Televisions
Toshiba Places extends Multi Screen vision
Toshiba takes another big step in making its Multi Screen vision a reality. So far, the emphasis has been on connecting devices locally – for example with the Toshiba Media Controller, which makes it easy to access and stream content from device to device within a home network.
LG 3D plasma and 72” 3D screens
LG have launched an extensive range of home entertainment products for the second half of the year and revealed some of the latest technologies due for release this autumn, including the innovative new range of 3D plasma TVs and home cinema systems.
Sony recievers - ES quality with state of the art connectivity
ES products from Sony have an enviable reputation for superb audio quality and meticulous design and construction, and the new high-end receivers, the STR-DA5600ES and STR-DA3600ES, build on that reputation with new technology for even better home cinema sound, plus state of the art features such as 3D pass-through, DLNA connectivity for networked audio and video and internet radio.
Apple premieres new Apple TV
Apple have announced the new Apple TV which offers the simplest way to watch your favorite HD movies and TV shows on your HD TV for the breakthrough price of just $99.
Sony BRAVIA 3DTVs NX710 and NX810
A new dimension in home entertainment has arrived, and it’s here to stay. 3D entertainment has moved out of the cinema into the Living Room and Sony’s EISA award winning 3D BRAVIA TVs are leading the way in delivering a real Wow factor – a sparkling window into a richer, deeper more colourful and rewarding entertainment experience that changes one’s perceptions forever of just how good TV can get.
Panasonic and Acetrax to launch innovative movie service
Panasonic and digital movie retailer Acetrax have announced the launch of Europe’s first connected TV service – an innovative premium movie store for owners of Panasonic’s VIERA CAST TV models – which promises to shake up the industry.
Footie fans to watch World Cup from the comfort of their sofa
World Cup fever is set to sweep the nation's living rooms this summer, with 93 per cent of World Cup watchers planning to catch some, or all of the action from the comfort of their armchairs - according to the Post Office World Cup Spending Report.
Brits plan a TV summer
LED TVs are this year’s high tech must-have, reports Twenga, the next-generation shopping search engine, with searches up 371% in a month. 3D features however are not yet a deal-breaker, with 3D vision in 12th place among search criteria.
Panasonic ultra-large full HD 3D Professional Plasma Displays
Panasonic will start taking orders for its professional-use ultra-large Full HD 3D plasma display panels (PDPs) on July 1, 2010.
Enjoy Eurosport online video clips on demand on BRAVIA TVs
Sports fans can enjoy Eurosport online video clips on demand on BRAVIA TVs and Blu-ray Disc Players via BRAVIA Internet Video.
Churchill Insurance warns football fans to avoid a TV drama
Retailers and manufacturers are making the most of the forthcoming World Cup with offers on new television sets.
Skype from your large screen TV in High Definition
Now Panasonic HDTV* owners can make free Skype-to-Skype calls from their large screen TV, which means they can see family and friends on a large screen from the comfort of their living as they talk to them.
Samsung puts the power of 3D into hands of consumers
Samsung has led the charge in the first half of 2010 to bring the full 3D viewing experience into the consumer home – and not just with 3D TVs. Samsung’s Full HD camcorders, such as the HMX-S series and HMX-H series, now allow users to connect to Samsung 3D TVs and see themselves in 3D through innovative 2D-to-3D conversion technology.
Sony’s 3D experience pavilions to open during World Cup
During the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Sony will open a variety of pavilions in seven countries (including South Africa) where visitors will be able to experience the “3D world Created by Sony,” featuring vivid 3D images of football as well as entertainment content including music, movies and games from across the Sony Group.
Live 3D sport broadcasts to be biggest driver for 3D viewing
Live 3D sporting events will be the biggest driver for the 3D broadcast industry, according a whitepaper by Screen Digest and commissioned by Panasonic Europe.