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A brief look at new and noteworthy experiences among DVDs, video games, gadgets and the Web.
DVD
True Blu websites If your holiday season includes an upgrade to Blu-ray, there are several excellent websites that will come in handy. High-Def Digest (www.highdefdigest.com) and the Digital Bits (www.thedigitalbits.com) provide reviews and daily updates on upcoming releases. DVD Price Search (www.dvdpricesearch.net) and Dealnews (www.dealnews.com) keep tabs on the many deals available online. And Amazon (www.amazon.com) and Deep Discount (www.deepdiscount.com) are reliable retailers that offer regular discounts.
Out today: "Beethoven's Big Break," "The Duchess," "Eagle Eye," "Ghost Town," "Resident Evil: Degeneration," "Savage Grace."
GADGET
A good-sounding deal If you're looking for a new headphone option, check out the Comply products from Oakdale-based Hearing Components, a 3M spinoff (1-800-872-8986). The in-the-ear design uses a proprietary foam technology that conforms to the shape of the ear canal to provide a comfy fit and block outside noise. Besides offering two models of earphones ($60 and $80), the company makes products that can rev up the ones you already have. Its Whoomp! Earbud Enhancers (two pairs, $20) snap onto Apple's standard earphones for a better fit and sound on iPods and iPhones, while the Comply Foam Tips (three pairs, $15) do the same for 35 other brands. Use the promo code STAR at the Comply website (www.complyfoam.com) to get 20 percent off.
RANDY A. SALAS
