of that time the effort has focused on building the base of studios, distributors, manufacturers and retail partners. Now it’s consumer time. HD Guru…
CTA Establishes 8K Ultra HD TV Performance Specs
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and its member companies this week released specifications for 8K Ultra HDTV performance, which must be met to earn the organization’s new “8K Ultra HD” television certification logo. The CTA said the logo certification will begin to appear in models…
Fujifilm Unveils Compact X-A7 Mirrorless 4K/30p Camera
Fujifilm introduced Thursday the latest in it X series of mirror interchangeble lens cameras, model X-A7, offering 24.2 megapixel still image resolution and 4K/30p video in a compact, lightweight form factor. The Fujfifilm X-A7 will available in a kit that includes the company’s XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS…
Sony High-End UBP-X1100ES UHD Blu-ray Player Arrives
Sony Electronics expanded its 2019 Ultra HD Blu-ray player lineup this week by launching in the U.S. market the high-end UBP-X1100ES player targeting the custom installation market. The Sony UBP-X1100ES, available now at a $599.99 suggested retail price, is positioned to fill the void left…
LG SL8YG Sound Bar Offers Wide Atmos Sound Stage
LG unveiled at CES 2019 three premium sound bars, all supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D surround. We tested the opening price point model, SL8YG, and found it to offer impressively loud, expansive and realistic tones at a premium price, for sound bars in this…
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