Televisions
Record breaking year for Virgin Media’s on demand TV
Virgin Media saw a record breaking 2009 with over 750 million on demand views, an increase of 50% on the previous 12 months.
Motorola ships 100 millionth digital entertainment device
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) has announced that its Home and Networks Mobility business has shipped 100 million digital entertainment devices, a significant milestone that reflects the achievements of both the company and the worldwide service provider industry.
Sony builds the world’s first 3D Outside Broadcast trucks
Sony Professional Europe has confirmed that it has been selected by BSkyB (Sky) and Telegenic to design and build one of the world’s first 3D Outside Broadcast (OB) trucks, due for delivery in April 2010. Sky, Telegenic and Sony have been working together to develop a next generation outside broadcast vehicle that will deliver new production methods to produce immersive live content in 3D.
One For All new media universal remote control
Market leader One For All has launched SmartControl, the first pre-programmed universal remote for under £25 to work with all the latest digital equipment - HDTV, DVB-T, iPod docks, BluRay, Playstation2, Xbox 360, Full HD LCD, home cinema systems and MP3 players.
Samsung Internet@TV adds iPlayer and LOVEFiLM
Following the launch of Internet@TV in 2009, Samsung has unveiled its new updated platform providing users access to a number of exciting new applications on Samsung connected devices. Users will now be able to store around 70-100 applications on the new platform.
Sony to showcase 3D home experience in flagship stores
Following Sony’s recent commitment to bring 3D to the home by mid 2010, Sony Europe today confirmed its pre-eminent position at the forefront of 3D by announcing that it would be the first manufacturer in Europe to showcase the 3D home experience to consumers in its flagship SonyStyle stores.
Sony BRAVIA TVs redefine the viewing experience
The Sony BRAVIA 2010 line-up will change the way you view your TV forever. Go on an incredible 3D journey, connect to a world of online entertainment, enjoy the beauty of a cinematic screen or simply add a unique Monolithic Design statement to your home.
Best rear projection TV review launched
A brief analysis on the best rear projection TVs sold online. ReviewBeforeBuy.com, has announced they are launching a new comparison on the most popular rear projection TVs available in online markets.
‘A Christmas Carol’ voted favourite festive film of all time
New research from uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service, reveals that 9 out of 10 Brits (91%) are looking forward to sitting down to watch a film this Christmas.
Best 42 LCD TV analysis launched
ReviewBeforeBuy.com has announced they are launching a new analysis on the most popular 42 LCD TV’s sold online.
Loewe television trade-in offer
Loewe dealers across the country are once again running a television trade-in promotion aimed at rewarding loyal CRT customers who upgrade to a new LCD television, as well as welcoming new customers to the brand.
Powerful new Full HD amplified indoor TV aerial
One For All has launched a powerful new Full HD indoor aerial. The SV9380 aerial is targeted at the owners of the 12 million TV sets that still receive analogue terrestrial broadcasts, as well as offering crystal clear pictures to those who can receive HDTV via Freeview.
Samsung launches its first TV-DVD Combo
Samsung Electronics, a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, has launched its first TV-DVD Combo in the UK.
Red button world passes by 20 million Brits
Despite the fact that Britain has almost completed the nationwide digital switchover, almost half (45 per cent) of all adults have never used any digital interactive services according to a survey on digital TV from the UK's leading price comparison site moneysupermarket.com.
Panasonic to incorporate DivX Plus HD technology
DivX, a digital media company, has announced a license agreement for next-generation DivX Plus HD technology with Panasonic Corporation.