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“HD Ready”, “HD Ready (Full HD)” and “Full HD” do consumers really know the meaning of these hallowed acronyms? Apparently not according to electronic giants LG. Citing the TV industry, the company have proclaimed that consumers need educating on high-definition before they make the bigger cash splurges on visual units.

Also blaming retailers themselves for this lack of knowledge after a number of reputable dealers have recently been caught out telling customers Freeview is in fact an HD service, the most shocking stat comes in that one out of four Brits believe owning an HD Ready TV instantly makes every programme viewed HD.

Back to school indeed.

 

Universal have announced dual plans for Hellboy II: The Golden Army’s upcoming Blu-ray release. First in this clutch is a 2-disc edition of the popular sequel with at least 3 hours of reputed bonus content to be included. In addition to this, BD-Live capabilities that enable viewers take snapshot of the film and create a cine-comic book have also been promised.

Second in Universal’s plans is a package that will please fans of both the film and director Guillermo del Toro as a limited edition Collector’s Set looks set to become all the rage come its release date.

We’ve previously set pulses racing on these here pages with news on The Incredible Hulk’s BD bash, and now through a handy Universal leak, finally have a glimpse at the disc’s unique box art. As well as giving Abomination a sound pasting it’s the headlining green box banner that really sets this BD apart, proving that studios are finally letting their hair down and throwing some imagination at Blu-ray marketing.

Set to feature a host of extras including the BD-exclusive ‘My Chat’ option, news on whether Universal are set to present the movie in its oft-talked about director’s cut is still unknown. Hulk will be smashing its way into stores US on 21 October so keep your eyes peeled for our definitive review.

Mitsubishi have followed Funai as the second company to unveil an HDTV/Blu-ray combo. No specs have  been announced but the company, yet to enter the Blu-ray market, has shown a version of it’s REAL concept in Japan. More news when we get it.