Looks like a long-overdue maintenance release is inbound for Pre and Pixi users on Sprint — and if the changelogs on Sprint’s site are accurate, it’s getting pushed as soon as… well, right now. webOS 1.4.5 doesn’t bring any exciting new features, per se, but it’s got a handful of bug fixes that should make your life a tad more pleasant — including something called “battery optimization,” which is always a good thing when it comes to a power-chugging smartphone like the Pre.
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webOS 1.4.5 finally coming today on Sprint? (update: it’s out!)
Panasonic should be living the easy life, the newest iteration of its acclaimed V-series plasma HDTVs have been touted as having the best looking 2D and 3D available, the first 24-hour US 3D channel launches this week , and there’s even at least one Blu-ray 3D movie is on retail shelves. But even with all that, there’s a lot of confusion and questions about whether or not 3D is a good thing and what consumers should expect, so it’s taking the unusual step of putting Chief Technology Officer Eisuke Tsuyuzaki on a live Ustream webcast taking questions from you, the public. Whether you’re wondering if any focus has been taken away from 2D image quality, what can be done about cross manufacturer 3D glasses compatibility or anything else, show up at 3 p.m
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Panasonic’s CTO takes your 3D questions live via Ustream tomorrow at 3 p.m.
When we think of surround sound we think of lots of speakers, but SRS intends to change that with its front rendered surround sound technologies like SRS TheaterSound. When we first heard of this idea we thought of it as simulated surround sound, but then we realized; hey wait, all surround sound is simulated — there aren’t actually bullets whizzing around our living room. So while the jury is still out on how many speakers are required to make you feel like you’re in the middle of the action, we always appreciate steps in the right direction and the new Samsung owners will get the benefits of SRS TheaterSound.
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SRS TheaterSound featured in new Samsung LCDs and Plasmas
When we think of surround sound we think of lots of speakers, but SRS intends to change that with its front rendered surround sound technologies like SRS TheaterSound. When we first heard of this idea we thought of it as simulated surround sound, but then we realized; hey wait, all surround sound is simulated — there aren’t actually bullets whizzing around our living room. So while the jury is still out on how many speakers are required to make you feel like you’re in the middle of the action, we always appreciate steps in the right direction and the new Samsung owners will get the benefits of SRS TheaterSound.
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SRS TheaterSound featured in new Samsung LCDs and Plasmas
Sure we’ve already had our eyes all over Logitech’s CE4100-powered Google TV box and given its WiFi controls on iPhone and Nexus One a try , but we didn’t know exactly what to look for (or, according to Steve, what we’d probably be avoiding) when it hit stores. That’s been put to rest, as the above picture we received reveals we can expect the Logitech Revue with Google TV.
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Logitech’s ‘companion box’ gets a name: Revue with Google TV
The nation’s number four carrier is once again pressing ahead with its big HSPA+ expansion , announcing today that speeds of up to 21Mbps (theoretically, of course) will be available in over 25 metropolitan areas covering more than 75 million folks by the end of the month.
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T-Mobile expands HSPA+ footprint, now covers over 25 metro areas
And not just things that should go, like season 2 and on from Heroes . We’re getting reports (and have noticed in our own queues) that things like 30 Rock , Lost , The Office , Prison Break, MI-5 and pretty much any other show we’d like to watch have dropped from available for streaming over Watch Instantly to coming soon or unknown
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Popular TV shows disappearing from Netflix streaming queues?
Not sure if you knew, but today marks the launch of ESPN ’s first dedicated 3D channel, predictably titled ESPN 3D . For now, the channel will only be active whenever 3D sporting events are being aired, starting with a full 25 FIFA World Cup matches from the Republic of South Africa. It’s a pretty monumental launch for the world leader in broadcast sports, and it’s obviously taking a pretty big leap with only a smattering of 3D sets available and an obviously limited amount of content at its disposal.
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Exclusive: a look around ESPN’s 3D Master Control room
TmoNews has it on good authority that the entire line of myTouch 3G devices — the original , the 3.5mm jack update , and the Slide — will get upgraded with Android 2.2 , as evidenced by a fascinating shot of a pamphlet the site has posted. Users of the older devices will also get the same Genius Button functionality that was just rolled out on the Slide, along with the updated Faves app and full Microsoft Exchange support, breathing new life into a phone that first saw life as the Magic well over a year ago. We don’t have a timeframe for the updates other than that they’re “coming soon,” so we’ll keep an eye out
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Android 2.2 coming to the full myTouch 3G range
It looks like one of DirecTV’s astronauts had more trouble flipping switches than their DISH counterparts , after a software or guide data update last night knocked out HD DVRs all over — and not for the first time . Currently the only advice needed to get back in working order is to reset the box twice (there’s a red button on the front, underneath the flap) within a thirty minute period (the official website indicates you can wait as little as 15 seconds between resets) and all should be well, but good luck getting through to customer service to get that message right now. Countdown to an apology starts..
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DirecTV software update locks up HD DVRs nationwide — Update: Fixed
