AMD to unveil FirePro V7900, V5900 graphics cards
AMD will unveil the AMD FirePro V7900 and V5900, the new flagship models of its workstation-class professional graphics cards at IBC2011.The cards reduce the cost and complexity of immersive visualization applications, such as stereoscopic 3-D.
AMD will feature FirePro technology with several partners, including VizRT, Ventuz and MainConcept. more…
Concurrent to showcase eFactor software platform
Concurrent will feature its newly launched eFactor workflow and distribution software platform at IBC2011.
This new software platform simplifies the complex task of delivering multi-format video to a wide range of devices addressing preparation, packaging, policy, protection and delivery of high quality video. more…
Emerging market TV shipments to grow over next five years, says IMS Research
The market for television sets in developing regions is projected to grow over the next five years, while TV shipments in the rest of the world are expected to either decline or stabilize, according to an update from research firm IMS Research.
IMS Research, which last month announced an update of its “Television Shipment Database and Forecast,” forecasts that in the next five years TV set shipments will increase in Latin America, Eastern Europe, MEA and most of Asia Pacific, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2 percent. more…
International Satellite-Industry Forum to take aim at interference
Satellite interference, which each year causes millions of dollars in losses to the satellite industry, will be in the crosshairs of industry professionals at this year’s International Satellite-Industry Forum, Sept. 8 at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Amsterdam.
With the theme “Interference – The Counter-Offensive,” the forum is will explore the efforts of broadcasters and satellite industry leaders as they have collaborated to combat satellite interference worldwide. more…
IBC Production Village, IBC Big Screen to feature latest in acquisition, exhibition technologies
Production and digital cinema exhibition will take center stage during IBC2011 in Amsterdam, Sept. 8-13, at the IBC Production Village and the IBC Big Screen.
At the IBC Production Village, those attending the convention will get the chance to get hands-on with cutting-edge camera technologies. Stereoscopic 3-D cameras, DSLRs and specialty cameras will be on hand for attendees to compare and rate. A variety of camera equipment will be available for attendees to evaluate. Camera experts also will be available to answer questions and offer buying advice. more…
Starting to feel that IBC 2011 vibe!
Hello and welcome to BE@IBC - Broadcast Engineering’s central location for coverage from IBC 2011 in Amsterdam!
The show is still two weeks away, but the BE team has been preparing for months and is ready to bring you the latest from the show floor - the hottest new product information, the latest industry scoops and the best insight from our editorial staff.
As always, IBC 2011 promises to be a whirlwind of activity as the broadcast engineering world comes together to share its ideas and products. And, as always, Broadcast Engineering’s mission is to cover the show in order to enable you, our loyal, industry decision-making readers, to adapt to change, stay competitive and maximize productivity.
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Now…bring on IBC!
