television
Smart TVs becoming new trend
TV manufacturers plan to get smart about their products and are now emphasizing sets with internet access this year. So-called "Smart TVs" are being built with computer style processors and operating software, letting them run apps just like computers and smartphones. Full article.
Estimate: 800,000 U.S. Households Abandoned Their TVs For The Web
With an increasing selection of high-quality TV fare coming online, more people are experimenting with ditching their TVs (or more accurately, their cable and satellite TV subscriptions) for online options such as Hulu, Netflix, broadcaster Websites, or Apple’s iTunes. As more and more viewing options become available online, more people will add Web viewing as part of their mix. Full Article.
60 Minutes Television Crew in Marksville
A crew from the CBS Television news show 60 Minutes returned to Marksville while researching a story about minors serving life sentences. The Marksville case is about a girl serving a life sentence for killing a woman in Brouillette. Full Article.
Coming Soon to Your Living Room: 3-D TV ?
New York Times: A full-fledged 3-D television turf war is brewing in the US as manufacturers unveil sets capable of 3-D and cable programmers rush to create new channels for them. Full Article.
“Free TV” May Become Thing of the Past
TV stations used to broadcast news, sports and entertainment for free and made their money by showing commercials. Changes resulting from Cable TV, the Web and the recession could mean higher cable or satellite TV bills. Full Article.
Jim Clinton on LPB
Cenla Advantage Partnership's CEO, Jim Clinton, will be a guest on "Louisiana Public Square" on Louisiana Public Broadcasting at 7 PM on Wednesday, November 25. The show is dedicated to the subjects of technology and innovation in Louisiana. "Louisiana Public Square" is an LPB-produced show built on the principles of deliberative democracy.
