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Aereo will be expanding its live TV streaming service to Chicago on September 13, CEO and founder Chet Kanojia announced today at TechWeek Chicagol.

Pioneer launched two new Elite brand AV receivers offering 4K Ultra HD compatibility, expanded multi-zone, high-resolution file format playback, and more.

Yamaha has introduced its flagship Aventage AV separate components today, coming in the form of an 11.2-channel preamp and an 11-channel power amp.

Netflix will bolster its film and TV show lineup by adding another 20,000 titles after striking an “8-figure” multi-year deal with distributor Cinedigm.

More than 2,000 Intel employees are exclusively testing the company’s upcoming set-top box and streaming service as part of the “Black Box Project”.

A new on-demand service in South Korea is testing whether streaming movies still playing in theaters might effectively combat rampant piracy in Asia.

Cambridge Audio has introduced a new 2.1 computer audio system called the Minx M5, featuring a subwoofer, two satellite speakers and a desktop control hub.

Red is now shipping its Redray 4K media player that had been available for pre-order for those looking to own a playback device for 4K Ultra HD TVs.

It took a long time, but the Apple TV has finally added both HBO Go and WatchESPN apps to the streaming box’s content lineup.

Intel is looking to launch its own set top box and streaming service later this year to compete with existing services.

DreamWorks has struck a multi-year deal with Netflix to supply 300 hours of original content with the first shows start streaming next year.

FixYa releases report comparing top celebrity-branded headphones to highlight which ones made the grade and which were deemed to be gimmicky or substandard.

Pandora launched its new tv.pandora.com for streaming on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 game consoles, but with an eventual focus on TVs and set top boxes.

One Arrested Development fan on Reddit took to re-editing all of Season 4 to change the chronological order and offer it to everyone on a silver platter.

Tivoli Audio hooks up with Coach for a limited-edition version of its PAL BT Bluetooth radio that is wrapped in leather or lizard print.

Marantz launches three new AV receivers in its SR series this month, adding features and upgrades from the previous iteration, including a bump up in sound.

Windows PCs with Intel's WiDi built-in will be able to stream content directly to Samsung TVs, which will support the technology, both companies announced.

Amazon and Viacom reached an agreement that would see 3,900 TV episodes from Nick Jr., Nickelodeon, MTV and Comedy Central come to Prime Instant Video.

Sennheiser's partnership with a European fashion label may signal a new direction aimed toward fusing trendy style with sound quality purists appreciate.

A new multiyear deal between Time Warner Cable and Starz expands coverage to on-demand services and TV Everywhere access online and on mobile devices.

Hulu has revamped its living room user interface for Hulu Plus for subscribers on Samsung smart TVs, select Blu-ray players and Roku boxes.

TomTom will be testing the waters in branding itself as a company consumers will trust outside of the car after mapping out a strategy in Amsterdam.

Sony has licensed video compression technology from startup Eye IO to ensure that it can stream 4K video for its streaming service launching this summer.

Griffin has announced availability for its WoodTones over-the-ear headphones, which use hand-tooled wood for the ear cups as part of its unique design.

Pioneer has introduced two new Elite AV receivers offering 7.2-channel surround sound, Class D amplification, 4K Ultra HD upscaling and HD audio playback.

Amazon has announced that it will press forward and produce five original series to stream exclusively on its Prime Instant Video service later this year.

Samsung is looking to launch a new set top box with a CableCard slot for traditional subscription video service and broadband for streaming video services.

Target, Best Buy and Amazon are offering a month-long promotion for a Sonos Wireless HiFi System package that is currently selling for $300.

Vizio will roll out its new line of M-Series Razor LED Smart TVs ranging from 32- to 80-inch models, said to be faster and smarter with ultra-thin bezels.

Tennis Channel is offering a free weeklong peek at French Open matches through a free mobile app for smartphones and tablets.

Eton has launched a new portable solar-powered Bluetooth speaker called the Rugged rukus with a splash-proof body designed for use in outdoor settings.

Netflix has secured the U.S rights to Derek, a British series starring Ricky Gervais, and will begin offering it to viewers here on Sept. 12.