May 7, 2008
Freesat was launched on 6 May by the BBC and ITV, and hot on its heels Panasonic has announced HD TVs with integrated Freesat tuners.
Panasonic's PZ81 series will include 42, 46 and 50 inch Freesat-enabled sets, which will be available from June.
The TVs can also receive the Freeview service through ...
Panasonic first with Freesat HDTV
Story link: Panasonic first with Freesat HDTV by Jan Harris
Freesat was launched on 6 May by the BBC and ITV, and hot on its heels Panasonic has announced HD TVs with integrated Freesat tuners.
Panasonic's PZ81 series will include 42, 46 and 50 inch Freesat-enabled sets, which will be available from June.
The TVs can also receive the Freeview service through ...
April 30, 2008
TANDBERG Television has launched a professional integrated receiver decoder (IRD) range which has been adapted for high volume video distribution applications and will feature reduced complexity, allowing for an easier content acquisition process for cable, satellite and telco operators.
Both products the RX8310 Distribution Receiver and the RX8320 ATSC include RF ...
TANDBERG launch integrated receiver decoder range
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TANDBERG Television has launched a professional integrated receiver decoder (IRD) range which has been adapted for high volume video distribution applications and will feature reduced complexity, allowing for an easier content acquisition process for cable, satellite and telco operators.
Both products the RX8310 Distribution Receiver and the RX8320 ATSC include RF ...
April 28, 2008
Samsung's new Series 6 and Series 7 LCD HDTVs provide a 'touch of colour' in their design.
As part of its focus on design innovation, Samsung has blended a little red into the TV's piano black bezels, which it poetically claims will echo the beauty of blown glass and sunsets. ...
Samsung adds ‘touch of colour’
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Samsung's new Series 6 and Series 7 LCD HDTVs provide a 'touch of colour' in their design.
As part of its focus on design innovation, Samsung has blended a little red into the TV's piano black bezels, which it poetically claims will echo the beauty of blown glass and sunsets. ...
April 24, 2008
Hitachi's ultra-thin UT32MH70 LCD TV will be available to buy at Comet stores in the UK from next month.
Excluding the bezel, the 32-inch high-definition TV is just 35mm thick - which is around one third the depth of a standard flatscreen - and it weighs just 10.9 kilos.
The 32-inch ...
Europe’s slimmest HDTV coming to Comet
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Hitachi's ultra-thin UT32MH70 LCD TV will be available to buy at Comet stores in the UK from next month.
Excluding the bezel, the 32-inch high-definition TV is just 35mm thick - which is around one third the depth of a standard flatscreen - and it weighs just 10.9 kilos.
The 32-inch ...
April 21, 2008
Hauppauge Digital Inc, a manufacturer of video, TV and data broadcast receiver products for PCs, is launching a USB TV dongle to support high definition TV broadcasts on Freesat.
For £79, the Hauppauge WinTV Nova-S Freesat USB2 will enable anyone who already has a satellite dish, such as Sky subscribers, to view ...
Hauppauge launches Freesat HDTV tuner
Story link: Hauppauge launches Freesat HDTV tuner by Jan Harris
Hauppauge Digital Inc, a manufacturer of video, TV and data broadcast receiver products for PCs, is launching a USB TV dongle to support high definition TV broadcasts on Freesat.
For £79, the Hauppauge WinTV Nova-S Freesat USB2 will enable anyone who already has a satellite dish, such as Sky subscribers, to view ...
April 18, 2008
HP has given a significant boost to its MediaSmart LCD TVs with the introduction of Microsoft Media Centre Extender capability. HP is the first company to add the capability to its Internet-connected TVs.
Microsoft's extender for Windows Media Centre allows digital media on PCs running Windows Vista Home ...
HP adds MS Media Center Extender to HDTVs
Story link: HP adds MS Media Center Extender to HDTVs by Jan Harris
HP has given a significant boost to its MediaSmart LCD TVs with the introduction of Microsoft Media Centre Extender capability. HP is the first company to add the capability to its Internet-connected TVs.
Microsoft's extender for Windows Media Centre allows digital media on PCs running Windows Vista Home ...
April 17, 2008
Samsung and Armani have joined forces to develop the Armani/Samsung premium LCD TV, which was announced at the Milan International Furniture Fair.
