HD Nation

Hosted by Patrick Norton and Robert Heron. New episodes Fridays.

HD Nation covers the week in High-Definition news, reviews, tips and tricks. Hosts Patrick Norton and Robert Heron will quench the thirst for stunning visuals and the ultimate surround sound by providing everything from reviews of the latest in home theater equipment, the best new Blu-Ray titles... Read More

HDTVs to Avoid, iPads Don't Do HDTV. Best HD: Satellite vs. Cable vs. Fiber, Kick-Ass Interview! Will Comcast Throttle Movie Downloads?

Monday, April 12th, 2010 – running time 35:05

The First 3D HD Channel. People of Lava: The Android Powered HDTV, Comcast's Court Win Could Be Bad for Downloading Movies! Is the iPad: Portable HDTV Machine, or Big IR Remote? Roger interviews John Romita Jr. about his film Kick-Ass, and the Blu-ray releases for April 6th, 2010.

iPad for HD Viewing? Android HDTV! Net Neutrality in Danger? Golf in 3D!

Is the iPad the ultimate portable HDTV source? It plays 720p, but the 4:3 screen is less than ideal, and the output options are limited. Patrick is loving the new selection of Criterion films available on Netflix. Swedish viewers will soon be able to get their hands on the first the first Android-powered HDTV from People of Lava. Net neutrality? Not by the FCC: the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals found that the FCC doesn't have the power to regulate ISPs. Comcast has launched its first 3D channel, and began its 3D coverage with The Masters Tournament. Watch the video for all the latest in HD news.

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More WW2 Movies

Our list of Top 5 WWII Movies got a lot of responses, and it turns out we missed a few. How could we forget Casablanca in glorious Blu-ray? Watch the video for the rest of those that deserve a mention.

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New Blu-ray releases for April 13, 2010

The list of new Blu-ray releases this week includes A Nightmare on Elm Street, Pirate Radio and more! Watch the video for the full list.

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Is 60Hz Enough?

If you're not gaming, is 60Hz enough for an HDTV? Viewer Ash doesn't play games on his HDTV, and rarely watches sports, so would a 60Hz display be a good way to get a bargain? Watch the video to find out if you need to bump it up to 120Hz for a good picture.

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Taking Kick-Ass from Comic to Movie: John Romita Interviewed

Roger Chang sits down with John Romita Jr at Wondercon to talk about his new movie Kick-Ass, and transforming it from graphic novel to feature film. Watch the video for all the juicy inside info.

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Who Has The Best HDTV: Satellite vs. Cable vs. Fiber!

Viewer Dan writes in to ask if the TV service offered his local Fiber provider: EPB will look as good or better than the offerings from his local cable company, DirecTV or Dish. The top of the line packages offers 100 megabits up and down, which means super-fast downloads! Watch the video to see what we'd pick!

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DVD Players Resume Where You Left Off. What about Blu-ray Players?

Wish your Blu-rays would automatically resume playing exactly where they left off? DVDs do, and so does HD-DVD, and the PS3 does sometimes, but it's left viewer Dr. Bowzer longing for the old days. Watch the video to find out why it's not so simple, and whether there might be a workaround.

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Show Title:
HD Nation
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HD Nation is your guide to the best in HD content, and the best in home theater gear, no matter what your budget is! Full episodes are available on Tekzilla. Visit http://tekzilla.com to watch.
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Movies & Media, Technology & Gadgets
Launch Date:
Jul 14, 2009
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