UK consumers embracing Ultra-HD
A survey by the DTG (conducted by Atomik Research) has found that UK consumers are enthusiastic buyers of Ultra HD displays. The DTG, a unique
March 28, 2017By Chris Forrester
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Verizon, SES trial Ultra HD delivery
Satellite operator SES is stepping up the number of its North American Ultra HD delivery service provider trials with the announcement of a collaborative agreement with telco Verizon aimed at driving the overall development of Ultra HD delivery solutions for Verizon Fios subscribers throughout the US. Verizon is among a recent wave of multichannel video […]
March 27, 2017
Cogeco Connexion launches TiVo 4K service
Canadian cable MSO Cogeco Connexion has introduced a new TiVo 4K PVR which it says will allow its customers in Quebec and Ontario to access ultra-high-definition programming, for an even better television entertainment experience. “This evolution in our offering is consistent with our ongoing commitment to better meet the changing needs of our customers, who […]
March 23, 2017
Research: 335m UHD homes by 2020
The latest data from SES, based on its Satellite Monitor studies, shows that European consumers are buying into the Ultra HD concept. SES is transmitting 34 UHD channels, of which 21 are fully commercial. While some channels, such as Fashion 4K have a near-global presence, others (such as Sky UK’s UHD transmission) are country-specific. Ricardo […]
March 22, 2017By Chris Forrester
SES claims global audience of 1bn
Satellite operator SES says its spacecraft are now delivering TV entertainment and news programming to more than 1 billion people and 325 million homes. SES says that this is an 18 per cent growth over the position at the end of 2012. Their data was released by SES’s Senior Market & Business Analyst, Ricardo Topham, […]
March 21, 2017By Chris Forrester
Accedo powers 4KUniverse on Amazon Fire TV
4KUniverse, the 24/7 Ultra HD general entertainment channel in North America, has announced the launch of its SVoD service on Amazon Fire TV, created and powered by Accedo, the video experience pioneer. 4KUniverse is available across linear, cable and satellite TV and multiple OTT devices, offering around the clock Ultra HD TV series, movies, documentaries […]
March 21, 2017
Insight TV showcases 4K SVoD service
Insight TV, a producer and broadcaster of travel and extreme sports genres in ultra HD, will unveil its new 4K SVoD platform at MIPTV. The platform is available via its website to subscribers globally or via iOS and Android devices using the Insight TV App. Powered by the NeuLion Digital Platform viewers will be able […]
March 20, 2017
Samsung unveils lifestyle TVs
Samsung Electronics America has showcased what it suggests is a new way to think about TV with its 2017 Home Entertainment product line. The company has confirmed the availability of its premium flagship QLED televisions and revealed a new lifestyle TV, The Frame. “Our 2017 lineup is ushering in a new era for television. This […]
March 15, 2017
Netflix, Amazon backing higher-res tech
Amazon and Netflix are not only acquiring documentaries and films, but are also heavily involved in producing their own content using UHD technologies, according to a white paper – 4K TV and UHD: the whole picture – released by critical information, analytics and solutions specialist IHS Markit ahead of Cable Congress 2017. Subscription Video on […]
March 10, 2017
“Incredible” uptake of 4K displays
IHS Markit’s Paul Gray, principal analyst for consumer devices, says that Q4 shipments last year for larger-sized 4K/UHD displays have shown “incredible acceleration” over previous quarter-year periods in 2016, and significantly ahead of 2015 shipments. IHS says that
March 7, 2017By Chris Forrester