Beat the Artic conditions with these stylish headphones integrated into a pair of Ear Warmers

Midland Subzero Music headphones include two high-quality Hi-Fi stereo speakers with compatibility to your iPhone for hands-free calls.
Fully adjustable for a perfect fit and with a lined soft inner furry cloth and outer quilted fabric, these headphones are ideal for cold & windy weather conditions.
These headphones let you listen to music, make or answer calls on your iPhone or tune into a PMR446 Transceiver for two-way communications.
The headset jack can be connected to one of two different supplied cables.  The music/mobile phone cable features an answer/control button suitable for iPhone with Play, Pause and Skip Song buttons for your music.
The PMR446 cable allows you to connect to a compatible radio transceiver with a 2-pin plug.
These headphones let you listen to music and make calls on the move no matter what it’s like outside.
Highlights:
Hi-Fi Stereo surround music and great audio quality
Engineered for winter sports and activities
Keeps your ears warm from the elements
Comfortable to wear and adjustable for a perfect fit
Microphone and hands-free mode switch included
Includes a PMR446 radio transceiver cable
£34.95 Available in White, Pink, Yellow, Camouflage, Black & Red from:www.nevadaradio.co.uk

• Quick 3 minutes battery charge gives 90 minutes playback
• Pumping beats with Bass Boost button
• Clip attaches Walkman® to belt or clothes
• Easy drag and drop music transfers
• Built-in USB connects Walkman® to PC, hi-fi or car stereo

Get ready to really feel the music with the colourful Walkman® B170 Series of MP3 players from Sony.

Weighing just 28g, the new Walkman® B Series is small and light enough to take anywhere; but don’t be deceived by its tiny size. Press the Bass Boost button and you’ll be blown away by rich, pumping low-end sound. The stylish, new Walkman® B170 also includes a colour-matched LED that pulses in time with your music.

When you’re in a hurry, 3 minutes of charging time gives enough battery power for 90 minutes of listening. Fully charged, the Walkman® B Series lets you listen non-stop for 18 hours1 – plenty for the longest commute or an overnight break.

You won’t want to keep other people in the dark about your favourite MP3 player. The Walkman® B Series features a chunky clip that attaches to a belt, bag strap or clothing to show off your style.

It’s easy to upload your favourite songs. Walkman® connects directly to any Windows2 PC via its built-in USB port with no extra cables required. Copying files is a simple drag-and-drop process, with no need to install any file transfer software. You can also connect Walkman® to a compatible hi-fi or car stereo3and enjoy direct playback.

Looking for the right song to fit your mood? ZAPPIN™ search technology scans through your music collection, offering a short preview of each track without menus or playlists. When you hear a track youlike, press the ‘ZAP’ button again to listen to the whole song.

Extra refinements include an on-board equalizer to sculpt your sound, plus a voice recorder that’s perfect for grabbing spontaneous thoughts, notes and ideas.

The new Walkman® B170 Series of MP3 players by Sony is available in the UK in a choice of 2GB or 4GB capacities, in red, black and blue colourways, from mid-February 2012.

Line 6, Inc. (NAMM room 212A/B) introduces the XD-V75, XD-V55, and XD-V35 series digital wireless microphone systems at Winter NAMM 2012.

Featuring sophisticated microphone modeling technology, XD-V systems deliver the sound of the world’s most popular wired mics combined with a proven 4th-generation digital wireless platform. With 24-bit, 10Hz–20kHz, compander-free performance, XD-V series digital wireless systems provide unmatched, full-range audio clarity and license-free operation worldwide.

Designed for professional vocalists and performers, the new flagship XD-V75 line includes handheld, lavalier, headset and bodypack digital wireless systems. The family offers pure, 24-bit sound with unparalleled reliability and a full complement of professional features including signal encryption, dynamic filters, gain control, channel scanning and more to handle the most complex applications.

Utilizing the same 4th-generation digital wireless platform as the XD-V75, the XD-V55 family offers handheld, lavalier and headset systems and the compact, portable XD-V35 family includes handheld and lavalier systems.

