IBC Official Blog
It is not just enough for IPTV operators to measure Quality of Service (QoS) – they must also do something about it, and preferably brag about it as well if they really can deliver it.…
IPTV market latest - Europe still leads but Americas starting to close the gap.…
In the spirit of the times energy efficiency looms large at IBC 2009, but some vendors have more to boast about than others. Here's a look at the green winners and can the broadcast industry really go green?…
Global forecasts are looking promising for mobile TV usage. However, despite this optimistic outlook, Europe is still lagging behind other regions, so what is holding up mobile TV adoption?…
Why more isn’t always better.…
A thorough analysis of what could be hot at IBC 2009…
The migration towards an all-HD television universe has begun and MPEG-4 AVC with 4:2:2, 1080p support and 10-bit is the realistic benchmark for HD contribution video that is ultimately destined for a mass-market DTH audience…
In growing competition, operators must look to introduce more web-based services to make TV a more social, interactive and engaging experience…
Consumers want access to their favourite content on multiple devices and there is now a huge opportunity for service providers who enable user-friendly convergence of television, personal and internet content to increase customer loyalty and grow revenues…
IPTV operators have an opportunity to differentiate themselves with a more personalized and connected TV experience. The arrival of open and flexible IPTV solutions means they can develop these services quickly and cost-effectively.…
Technological and operational challenges and solutions for live streaming mass-market events…
When IPTV first started, the battlefield seemed simple enough: the Telcos were pitted against established cable operators that had encroached on the Telcos’ broadband and telephony turf. They had to respond defensively with video (or else)…
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is working with industry to develop a talking TV UI.…
Ten years ago, when Acentic first started visiting IBC, Digital TV and Video on Demand were the buzz words at the show. It's fascinating to see that only now are consumers starting to receive VoD services at home…
Dieter Engel, SVP Product Development Media Services at Deutsche Telekom AG, discusses his participation in the MPEGIF Master Class and the importance of attending IBC 2009.…
Considerations in the development of new features for TV middleware including integration issues, technological feasibility and user demand.…
TV4 Play launch new online TV service with social media functionality supported by Facebook Connect…
The anticipated rollout of the new CI+ specification took a significant step forward recently when Ziggo provided a timetable for retail sales of the standard’s Conditional Access Modules.…
Satellite news gatherers are under constant pressure to provide up-to-the minute news coverage from across the globe. SNG equipment is becoming increasingly efficient and automated to meet with this demand.…
IPTV offers the perfect platform to marry TV and social media…
Marty Pompadur (Former Executive VP and Chairman, News Corp) will be delivering a keynote presentation at IBC and he is willing and ready to take opinions, views and questions.…
IBC are hosting a free session with industry experts highlighting key innovations and developments in the mobile device market…
IBC invite a panel of students from around the world to discuss UGC. The students will be interviewed and then open for questions from the floor.…
Attend the masterclass and ask questions to the visual effects gurus, Kevin Hahn of MPC and Alison Wortman of Double Negative…
IBC are inviting the industry to interact and begin dialogue with speakers and the conference team prior to the event. The first session to discuss features Ogilvy Group, IBM and BBC representatives talking about advertising.…
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