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The XGIMI HORIZON 20 Series projectors, unveiled at IFA 2025, mark a significant advancement in home theater projection technology.
The lineup includes the Horizon 20, Horizon 20 Pro, and Horizon 20 Max, offering brightness levels of 3200, 4100, and 5700 ISO lumens respectively.
Features include Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, 4K UHD resolution via pixel shifting, and advanced Intelligent Screen Adaptation (ISA) 5.0 for seamless setup.
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JMGO O2S Ultra 4K Projector**: Features ultra-short throw capabilities, projecting a 100-inch screen from 15 cm, with a 0.16:1 throw ratio.
Brightness and Color Technology**: Provides 3650 ISO lumens brightness, RGB 3-color laser engine MALC 3.0, achieving 110% BT.2020 color coverage and a 4000:1 contrast ratio.
Advanced Features**: Includes Dolby Vision, HDR10, DYNAUDIO speakers, automatic keystone correction, focus adjustment, screen fit, and AI-enhanced image resolution.
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The acclaimed anime film "時をかける少女" (The Girl Who Leapt Through Time), directed by Mamoru Hosoda, releases a new-priced Blu-ray and DVD edition on November 19.
Blu-ray is priced at ¥2,980 and DVD at ¥1,980, making the timeless classic more accessible to fans and collectors.
Originally released in 2006, this adaptation of Yasutaka Tsutsui's novel gained widespread popularity, leading to an eight-month extended theatrical run.
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Netflix's film "Shinkansen Daibakuha" will have a special Dolby Atmos screening on October 15 at Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro.
The screening includes a director's stage greeting by Director Higuchi at 6:30 PM.
Tickets are priced at ¥2,500, with lottery sales from October 8-10 and general sales starting October 11 via Ticket Pia.
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Dream Theater's new concert album marks their 40th anniversary:** Titled 'Quarantième: Live à Paris,' releasing November 28, 2025, through InsideOut Music/Sony Music.
Captured during the 40-year anniversary tour:** Recorded at the Paris Adidas Arena, showcasing performances from across their career, including tracks from the album 'Parasomnia.'
Special editions available:** Including a deluxe artbook with 3 CDs, 3 Blu-rays, a booklet, and additional bonus materials.
Philips introduces its Ambilight TVs in the US market, now featuring Roku OS for enhanced streaming and connectivity.
Ambilight technology projects color-matched lighting onto walls for immersive visual experiences synchronized with on-screen content.
Available models include 43", 50", 55", and 65" screens with 4K UHD resolution and HDR10 support.
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Xiaomi introduces the REDMI TV X 2026 featuring an 85-inch Mini LED display with 4K resolution (3840×2160 pixels) and 640 local dimming zones.
Display supports up to 288Hz refresh rate for gaming and achieves peak brightness of 1200 nits, ensuring vivid visuals.
Powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 processor, the TV includes 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, running on HyperOS 3 with AI optimization.
The TCL X11L introduces the SQD-Mini LED technology, promising enhanced color separation and thinner TV designs compared to RGB Mini LED.
Available in 75, 85, and 98-inch models, the largest features an unprecedented 20,736 dimming zones for superior image quality.
These TVs achieve a peak brightness of up to 10,000 nits, supporting HDR formats like HLG, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, and are IMAX Enhanced certified.
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The exclusive blu-ray edition of "Welcome to the Pleasuredome" offers a comprehensive Steven Wilson Dolby Atmos mix of the album and B-sides.
This release includes new 5.1 and stereo mixes, exclusive instrumentals, and a unique 30-minute "Supernova" remix of the title track.
Remastered in high-resolution audio (up to 96/24), it features both the 1984 original stereo mix and multiple 2025 updated mixes.
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Kate Bush announced the release of "Best of the Other Sides," a compilation on CD and vinyl, though tracklist details were initially withheld.
