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CES 2008
February 4th, 2008
This post is a little overdue, so since I’m sure many of you have already visited sites like Engadget for CES coverage, I’ll keep this short. There are three areas that I thought there was a lot of focus which we’ll be hearing a lot more about this year.
HD Proliferation
Well, it looks like Blu-ray may have won the format war. Along with that, HD technology is spreading to everything. From digital cameras that use the 16×19 aspect ratio to more affordable HD camcorders.
Content Delivery
In another step closer to TV going online, these new set-top boxes could be replacing your cable box:
- Slingcatcher - A product that was a big hit last year now offers HD
- Netflix and LG - Could be the ultimate movie-playing device
- Vudu - Server and receiver for downloading and storing movies
One problem these boxes solve is multi-room support, allowing for viewing selected media throughout the home. Of course a fast reliable internet connection is required.
Smart Devices
Another use of your internet connection is for networked devices that respond to online data or data networked from your computer. Your future home appliances won’t just have a computer chip, they’ll also be connected to the internet.
Also worth pointing out is the evolving technology in touchscreens and ebooks.
Tags: ces, content delivery, hd dvd, smart devices, technology, widescreen
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