Digital TV News: Oculus
Sales of VR headsets take off faster than expected
Aug 30, 2016 – CCS Insight has said that sales of smartphone VR devices, including products based on Google's Cardboard design and more advanced devices such as Samsung's Gear VR headset, have exceeded CCS Insight's earlier expectations.
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CCS Insight, Ben Wood, Digital TV, Market Research, Metaverse, Mobile, Worldwide
Com Hem develops virtual reality proof of concept
Jun 16, 2016 – Com Hem has developed Com Hem Play VR, a concept for testing the service in a virtual reality-based environment. The test is a proof of concept and a step in Com Hem’s efforts to constantly improve its customers’ television experience and explore new potential platforms.
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Com Hem, Svalin Sahlman, Cable TV, Digital TV, Metaverse, Sweden, UX
DIRECTV launches first Virtual Reality App
Oct 8, 2015 – DIRECTV has taken its first jab at Virtual Reality (VR) with its Big Knockout Boxing (BKB) VR App. The app delivers highlights from the June 27 BKB fight event at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Users can experience the blows and knock downs on a VR-ready smartphone.
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DIRECTV, Jon Molod, Apps, Digital TV, Metaverse, Mobile, USA
BBC R&D showcases broadcasting technology at the Commonwealth Games
Jul 18, 2014 – BBC R&D has announced a range of new trials and public demonstrations as part of its Commonwealth Games Showcase. Events include broadcasting in Ultra-HD and live coverage over a 4G mobile network.
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BBC, 5G, Content Distribution, Digital TV, UK
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