LG to Exhibit 100-inch Class Laser TV System at CES

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As LCD, LED and plasma viewing experiences have begun to dominate the way many of us watch television or interact with computer devices, South Korean electronics company LG is set to introduce the power of lasers in a grand scale. Set to be demonstrated at the upcoming 2013 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas, LG's 100-inch class HECTO Laser TV projector reveals some intense cinematic quality picture.

Comprising of specialized laser illumination, the LG television setup is a projector style entertainment setup offering Full HD 1080p resolution and a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Translated, the LG 100-unit class projector set would feature outstanding picture quality with vivid lighting contrasting. A two-piece entertainment unit where a special screen receives images from a Ultra Short Throw projector, the LG HECTO Laser TV harnesses movie theater viewing even in smaller rooms. With the latest LG design, the lens can be as close as 22 inches (about 56 centimeters) from the display screen. Incorporating all of LG's Smart TV platform capacities, built-in Wi-Fi with access to Netflix and YouTube, content management over the LG Cloud and the brand's Magic Remote are all integrated in the HECTO Laser TV projection system.

The use of lasers for creating a high-end television picture quality is a new technology principle but LG will not be the first to market. In 2008, Mitsubishi began selling LaserVue television sets at a price just under $7,000. Ranging from 73 to 93 inches in size, the Mitsubishi LaserVue units have dropped to between the $3,000-$5,000 range but obviously remains a premium viewing experience when compared to other displays.

Targeted to replace existing projector-type televisions, the LG 100-inch display is focused on attracting high-end home theater buffs and even office boardrooms. Speaking on the planned CES roll-out as well as what the electronics maker has planned for 2013 and beyond, president and CEO Havis Kwon says, "In the coming year, LG will continue to introduce innovative TV products to provide an outstanding productivity and entertainment experience for our customer."

Internet Video Consumption in US Set to Balloon by 2020

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Through the surging popularity of smartphones and that equally incredible boom in the sale of tablet computers, habits interest consumption of video content has been forever morphed. According to findings collected by Alcatel-Lucent's research arm Bell Labs, the growing utilization of small, Internet enabled devices who change the amount and methods many North Americans will receive video.

Today, the average American watches 4.8 hours of video content per over various devices (most commonly is still a television set). Based on educated predictions, Bell Labs anticipates the daily consumption of video media will grow to seven hours by 2020. The forecast suggests the increased prevalence of portable electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets will be the chief reason for the growth. Bell Labs attributes video content access on the go and at home through mobile devices as a major fixture in the acquisition of information as well entertainment sources.

In addition to examining the amount of video data set to be consumed, the Bell Labs predictions also took a look at the distribution side of media. It's suggested that the use of on-demand or Internet driven video content will rocket in the next seven years. Internet video content is expected to grow by 12 times its current size by the year 2020 as social networking and clouds-based data resources will continue to become fixtures.

It was claimed in a University of California Study rated the United States consumed a total of 3.6 Zettabytes (3,600,000,000,000,000,000,000) in 2008. For 2020, Bell Labs rates on-line traffic at 1.1 Zettabytes (1,100,000,000,000,000,000,000) for video data alone. The study also points to the fact the 8 pm hour will be recognized as a high peak periods with 10.5 percent of video data being shared.

The highlights the need for high speed Internet infrastructure capable of meeting increased demands.

Stream TV Networks Reveal New Technology for Super HD 3D

A concept marketed since the 1950s, 3D viewing of motion picture content has been largely restricted to B-rated movies. Having the potential of presenting an immerse experience, the use of 3D technology had been long regarded as a novelty. Most cases, 3D would be added to a product that could typically be lacking other redeeming qualities. However, the perception changed through the introduction of the James Cameron blockbuster Avatar in threaters during 2009 that combined high quality 3D with an engaging, well-produced story. Since then, several media companies believed that the consumer market was ready to embrace more 3D experiences. Sadly, the charm of 3D has been poorly delivered to consumers in general with inconsistent fostering of the technology. First high prices of 3D-utilized home electronics, the more pressing issue was the overall quality of 3D content. At the Berlin IFA electronics exhibition, Stream TV Networks Incorporated has shown off a remarkable advancement in home and personal 3D that could increase the prevalence of viewing.

The Stream TV Networks' Ultra-D 2160p technology incorporates extremely high resolution to deliver 3D without the need of special viewing glasses. Improved high definition 3D made possible through what Stream TV Networks deem as a "ground breaking algorithm", the proprietary Ultra-D product allows consumers to view existing content at a resolution between a boosted range of 1080p and 2160p. Performing in conjunction with the SeeCube Auto Converter box, a user-controlled 3D experience provides a picture lacking of distortions and other restrictions that limited previous generation 3D viewing.

Making the Stream TV Networks' Ultra-D system particularly eye catching is a range of exclusive technology that permits the compatibility with various forms of media such as cable and satellite TV, Blu-Ray as well as downloadable content through Xbox, Apple iTunes, YouTube and Netflix. Along with accepting a wide assortment of media formats, the Ultra-D has the ability to operative on many viewing sources. Ultra-D technology will first be available in 42-inch and 46-inch LED television sets but the potential of integrating the 3D viewing system in larger displays as well as tablets and smartphones is said to be upcoming.

Along with the optimized 3D technology, Stream TV Networks proposes a standard for under-serviced native 4K (an ultra-high resolution setup) for which developers of future content can employ. Seeing their Ultra-D technology not only as being an advantage for consumers wanting a premium 3D threater experience, Stream TV Network is eager to have medical, military and other industrial parties see the potential in high quality three-dimensional viewing technology.