Korea – Satellite television provider, SkyLife plans to start 3D broadcasts of some live sports events in May, reports The Korea Times. With an investment of some 5 billion won, the local provider will work to ensure that its cameras, switchers and other production equipment are up to the task by then, Lee Mong-ryong, CEO of SkyLife, said at a press conference in Seoul. According to Lee, most of the budget will be used to buy the necessary equipment for the broadcasts. From May, SkyLife will have some live sports coverage and will expand the time span of 3D content to seven hours a day, added Lee. In addition, Lee has opened discussions with Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics and Fuji Film for joint investment in increased 3D programming. Lee said it will provide 3D movies to subscribers based on video-on-demand (VOD) with content from upcoming partnerships. SkyLife officials say the company will provide 10 recent movies per week to set-top boxes. The service will be available in the latter half of this year. The multi-channel digital satellite broadcaster is developing new technology, helping subscribers who have over 60Hz regular LCD or LED-backlit LCD TVs watch 3D programs without buying 3D-only TV sets. SkyLife is aiming for 3 million subscribers by the end of this year and 5 million by 2012, the year when South Korea completes the transition to digital television.