Ultimate Father’s Day Gift – LG 55” Cinema 3D LED Smart TV

Ultimate Father’s Day Gift – LG 55” Cinema 3D LED Smart TV

Oh the things I do in the name of being a blogger… like the painful task of having a 55″ inch LG Cinema 3D TV for only 30 days as a review unit, but one lucky reader will get to win one of these AMAZING TVs!

You might comment like 1 in 100 movies and there are no TV shows in 3D but thats one great feature the LG 55LM7600 has is the ability to take 2D shows and make them 3D (some shows work better then others).

This is not just a TV but its a work of art… I can only wish to hang one of these sets from my wall instead of having it on the table top.  Using the wifi connection for updates to the firmware is cool but having access to netflix, youtube, and its skype-ready.

Since this was the hunt for content – I started looking at the blurays I’ve collected and never had use for since I didnt have a 3D tv till now, but really made it a breeze was the time warner on demand channels like HBO 3D on-demand.

The tip for parents is if I owned a TV like this with the glasses, I would have to pick up a container to store the glasses in out of the reach of the kids. These glasses are pretty slick looking – which also means I fear that they’ll break too but oh well… I believe you can also use the same glasses you get at the movie theater (but thats just internet rumors).

For those that need the geek specs

Features

  • Cinema 3D – Comfortable 3D Glasses (6 Pairs Included), 3D Depth Control, 3D Sound Zooming, 2D to 3D Conversion, Dual Play Gaming (requires Optionalhardware), 3D Zone
  • Smart TV – Premium Content Providers, Home Dashboard 2.0, Magic Remote, AppStore, 3D World (3D Content Streaming), Smart Share, WiDi, Skype Ready, Smart Phone Remote Support, Network File Browser & Wi-FiScreen Share
  • Picture Quality – Edge LED Plus, Micro Pixel Control, Full HD 1080p, Triple XD Engine, TruMotion 240Hz &Resolution Upscaler
  • Design – Cinema Screen and Ribbon Stand

Specifications

  • Screen Size (Diagonal): 54.6-inches
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080p
  • BLU Type: Edge LED Plus
  • Frame Rate: TruMotion 240Hz
  • Micro Pixel Control (Local Dimming): Yes
  • Receiving System: ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM (1 tuner)
  • Aspect Control: 5 Modes (16:9/Just Scan/Original/4:3/Cinema Zoom 1)
  • Audio: 1-way 2 Speakers, 10W + 10W
  • 3D Features: FPR 3D Type, 3D to 2D & 2D to 3D Convert Source, 3D Depth Control & Viewpoint, 3D Sound Zooming, Dual Play Capable (AG-F3100DP optional glasses required)
  • Smart Energy Saving: Backlight Control + Intelligent Sensor
  • Camera: Ready
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi Built-in, WiFi Direct, Media Link, DLNA, WiDi, SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC), Windows 7 Certified
  • A/V Inputs/Outputs: 1 x RF In, 1 x AV In, 1 x Component In + Audio, 1 x Digital Audio Out (Optical), 4 x HDMI/HDCP in, 1 x RGB (D-Sub PC), 3 x USB 2.0, LAN
  • VESA Compatible: 400 mm x 400 mm
  • Swivel (Right/Left): 10/10 degree
  • Power: 100V – 240V, 50/60Hz
  • Warranty: 1 Year Limited Parts & Labor
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 48.5″ x 31.3″ x 13.0″ with Stand / 48.5″ x 28.8″ x 1.3″ without Stand
  • Weight: 55.1 lbs. with Stand / 47.0 lbs. without Stand

Disclosure: I was provided with this television to trial for 30 days by LG Electronics.  The views and opinions expressed here are my own.

Please read full contest rules here http://www.thehuntfor3dcontent.com/

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 11th, 2012.

You must comment why Daddy needs a new TV?  please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:

” win an LG 55 inch LED 3D Smart TV from @dadarocks –  http://dad.tc/KzIOMq #thehuntfor3dcontent ”  and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win an @LGus 55 inch LED 3D Smart TV from @dadarocks –  http://dad.tc/KzIOMq #thehuntfor3dcontent

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You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner! Limited to the USA.

Disclaimer: LG is providing the prize for the raffle.

