Review » Sony CMT CX5 Audio System

Sony UK has recently introduced a new slim audio system in the form of the Sony CMT CX5. This new slim audio system provides not only a means of good quality sound listening, but also something that can enhance a room’s interiors. It is a classic example of stylish design and great acoustics.

The Sony CMT CX5 Audio System is a wall mountable HiFi unit that comes with a slim design to blend along with the usual home decor. Users can play music using a variety of sources which includes via FM radio, DAB/DAB+, CD, USB, mobile phones as well as with the popular iPod or iPhone. The system speakers provide 60W RMS of pure sound power. The new Sony CMT CX5 is set to be available in the UK market by August of this year. No pricing information has yet been provided.

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Review » Netflix beats Hulu Plus in social streaming showdown [infographic]

When we last heard from social media listening firm Mashwork, we learned that future smartphone buyers were much more interested in purchasing the Samsung Galaxy S II than the 4G-friendly Motorola DROID BIONIC. Mashwork is back on Monday with some more interesting findings: according to the firm’s latest research, 45% more people prefer Netflix over Hulu Plus than vice versa. Pulling data from 10,283 relevant tweets between June 28th and July 6th, 2011, 29% of all users prefer Netflix over Hulu Plus for streaming movies and TV shows, while 20% prefer Hulu Plus over Netflix. Also of note, 51% of those accounted for in Mashwork’s study use both services and are hoping to cut the cord with their cable or satellite TV providers. Hulu certainly would like to have been positioned better in the study; Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed at a recent Allen & Co conference that Hulu owners NBCUniversal, News Corp and Disney/ABC Television Group are currently trying to sell the company. Mashwork’s full infographic follows below.

As an aside, Mashwork is looking for feedback from BGR readers. The company was blown away by the feedback it got after we covered its Galaxy S II vs. DROID BIONIC study, and it wants to know what comparisons our readers might like to see in the future. Do people want a more expensive high-end iPad 2 to compliment the current model? Does QNX really stand to right the RIM ship? Let us know what questions you want Mashwork to help answer in the comments section below.

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Review » Android 3.1-powered Google TV 2.0 and ‘Fishtank’ developer program detailed

 

The original Google TV products were met by lukewarm reviews at best, and according to Geek.com, the search giant is hard at work on its new Google TV 2.0 product. Developers have been joining Google’s new “Fishtank” program to get early access to tools that will allow them to create compelling new content for Google’s next attempt at entering our living rooms. Google TV 2.0 runs a barebones version of Android 3.1 (Honeycomb) and there are reportedly only 50 developers partaking in the initial Fishtank program.

Fishtank includes an Intel CE4100 reference platform with a beta version of Google TV 2.0 preloaded, and a wireless keyboard. Intel’s Sodaville SoC, part of the CE4100 reference platform, also includes support for 3D gaming and Flash. Geek.com noticed a new “dual-view” feature that allows users to watch TV and use the OS at the same time; and the user interface has the same glowing-blue Tron-like effects as the tablet version of Honeycomb.

Developers are said to be up in arms over the “Live TV” application on Google TV 2.0 — many want to interact with the TV interface directly, but Google isn’t allowing that just yet. Will it be enough for Google to tackle Apple TV? We’ll have to wait and see. In the meantime, another shot of the box and a couple of UI images can be seen after the break.

 

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REVIEW: Harman Kardon MAS 102 All-In-One Music System

Home sound systems have also evolved along with the times. With some technologies coming and going, home sound systems really need to also add and leave some features to make them relevant with today’s gadgets. One of such sound systems recently launched is the new Harman Kardon MAS 102 All-in-One Music System.

The Harman Kardon MAS 102 is a portable sound system is a four-piece integrated system that includes an amplifier, CD player, FM radio and speakers designed with that distinctive Harman Kardon flair. It also contains 2 USB ports for connecting with most USB supported media devices. It is also able to connect with the iPod or iPhone via The Bridge III. It also has 2 x 65 watt amplifiers along with custom 5-inch bass reflex speakers and 1-inch dome tweeters. The Harman Kardon MAS 102 is almost a complete sound system that will set you up for US$999. It is now available at Harman Kardon.

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Review: Star Wars: The Complete Saga on Blu-ray

 

STAR WARS: THE COMPLETE SAGA comes to Blu-ray Disc and will be released beginning on September 12. The nine-disc collection enables you to revisit all of your favorite Star Wars moments – in high definition and with 6.1 DTS Surround Sound. Dive deeper into the universe with an unprecedented 40+ hours of special features, highlighted by never-before-seen content sourced from the Lucasfilm archives.

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