Philips has unveiled the latest generation of its Ambilight technology at IFA. The so-called Aurea LCD TV range extends the backlighting system to the entire front-frame of the screen. The company says that the front-facing LED array will “seduce viewers by light.” The first screen is a 42-inch 1080p model featuring the latest iteration of […]
Entries from August 2007
Philips brings Ambilight from back to front
August 31st, 2007 · No Comments
LG unveils DivX PVR TV range
August 31st, 2007 · No Comments
LG has unveiled the world’s first DivX compatible PVR TVs. The range comprises three LCD TVs (the 47LB5RE, 42LB5RT and 37LB4RT) and two larger plasma screens (the 50PB4RT and 42PB4RT). All feature a built-in 80 gigabyte hard disc drive for Time Shifting and recording, plus a USB 2.0 port for backing up recorded content and […]
Sony and Samsung extend S-LCD partnership
August 30th, 2007 · No Comments
Sony and Samsung have agreed to further extend their joint venture S-LCD TV panel making operation. The duo set up S-LCD in 2004. The two parties are said to be negotiating the level of their reinvestment, having reached a “consensus on the joint investment.” The S-LCD operation is focused on producing large screen LCD panels, […]
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The rise and rise of PC TV
August 30th, 2007 · No Comments
The PC is becoming increasingly important for TV fans. According to a new survey from ABI Research, 50 per cent of Americans now watch some form of telly via their PC. 72 per cent admit to watching video via their browser, from sites such as YouTube, while 65 per cent use their PCs to enjoy […]
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iTunes UK offers TV shows at last
August 30th, 2007 · No Comments
TV has finally come to the UK’s iTunes service. 28 different shows are being offered from the outset, with the BBC, ITV and Channel 4 all expected to offer catch-up services. While the BBC content will be free to view, other broadcasters are expected to charge. The catalogue includes episodes from Lost, Grey’s Anatomy and […]
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