“For performers who want wired mic audio performance and wireless freedom, the combination of Line 6 modeling and our class-leading digital wireless platform makes the latest XD-V systems the only choice,” says Steve Devino, live sound product manager at Line 6. “Proven on countless stages and tours worldwide,” he continued, “fourth-generation Line 6 digital wireless technology ensures the best possible performance experience with crystal-clear audio, rock-solid reliability and simple, license-free operation – worldwide.”

Ensuring faithful reproduction and stunning full-range audio clarity, XD-V systems all feature 10Hz – 20kHz frequency response and wide dynamic range (up to >120 dB). Unlike analog wireless technology, Line 6 digital wireless technology does not use companders or compress the audio signal in any way, and audio quality does not degrade with distance, inspiring vocalists to perform with confidence. XD-V systems operate in the 2.4GHz band, which is free from interference due to TV broadcast, public safety announcements, cell phone towers and other transmitting devices. Encoded DCL™ (Digital Channel Lock) technology prevents reception of any audio interference from other 2.4 GHz devices.

XD-V handheld systems feature a selection of up to 10 spectacular models of the world’s most popular vocal microphones. Using this incredibly diverse sonic palette, vocalists can choose the perfect microphone sound to match their voice and style of performance.

For active spoken-word performers, instrumentalists or singers who require a hands-free solution, XD-V bodypack systems offer selectable EQ filter models, tailored for a wide range of vocal and instrumental applications. XD-V75 systems feature nine EQ filter models, six tailored for vocal applications and three specifically for instrument use. XD-V55 bodypack systems have three selectable vocal EQ filter models, while the XD-V35 systems offer a single voice-optimized model.

XD-V series digital wireless systems are incredibly easy to operate. Simply choose a channel on the transmitter and receiver and they lock together automatically. No need for RF tuning or intermodulation calculators.

With a wide range of systems and configuration options, XD-V series digital wireless systems from Line 6 are the perfect solution for professional vocalists and active performers.

XD-V75 family features: 14 channels; 300-foot range, 1/2U rack receiver with built-in antenna distribution system; heavy-duty metal chassis; rackmount kit.

XD-V55 family features: 12 channels, 300-foot range; 1/2U desktop receiver with externally mounted antennas; heavy-duty metal chassis.

XD-V35 family features: 6 channels; 275-foot range (Note: actual range will depend on RF interference sources nearby including, line-of-site obstacles); desktop receiver with internally mounted antennas; metal and polycarbonate chassis.

XD-V digital wireless microphone systems are available now. For more information, please visit http://line6.com/xd-v75, http://line6.com/xd-v55 or http://line6.com/xd-v35.

“Toshiba’s new Smart Blu-ray Disc players double as both high-quality Blu-ray and DVD players and fully connected A/V streaming devices,” said Scott Ramirez, vice president of product marketing and development, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division. “With A/V streaming and MediaShare capabilities, Toshiba’s Blu-ray Disc players bring Smart connectivity to any room in the home.”

New Features

• Aero Design: Toshiba’s new Blu-ray Disc players share the new Aero family design with Toshiba LED TVs. All models include the silver Aero wing and low profile design. 3D models add a wider 430mm chassis to better match other A/V components.

• A/V Streaming: Toshiba’s Smart Blu-ray Disc players include a variety of A/V streaming applications including Netflix™, VUDU™, YouTube™ and more. Toshiba has also included the Vudu Apps aggregation service for access to dozens of additional Internet widgets that offer a wide variety of content options.

• MediaShare: MediaShare is a simple DLNA® interface that allows the Smart Blu-ray Disc players to easily access content from other DLNA-compatible devices. Connecting a Smart Blu-ray Disc player to any TV instantly connects that room to the home network, and allows access to all of one’s stored A/V content.

• USB Video: With USB Video, users can enjoy videos, music, photos and more on the big screen right from a USB flash drive.

2012 Blu-ray Player Line-up

• BDX2300 and BDX3300 ?The BDX2300 and BDX3300 are Toshiba’s new 2D Smart Blu-ray Disc players. With 1080p full HD playback, BD-Live™, Netflix, VUDU and other A/V streaming capabilities to access content via an Internet-connection, Dolby™ True HD and DTS HD for 7.1 channel surround, HDMI and USB Video ports, these players offer a complete entertainment experience, while maintaining great value.The BDX2300 is Wi-Fi ready and will be available in April. The BDX3300 includes built-in Wi-Fi and will be available in May.

