EngadgetHD recently reported that ESPN is in the process of tricking out a new studio that will be capable of 1080p 60 video production. That’s the 1080p HD format at 60 frames per second, a resolution far beyond what any of us see on TV today. Of course image quality is dependent on a lot … Read more
A periodic roundup of relevant news… from our friends at Last100: Yahoo’s Widget Channel debuts on new Samsung Internet-connected TVs Compatible Samsung TVs start at $3,000 for a 46-inch screen and the feature enables users to install mini-apps referred to as “widgets” that offer access to a range of Yahoo services — news, stock quotes, … Read more
A periodic roundup of relevant news… from our friends at Last100: Chumby bets on Internet-connected TVs Hoping to move beyond being a geek’s boutique gadget to something more mainstream, Chumby is partnering with chip maker Broadcom to make it easy for consumer electronics companies to embed its widget platform into Internet-connected TVs, Blu-ray players and … Read more
I’ve been virtually absent from ZNF for the last two weeks, and my backlog of posts is growing out of control. So, in an attempt to catch up, here are a few related items I’ve found interesting of late. EngadgetHD is reporting (via Joystiq) that Netflix has plans for an all-streaming service in the near … Read more
Leaving comments across the blogosphere… Can a projector really serve as my main HDTV? For several years I ran a 720p projector as my main ‘HDTV’ – with a 10′ wide screen. Was pretty awesome for movies, sports, and Xbox/Dreamcast. But back then my main source was an HTPC that was a PITA to maintain. … Read more
The big day has arrived. And while many will be watching football, the advertising industry (and their clients) hope we’ll tune in for NBC’s big pay day ($206 million). Although much of the advertising action will be simulcast online… NewTeeVee’s put together a roundup of web destinations to catch Superbowl commercials. And, if 80s action … Read more
I’ve previously been a bit lukewarm towards DISH Network’s DTVPal DVR, but as I contemplate dumping pay TV at some point this year I’m more motivated to explore all over-the-air (OTA) recording options. And the DTVPal DVR ($250) is pretty much one of only two mainstream retail HD DVR set-top boxes currently available. Unlike the … Read more
Leaving comments across the blogosphere… How Blu-Ray Can Avoid Failure The thing is Blu-ray players are backwards compatible with DVD. If they market that better, folks may move their existing DVD player into the bedroom and get Blu-ray for the living room. Without having to immediately, or ever, replace their DVD collection. Making it a … Read more