Complications with rights over her earlier albums influenced the track selection, omitting tracks from her first three albums and including newer material.
The WINGS anthology blu-ray, featuring 32 tracks remastered in Dolby Atmos and other formats, is back in stock due to high demand.
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The 40th anniversary of Tears For Fears' iconic 1985 album "Songs From The Big Chair" is marked by a reissue across multiple formats.
A special Blu-ray edition features a new Dolby Atmos mix by Steven Wilson, including updated 5.1 and stereo mixes.
Audio streams include 2025 Dolby Atmos, 5.1, and Hi-Res Stereo mixes, plus instrumental versions and the original 1985 remaster.
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Thin Lizzy's 1974 album "Nightlife" will be reissued as an SDE-exclusive Blu-ray (#54 in the Surround Series) on November 21, 2025, featuring 2025 Dolby Atmos, 5.1, Stereo, and Instrumental mixes by Richard Whittaker, alongside the original 1974 stereo mix and select tracks from its follow-up, "Fighting."*
A 7CD deluxe edition of "Nightlife" and "Fighting" includes new stereo mixes,...
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The Rolling Stones will reissue their 1976 album "Black and Blue" on November 14, 2025, across multiple premium physical formats.
Featuring a new 2025 Stereo Remix by Steven Wilson, the release includes a Dolby Atmos Mix and high-resolution stereo audio.
Deluxe box sets offer a 100-page book with exclusive photos, a replica concert poster, and unreleased live recordings from their 1976 tour.
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The Haier S90 features a 100-inch QLED display with 98% effective screen area and 432 zones of local dimming.
Display specifications include 93% DCI-P3 coverage, 1000 nits peak brightness, and dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000,000:1.
HDR10+ and Dolby Vision IQ support enhance visual quality, while technologies like TUV Low Blue Light ensure eye comfort.
Xiaomi introduces the TV S Pro Mini LED Series 2026, featuring 4K Ultra HD resolution and advanced Mini-LED backlighting with Quantum Dot technology.
These models support multiple HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, and HDR10, and achieve a peak brightness of 1700 nits.
Available in 55, 65, and 75-inch sizes, the TVs offer native 144 Hz refresh rates, with up to 288 Hz in Game Boost mode at 1080p resolution.
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Disney+ is increasing subscription prices in Germany, effective soon, with a rise of €1-2 for each plan tier.
The new prices will be: €6.99/month for Standard with ads, €10.99/month or €109.99/year for Standard without ads, and €15.99/month or €159.99/year for Premium with 4K, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos.
This marks another price hike following the November 2024 increase, reflecting evolving market conditions and service enhancements.
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The Powerbeats Fit wireless earbuds by Beats (an Apple brand) were recently leaked, revealing several advanced features and specifications.
These sports-focused earbuds include Active Noise Cancellation with Transparency Mode and feature water resistance rated at IPX4.
They offer up to 7 hours of playback time and 30 hours with the charging case, along with fast charging (5 minutes for 1 hour of use).
The Hisense 116U9R is a 116-inch 4K MiniLED TV, marketed as the largest of its kind in Japan.
This model features the "HI-VIEW AI Engine PRO," developed in collaboration with TVS REGZA, enhancing picture quality.
The "Dynamic X Display" technology offers wide viewing angles and reduced reflections, combined with "Mini-LED X" backlighting.
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NEXTGEN TV introduces ATSC 3.0, providing free over-the-air broadcasting with features such as HDR, immersive audio, and interactive content.
Broadcasted HDR supports formats like HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, enhancing picture quality with high frame rates up to 120 fps.
Audio upgrades include Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, delivering immersive sound experiences alongside advanced multilingual and emergency alert capabilities.
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Samsung's Ultra Slim Soundbar series includes four models: HW-S800D, HW-S801D, HW-S700D, HW-S701D, characterized by an ultra-thin design of 4 cm depth.
