High Def (HDTV) adult DVD's have arrived!
(ContentDesk) February 17, 2004--High Definition DVD's have finally arrived. The next generation of home entertainment - HDTV - offers a vastly superior image than standard TV.
It's like a moving photograph.
As prices have begun to drop, demand has naturally increased.
But until very recently, content in full High Definition resolution has been quite limited.
Many new High Def broadcast, satellite and cable channels have become available even within the past 6 months.
But consumers still can't go to the video store and rent a DVD that's in High Def.
That's about to change.High Def XXX (www.highdefxxx.com) has announced the release of the world's first adult High Def DVD, with 2 more titles soon to follow, and many more in the works.
They also report signing several preliminary deals ? including conversion of as many as 300 classic 1970's adult movies from 35mm to High Def DVD, and deals with several other adult video companies to co-produce &/or author their content to HD-DVD.
One such company, a Japanese-American joint venture - PAM Media (www.pamgroup.us) - is also working on an adult High Definition satellite network and will provide distribution of adult HD-DVD's in Japan and Korea.They project having as many as several hundred HD-DVD titles by the end of the year.Their DVD's actually contain both the High Def and standard def (NTSC) versions of the video on the same disc, on the same side.
Placed in a regular DVD player, they will automatically play the standard definition version.
In order to view the full High Def version, a computer is currently required ? although set-top HD-DVD players will soon be available.If you have an HDTV, you can connect to it directly from your computer to watch the full screen, High Def version.
If you don't yet own an HDTV (you will someday!), you can still see the video in full High Def resolution right on your computer monitor.
There are, of course, minimum specifications - approximately a 2 GHz PC or better. How does it work?
It's based on Microsoft's Windows Media 9 (WM9) codec and their newly announced A9 HD-DVD authoring specification.
WM9 is Microsoft's MPEG-4 derived codec, delivering similar quality to the MPEG-2 standard for about 1/3 the bandwidth / file size.
That means that it can fit onto today's red-laser DVD's - not requiring tomorrow's blue laser technology.
Will non-adult titles be available?
Absolutely.
We should start seeing feature film titles and other content by the end of the year.
But as with previous new entertainment media, including VHS, (standard) DVD and of course the internet, adult is leading the way..
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Sports and HDTV
March 30, 2003 has been a landmark day as far as HDTV broadcasting is concerned. On that day ESPN for the first time telecast sports on HDTV when they showed the a match from Major League Baseball between the Anaheim Angels and the Texas Rangers. From that day onwards sports buffs have realized how different their experience of sporting events can be with an HDTV. An HDTV can almost make you feel as if you have been transported to the box seat for the game. A complete audio-visual treat, HDTV makes the whole viewing experience life-like.
The best deal about this is you don't have to stand in a queue to get your tickets, need not worry about parking your car and other such hassles which you have to live up with if you go for a game, and yet, you will get to enjoy almost the same atmosphere that you have in the gaming arena.
There are three prime reasons to switch to HDTV:
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The Iroquois New York Installs Signeture TV-HD from LodgeNet to Deliver Full Range Of HDTV Content, Including Current Release Video-On-Demand Movies
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(ContentDesk) April 5, 2006 -- Located in the bustling hub of New York Citys Times Square, the Iroquois Hotel has added another lavish facet to their already luxurious offerings. Right around the corner from Bryant Park, the epicenter of New Yorks famous fashion week, the European-style Iroquois has been home to celebrities and sophisticated travelers alike pampering each patron with world-class provisions. The ground floor houses the American-French cuisine of Triomphe, one of the most critically lauded restaurants in the city. And now, as part of a recent multimillion-dollar renovation, the property has added high-end hotel entertainment to its list of superlatives that have upgraded the entire hotel to the 4-Star level and added luxury to every room making it one of the best lodging destinations in the Big Apple. The Iroquois...
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What is HDTV?
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Top 3 Ways To Buy An LCD TV
This may come as a surprise to you. Just like other types of big screen TVs, LCD flat screen TVs have some disadvantages, as well. Yes, it's true. For example, LCD TVs have lower contrast ratios than plasmas, because they have a harder time reproducing deep black and dark grays. Their screen also tend to be thicker than plasma screens.
However, a LCD flat screen TV is not susceptible to burn-in and usually is less expensive than plasma televisions.
LCD TVs also run cooler than plasma TVs, thereby minimizing the need for noisy fan cooling. Many LCD sets can double as a PC monitors, as well. In terms of longevity, LCD flat screen TVs can last up to 60,000 hours, whereas plasma TVs, on average, last 30,000 to 40,000 hours.
Ready To Buy a LCD Flat Screen TV?
So, you are all set to buy your first LCD flat screen TV? Cool! Here are some shopping tips before you set you mind on a particular model.
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Plasma TVs have been one of the most popular home entertainment solutions on the market for several years. They offer outstanding resolution and a quality picture and are usually capable of displaying HDTV signals, allowing you to watch all of your favourite HDTV programs. Compared to rear projection TVs, plasma technology offers some of the best viewing angles- no need to fight over the best seat anymore- and offer uniform screen brightness.But how does plasma technology work? It's pretty simple. Some form of inert gas- say Xenon, for example, is inserted between two plates, which are held together, between which are over two million pixels, capable of producing a mind-boggling array of colors. The gas is then energized by a charge which turns it into a viscous substance, creating an ultraviolet light, which allows each pixel to display the appropriate color.
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Eye glasses have really come a long way over the years when it comes to style and variety. However, there is no question that when it comes to showing off your good looks, contact lenses win over glasses hands down! You can buy contact lenses through your eye doctor or - what's even better - you can purchase them online. There are numerous brands of contacts; and each has their own special contact lens products that pertain to both general vision correction, and people who have special eye conditions.If...
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The Work Flow Cycle of the Editorial Industry
As an editorial professional, I'm sure you're aware of the market slump right now. What you may not be aware of is that this is due to more than just the economy.Editorial work is a seasonal profession. From mid-June through Labor Day and from Christmas through the end of January are usually pretty slow. If you are a regular reader of a newspaper, ever notice how thin it is during the summer ? especially the Help Wanted section? What is the point in bringing this to your attention? First, to get...
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Handing In Your Resignation and Serving Notice
Have you made the right choice? Before deciding to resign from your current position and move to a new employer, you should weigh up as objectively as possible all the relevant factors: remuneration, working environment, location, travel demands, training and development opportunities, promotional prospects, and your future bosses.Consider also what impact a job with the new company would have on your resume. Once you have received and accepted a formal written commitment from your new employer,...
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