Max & Ruby: Rainy Day Play Review and Giveaway

Max & Ruby: Rainy Day Play Review and Giveaway

Join Max and Ruby for a rainy day adventure in the all-new DVD, Max & Ruby: Rainy Day Play! [Amazon] Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment, Max & Ruby: Rainy Day Play! was released on April 12, 2011, and sold for the suggested retail price of $16.99.

 

Nickelodeon’s Max & Ruby is a top-rated animated series based on the children’s books by Rosemary Wells. Each episode centers on bunny siblings Max, a determined three-year-old and his big sister, Ruby, a smart, goal-oriented seven-year-old.  The show offers an empowering message for children by showing Max and Ruby playing together and resolving their differences in ways that are respectful and supportive.

 

Max & Ruby: Rainy Day Play! Episode Synopses:

Ruby Writes a Story / Max’s Dominos / Grandma’s Attic

Ruby Writes a Story

Ruby needs quiet while she tries to write a story, but Max wants to play cowboy.  Fortunately, he helps Ruby come up with the perfect idea for her story.

Max’s Dominos

Ruby and Louise want to earn their hospitality badge by hosting a Bunny Scout Meeting.  Meanwhile, Max and Morris are busy exploring the domino effect with a variety of toys culminating in a terrific welcome for Bunny Scouts.

 

Grandma’s Attic

Max & Ruby explore in Grandma’s attic.  While Ruby is delighted to try on old clothes, Max finds an old chest that Grandma says nobody ever goes into.  When he finds the key, they both get a surprise.


Bunny Cakes / Bunny Party / Bunny Money

Bunny Cakes

Ruby wants to surprise Grandma with an angel cake with raspberry fluff icing for her birthday.  However, Max wants to make Grandma an earthworm cake with red-hot marshmallow squirters.  After a few mishaps in the kitchen and a few trips to the grocery store, Grandma gets both!

Bunny Party

Ruby is preparing a surprise birthday party for Grandma and she invited all her dollies as guests.  Meanwhile, Max thinks that some of his toy friends should also be at the party.  It’s not long before Ruby discovers that there are too many guests and not enough chairs.

 

Bunny Money

Ruby has saved just enough money to buy Grandma a music box with skating ballerinas on top for her birthday.  She soon finds however that shopping with Max costs more than she planned.


Ruby’s Safari / Max’s Mud Bath / Max’s Lost Lizard

Ruby’s Safari

Ruby and Louise have to fill out the last page of their Bunny Scout Scrapbook.  They decide to have a safari in the backyard to get a picture of a special creature.  However, Maxkeeps leading them astray with his animal toys.  In the end, his red rubber elephant attracts a hummingbird and the girls get their photo.

Max’s Mud Bath

Ruby and Louise set up there beauty shop again and want to give Max an all-natural treatment with crushed up fruits and veggies.  However, Max thinks the treatment looks quite tasty and would rather play in the mud.

 

Max’s Lost Lizard

Ruby and Louise are making a terrarium for the Bunny Scout chameleon, and Max is very interested in the “lizard!” When the chameleon escapes, Max is the only one who sees through its camouflage.  Thankfully, Max manages to help get it safely back in the girls’ finished terrarium.


Ruby’s Rainbow / Home Tweet Home / Max’s Mudpie

Ruby’s Rainbow

Ruby wants to paint a perfect rainbow for Grandma but she can’t remember the colors or the order they go in.  When Max says “Backyard,” Ruby says he can’t go outside because it’s raining.  However when she finally follows him outside, she sees there’s a rainbow in the backyard.

Home Tweet Home

Ruby and Louise build a birdhouse. Max says “Hungry” so Ruby gets him a peanut butter sandwich, berries and sunflower seeds.  When the birds don’t come near the birdhouse,Max uses the treats to attract the birds.

 

Max’s Mudpie

Max keeps trying to make a mudpie but Ruby wants him to stay clean because Grandma is coming over and she’s got something very special.  In the end, Max gets himself andRuby mucky.  It turns out that Grandma’s surprise is a double chocolate fudge treat she calls “Mudpie!”

 

What makes this awesome is the simple fact its 98 minutes long – if you just hit play and prey you’re child will watch it end to end… you may just may successfully nap.  Having just seen the live show of Max and Ruby I’ve come away with a new appreciation of how the relationship and dynamic of the older sister and younger brother might be a great tool for families to use on younger kids, this certainly isnt aged for anyone over the age of 5 but once again its still a good buy for the amount of content on this dvd alone.