These soundbars feature wireless Dolby Atmos technology, offering immersive audio experiences with sound encircling the listener from all directions.
Models HW-S800D and HW-S801D provide 3.1.2-channel audio, with three channels, one subwoofer, and two upward-firing drivers for enhanced spatial sound.
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Samsung introduces the Neo QLED series in 100" and 115" models, featuring advanced display technologies for an enhanced viewing experience.
Both models utilize Quantum Dot technology for lifelike color reproduction and AI-powered processors (NQ4 Gen2 for 100" QN80F, NQ8 Gen3 for 115" QN90F) for real-time image adjustments.
Gamers benefit from features like FreeSync Premium Pro, a 144Hz Motion Enhancer, and an AI Auto Game Mode for minimized latency and optimized settings.
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Bang & Olufsen's Beo Grace earbuds, priced at $1,500/€1,200, feature a polished aluminum design inspired by fine jewelry, combining luxury aesthetics with advanced acoustic engineering.
Key features include a 12mm titanium driver, Dolby Atmos-enabled spatial audio, adaptive ANC four times more effective than previous models, and IP57 water and dust resistance.
The earbuds introduce innovative technologies like EarSense for personalized sound, NearTap gesture controls, and a battery system designed for over 2,000 charge cycles.
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The upcoming release of the movie "Superman" directed by James Gunn is scheduled for November 19, 2025.
Available formats include a 4K UHD Blu-ray + Blu-ray set priced at ¥9,350 and a BD + DVD set priced at ¥5,390.
Special features include approximately 114 minutes of bonus content, such as "The Making of Superman" and "Krypto Goes to Work".
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The Aurzen D1R Cube is a compact smart projector powered by Roku TV OS, offering a seamless streaming experience with a familiar interface.
The projector supports a Full HD 1080p resolution and 330 ANSI lumens brightness, suitable for screen sizes from 40 to 150 inches.
Key features include auto-focus, keystone correction, and integration with the Roku ecosystem for enhanced usability and content access.
The Hisense PT1 is an Ultra Short Throw projector utilizing Triple Laser Technology for vivid 4K UHD projection with 110% BT.2020 color coverage.
It supports HDR formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG, along with IMAX Enhanced certification for high-quality visuals.
With a brightness of 2500 ANSI lumens, it can project images ranging from 80 to 150 inches with a 0.2 throw ratio.
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Propaganda's 'A Secret Wish' is reissued as an SDE exclusive Blu-ray featuring Dolby Atmos, 5.1, and Stereo mixes by David Kosten.
The 6CD box set 'A Secret Sense of Rhythm, A Secret Sense of Sin' offers remixes and live tracks.
A vinyl LP edition includes David Kosten's new Stereo mix, with original 1985 mixes available in vinyl and CD.
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Kii Audio announces its first "Open Days" event, taking place October 31 and November 1, 2025, at their headquarters in Hamminkeln.
The event features the debut of the "Kii Lounges," including the Dolby Atmos-focused Kii Sonic Lounge and the streaming-centric Kii SEVEN Lounge.
The Kii Sonic Lounge showcases the Kii THREE System with BXT bass modules and the new Kii SEVEN ceiling speakers for immersive Dolby Atmos experiences.
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The Teufel Cinebar 22 features Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, utilizing Dynamore technology for enhanced stereo sound quality and immersive audio.
Included in the package is a wireless subwoofer, with optional Effect 2 speakers available for expanding the system to a 7.1.4 configuration.
Priced attractively at €599, with potential discounts below €500, the Cinebar 22 offers exceptional value in the soundbar market.
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The Teufel Cinebar 22 is a newly introduced soundbar, supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats for an immersive sound experience.
Featuring Teufel's proprietary Dynamore technology, the Cinebar 22 delivers expansive and robust stereo sound quality.
The package includes a wireless subwoofer, enhancing bass performance, with optional Effect 2 speakers for a 7.1.4 surround system upgrade.