• BDX4300 and BDX5300 ? The BDX4300 and BDX5300 are Toshiba’s new 3D Smart Blu-ray Disc players. These models include all of the functionality of the 2D models, plus 1080p 3D HD playback.The BDX4300 is Wi-Fi ready and will be available in April. The BDX5300 includes built-in Wi-Fi and will also be available in April.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced today that its 55-inch Super OLED TV has been a breakout hit at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show, collecting numerous prestigious awards from influential media outlets including Popular Science, Stuff Magazine and G4 TV, as well as a Best of CES Innovations Award from CEA, the producer of the International CES.

• Popular Science – Best of CES 2012: Products of the Future. “After you’ve stood in front of this OLED beauty, it’s hard to look at normal TVs the same way again.”

• G4 TV- Best of the Best Products. “They’re gorgeous, they’re razor thin, the picture on it is looks amazing, the voice recognition is awesome and the motion recognition is awesome.”

• Stuff Magazine – CES Hot Stuff Award. “Ludicrously slim, amazingly bright and devilishly clever… it also has facial recognition and is one of the first TVs with upgradeable innards”

• “Best of CES Innovations 2012” in the Video Displays category —International CES. “Samsung’s KN55ES9000 is a beautiful masterpiece of accurate color reproduction and maximized performance. It provides a suite of advanced Smart TV features with a high performance dual core chipset.”

In addition, Samsung’s Smart Evolution, a feature of the Super OLED TV, was recognized with a CES Editor’s Choice Award from Popular Mechanics.

Samsung’s 55-inch Super OLED TV is a masterpiece that will be acclaimed by home entertainment and design enthusiasts alike. Super OLED technology delivers the ultimate in picture quality and thinness, since there is no need for a color filter as the OLED pixel unit comprises self-emitting RGB sub-pixels laid directly on the display panel, each emitting its own light. The technology is also able to differentiate varying degrees of blacks and shadows, so that users can enjoy unparalleled detail even in the darkest of scenes for the ultimate TV experience.

“Samsung is honoured that the journalist and trade community has recognized the Super OLED with so many prestigious awards,” said Hyunsuk Kim, executive vice president, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “This is a validation of our substantial investment in developing this technology, and in leveraging our long and successful history of creating innovative OLED products, including mobile phones, digital cameras and tablets.”

The Samsung Super OLED TV will be on display at the 2012 International CES, booth #12004, in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) from January 10-13, 2012. It will be available commercially worldwide this year.

Don’t compromise in your search for perfect sound and design. ‘Made for iPod/ iPhone/iPad’, four all-new X Series premium speaker docks from Sony combine luxurious looks with audiophile reproduction of your favourite sounds.

Designed for today’s digital lifestyles, the new X Series lets you enjoy music just the way you want to. Dock your iPod/iPhone/iPad and enjoy your music while it recharges. Alternatively, stream audio from your iPod/iPhone/iPad, smartphone, tablet or Personal Computer over your home wireless network. It’s a great way to enjoy music while keeping your mobile device in hand and puts you in charge of the party playlist! Docked or over wireless, you’ll be rewarded with powerful, richly detailed sound that makes X Series the focal point of any living space.

The all-new X Series is headed by the flagship RDP-XA900iP that delivers a commanding 200W of music power. A match for the smartest interior, its audacious new design shuns sharp angles for smooth, sensual curves.

Accentuated by eye-catching brushed aluminium details, the rounded cabinet cuts unwanted resonance for solid, distortion-free extended bass. The speakers are covered by a high-quality fabric material that adds to the dock’s premium appearance without compromising audio reproduction.

Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad, every X Series dock gives more options to connect wirelessly and enjoy your music collection, whatever you’re doing. If you’re the owner of an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or Mac, compatibility with AirPlay streams your library in iTunes over Wi-Fi for satisfyingly detailed, compression-free sound. And if you don’t have a player that’s compatible with AirPlay, it’s just as easy to stream audio via Bluetooth® from smartphones, tablets or your PC.

Powerful, premium sound is centre-stage with Sony’s new X Series docks. Sony-developed DMC* technology guarantees clear, involving audio at every volume level.

