ASO Continues in Mexico
A fifth Mexican city has turned off its analogue signals. Signals in Mexicali were turned off on the 26th March, with no reported problems.
NAB Says Congress Funds Insufficient for Spectrum Switch
The National Association of Broadcasters has said that there may be insufficient funds to switch US broadcasters to new frequencies. Congress allocated $1.75 billion for the change, but the NAB estimates that the move could cost $2.6 billion, if 95% of broadcasters switch – the companies would pay the extra. The FCC is seeking additional … Read more
Spain Completes ASO
98% of households in Spain were prepared for the country’s analogue switch-off, according to the government. Spain turned off its analogue signals at the end of March, although a delay was permitted in some rural areas.
HEVC Advance Offering Essential HEVC Patents in Competition to MPEG LA
HEVC Advance announced that it will be offering essential HEVC patents to potential users this year. The company will officially open in the third quarter of 2015, with pricing being announced in the second quarter. The new company said: “Utilizing a balanced business model for HEVC IP commercialization, HEVC Advance will provide an efficient and … Read more
Round up of Smartphones & Phablets from MWC
Here’s a round up of the latest smartphones and phablets that were shown at the Mobile World congress, introduced by Norbert Hildebrand.
Middle East and Africa Tablet Market Posts Healthy Growth but Slowdown Looms
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) tablet market recorded robust year-on-year growth in the final quarter of 2014, with holiday purchases and aggressive end-of-year promotions spurring a particularly strong performance in the consumer segment. The latest figures released by global advisory services firm International Data Corporation (IDC) show that the overall MEA tablet market grew … Read more
ASUS Transformer Book Chi Available for Preorders
ASUS begins accepting preorders for the Transformer Book Chi family from the ASUS Store and select resellers. Announced at the Consumer Electronics Show 2015 (CES), the Transformer Book Chi is a family of razor-thin 2-in-1 Windows detachables that offer the unrivalled convenience of a powerful laptop and transforms seamlessly into a handy tablet whenever needed. … Read more
Forget Demand, Supply Drives Price
The perennial problem with supply-demand forecasts is that demand is a function of price. Watching internal and external analysts forecast supply-demand up close and personal for 20 years leads me to conclude that such forecasts are misleading at best and dangerous at worst. There is an alternative. Consider supply. While LCD makers have the option … Read more
Dynamic Focus 19″ Wide LCD Monitors V22 Issue 14
This week we are highlighting LCD monitors in the 19″ wide category, covering both 16:10 and 16:9 models and sizes from 18″ wide to 19.9″ wide. There are 14 brands featured in the advertising. Acer is at the top of the PageShare for the combined three major countries, AOC is second and Philips is third. … Read more
Arrow Extends Offer for Data Modul
Arrow Electronics has reduced the acceptance threshold of its offer for all outstanding shares of Data Modul from 75% to 50%, thereby extending the offer period to 7th April 2015. In February, Arrow Electronics, through its wholly-owned subsidiary in Munich, Germany,initiated an all-cash tender offer to acquire the shares of Data Modul, for a purchase … Read more
NanoTech Signs Licensing Agreement with Paramount Pictures to Offer “INTERSTELLAR” on UltraFlix Streaming Network
NanoTech Entertainment (otcpink:NTEK), a pioneer in bringing the ultimate quality streaming experience to consumers, announced today a licensing agreement with Paramount Pictures, that will bring the award-winning epic “INTERSTELLAR” to UltraFlix™, NanoTech’s streaming network. Under the agreement, the film will be available on UltraFlix beginning March 31. Named as one of the Top Films of … Read more
New Mid-Range Smartphone Series from LG Begins Global Launch
LG Electronics (LG) kicks off the global rollout of its new mid-range smartphone lineup starting in South America to be followed closely by Europe, Asia, Middle East Africa and North America. This premium but affordable series comprised of Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy was first unveiled at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in early March where … Read more
