At the 2011 European Forum on Digital TV Roberto Dini, founder of Sisvel, will initiate the 3D Village, a collaboration of partners involved in 3D broadcasting. The 3D Village will provide a forum for content providers, manufacturers and researchers, together with broadcasters delivering 3D services. Among broadcasters, 3D Village partners include early adopters of Sisvel […]
At the 2011 European Forum on Digital TV Roberto Dini, Founder of Sisvel, will initiate the 3D Village, a collaboration of partners involved in 3D broadcasting. The 3D Village will provide a forum for content providers, manufacturers and researchers, together with broadcasters delivering 3D services. Among broadcasters, 3D Village partners include early adopters of Sisvel […]
German car manufacturer Audi is launching a 3D commercial starring two-time Le Mans winner Allan McNish – marking the first time the company has gone 3D. The two and half minute advert will debut in 2D before the kick-off during ITV’s coverage of the Champions League final on Saturday before being rolled out in 3D […]
The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) has published the findings of a study that looks at the first-hand experiences of nearly 3,100 3DTV owners in the US. Overwhelmingly, consumers reported a positive entertainment experience, minimal price premiums, and enthusiasm about the future of 3D content. Respondents were asked to assess a number of 3DTV factors, including: […]
A new survey of senior engineers at over 350 US stations has found that many stations are in danger of being overwhelmed by the challenges of their rapidly expanding online and mobile efforts and that stations need to do a better job of deploying workflow and quality control systems to help them better handle their […]
Japanese electronics giant Panasonic thinks that despite the recent problems with crucial component supplies it believes it can emerge stronger thanks to Japan’s new energy and electrical efficiency strategy. Panasonic’s president Fumio Ohtsubo says his company’s recent efforts to move toward environmentally friendly products and renewable energy would benefit. Panasonic’s goal is to transform itself […]
As the demand for 3D home televisions grows in China, competition between panel makers is expected to heat up. Figures from China Electronic Chamber of Commerce (CECC) suggested that more than 80 per cent of Chinese consumers were able to differentiate between 3D television brands in the market this year. The chamber estimated some 5 […]
SES Astra has signed a capacity agreement with Penthouse Digital Media Productions for a second Penthouse 3D channel on ASTRA 23.5 degrees East for the encrypted distribution to TV platform providers across Europe. Penthouse 3D is the first worldwide 3D adult channel, broadcasting 100 per cent native 3D content. A first 3D channel from Penthouse […]
Broadcasters’ rate production of 3D content and channels is their lowest technology investment priority, and the lack of programming for consumers who have bought a 3D TV is set to continue, according to Ovum. In a new report analysing the state of the 3D market, the independent technology analyst unveils findings which reveal a clear […]
The final four matches of Rugby World Cup 2011 will be filmed and shown live in 3D on giant screens in arenas throughout New Zealand as well as at cinemas. “It’s like 40,000 new front row seats have just gone on sale,” says Ronel Schodt of 3DLive, the Official 3D Broadcaster of Rugby World Cup […]