The 2.1ch system with dual passive radiators delivers commanding bass without distortion, even at high sound pressure levels. It’s complemented by S-Master Digital Amplifier technology, Clear Phase processing and Magnetic Fluid Speaker Units to ensure clear, full bandwidth sound that’s as close as possible to the original source.

Equally arresting in its design but more compact than the RDP-XA900iP, the RDP-XA700iP delivers a room-filling 60W total output power. It shares many of the audio features of its larger sibling, including DMC* technology and S-Master Digital Amplifier. Wireless music streaming is supported through AirPlay, like on the RDP-XA900iP, but the RDP-XA700iP does not include Bluetooth®.

Ideal for any room or as a secondary music system, the RDP-X280iP delivers 40W of equally refined sound in a compact, elegant design. Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad – like all X Series docks – this model offers Bluetooth^® connectivity for wireless music streaming from your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad, smartphone, tablet or Personal Computer.

Very high audio quality is assured by separate tweeters for left/right channels that deliver beautifully articulated vocals and instruments. The RDP-X280iP features a built-in rechargeable battery offering up to six hours of play time. With a retractable docking connection, you have the freedom to take the dock with you around the house or even on trips away.

Whilst not designed as a portable unit, the RDP-X200iP also delivers 40W total output power. Just like the RDP-X280iP, it allows wireless streaming of your music via Bluetooth®. Separate tweeters deliver great sound quality with smooth, detailed vocals and uncompromised bass.

The RDP-XA900iP (with AirPlay and Bluetooth®) and RDP-XA700iP (with AirPlay) speaker docks with wireless streaming are available from March 2012. The RDP-X280iP and RDP-X200iP with Bluetooth® wireless streaming are available from May 2012.

• Premium in-ear sound, with S-Master MX Digital Amplifier and 5 Clear Audio technologies
• Get more from your music, with Sony-unique apps and access to Android Market™
• Discover and stream millions of songs with Music Unlimited¹
• Share your passion for music with the xLOUD^TM speaker system and ergonomic body design
• Expanded connectivity with DLNA, HDMI and Bluetooth^®
• Quick response, anti-reflective 4.3″ multi-touch LCD
• Easy transfers from iTunes² or Windows^® Explorer

Designed for music lovers, by music lovers: the Walkman^® Z Series is the first-ever Walkman^® Mobile Entertainment Player from Sony, powered by Android™.

Supreme personal audio experience

First and foremost, the Walkman^® Z Series is about premium sound. Originally developed for Sony’s home cinema systems, the integrated S-Master MX digital amplifier technology by Sony greatly reduces noise levels and distortion, enhancing all your favourite tunes.

You’re also in for a treat with the best-ever Walkman^® in-ear experience, thanks to the full range of 5 Clear Audio Technologies; S-Master MX, Clear Bass, Clear Stereo, DSEE(Digital Sound Enhancement Engine), and EX headphones.

Exploring your music collection is beautifully intuitive. Touch the distinctive W.BUTTON to launch the unique W.Control app. Flick through your music collection, browse cover art or enjoy eye-catching on-screen visualisations. The Walkman^® Z Series even sorts your music collection using SensMe™ – just pick from a choice of 14 mood-themed channels to suit the time of day or the way you feel.

Boundless discovery

You don’t need a PC to discover a new world of music experiences. With Wi-Fi built in, Walkman^® Z Series connects you directly with millions of songs¹ and dozens of channels brought to you by Music Unlimited, the cloud-based streaming service from Sony Entertainment Network.

The Walkman^® Z Series is also the first mobile entertainment player from Sony that’s powered by Android™. Enjoy a generous choice of pre-installed apps, and get more from the ever-growing range at Android Market™.

Share your musical passions

Enhanced by the Z Series’ unique ergonomic body design, the xLOUD^TM speaker system offers ‘phones-free’ sharing of music, with no speaker dock required.

And as it’s much more than just a music player, the Walkman^® Z Series helps you share all your content at home and on the move.

Hook up wirelessly and simply with other DNLA-enabled devices, then touch the screen and ‘throw’ music, pictures and videos from your Walkman direct to TVs, PCs, or your home audio system.

Connect your Walkman^® with your TV for super-sized enjoyment of videos, games and photos, with micro HDMI-out for high definition fun. Or connect effortlessly to Bluetooth^® speakers, headphones, hi-fi systems or car stereos, with no fiddly wires needed.

