March 11, 2008
The BBC is collaborating with broadcasters in Japan, on Super Hi-Vision technology, which will provide high-definition TV pictures, 33 times more detailed than currently available.
The BBC hopes to broadcast the 2012 Olympics in Super Hi-Vision, on huge screens located in city centres across Britain.
Japanese public broadcaster, ...
BBC and NHK collaborate on Super Hi-Vision technology
Story link: BBC and NHK collaborate on Super Hi-Vision technology by Jan Harris
The BBC is collaborating with broadcasters in Japan, on Super Hi-Vision technology, which will provide high-definition TV pictures, 33 times more detailed than currently available.
The BBC hopes to broadcast the 2012 Olympics in Super Hi-Vision, on huge screens located in city centres across Britain.
Japanese public broadcaster, ...Samsung HL-T7288W DLP TV
Story link: Samsung HL-T7288W DLP TV by Franz Bicar
The HL-T7288W is Samsung's largest DLP TV to date. It will give users the biggest picture on the block. The HL-T7288W is a beauty to behold with its ultra-thin, piano-black bezel case that surrounds a 72" screen. It let's you enjoy more screen and less frame. Its slim depth, light weight and ...
March 10, 2008
Sony has revealed that it is in talks with Microsoft, about creating a version of the Xbox video game console equipped with a Blu-ray high-definition DVD player.
This has been considered a likely move since Toshiba recently decided to drop the rival HD-DVD format, after which Microsoft ...
Sony and Microsoft in talks on Xbox Blu-ray drive
Story link: Sony and Microsoft in talks on Xbox Blu-ray drive by Jan Harris
Sony has revealed that it is in talks with Microsoft, about creating a version of the Xbox video game console equipped with a Blu-ray high-definition DVD player.
This has been considered a likely move since Toshiba recently decided to drop the rival HD-DVD format, after which Microsoft ...Samsung LN-T5281FX LCD TV
Story link: Samsung LN-T5281FX LCD TV by Franz Bicar
The Samsung LN-T5281FX LCD TV is a combination of high definition coupled with high style balanced together to produce an outstanding HDTV set. With true 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, it creates a brilliantly sharp, detailed picture. And with its new LED Smart Lighting, the LNT5281F delivers a brilliant 500,000:1 contrast ratio.
Samsung's ultra-fast ...
March 8, 2008
The NEC AccuSync 24WMCX is a very good example of hybrid computer monitor - HDTV set. The 24" 1080p LCD Monitor, as a hybrid, can handle a computer's 16 x 10, WUXGA, 1920 x 1200 and an HDTV's 16 x 9, 1080p signals. For those people who are minimalist, who love space, this ...
NEC AccuSync 24WMCX 24″ 1080p LCD Monitor Review
Story link: NEC AccuSync 24WMCX 24″ 1080p LCD Monitor Review by Franz Bicar
The NEC AccuSync 24WMCX is a very good example of hybrid computer monitor - HDTV set. The 24" 1080p LCD Monitor, as a hybrid, can handle a computer's 16 x 10, WUXGA, 1920 x 1200 and an HDTV's 16 x 9, 1080p signals. For those people who are minimalist, who love space, this ...
March 7, 2008
Samsung has decided not to go ahead with plans for a dual-format HDTV player, following Toshiba's decision to exit the HD DVD business.
Samsung announced that it has cancelled the introduction of its second-generation BD-UP5500 dual-format player, which was designed to display both Blu-ray and HD DVD discs.
The company ...
Samsung cancels plans for dual-format HDTV player
Story link: Samsung cancels plans for dual-format HDTV player by Jan Harris
Samsung has decided not to go ahead with plans for a dual-format HDTV player, following Toshiba's decision to exit the HD DVD business.
Samsung announced that it has cancelled the introduction of its second-generation BD-UP5500 dual-format player, which was designed to display both Blu-ray and HD DVD discs.
The company ...
March 6, 2008
Hitachi is planning to launch a range of ultra slim 'TVs' in the UK called Wooo in Japan.
Technically speaking the Hitachi 32MH70, 37MX70, 42MX70 LCD TV's aren't really TVs at all, as Hitachi has stripped out the TV tuners to help it achieve the slim design.
Hitachi ...
Hitachi Wooo displays coming to UK
Story link: Hitachi Wooo displays coming to UK by Jan Harris
Hitachi is planning to launch a range of ultra slim 'TVs' in the UK called Wooo in Japan.
