Tom starts off the podcast with a big, fat, “Thanks” for the coffee. It’s already being put to good use. For the first time in a long time, we have a “This Week in Netflix.” And for the first time in, maybe, ever, it is all good stuff. To start with, they added a bunch of subscribers. They’re offering an increased number of streams per household. But, most importantly, they don’t seem to care if you share your password. Lastly, they have a new, original series…for the Twilight fans according to Liz. How do you feel about having shows resurrected? 3D printing seems to be taking over for some CGI. Tom and Liz are fans of this. How do you feel? Tom has some information on some new Rotel amps including a discussion on Class D versus Class A/B and the new IMAX Private Theater. Image theft. Sure, you may not be able to do much about it, but you should at least know when it happens and who did it.
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We’re late but it’s Liz’s fault. And there was all sorts of noise and stuff on her end so…Tom did his best. She’ll say it was an open window but it sure sounds like someone unwrapping candy to me. This week, Tom asks for Liz’s reaction to the hiatus. They discuss monetizing the show. Feel free to chime in over email or on the Facebook page. Ron has a question about TV size. Sanus has a new cabling solution that Liz thinks is ugly (not that it matters) and Tom thinks is cool. Especially for the price. Comcast is encrypting “free” channels because…well…they suck. Tom has a bit of a meltdown over some Emotiva news. And by “bit” we mean “call the nuthouse, we have a new patient.” Tom has a continued (he forgot he already ranted on the first bit before) Yamaha rant. Liz shares an article interviewing Steve Hoffman – one of the most renowned recording professionals in the music industry. Want to be part of a reality show snuff film? Here’s your chance. Here’s a link to the Dilbert cartoon Liz mentioned.
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Yep, we’re back and all your questions will be answered. Tom and Liz discuss all the new watches that are either coming out (like the Pebble), or being talked about. What do you think? Will watches be the new thing? Sony (surprisingly) comes out with the first “affordable” 4k displays. You might not buy one but we’re betting you know someone that will. Liz isn’t sure about this new Facebook Home wrapper for your phone. Do we really need more Facebook? A question from Luis about hiding wires or going wireless. Big changes to the podcast coming soon. We’re anxious to hear your input. Start sending your questions in.
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Rob is back but Liz makes a brief appearance. News on Tom’s absence plus the release date for Bob Moore: Hostile Territory is revealed. Tentatively. This week, Gene reviews the new Status Acoustics Titus 8Ts. Grab your wallet and pull out $50k for your pair. Plus, get some friends to help you move the things. Kaleidescape releases a new Blu-ray bit for bit download service – but only for their products. Rob has hopes to see something similar for mass market consumption. Denon employee wins powerball, vows to keep working. Tom calls BS on that one. Netflix is bringing you content, but at a high cost. Will it be worth it? More importantly, will they have to raise their prices? Amazon has an unlimited service just for kids. Tom is very interested but not enough to buy a new Kindle Fire. Netflix increases resolution by reducing file size. Will better encoding give you what you want? Not if you want surround, apparently. Two tips of the day from Gene – Bass Management and Hot Swapping Speaker Cables. Targeted advertising built in to newest Sony TVs. What’s your take? Pop Secret builds an app to sell popcorn?
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Rob steps in for Liz because Tom can’t get up in the morning. This week, it is all about video quality and streaming. The new 4K resolution players are being announced. You’ve already heard of the one from Sony, but Red has one as well. A rebuttal to the “HBO is making me pirate” argument makes a surprising amount of sense. Even if we don’t like to hear it. Mitsubishi drops their RPTV line, Sony and Panasonic have record lows, and Rob is worried about what it all means. Netflix gets an exclusive with Disney and wants to be HBO while Chill.com wants to sell you DRM-free content. Redbox streaming is delayed (well, it was a leak to begin with so no one should be surprised). Tom previews his reviews of the Dirac HD Player app (increases the quality of your stock earbuds), I-MEGO Throne Gold headphones, Phiaton PS 210 BTNC bluetooth/noise canceling headphones, and RHA SA950i headphones.
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