Beautifulanti-reflective LCD screen for maximum visual entertainment

Music, videos, games and apps come alive on the unique anti-reflective 4.3″ multi-touch LCD screen. Its high responsiveness, combined with a speedy 1GHz NVIDIA^® Tegra^® 2 dual-core processor, keeps things snappy whether you’re browsing web pages, movies or apps.

Available with 32GB storage, the new Walkman® Z1000 Mobile Entertainment Player from Sony is available from late February 2012.

• Premium in-ear headphone range features ultra-light, compact new Balanced Armature (BA) driver technology by Sony
• 4 specially-tuned headphones for superb music reproduction (XBA-1, XBA-2, XBA-3, XBA-4)
• 4 headphones with in-line microphone for iPod/iPhone/iPad (XBA-1iP, XBA-2iP, XBA-3iP, XBA-4iP)
• World’s first ‘no battery box’ digital noise cancelling headphones (XBA-NC85D)
• Wireless headphones with Bluetooth® streaming (XBA-BT75)
• Washable headphones with secure fit for sports (XBA-S65)

Discerning music lovers can step up to a more satisfying listening experience with the newest range of premium in-ear headphones from Sony.

They’re the first headphones from Sony to feature innovative new Balanced Armature (BA) technology that radically reduces driver size compared with conventional dynamic headphones. This advanced new design delivers superb sound quality, high sensitivity and enhanced noise isolation. For the first time, it also allows multiple drivers to be combined in a single headphone to achieve unprecedented levels of sonic transparency, detail and musicality.

The XBA range spans 11 high-performance models to cover a wide range of lifestyles and listening preferences.

Balanced Armature driver technology: a breakthrough by Sony in in-ear listening

At the heart of the new headphone series is an innovative Balanced Armature (BA) drive unit developed specially by Sony.

Less than a quarter the size of a conventional 13.5mm dynamic drive unit, the Balanced Armature driver offers comparable sensitivity in a sealed, ultra-light unit that delivers ultra-detailed sound.

Unlike conventional full-range dynamic drivers, individual BA units can be ‘tuned’ for optimal reproduction of bass, midrange or high frequencies. What’s more, the tiny size of each BA driver means that several units can be combined in a single headphone – just like hi-fi speakers with separate woofer, tweeter and midrange units.

As well as contributing to a supremely comfortable in-ear fit, the tiny BA driver’s Noise Blocking Structure improves sound insulation – both into and out of the headphone. Compared with dynamic driver designs, extraneous sounds entering the ear are reduced for a more immersive listening experience with less distraction from outside noise. Sound leakage out of the headphone is also reduced, ensuring that your listening stays more private while other people are around.

Enclosing the drive units, XBA-1/2/3/4 models feature a double-layered housing. This vibration-damping design cuts unwanted resonance for exceptionally smooth upper/midrange reproduction.

XBA-1, XBA-2, XBA-3, XBA-4 in-ear headphones

Whether you’re a fan of jazz, vocals, classical or urban beats, you’ll find the in-ear headphone from Sony that’s perfectly in tune with your listening tastes.

With its single full-range Balanced Armature driver, the XBA-1 delivers superb reproduction of any music source with an emphasis on clear, crystalline vocals.

The XBA-2 adds an additional low-frequency (woofer) drive unit, making it the perfect choice for dance fans who demand pumping bass beats.

The XBA-3 gains a third high-frequency driver (tweeter) that gives an ultra-detailed polish to high frequencies.

For the most dedicated audiophile, the XBA-4 features no less than four drive units: full-range, woofer and tweeter plus an additional super-woofer for extended sub-bass.

XBA-1iP, XBA-2iP, XBA-3iP, XBA-4iP in-ear headphones for iPod/iPhone/iPad

Ideal for mobile music lovers, XBA-1iP, XBA-2iP, XBA-3iP, XBA-4iP models add the convenience of an in-line remote to control music player functions. There’s also an integrated mic that lets iPhone users enjoy hands–free calls.

