Broadcast Australia is providing transmission services and infrastructure for a new mobile TV trial in Sydney. The trial of DVB-H technology is being conducted by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), and also involves Optus, Nokia Siemens Networks, Nokia, and LG Electronics. It is delivering nine video streams to selected Optus mobile customers. The content includes Seven Network - Seven Digital; Australian Broadcasting Corporation - ABC1; Special Broadcasting Service - SBS Digital; Premier … [Read more...] about Broadcast mobile TV demonstrated with Sydney trial
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IPTV subscribers to hit 79 million in 2014: ABI Research
Singapore - New data from ABI Research predicts a 32 per cent annual increase in the number of subscribers to IPTV platforms over the next six years to nearly 79 million subscribers globally by the end of 2014. The report indicates that while satellite and cable TV platforms are likely to retain their footholds in many markets around the world, the growth rate in their subscriber bases will slow as IPTV services take hold. Serene Fong, industry analyst at ABI Research said, "IPTV usage will … [Read more...] about IPTV subscribers to hit 79 million in 2014: ABI Research
Vietnam to introduce 3G technology in 2009
Hanoi - Third generation (3G) telecommunication technology is expected to be introduced in Vietnam in 2009, according to the Vietnam news agency (VNA). 3G technology will enable mobile providers to offer more value-added services for their mobile users such as videophone, on-line video streaming and high-speed internet and music download. Board-member of VNPT, which operates Mobifone and Vinaphone, said that Vietnam 's telecom market expects to reach a turnover of between US$6 to US$7 billion in … [Read more...] about Vietnam to introduce 3G technology in 2009
Singapore’s Media Fiesta kicks off in March 2009
Singapore - Come March, the annual month-long Media Fiesta 2009 will be promoting public appreciation of media content, services and technology and help build a media savvy and connected society. It is also an opportunity for Singapore-based media industry practitioners to showcase new media content. Celebrating animation, publishing, local films, games and the latest broadcast and interactive technology, the fun-filled events and activities aim to increase media consumption and media literacy … [Read more...] about Singapore’s Media Fiesta kicks off in March 2009
Five Asian countries in technology usage top ten – Nielsen
In The Nielsen Company's latest survey of 52 countries, into global citizens' entertainment technology ownership and consumption habits, five from Asia-Pacific occupied spots in the top 10 list with the highest levels of ownership and usage across a range of media devices, including home entertainment, music, videogames and digital media. The Philippines took pole position, Singapore came second, while Australia, Hong Kong, and New Zealand came in at fourth, eighth and tenth positions … [Read more...] about Five Asian countries in technology usage top ten – Nielsen
CommunicAsia2009 returns in June 2009
Singapore - CommunicAsia2008, held in conjunction with InteractiveDME2008 and EnterpriseIT2008, and co-located with BroadcastAsia2008, and CG Overdrive 2008 saw the arrival of over 62,000 trade attendees from the region and beyond. More than 2,200 exhibiting companies from 61 countries across Asia-Pacific, Europe, US and the Middle-East, featured innovative interactive and enterprise solutions at the shows. The shows will return to Singapore Expo from 16 - 19 June 2009. CommunicAsia2009 will … [Read more...] about CommunicAsia2009 returns in June 2009