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Today has the makings of an unusual Thursday. As we mentioned at the end of last year, calculations from the Mayan era mark December 21, 2012, as the final day of its Long Count calendar and the point at which the world ends. So it might be an idea to find yourself a nice, safe, [...]

Reducing the cost of upgrading or replacing a system and keeping projects on schedule is easier than you might think, as one company explores options that can save costs and help the environment A less glamorous and often-ignored part of a project is dealing with the old and redundant equipment after it is replaced. Engineering [...]

Creating exciting and dynamic 3D film isn’t always easy when the equipment is heavy and expensive. But with a speedy set-up time and lightweight body, a new UK company has developed a camera that is set to liberate filmmakers and cut production costs The 3D revolution is being held back by the challenges of using [...]

The seamless functionality users expect from content rich media has caused a rapid growth in data centres. Choosing the right data centre solution will be one of the most important decisions you make Very few people will be unaffected by the explosion in video, social networks and other rich media – driven by the vast [...]

Pay TV operators fear video transmission over the internet will undermine their business. But their fears are groundless, says one technology security firm Video distribution to devices such as connected TVs, tablets and PCs over the open internet (OTT ) is rapidly increasing. For new providers of video services looking to enter the market, the [...]

Could Google and Apple extend their dominance of the mobile market to the world of broadcasting? If the rumours are anything to go by, just watch this space… By this time next year there could be two major new players, Google and Apple, not just in the television market but the TV set market, too. [...]

For decades tape has been the predominant choice for media archives. But the need for faster access to more content – at a lower cost for more users – has led to innovation in data storage technology In today’s multi-screen industry the pressure is on to produce and deliver more content – more cost-effectively. File-based tapeless [...]

Directing viewers to video content is only half the battle. The real challenge lies in grabbing their attention – and keeping it In today’s digital landscape, you need to ensure that you reach your audience, wherever it may be. You need to proactively promote your content, distribute it across the web and ensure that it [...]

With the use of connected TV rising at rapid pace, knowledge is power. Gain key insight and understanding of the industry to ensure your business is one step ahead IP&TV World Forum, the world’s leading connected entertainment event, is set to be the best yet in 2012. Focusing on the rapidly converging TV market, this [...]

Where next for broadcasting? Key figures at the forefront of developing technology share their predictions on the most important change in the next five years Broadcasting can be a bewildering business. Hardly a day goes by without a claim that some new technology is about to revolutionise the marketplace – but what really is in [...]