Spain’s Administration has approved a fresh DTT technical plan that paves the way for a new nationwide DTT channel, and will preprae the country for a migration to UHD transmissions with a reorganisation of the radioelectric spectrum that adopts DVB-T2 technology. The new DTT (SD) licence is likely to be awarded before this summer with […]
The UHD Spain Association, the Forum Audiovisuel Numérique (FAVN) of France and the UHD Forum Italy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote Ultra HD technology in Europe and international markets. This agreement lays the foundation for a strategic collaboration between the leading European associations dedicated to the development and implementation of advanced […]
LG Electronics (LG) has reaffirmed its dominance in the premium TV market, leading global OLED TV shipments in 2024 with over 52.4 per cent of the market share. LG has now led the OLED TV market for 12 consecutive years, According to market research firm Omdia, LG secured the top spot in the global OLED […]
F1 TV is launching the F1 TV Premium service – allowing fans to immerse themselves fully in the F1 weekend with a host of features. Viewers can watch every F1 Grand Prix, F1 Sprint, Qualifying and practice session live in 4K/HDR at home, with F2, F3, F1 Academy and Porsche Supercup sessions also available to […]
Samsung Electronics has maintained its position as the world’s top soundbar brand for the 11th year in a row. According to market research firm FutureSource Consulting, Samsung captured a global market share of 20.1 per cent in revenue and 18.4 per cent in sales volume in 2024, further strengthening its leadership in the premium audio […]
FilmRise, the US-based film and television studio and streaming network, has announced the debut of a proprietary AI initiative designed to convert SD content to HD. This initiative will launch with the true crime franchise series, Forensic Files, which FilmRise distributes through a long-term arrangement with IP owner Content Partners. The company’s technology team, led […]
Sky has unveiled its new Sky Glass TV, featuring brighter 4K HDR screen and an enhanced seven-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system built in. Sky Glass comes with Sky TV built in, with no dish or box required to stream over Wi-Fi. There are three sizes available: 43”, 55” and 65”, as well as three updated […]
OLED panel revenues increased 28 per cent YoY in Q3 2024, and are expected to increase 16 per cent in 2024 with growth from smartphones, TVs and IT-based applications. As revealed in Counterpoint’s latest OLED Shipment Report, (generated by Display Supply Chain Consultants) OLED panel revenues increased 28 per cent YoY in Q3/2024. This improvement […]
Clint Eastwood’s Malpaso production house is scanning the 35mm version of the classic Dirty Harry movie into 8K. There will be dedicated screening of the classic detective drama at the Berlinale – Berlin International Film Festival, commencing on February 13th. Eastwood, writing on X, said the screening will utilise an 8K scan of the original […]
Nokia has signed a multi-year patent licence agreement with Samsung covering the use of Nokia’s video technologies in Samsung’s televisions. Under the agreement, Samsung will make royalty payments to Nokia. The new agreement is separate from Nokia and Samsung’s existing 5G patent licence agreement. The terms of the agreement remain confidential between the parties. Arvin […]