XBA-NC85D in-ear headphones with digital noise cancelling

Enjoy your favourite sounds in blissful silence with the XBA-NC85D: the world’s smallest, lightest in-ear digital noise cancelling (DNC) headphones. The micro-sized BA driver also allows space within the headphone body for an integrated power-saving DNC processor plus microphone and rechargeable battery. This space-saving design makes the XBA-NC85D the world’s first ‘box-free’ digital noise cancelling in-ear headphone.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) noise cancelling technology automatically analyses background noise, reducing ambient noise by 97.5%. Battery life is an extra-long 20 hours. The headphones can be conveniently recharged via USB from any PC: just plug the audio jack into the supplied USB-AC charging adaptor.

XBA-BT75 Bluetooth® in-ear wireless headphones

Enjoy the convenience of listening to wire-free music streaming from your smartphone or other Bluetooth®-enabled devices. Offering a stylish, comfortable fit, the XBA-BT75 accommodates tiny BA drivers as well as Bluetooth® receiver and antenna within the headphone itself. There’s also space within the headphone housing for a rechargeable battery that provides power for 3.5 hours uninterrupted wireless listening.

Like the XBA-NC85D, this ‘no battery box’ solution eliminates the need for a separate control box to house electronics and power source. The supplied carry case doubles as a handy ultra-portable charging station. With its own integral battery, the case gives power for up to 2.5 recharge cycles of the headphone: plenty to power up your ‘phones for the commute home after a day at work.

XBA-S65 in-ear sports headphones

Designed to match contours of the ear for a secure, comfortable fit, the XBA-S65 brings a more detailed, hi-fidelity soundtrack to your workout or run.

Washable and waterproof, it features a high sound transmission waterproof film coating that protects the driver from splashes and brief immersion. It’s ideal for rain-soaked training sessions or even that post-workout shower.

The adjustable ear loop mechanism provides for secure, fitting comfort – all without sacrificing audio performance and maintaining superb sound quality.

The new range of premium in-ear headphones with Balanced Armature technology from Sony is available from beginning of April 2012.

Sony Corporation (“Sony”) today announced that it has developed the next-generation self-emitting display, “Crystal LED Display,” and presents a Full HD, 55-inch prototype model at the „2012 International CES? (International Consumer Electronics Show held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from January 10 – 13, 2012). It is the industry?s first 55-inch Full HD self-emitting display using LEDs as the light source. The “Crystal LED Display” is a self-emitting display that uses Sony?s unique methods to mount ultrafine LEDs in each of the Red-Green-Blue (RGB) colors, equivalent to the number of pixels (approximately six-million LEDs for Full HD). The RGB LED light source is mounted directly on the front of the display, dramatically improving the light use efficiency. This results in images with strikingly higher contrast (in both light and dark environments), wider color gamut, superb video image response time, and wider viewing angles when compared to existing LCD and plasma displays, with low power consumption. Furthermore, due to the display?s structure, the “Crystal LED Display” is also ideal for large screens.

Compared to existing LCD displays, the 55-inch prototype exhibited at CES is boasting approximately 3.5 times*1 higher contrast in light environment, approximately 1.4 times wider color gamut, and approximately 10 times faster video image response time (all values based on current Sony models). Sony envisages a wide range of applications for its “Crystal LED Display”, ranging from professional to consumer use. Parallel to its continued development and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) displays, Sony will work conscientiously to bring the “Crystal LED Display” to market.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced an innovative Disc to Digital feature on its 2012 Blu-ray Players that helps consumers turn their personal DVD collection into digital content, and facilitates the sharing of this content on multiple devices in the home and on the go. This service is one of several new features available on Samsung’s new smart Blu-ray line, which also includes a full web browser and a wealth of web-based content and services through Samsung’s Smart Hub.
The flagship 3D Blu-ray products from the market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics include:

• Compact Blu-ray player boasting a slightly larger-than-a-disc form factor (model BD-ES6000)
• 3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs and built-in WiFi (model BD-E6500)

The two new models deliver a virtually limitless entertainment experience with Full HD 1080p playback and new ways to access cloud-based content on multiple devices.

“Building on Samsung’s legacy of innovation, the new additions to the Blu-ray player line offer consumers increasing options to enjoy an outstanding home entertainment experience regardless of the content sources,” said Sangchul Lee, Senior Vice President, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Consumers now have an endless list of connectivity options and services for a true multi-screen experience.”

