Consumer Electronics Show


Sony collaborates with Netflix on 4K

Sony is optimising its 2014 line of 4K Ultra HD TVs to support 4K streaming from Netflix, which is expected to launch on compatible TVs in the first half of this year. Showcasing its latest 4K home entertainment developments at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Sony said that its 201 Ultra HD TV […]

US pay TV at a critical point as Netflix and OTT take hold

Traditional pay TV operators in the US are facing an unprecedented challenge and their growth will hinge on the success of their TV Everywhere services, according to new research. As OTT and broadband content services win market share and the number of broadband customers in the US approaches parity with the number of pay TV […]

Eutelsat starts 4K demo channel

Satellite operator Eutelsat is launching a 4K TV demonstration channel. Eutelsat will begin transmitting in 4K from today. According to the Paris-based operator, the channel is designed to benefit everyone in the broadcasting chain who wants to acquire expertise in 4K, including production companies, pay TV operators, rights owners and TV set manufacturers. Eutelsat has […]

Samsung unveils new Smart TVs, chooses Red Bee for discovery

Consumer electronics giant Samsung is using the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week to unveil a range of new features to its Smart TV platform, designed to enable intelligent navigation and discovery of content. Samsung’s key innovations for CES include Smart Hub and S-recommendation with voice interaction. The former comprises a five-panel user […]

Polaroid launches tablet for kids

Polaroid has launched a US$150 tablet aimed at kids at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The photography company has teamed with Southern Telecom to launch the Android-based device. The seven-inch tablet will feature the Android 4.0 operating system and come with 35 preloaded apps. The kid-centric apps including drawing, a Kids Cam, Music […]