Blu-ray Disc Association promises BD in 3D in 2010
Bob Auger reports on the IFA consumer electronics fair in Berlin where Blu-ray was leading the agenda
Eye on ESCA Europe: Part Two
The entertainment retailing and supply chain conference, ESCA Europe, takes place in London Sept. 23-24 with Cue Entertainment as a media partner of the event.
Eye on ESCA Europe: Part One
The entertainment retailing and supply chain conference, ESCA Europe, takes place in London Sept.
Positive news for credit insurance
Helen Dickinson, Head of Retail, KPMG, looks at recent developments in the credit insurance sector and argues that there is good news for all sides of the supply chain.
Keeping the product flowing
Post-Christmas is an area where suppliers can make big sales gains — if they keep their product flowing to HMV’s stores. Sam Andrews reports
Offering the whole package
Supply chain efficiency is becoming a major issue for the home entertainment industry as the economy tests its ability to drive growth. One British company has joined forces with a Czech replicator to offer a vertically integrated approach to packaging design, manufacturing and distribution. Sam Andrews reports
Working on the chain gang
The complex retail supply chain came under intense scrutiny at last month’s PEVE conference in Paris with many retailers seeking changes. Pete Dodd reports
A matter of trust
Senior Microsoft executive David Gosen takes a conceptual look at what the future holds for the living room and Xbox Live and says that establishing confidence is the first priority. Pete Dodd reports
Windows and the transition to Digital
The 10-year DVD boom is coming to an end and now the home entertainment industry must face the challenges the future offers with a clear head, PEVE speakers agree. Pete Dodd reports.
Channel with zero margin
Screen Digest’s PEVE Digital event discussed the impact of “free” content and asks if the internet is the new radio, where is the revenue to come from? Pete Dodd reports.
Vive la difference
Product differentiation can turn a bog standard product into a margin rich premium one, according to Disney’s Edward Catchpole. Sam Andrews reports
Cinema for the home
Experts in the high-def format discussed ways to get the best out of Blu-ray at the BVA Research Day. Pete Dodd reports.
3D pioneer targets home entertainment
The major studios view 3-D as an opportunity to make going to the movies a better and brighter experience, but moviemaker Ben Stassen tells Pete Dodd that the real 3-D revolution will be in home entertainment.
Digital’s Advocate
Industry veteran Michael Comish steps once more unto the breach of startups with Blinkbox ready to take on what he says are all the myths about digital delivery. Sam Andrews reports.
BBC iPlayer reaches for the sky
The BBC’s internet delivery service is so easy to use and popular with all generations, says head Erik Huggers, that there is no limit to where it will go. Sam Andrews reports.
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'Twilight Saga: Eclipse' to hit shelves on Dec. 6
E1 Home Entertainment UK has confirmed that its vampire smash "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse" will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Monday, Dec. 6.