Google Earth Goes VR
The BBC has posted a video showing Google Earth running on an HTC Vive headset and available on the Steam website. Google has set up a home page for Google Earth VR https://vr.google.com/earth/.
Ovum Says Netflix Business Model Not Sustainable
Ovum has released a report that points out that Netflix has achieved massive subscriber growth and global scale, but has seen deteriorating profitability. The company pointed out that in 2011, Netflix generated net profits of $0.81 per customer per month ($226m in total), while the equivalent free cash flow figure was $0.67 ($186m in total). … Read more
One Day Focused Technical and Business Conference
Display technologies enable new applications, products, and systems, but that doesn’t happen by itself. It takes a lot of analysis, integration, creative engineering, and system development for that innovative product or system to deliver a rewarding experience to its end user, whether that user is a professional or a consumer. In “Display Technologies and Applications,” … Read more
Truly Automated Light and Color Measurement for Tell-Tales and Indicators
Evaluating the accuracy of light and color across instrument clusters is a challenge compounded by several factors. The number of indicators, the varying location of symbols, and the range of colors on an automotive display prove complex for automated inspection systems and human inspectors alike. In this 30-minute webinar, join Radiant Product Manager Shannon Roberts … Read more
Hexogon Solution Lights Up New Taipei City
42 Christie Boxer 4K30 3DLP projectors were used by rental staging partner Hexogon Solution Pte Ltd to create a map on the façade of the 30-storey New Taipei City Hall building in Banqiao District, Taipei, as well as an unusual 360º projection on a 36 metre high cone-shaped Christmas tree in front of the building. … Read more
TI Processors Use Arm + PowerVR
Texas Instruments has introduced the AM437x ‘Sitara’ processor series which can be used for a range of applications including digital signage and automation. The processors are based on Arm Cortex-A9 cores with a PowerVR SGX530 GPU for 3D graphics support up to 2048 x 2048 resolution. The processors can be used with OSes including Linux … Read more
Absen LEDs to be Used in Chinese Soccer
Absen said that it will be the first official LED colour display supplier to the Chinese Football Association Super League (CSL), the top tier of professional soccer in China. Absen will supply a total of sixteen Absen A97 perimetral LED display solutions for a minimum of 240 games each season for four years in return … Read more
Totoku Adds Medical Monitor at RSNA
Totoku was planning to show a new colour diagnostic monitor at the RSNA, the CCL214. The 21.3″ 1600 x 1200 display has 280 cd/m² of brightness when calibrated (500 cd/m² maximum) and contrast of 1,200:1. A special feature of the monitor is that it automatically sets the gamma for different parts of the display to … Read more
Apparel Ahead of CE on Black Friday
Statista reported research from Nielsen that more US consumers were planning to buy apparel (61%) than consumer electronics (56%) or video games (43%) although those were the top three categories.
Google Reverts to Chromecast Brand
Google has reverted to the ChromeCast branding for its HDMI OTT TV dongle after changing to Google Cast earlier this year. The Google Cast name is still being used for content aimed at developers.
AOC Aims at Gamers
AOC has introduced the Agon AG251FZ monitor which is a 25″ TN FullHD monitor that is claimed to be the fastest in the world, as it has a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time. The monitor has adaptive sync, 400 cd/m² of output and 1,000:1 of native contrast (although it has dynamic contrast, … Read more
AOC Introduces the Fastest AGON Gaming Monitor on the Market with a Refresh Rate of 240 Hz
AOC, a leading global brand in the display market, announces today their fastest premium monitor with a TN panel – the AGON AG251FZ. This 25? display for top gamers and esports enthusiasts has a refresh rate of 240 Hz and a response time of only 1 ms, ensuring not just sensational, natural movements in fast … Read more
