Thailand by Air – in 4k
Professional videographer Nathan Bartling has shot some truly astounding aerial footage of Thailand – in UltraHD – from the grasp of a Phantom 3 drone. Watch it below or visit http://tinyurl.com/q6stn6f.
Samsung ‘Will Cut Shipments by 12%’
The Korea Times claims that Samsung will cut its smartphone shipments in 2016 by more than 12% YoY. An official from one of Samsung’s local partners is reported to have made the comments. Another official said that such a cut would mean that Samsung would produce between 420 million and 430 million handsets in 2016.
Three New Fabs for Foxconn
Sources from Asia claim that Foxconn is to establish a G6 LTPS TFT-LCD panel fab in Guiyang City, China. The fab will mainly be used to produce 5.2″, 5.5″ and 6″ panels for smartphones. Investment is planned to be CNY30 billion ($4.6 billion). The fab is owned by Century Technology (a joint venture between the … Read more
4k and Retina Scanner Rumoured for LG G5
Despite rumours to the contrary (Samsung and LG Will Pass on UHD in 2016), a new report from Android Headlines claims that LG’s G5 handset will sport a 5.6″ 2560 x 1440 or UltraHD display. A retina scanner is also rumoured, and LG is apparently working with Korean company Irience on just such a component. … Read more
OTA 4K To Arrive at CES
An over-the-air demonstration of an UltraHD TV broadcast will be shown at CES 2016, using the ATSC 3.0 standard. The signal will be sent from the Sinclair Broadcasting transmitter, near Las Vegas, to various TVs across the show floor – much like the earlier demo in December (Sinclair Uses ATSC in UHD HDR Demo). The … Read more
Local Automotive Infotainment is Old Hat
For troglodytes such as myself — who believe that the reason for Interstate Highway on-ramps is to see how much lateral acceleration you can generate as you drive up them — it is disheartening to to realize that the current generation cares more about a car’s entertainment and informatics systems than it does about the … Read more
Apple “Steady as she goes” in the Year(s) Ahead
We have a shorter issue this week as the Western world winds down towards the holiday. European business will be closed from today until the opening of CES on January 4th, although the Display Daily team will still be publishing (although not on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day). We’ll also be doing some infrastructure … Read more
Rovi and AT&T Agree to Seven-Year Renewal and Expansion of License Agreement
Rovi Corporation (NASDAQ: ROVI) today announced that Rovi has renewed its patent license agreement with AT&T, the world’s leading provider of premium TV entertainment. The comprehensive seven-year agreement provides AT&T worldwide access to Rovi’s best-in-class entertainment discovery patent portfolio. The deal also extends the existing product agreements between the companies. “For years, Rovi’s intellectual property … Read more
Sony to showcase the power and impact of technology for education at Bett 2016
At Bett 2016, Sony Professional Solutions strengthens its position in the market as a provider of innovative technologies for the education sector. At the world’s largest education technology event, Sony will showcase a range of AV solutions that can equip today’s classrooms and lecture theatres for the future. Sony will demonstrate how technology can improve … Read more
Sony Plans Bett Attendance
Sony has announced what it will be showing at Bett 2016 (20th – 23rd January, London), the European education technology show. The primary focus will be on the use of technology to engage students and encourage faster learning and greater collaboration. Sony’s stand (F240) will be divided into six areas: The Visual Learning area will … Read more
SM Cinema First in South East Asia to Use Christie 6P Laser Projection and Christie Vive Audio
Christie®, a leader in creating and sharing the world’s best visual and audio experiences, announced that SM Cinema, a subsidiary of SM Lifestyle Entertainment Incorporated and the largest shopping mall and retail operator in the Philippines, the SM Group, has installed its revolutionary 6-Primary (6P) laser projection system and cinema sound system in the latest … Read more
Samsung Transforms Home Interiors with New Serif TV
Samsung Electronics’ unique design-led TV, the Samsung Serif TV, has become the first home electronics device to be sold by iconic design chain Heal’s as Samsung look to revolutionise the home entertainment experience. The new design reflects Samsung’s commitment to pioneering design whilst offering customers the very best in innovative technology. Showcased at the Heal’s … Read more