 

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 1st, 2011.
2 Lucky people will win the Max & Ruby DVD! Tell us your favorite character on Max and Ruby is and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @NickelodeonDVD @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/lAUJr1 and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win the #MaxAndRuby DVD from @dadarocks & @NickelodeonDVD – http://dad.tc/lAUJr1

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

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You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclaimer: NickelodeonDVD provided the DVD for this raffle

‘Sid the Science Kid’ Celebrates Earth Day

‘Sid the Science Kid’ Celebrates Earth Day

Sid the Science Kid will be celebrating Earth Day (April 22) with four new episodes, the week of April 18, on PBS Kids.

New episodes of The Jim Henson Company animated preschool show will explore a different science theme related to the environment. As in every episode, Sid will begin each episode with a question and spend the day finding answers with help from his friends and family.

The episodes include “Where Did The Water Go?” (What happens to water that goes down the drain?) on Monday, April 18; “Clean Air!” (Why does Sid’s dad wear a mask when he paints?) on April 19, repeating on Earth Day; “Reused Robot” (Where does trash go when we throw it away?) on April 20; and  “Save The Stump” (Can an old stump be a home for tiny creatures?) on April 21.

Each episode of Sid the Science Kid focuses on a single scientific concept that is presented using Preschool Pathways to Science (PrePS), a practical science readiness curriculum used in preschool classrooms. Here is Sid sharing his top 5 tips for being gentler to the environment http://pbskids.org/sid/videoplayer.html?pid=8Qmw2JiU95dkX1qaNRvjyTxc5by_BNqF

New Episodes of Yo Gabba Gabba on Nickelodeon this week

New Episodes of Yo Gabba Gabba on Nickelodeon this week

The Killers, Marissa Jaret Winokur and Jack McBrayer among the stars featured in brand new episodes of the “hottest kid’s show on TV,” Yo Gabba Gabba!, premiering Monday, Feb. 7 – Thursday, Feb. 10, at 1:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. The hit series, currently in its third season, is created by Christian Jacobs and Scott Schultz and is produced by The Magic Store and W!LDBRAIN.

Monday, Feb. 7 “Adventure”
Muno and friends go on an Indiana Jones style adventure! They travel through a jungle under Gabbaland and find a golden treasure. The Killers perform “Spaceship Adventure” and Mark Mothersbaugh is featured in his “Mark’s Magic Pictures” segment.

Tuesday, Feb. 8 “Nature”
Toodee gets everyone to go camping. They hike, roast s’mores, and tell stories around the campfire. They meet their new friend Barbara (voiced by Marissa Jaret Winokur), and everyone earns a badge. Band of Horses performs “Out in Nature,” Jack McBrayer and Paul Scheer are featured in their “Knock Knock Joke” segment and Biz Markie is featured in his “Biz’s Beat of the Day” segment.

Wednesday, Feb. 9 “Big”
Brobee gets frustrated about being the little one, and he wants to know what it’s like to be big like DJ Lance. He accidentally switches places with DJ Lance and grows big, but Brobee has a hard time being like DJ Lance. DJ Lance and Brobee switch places again and everything is back to normal in Gabbaland. Musical guest Jem performs “Something’s Big, Something’s Small” and Mark Mothersbaugh is featured in his “Mark’s Magic Pictures” segment.

Thursday, Feb. 10, “Ride”
The Gabba gang has fun riding toys. Toodee goes surfing, Muno rides a skateboard, Plex go-carts, Foofa rides a bike with training wheels, Brobee rides a razor and DJ Lance roller-skates. Each of them wears a helmet for safety. Musical guests Dean & Britta perform “Let’s Ride.”

Friday, Feb. 11 “Adventure” (ENCORE)

And as a super special bonus, CLICK HERE for a sneak preview of The Killers’ performance of Spaceship Adventure from the new episode, “Adventure!”

I got to check out Adventure & Nature both are my new favorites right behind New Friends with Jack Black, Adventure is Indiana Jones with some tosses of 80’s video games like zelda and tomb raider.

Sesame Street makes TV dads want to watch

Unless you live without TV you’ve heard the huff and puff about Sesame Street’s Katy Perry’s Elmo Hot N Cold music video got pulled from the show.  Ok I’ll admit maybe just a straight tube top could have been better but really its not like shes hanging out.

Here is the video – what do you think? too hot for tv or just making some noise?