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  • A bigger screen for less money: use a 4K TV instead of a monitor


    A 4K TV could be your best chance of getting great and efficient monitor service without spending an extra coin. According to Brian Hauer who wrote a piece on Tiamat, programmers will be happy to discover the $500 Seiki 39” 4K TV which works very well as a high-output display. Anybody else who works with many windows open will appreciate the productivity enhancement that the TV will add to your work considering other good and affordable 27” or 30” monitors will cost you $400 – $650..

    Just like the other imperfect HD-TVs in the market, the Seiki 4K TV has its set of set – backs according to Hauer.

    One of the most notable draw – back with the TV is that at the 3840 x 2160 resolution, only 30Hx can be supported by the HDMI 1.4 ports. The 30Hz limitation also applies with the Lower end GPUs at the same signature resolution. A GPU belonging to an old desktop PC does not have the capacity to support 3840 x 2160 so if that is what you are using, you will need to stick with it for a while.

    Trouble with the 30 Hz is mainly experienced in screen mouse movements and that is not a big enough issue for most of the users out to exploit its good resolution. The Seiki might not also be the best screen to use for gaming but many other functions perform great with the screen.

    Either way, the Seiki 39” 4K TV is much better than the regular monitor because of the larger number of pixels that the TV offers.

    At this point I think it would be safe to say that 4K TV is definitely built for programmers.

  • Why the Apple TV Sequel, Expected In 2014, May Now Face a Tricky Debut


    We know for sure that Apple is developing a new Apple TV. We are curious as to what new features the new tiny black box will have and when exactly it's set to be launched.

    There was the possibility that apple might have been creating its own Internet TV service as a solution to its Apple TV limited content. Bloomberg News reported that it was less probable for Apple to by-pass cable operators and gets programming rights licenses from the media companies after failed negotiations with programmers and cable operators. Apple may be looking at the next alternative which would be having cable operators like Times Warner Cable and others get the programming rights on their behalf.

    When news later came of the acquisition of Time Warner Cable by Comsat in a $45 billion deal, it seems that Apple may find a hard time getting a good deal with Comcast since Comcast has a set top box of its own. The X1 set top box may make Comsat reluctant to give up its internet TV to a market rival.

    People following Apple’s activities and new innovations have been waiting on the company to cause a storm in the TV market just like what it did with the iPod player and iTunes in the music industry. The 2007 Apple TV was last updated in 2013 and there have been news of a new AppleTV with the iOS 7 mobile software which is indicative of a new device this year.

    13 million AppleTVs have been sold according to Apple CEO even with rumors of the company reducing its plans to venture into the TV industry. They are now focusing on getting programming rights from media companies though cable providers so that they do not seem like they are competing with the companies. So for now, all eyes are on the outcome of these deals. Mostly, we look forward to what will happen with the Time Warner Cable as it seems to be the first company that Apple has approached.

  • Samsung Curved 105-inch LED UHD TV

    This Samsung 105-incher has been named as the world’s first UHD TV. It is Samsung’s flagship curved panel that was launched during the CES 2014. Just like the LG 105UC9 that was also launched at the event, it also features a wide screen that is identical to the now-defunct Philips 21:9 TV.

    The new Samsung TV features 21:9 aspect ratios that can only be compared with films that have been shot with the Cinemascope format. The TV takes full advantage of the screen space that gets rid of the letterbox bars which are quite visible on the normal widescreen TVs. Users are also able to multitask thanks to the screen split function.

    The design of the new curved TV has incorporated both retro and modern elements. It features a thin bezel as well as a chrome hue low profile pedestal. It has a wooden, clutter free backing behind the TV. It is tilted outwards in order to optimize the low TV console’s viewing angle together with wall mounting brackets.

    The Tv also features a one connect media hub containing HDMI 2.0, MHL 3.0 and HEVC that foresees the integration of 4K broadcasts, 4K mobile devices as well as 4K blue ray disks. The TV also has an enhanced quod quo processor that promises instant power on as compared with other smart TVs. The set also has an updated remote with better video playback buttons and enhanced ergonomics.