Technically speaking the Hitachi 32MH70, 37MX70, 42MX70 LCD TV's aren't really TVs at all, as Hitachi has stripped out the TV tuners to help it achieve the slim design.
Hitachi ...Hitachi L47V651 Plasma TV Review
Story link: Hitachi L47V651 Plasma TV Review by Franz Bicar
When looking for a new set, buyers usually look for clarity, quality and sharpness. It's all in the details, and the Hitachi L47V651 high definition plasma TV is all that. The L47V651 Ultravision LCD HDTV offers a mind-bogglingly clear, high-quality, and sharp image with the inclusion of Full HD1080 resolution. Hitachi's Full HD1080 ...
March 5, 2008
Pioneer is planning to cease production of plasma display panels. The decision is part of the company's efforts to turn around its loss-making flat TV operations.
The company has been struggling to compete with larger rivals, including Matsushita Electric Industrial Co, which manufactures the Panasonic brand.
Pioneer will keep building Plasma TVs, ...
Pioneer reviews plasma business
Story link: Pioneer reviews plasma business by Jan Harris
Pioneer is planning to cease production of plasma display panels. The decision is part of the company's efforts to turn around its loss-making flat TV operations.
The company has been struggling to compete with larger rivals, including Matsushita Electric Industrial Co, which manufactures the Panasonic brand.
Pioneer will keep building Plasma TVs, ...Mitsubishi WD57734 DLP-based HDTV
Story link: Mitsubishi WD57734 DLP-based HDTV by Franz Bicar
The Mitsubishi WD57734 is enclosed in a platinum black, brushed accent. It comes in with a compact casing that looks stylish and fashionable. This 57-inch monster is 13.9-inches deep , and while not as thin as plasma or LCD flat panel sets, won't seem like a behemoth either. At 62.3 pounds, the set ...
March 4, 2008
Panasonic is launching two new, top-of-the-range, plasma TVs the Viera TH-50PZ800B and TH-42PZ800B.
The PZ800 models are 1080p panels, with 24p support. The TH-50PZ800B is a 42-inch set, while the TH-50PZ800B measures 50 inches.
Both models feature Panasonic's new V-Real PRO 3 technology, which optimises motion and improves fine detail. ...
Panasonic announces Viera TH-50PZ800B and TH-42PZ800B
Story link: Panasonic announces Viera TH-50PZ800B and TH-42PZ800B by Jan Harris
Panasonic is launching two new, top-of-the-range, plasma TVs the Viera TH-50PZ800B and TH-42PZ800B.
The PZ800 models are 1080p panels, with 24p support. The TH-50PZ800B is a 42-inch set, while the TH-50PZ800B measures 50 inches.
Both models feature Panasonic's new V-Real PRO 3 technology, which optimises motion and improves fine detail. ...Samsung LN-T4081F LCD TV
Story link: Samsung LN-T4081F LCD TV by Franz Bicar
The Samsung LN-T4081F LCD TV combines high style and high definition together to produce an elegant set. With its 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, it creates a brilliantly sharp, detailed picture. And with its new LED Smart Lighting, the LNT4081F delivers a brilliant 500,000:1 contrast ratio. Samsung even included its ultra-fast switching technology ...
March 3, 2008
Following Toshiba's recent decision to halt the production of HD-DVD devices, the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) is calling for the industry to unite behind the Blu-ray high definition format.
The Association is calling for support to persuade HDTV owners to adopt the Blu-ray format, in preference to the dominant ...
BDA calls for industry-wide support for Blu-ray
Story link: BDA calls for industry-wide support for Blu-ray by Jan Harris
Following Toshiba's recent decision to halt the production of HD-DVD devices, the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) is calling for the industry to unite behind the Blu-ray high definition format.
The Association is calling for support to persuade HDTV owners to adopt the Blu-ray format, in preference to the dominant ...Toshiba 46LX177 46″ 1080p LCD HDTV
Story link: Toshiba 46LX177 46″ 1080p LCD HDTV by Franz Bicar
Toshiba's Cinema Series has produced some of the best looking and high performing sets for the HDTV market. The 46LX177 46" 1080p LCD is a part of this series, and same as the other members of this series, is something that would no doubt impress a lot of users.
You may notice that we ...