August 2008 Netflix Streams - Members now have access to streaming movies, via their web site. They also cut a deal with XBOX. Soon, XBOX 360 owners with Netflix memberships will be able to stream movies to their TV's. No additional charges for these great features. *Last episode of ‘At the Movies’ will air the weekend of Aug. 16th-17th. The reason? Contractual issues. Roger Ebert's main replacements were A.O. Scott of the New York Times and Michael Phillips of the Chicago Tribune. Michael Phillips (a great choice) dominated the bulk of the time in the chair next to Richard. Richard plans to continue the format with his own production...can't wait. Steve Brown Rant: Upgrade Heaven or Upgrade Hell, Which Will It Be? (Why haven't processor upgrades mimicked computer upgrades?) Upgrade Heaven or Upgrade Hell, Which Will It Be? (Why haven't processor upgrades mimicked computer upgrades?) "Rants" page: Steve Brown on IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) …The Reality II - What you'll likely end up with. "Rants" page: Steve Brown on IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) …The Dream Part I - The ins-and-outs of future multimedia access. FCC Rules and Home Owner Rights - Condo Commandos...look out! Read the actual FCC rules for installing Consumer-Owned Antennas and Satellite Dishes. You have more rights than you think. The American Widescreen Museum - (One of my favorite sites) All Widescreen systems, Color history and sound development DVD's and Blu-ray's Scheduled for Release in August 2008 Standard DVD Release for August Blu-ray DVD Release for August HD DVD Releases discontinued Documentary Favorites (In no particular order) - All linked to the imdb.com Link to Documentary Favorites Page - Updated regularly Film Preservation Sites The Criterion Collection National Film Preservation Foundation The Home Film Preservation Guide Independent Media Arts Preservation The National Television and Video Preservation Foundation Other Amateur Home Theater Stuff UN2.com Site for submitted short films. Winner gets $10,000 prize. Bose Quiet Comfort 3 vs. the Sennheiser PXC 450 Review by Bob Brown