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The Hisense L9Q ultra-short-throw projector supports screen sizes up to 200 inches and achieves a brightness of 5000 lumens.
With a triple-laser light engine and coverage of 110% of the BT.2020 color space, the device offers exceptional visual performance.
The integrated 6.2.2 Sound by Devialet system includes Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X, delivering immersive audio without additional speakers.
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Shokz introduces the OpenDots One open-ear headphones, featuring a clip-on design and marketed as both audio equipment and a fashionable accessory.
These headphones support Dolby Audio, enhancing the sound's spatial quality, manageable via their dedicated app, which also customizes touch controls.
The OpenDots One offers a lightweight design at 6.5 grams per earbud, along with a soft silicone coating for added comfort.
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The Hisense L9Q Ultrashort Throw Projector features a Triple-Laser Light Engine, achieving up to 5000 lumens brightness and 110% BT.2020 coverage.
It includes a 6.2.2 sound system by Devialet with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X support, enhancing audio performance.
The projector supports screen sizes up to 200 inches, with features like Auto Screen Alignment and manual Keystone Correction for flexible setup.
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The VisionMaster Max 4K projector, announced by Valerion at IFA 2025, features an advanced Anti-RBE technology removing rainbow effects by 99.99%.
Boasting a native contrast of 5000:1, this flagship model enhances to 50000:1 with EBL technology, delivering stunning depth and precise black levels.
It supports 3500 ISO lumens brightness, surpassing its predecessor, ensuring vibrant visuals and improved clarity in various lighting conditions.
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Epson introduces the Lifestudio series of portable RGB LED 3LCD projectors, including the Flex, Pop, and flagship Grand models.
The RGB LED technology offers enhanced color saturation and brightness compared to DLP, with compact and energy-efficient design.
All models feature integrated Bose audio systems, Dolby Audio, and Bluetooth support, ensuring high-quality sound without external equipment.
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The Jimi Hendrix Experience's second album, "Axis: Bold as Love" (1967), will be released as an expanded deluxe box set.
The release, scheduled for November 7, will include 40 bonus tracks, of which 28 are previously unreleased.
The set features remastered tracks, outtakes, alternate versions, demos, and live recordings from the era of the original album.
Release Details**: Paul McCartney's Wings anthology titled 'Wings' will launch on November 7, 2025, in formats like 1CD, 2CD, Blu-ray, 1LP, and 3LP colored vinyl.
Audio Features**: The Blu-ray edition will debut Wings' songs in Dolby Atmos format, marking a significant audio enhancement for fans.
Content Overview**: The anthology includes a 32-page booklet featuring photographs, interviews, and materials about Wings, curated by Paul McCartney and Hipgnosis' Aubrey 'Po' Powell.
Sharp unveiled six affordable soundbars at IFA 2025, all featuring ultra-slim designs, Dolby Atmos, and advanced audio technologies.
Flagship model HT-SBW320 offers a 2.1 system with 360W output, neodymium magnet drivers, HDMI eARC, and Bluetooth streaming.
Models range from HT-SB121 (€75, 120W) to HT-SBW320 (€210, 360W), supporting formats like DTS Virtual:X and Dolby Atmos.
LG's 2025 OLED TVs, including models like the flagship G5, feature innovative RGB tandem panels enhancing color reproduction and brightness.
A key innovation is the integration of Bluetooth Auracast, enabling simultaneous audio streaming to multiple Bluetooth devices like headphones and speakers.
Auracast supports personalized audio settings, catering to individual needs such as enhanced dialogue or volume adjustments for hearing-impaired users.
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Dolby is bringing Atmos immersive audio to cars, collaborating with brands like Mercedes-Benz and Lucid Motors.
Artists are releasing music specifically mixed for Dolby Atmos, enhancing content for 3D sound experiences.
Partnerships with Qualcomm ensure accessible hardware support for advanced in-car audio systems.