Improved Content Sharing with Disc to Digital

The Disc to Digital feature is a boon to consumers with a library of DVDs. They can now register their ownership of physical DVDs, and access the same movie content on a variety of devices, virtually anytime and anywhere—even from multiple locations at once. Once digital copies have been created and added to the consumer’s UltraViolet collection, the content will be made available through the Flixster application on Samsung’s Smart Hub, as well as on a broad range of connected devices such as smart phones, tablet, PCs and Smart TVs. Consumers also have the option to purchase HD quality versions of these movies, and can share digital library content with other members under the same account.

Innovative Blu-ray Features in a Sophisticated Form Factor

Consumers can look forward to innovative design without sacrificing performance with Samsung’s new stylish 3D Blu-ray line. The units are designed as symmetric products with convenient centralized controls for easy access and management, and Samsung’s premium players also come with a centralized slot-in mechanism. The line-up’s lack of mechanical parts also makes for a smoother and quieter loading experience, with a boot time of less than one second.

Consumers now have an easy way to enhance and upgrade their current TV experience with the latest services and content options through Samsung’s Blu-ray players. The premium 3D Blu-ray line-up provides access to Samsung Smart Hub, a simple way to access, search and explore Samsung Apps. New in 2012, Samsung Blu-ray players will offer a full web browser and the ability to experience rich content. They also have built-in WiFi for convenient access to a variety of web-based content and connectivity options.

Sharing content across devices is made even easier with the new DLNA-certified Blu-ray line. In addition, 2012 Blu-ray players will be supported by WiFi Direct, which allows WiFi devices to be connected directly and easily without a wireless access point.

Regardless of the source material’s original resolution, the 2012 3D Blu-ray line’s powerful video processor can up-convert DVDs, older non-HD content and even low-resolution streaming video to pristine Full HD 1080p. It also supports an array of audio formats including Dolby® Digital Plus / TrueHD and DTS-HD Bitstream Outputs. No matter what the experience, the2012 lineup’s BD Wise Plus feature automatically adjusts the TV setting to provide optimal picture for each scenario.

Compact Blu-ray Player

Only slightly larger than a Blu-ray disc, the versatile Samsung BD-ES6000 3D Blu-ray player packs the latest video technologies and connectivity features into a compact form factor. This balance of technology and high design makes it a perfect addition to any room where space is at a premium, but outstanding video playback is desired.

Taking minimalism to the max without sacrificing performance, the BD-ES6000 sports a cubic form factor and features a stylish multi-layered pattern design on the top of its cabinet.

3D Blu-ray with Dual HDMI Inputs

Bringing Hollywood even closer to home, the slim and stylish Samsung BD-E6500 3D Blu-ray player delivers breathtaking 2D and 3D content playback. With 2 HDMI inputs, it streamlines connections to the TV by allowing more than one component, such as a set-top box and game console, to be hooked up to BD-E6500 and connected to the TV via only one HDMI output. This minimize the number of wires required so that the home entertainment area may be free of clutter an also maintain a minimalist look-and-feel to the room.

The BD-E6500 features a two-tone design that accentuates its slimness. The top of the player features an elegant piano-black finish, while the bottom has the look and feel of high-grade metal. A bright but unobtrusive Mystic Blue lighting feature serves as an elegant accent to unite the two parts together.

Reinventing the Multi-Screen Experience

Samsung is introducing a new remote control app that can be downloaded onto an Android or Apple smartphone. Previously only available for Samsung TVs, the 2012 remote control app enhances how users control and search for content on their Blu-ray players. The app’s MovieNote feature also offers instant access to detailed information on movies they are currently watching, including plot synopsis, actor and director biography information.

When the smartphone is connected to the same home network as a Samsung Blu-ray player, users can control their Blu-ray player with ease and use the QWERTY keyboard on their devices for easy information input.

Parents will also be able to use Samsung’s Kids service to access a variety of educational video-on-demand content across several categories – Communication, Exercise, Arts & Play, Science, Social Activity and Math, and reward children with virtual stickers or other awards for a fun and interactive learning experience.

Please visit our booth to experience this future technology firsthand. Samsung’s product line will be displayed January 10-13 at booth #12004 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Full details, video content and product images are available at the Samsung microsite at: http://www.samsungces.com. The press conference will also be streamed live from http://www.samsungces.com and www.global.samsungtomorrow.com.