Data from Ultra HD 4K news says that Scandinavian television buyers are buying sets that are about 12” wider (corner to corner) than their British counterparts, and the gap is widening with the average screen diameter creeping up by about 1.3″ annually, while the viewing distance isn’t changing. Paul Gray, senior research manager at Omdia […]

Display Daily, in its quarterly analysis of the TV and panel manufacturing sector, reports that global TV shipments experienced a significant rebound in Q3 2024, growing 11 per cent year-over-year (YoY) to 62 million units, marking the second consecutive quarter of YoY growth. Quoting Counterpoint Research, it suggests this resurgence is attributed to a shortened […]

Tech giant Apple may be working on a smart TV set according to Bloomberg. The renewed interest in an Apple-branded television comes after years of speculation they would enter the market. Bloomberg suggests that an  Apple TV is a couple of years away, with the company prioritising the release of its smart displays first. A […]

Whale TV and TPV have announced the extension of their strategic partnership to build and maintain affordable smart TVs. The two companies have been partnering for over a decade and under the renewed partnership agreement Whale TV will continue to maintain the TV OS and platform for select TV models. Next to managing and monetising […]

Consumer electronics and home appliance brand, Hisense, has been named as the first Official Partner of the new FIFA Club World Cup. The announcement continues the brand’s strong affinity with sports sponsorship following its global partnership for two consecutive FIFA World Cups and three UEFA European Championships. The new FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will […]

Satellite TV remains a significant player in the Italian TV landscape, with over 15 million people still tuning in regularly, according to research by Studio Frasi. This translates to more than six million families equipped with satellite decoders – be it for free-to-air or subscription-based programming. Nearly 20 per cent of satellite viewers are aged […]

Sky and UK electricals retailer Currys have announced a new retail partnership allowing customers to purchase Sky Glass in Currys stores nationwide, as well as online through the Currys website. To mark the launch og the partnership, customers buying in-store can enjoy an introductory offer of Sky Glass with Sky TV and Netflix in one […]

Roku, the TV streaming specialist, has announced the launch of Westinghouse Roku TV models on Amazon in the UK. The new range combines Westinghouse’s hardware with Roku’s operating system (OS) to create a seamless smart TV experience. The new range includes sizes 24” and 32” in 2K HD. “We’re proud to partner with Westinghouse to […]

Parks Associates research shows the majority of US households that own or are planning to purchase a connected TV (CTV) device recognise the benefits of staying within a product ecosystem – 53 per cent state it is easier to manage apps and preferences when using devices within the same ecosystem. With one-third of households planning […]

Mitchell & Brown, the UK TV brand, has announced the launch of two new smart TVs tailored to outdoor enthusiasts. Ideal for the camping, caravanning and boating markets, the new models, JB-32DVD1811ST and JB-24DVD1811ST, come in 32-inch and 24-inch screen sizes and offer a full range of features. The smart TVs offer the full line-up […]