The design was inspired by Giorgio Armani's latest Armani/Casa home furnishings collection, and is expected to appeal to the 'discriminating' consumer.
The 100Hz full HD set has HDMI connectivity and will ...
Armani/Samsung LCD TV announced
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Samsung and Armani have joined forces to develop the Armani/Samsung premium LCD TV, which was announced at the Milan International Furniture Fair.
The design was inspired by Giorgio Armani's latest Armani/Casa home furnishings collection, and is expected to appeal to the 'discriminating' consumer.
The 100Hz full HD set has HDMI connectivity and will ...
April 15, 2008
Speculation is growing that Sony is adding backlit screens to its Bravia XBR8 HDTV.
The news was leaked by the Boy Genius Report, which also claims that while the lower tier XBR7 will not have the backlit screen, it will feature support for DLNA media sharing and online program ...
Sony Bravia to feature backlit screen?
Story link: Sony Bravia to feature backlit screen? by Jan Harris
Speculation is growing that Sony is adding backlit screens to its Bravia XBR8 HDTV.
The news was leaked by the Boy Genius Report, which also claims that while the lower tier XBR7 will not have the backlit screen, it will feature support for DLNA media sharing and online program ...
April 11, 2008
Hyundai's first 3D-capable HDTV has gone on sale in 23 shops in Japan today.
The 46-inch model has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 1,200:1 contrast ratio and two HDMI inputs.
It produces a 3D image using stereoscopics - the rapid display of two different images, one for the viewer’s left ...
Hyundai 3D HDTV launched in Japan
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Hyundai's first 3D-capable HDTV has gone on sale in 23 shops in Japan today.
The 46-inch model has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 1,200:1 contrast ratio and two HDMI inputs.
It produces a 3D image using stereoscopics - the rapid display of two different images, one for the viewer’s left ...
March 26, 2008
Philips has announced that its new, energy-efficient, Eco FlatTV LCD TV will be available in the UK from June for around £1,100.
The 42 inch, full 1080p set is based on Philips' Ambilight technology, which the company has previously used to add extra lighting effects around the TV.
The Eco ...
Philips announces UK-availability of Eco TV
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Philips has announced that its new, energy-efficient, Eco FlatTV LCD TV will be available in the UK from June for around £1,100.
The 42 inch, full 1080p set is based on Philips' Ambilight technology, which the company has previously used to add extra lighting effects around the TV.
The Eco ...
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
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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. ...
February 27, 2008
Panasonic has announced an upgraded version of its 103-inch plasma set, which it launched last year.
The Panasonic TH-103PF10UK, one of the company's 10-series, has a full 1080p HD resolution.
It also features better wall mounting configuration than its predecessor, along with improved video processing technology which gives a sharp image ...
Panasonic upgrades 103-inch plasma HDTV
Story link: Panasonic upgrades 103-inch plasma HDTV by Jan Harris
Panasonic has announced an upgraded version of its 103-inch plasma set, which it launched last year.
The Panasonic TH-103PF10UK, one of the company's 10-series, has a full 1080p HD resolution.
It also features better wall mounting configuration than its predecessor, along with improved video processing technology which gives a sharp image ...
February 20, 2008
Hitachi's Ultra Thin LCDs should be available in Europe from April. The sets will feature ultra-wideband technology from Tzero. UWB-equipped sets are already available in Japan.
The UT HDTVs will be able to receive high-definition video wirelessly from any HDMI equipped audio / video component, with transmission ...
Hitachi Ultra Thin LCDs coming to Europe
Story link: Hitachi Ultra Thin LCDs coming to Europe by Jan Harris
Hitachi's Ultra Thin LCDs should be available in Europe from April. The sets will feature ultra-wideband technology from Tzero. UWB-equipped sets are already available in Japan.
The UT HDTVs will be able to receive high-definition video wirelessly from any HDMI equipped audio / video component, with transmission ...
February 14, 2008
LCD TV designer, HANNspree, has launched the new 42-inch AT XV LCD TV, which combines a user-friendly interface with a host of features.
With an elegant and simple design the set offers a super wide 178-degree viewing angle.
A high image contrast ratio of 1,500:1, and brightness of 500 ...
HANNspree launches 42-inch AT XV LCD TV
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LCD TV designer, HANNspree, has launched the new 42-inch AT XV LCD TV, which combines a user-friendly interface with a host of features.
