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Old HDMI Cables: Just Ignore The Spec! 1366x768 vs. 720p! Blu-ray Picks!

Friday, August 26th, 2011 – running time 06:46
I was going to get Hulu Plus, but now it's for sale. Should I skip it? Is this old HDMI cable only good for 720p, or can I just plug it into my 1080p HDTV? Blu-ray picks for August 23rd, 2011. Why does my computer think my HDTV is 1366x768 and not 720p or 1080p?

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I was going to get Hulu Plus, but now it's for sale. Should I skip it? Is this old HDMI cable only good for 720p, or can I just plug it into my 1080p HDTV? Blu-ray picks for August 23rd, 2011. Why does my computer think my HDTV is 1366x768 and not 720p or 1080p?

Should I Wait To Buy Hulu Plus?

With so many companies bidding on Hulu, is it smart to buy a Plus subscription now, or should I wait? Watch the video for the pros and cons of biting the bullet or holding off.

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What Do HDMI Categories Mean?

If an HDMI cable is rated Category 1, does that mean it can only support 720p? Watch the video as Robert breaks down the specs and lays out what you need to know when buying a new cable.

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1366x768 vs 720p

If my HTPC recommends a resolution of 1366x768, how does that translate to my 720p HDTV? Watch the video to find out at which stage scaling should occur for the best quality video.

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New Blu-ray Releases for August 23rd, 2011

New releases for this week include The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, The Beaver, Rounders, and more! Watch the video for details on our favorites, and check out High-Def Digest and High Def Disc News for the complete list of releases

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Don't Drink & Drive

The police will be out in force nationwide from August 19 to September 5th in a nationwide effort to crack down on impaired driving. Don't put yourself and others in danger or risk the terrible legal repercussions: drive sober or get pulled over.