Quote of the Day: "Truly the imago state of Man seems to be terribly distant, but every moult is a step gained." ~ Charles Darwin
On this Date: In 1948, Bell Labs introduced the transistor.
CEA: UHDTV is 8-bit, 3840x2160 The CEA has announced updated core characteristics for ultra high-definition TVs, monitors and projectors for the home.
Livestream Delivers Google Glass App Livestream has released Livestream for Google Glass. The streaming company said the app has been downloaded more than 3,000 times since the beta version debuted in April.
GfK: Ads Local TV News Drive Buys A new study conducted by GfK for Hearst Television finds that viewers have a high level of engagement and trust with local television news and this favorable environment plays a role in prompting viewers to research and purchase products advertised during newscasts.
"Achieving Maximum Accuracy in Video Quality Measurement," from Video Clarity is a white paper focused on helping content originators and distributors understand a method to ensure that viewers get the best quality of experience, advertisers are satisfied, and regulations are met.
"Analyzing 4K Video Quality," from Video Clarity, examines how, as new 4K systems and products reach the market, the importance of video quality testing and evaluation will grow.
"Selecting Next-Generation Video Servers," from Rohde and Schwarz examines the rapid pace of technology development and the incorporation of information technology into broadcast and the broadcast operating environment.
"Hybrid Software as a Service," from Signiant discusses how businesses of all sizes are capitalizing on new modes of computing and software delivery—including software as a service and hybrid SaaS—that let them achieve a new level of results with less technology investment.