With an elegant and simple design the set offers a super wide 178-degree viewing angle.
A high image contrast ratio of 1,500:1, and brightness of 500 ...
January 31, 2008
Bang & Olufsen has made it easy to check that your set is delivering the best possible picture with its BeoVision 4 Plasma TV.
The 1920 x 1080 resolution set has a robotic arm with a camera at the end to check the picture quality. The arm is ...
BeoVision 4 Plasma TV automatically adjusts picture
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Bang & Olufsen has made it easy to check that your set is delivering the best possible picture with its BeoVision 4 Plasma TV.
The 1920 x 1080 resolution set has a robotic arm with a camera at the end to check the picture quality. The arm is ...
January 30, 2008
Consumer electronics giant, Philips, is increasing its focus on design, following research which found that style is an important factor for 98% of female consumers when choosing which product to buy.
The company is launching a 'Design Collection' of LCD TVs with three new LCD TV series, the ...
Philips focuses on design to attract female buyers
Story link: Philips focuses on design to attract female buyers by Jan Harris
Consumer electronics giant, Philips, is increasing its focus on design, following research which found that style is an important factor for 98% of female consumers when choosing which product to buy.
The company is launching a 'Design Collection' of LCD TVs with three new LCD TV series, the ...
January 29, 2008
JVC has launched the LH905-series of HDTVs, featuring the Genessa Premium 36-bit video engine.
The LH905 TVs feature a full HD 1,920 x 1,080 resolution LCD panel in all three of the 37in, 42in and 47in models, Deep Colour support, and an Ethernet port with DLNA support which allows the TVs ...
JVC launches LH905 HDTV range
Story link: JVC launches LH905 HDTV range by Jan Harris
JVC has launched the LH905-series of HDTVs, featuring the Genessa Premium 36-bit video engine.
The LH905 TVs feature a full HD 1,920 x 1,080 resolution LCD panel in all three of the 37in, 42in and 47in models, Deep Colour support, and an Ethernet port with DLNA support which allows the TVs ...
January 25, 2008
LCD TV manufacturer, Mirai, has released two new sets onto the market: the 32in DTL-832E500 and 42in DTL-742E600.
The DTL-742E6000 provides full 1080p high definition playback and features an integrated digital tuner, dual HDMI, plus 3D comb filters, ChroMAX circuitry and Faroudja technology to provide a smoother picture. The ...
Mirai launches 2 new LCD TVs
Story link: Mirai launches 2 new LCD TVs by Jan Harris
LCD TV manufacturer, Mirai, has released two new sets onto the market: the 32in DTL-832E500 and 42in DTL-742E600.
The DTL-742E6000 provides full 1080p high definition playback and features an integrated digital tuner, dual HDMI, plus 3D comb filters, ChroMAX circuitry and Faroudja technology to provide a smoother picture. The ...
January 24, 2008
Sharp is launching its new X-series line of LCD TVs in Japan on 1 March. The sets are just 3.44 centimetres at their thinnest point.
LCD TV manufacturers are producing thinner TVs by reducing the thickness of the backlight. Sharp has also separated the tuner unit into a VCR-sized box. ...
Sharp announces 1.5 inch LCD TV
Story link: Sharp announces 1.5 inch LCD TV by Jan Harris
Sharp is launching its new X-series line of LCD TVs in Japan on 1 March. The sets are just 3.44 centimetres at their thinnest point.
LCD TV manufacturers are producing thinner TVs by reducing the thickness of the backlight. Sharp has also separated the tuner unit into a VCR-sized box. ...
January 23, 2008
Korean manufacturer, LG, plans to focus on three main technological areas of development in 2008 - super slim 1.7in LCD, wireless HDTV, and new LED backlighting technology.
The elegant LG75 series will be launched in 2008, featuring a 1.7in, super-slim design, and a high-gloss black finish with a unique rose red ...
LG announces 2008 HDTV technology innovations
Story link: LG announces 2008 HDTV technology innovations by Jan Harris
Korean manufacturer, LG, plans to focus on three main technological areas of development in 2008 - super slim 1.7in LCD, wireless HDTV, and new LED backlighting technology.
The elegant LG75 series will be launched in 2008, featuring a 1.7in, super-slim design, and a high-gloss black finish with a unique rose red ...