  • 4K: Is Ultra HD the Next Big Step?


    The next advancement in the TV sector is already here and when compared to the standard HDTV, it makes it seem faint and overrated. The new technological format known as 4K was primarily designed for digital cinema projections due to its high resolutions. Compared to a 1080 HD TV, 4K offers up to four times the HD resolution. Due to this high resolution, 4K TVs are very expensive but the prices have already started rationalizing.

    According to CES 2014 show, 4K is the next big thing in the TV sector and that is why many manufacturers are trying to shift to this new product so as to attract the demand market. When used in digital cinema projections, 4K delivers up to 4096×2160 pixels of quality images. However when put in a TV, the resolution changes to 3840×2160 pixels which is 4 times more than the standard HD resolution. Since its resolution is more than that of the standard HD TV but less that 4K resolution, it is termed as the Ultra HD TV.

    With the 4K resolution and the Ultra HD resolutions being slightly different, the 4K cinema pictures will have to be scaled down or chopped off at the sides. This means that you will lose 6 percent of the image on both sides of the screen. In spite of the differences between 4K and Ultra HD, It has been noted that Ultra HD provides a certain leap from the standard TV in terms of image sharpness and detail. Switching to Ultra HD is the next step in the industry, profiting not only to the buyers but also the manufacturer.

  • Video View Expanded by Sony’s Wearable HDTV


    Sony has devised a virtual-reality headset that simulates a real video situation by allowing you to expand the view by moving your head side to side or up and down. The wearable HDTV that comes with a price tag of $1,000 worked as expected in a demonstration staged by Sony.

    The HMZ-T3W is able to fit on your head snugly even if you are wearing glasses, although you need some assistance to strap it on. Straps at the back of the head provides a snug fit while a big soft pad on the forehead makes it comfortable to wear.

    The device is relatively light weight, as it weighs 11.3 ounces, making it quite easy to wear it on through a full length movie. Two diagonal screens that measure 0.7 inches are featured on the hooded viewer. A high definition image with a resolution of 720p is delivered by the two screens to each eye. It also features slider knobs that are fitted under the screens to help the user focus.

    In a demo that is hosted on the international CES show, you will be placed on a motorcycle that is racing down through the English countryside. You can view the pavement by looking down or the clouds by looking up.The device also features a censor that is placed on the back straps to capture the motions during the demo. The sensor is used to measure the users head movement in order for the view on both screens to be shifted in accordance with the movements.

  • Samsung’s 110-inch 4K HDTV Now Available for Sale


    After displaying its new 110-inch HDTV at CES, Samsung has finally opened up orders for this set. However, it is not clear what the cost of the HDTV will be. Besides, Samsung is availing the huge set in the Middle East, China, and a number of European countries.

    Samsung’s 85-inch 4k set had the cost of $40,000 after its launch in March. Taking this into consideration, the gigantic set is likely to be costlier. In that pricing range, it is clear that Samsung is using this TVs to aim for bragging rights.

    At CES, 4K TV sets were among the few new technologies and they are expected to be such a bigger deal at 2014 CES coming up next week. While several manufacturers are attempting to introduce their 4K sets to the market, Samsung is wielding its might by displaying huge sets. Ultimately, it does not really count if only a few of the sets get sold.

    These days, many people in need of a huge screen would rather invest in home projectors. You will need to go for the 1080p projectors currently (the 4K projector from Sony costs $25,000), though this isn’t a loss, given the absence of 4K content in the market.

  • CES 2014: New Bravia HDTV Lineup Announced by Sony


    An all new HDTV lineup from Sony is on display this week at CES 2014. A number of HDTVs will be included in the Bravia series including the W630B, the W850B, and the W950B.

    All the new releases will feature top notch technological advancements that Sony hopes will take it back to the premier position in the TV market.

    Sony's new flagship TV, the W950B series incorporates various HD goodies such as the TRILUMINOS Display that works together with the X-reality Pro Engine from the company. The second tier W850B HDTV series will have a wedge shaped design that tries to offer an alternative to the paltry sound that is common with most flat screen TVs.

    The ClearAudio plus sound processing will be integrated in all the new models. This feature tries to offer a clearer dialogue in a one sound package. A revamped user interface is also expected on the new HDTVs for online streaming as well as video messaging.

    The Live football mode will also be features to offer soccer programming with a live stadium experience. The new Sony Bravia series will be available in stores this spring.

  • Just Like LG, Samsung Announces Its Own 105-Inch Curved HDTV

    Within hours after LG announced its 105-inch curved HDTV, Samsung also reported that it will have a huge, curved TV that will be displayed at CES in January. This seems to be the ongoing trend.

    Samsung will showcase the curved TV at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas. The screen will exceed the standard 3,840 by 2,160 resolution commonly seen on 4K HDTV’s. Thus, the screen’s resolution will be about 5,120 by 2,160. This will give the screen an aspect ratio of 21:9 rather than the standard 16:9 aspect ration commonly found on most HDTVs and on 1080p. Besides, the number of pixels will exceed to 11 million from 8 million.

    Considering the earlier announcement that LG made, Samsung is referring to its 105-inch, curved UHD TV as the first, biggest and most curved TV device. While ‘most curved’ may be a hard claim to oppose, first and largest may be questionable as LG’s 105UB9 4K HDTV will also be at the same show.

    It is worth noting that LG’s 105UB9 is a 105-inch screen as well with a 5.120 by 2,160 resolution plus an aspect ratio of 21:9. Since both concepts are shared by Samsung and LG, it will be difficult to rule out in of the screens as the winner.

    Interestingly, neither Samsung nor LG have reports whether their screens will be accessible for sale. Therefore, if you would like to purchase the 105-inch, curved HDTV in 2014, you may not easily find it. And even if these gadgets are availed, you can anticipate a price tag of over $20,000 just for one of the models. In the meantime, both curved and big screens will be showcased at the CES unless of course one of the companies reports commercial availability at the showground.

  • A New Concept on How an iOS-Inspired Apple HDTV Might Look

    Many people are expecting Apple to release an Apple smart watch before a HDTV. Nevertheless, a new concept provides an interesting look at how a smart HDTV that has been inspired by the iOS might look like. The concept is attributed to Andrew Ambrosino, the designer who gave us the highly enchanting OS X 10.11 concept a few days ago.

    The Apple HDTV concept is extremely captivating, despite the hardware shortfalls. The Apple HDTV OS concept, much like the earlier OS X 10.11 concept gets a big chunk of its inspiration from the iOS 7 from Apple.
    The concept comprises of a dock for icons at the bottom part of the HDTV's screen and notifications will be appearing at the top-right corner. The HDTV also features Spotlight text field that enables searching throughout the system as well as a built in Siri for hands free control of the HDTV.

    There have also been talks of Apples interest in 4K as well as 8K displays for use in future iDevices such as iPads or Apple HDTV. However, according to Tim Cook, Apple chief executive officer new categories of products are expected to be launched in 2014. Most analysts expect this comment to mean the so called iWatch, with the Apple’s dedicated HDTV set to be launched in 2015.

  • Sharp Slashes the RRP of 4K TV by $3K


    According to last month’s announcements, Sharp had priced its new 4K Ultra High Def 70" TV at A$12,999, this being several thousand more than the 65" 4K TV's sold by Panasonic or Samsung.

    However, it seems now to have had an epiphany and announced a drop in the price by $3,000 to $9,999, according to a representative from the company. This is more than 25% reduction in price.

    Sharp announced that it is cutting the price following a market review. This is after last month’s announcement that it would review pricing for the 4K TV.

    The ultra high definition TVs, also known as 4K that are four times the resolution of HDTV are not cheap, but the prices have come down dramatically in the past 12 months.

    The price tag in the US market for the Sharp LC70UD1X TV was US$7499, almost half the original Aussie RRP price.

    The Sharp 4K TV has undergone rigorous testing and is the first THX-Certified 4K TV, ever. The new price tag for the 70 inch 4K TV is effective immediately.