IHS: Average TV Prices Rose In The Second Quarter

By Greg Tarr On Aug 6 2012 - 4:01am

EL SEGUNDO, CALIF. — Secondquarter sales of advanced features and larger screen sizes helped average retail prices on U.S. flat-panel televisions climb to the highest level in two and a half years, according to a new study released by IHS iSuppli.

The market research firm’s “U.S. TV Price and Specifications Market Tracker Report” showed pricing for U.S. flatpanel televisions reached $1,224 during the second quarter, up 3 percent from $1,190 the previous quarter, and 9 percent from $1,124 in the same period a year ago.

 

 

Toshiba 2012 TVs Ship At Value PricesToshiba 2012 TVs Ship At Value Prices

By Greg Tarr On Aug 6 2012 - 4:01am

IRVINE, CALIF. – Toshiba has started delivering a range of TV models in its 2012 line, all of which offer new cosmetic styling and value price points for their respective classes.

All models this year have been designed to present “a family look” in styling, deliver strong picture and sound quality, and present consumers with good value for the price, the company said.

The 2012 cosmetic is called the Aero Design and stresses a minimalist bezel look, thin depth, a wing bottom accent and pedestal stand.

Samsung Unveils 75" Flagship LCD TV

By Greg Tarr On Aug 6 2012 - 4:01am

NEW YORK – Samsung recently used a sponsorship of SpaceFest at the Intrepid Air & Space Museum celebrating the newly-arrived Space Shuttle Enterprise, to unveil the flagship of its high-end LEDedge- lit LCD TV series – the 75-inch ES9000.

By On Jul 24 2012 - 12:08pm

Vizio Co-Star Stream Player Open For Pre-Orders

The unit will be sold exclusively on Vizio.com and free shipping is available for a limited time, the company said. The Co-Star turns any HDTV into a smart TV and features 1080p and 3D support; and enables users to access full screen web browsing with Adobe Flash Player and HTML 5, as well as access to entertainment apps such as the OnLive Game Service, Netflix, YouTube and more. That is available without switching inputs or remotes thanks to the universal touchpad remote with keyboard, Vizio said. The Co-Star is said to be the first stream player to offer video games on demand.

By On Jul 24 2012 - 12:08pm

Vizio Co-Star Stream Player Open For Pre-Orders

The unit will be sold exclusively on Vizio.com and free shipping is available for a limited time, the company said. The Co-Star turns any HDTV into a smart TV and features 1080p and 3D support; and enables users to access full screen web browsing with Adobe Flash Player and HTML 5, as well as access to entertainment apps such as the OnLive Game Service, Netflix, YouTube and more. That is available without switching inputs or remotes thanks to the universal touchpad remote with keyboard, Vizio said. The Co-Star is said to be the first stream player to offer video games on demand.

By On Jul 24 2012 - 12:08pm

Vizio Co-Star Stream Player Open For Pre-Orders

The unit will be sold exclusively on Vizio.com and free shipping is available for a limited time, the company said. The Co-Star turns any HDTV into a smart TV and features 1080p and 3D support; and enables users to access full screen web browsing with Adobe Flash Player and HTML 5, as well as access to entertainment apps such as the OnLive Game Service, Netflix, YouTube and more. That is available without switching inputs or remotes thanks to the universal touchpad remote with keyboard, Vizio said. The Co-Star is said to be the first stream player to offer video games on demand.

Seura Delivers Weatherproof 1080 LCD TV Line

By Greg Tarr On Apr 9 2012 - 4:01am

GREEN BAY, WIS. – Séura is now offering a threemodel assortment of FullHD 1080p LCD TVs designed for outdoor placement.

The weatherproof Storm TV series is available now in limited quantities, and includes 42- ($5,000 suggested retail), 47- ($6,5000) and 55-inch ($8,500) screen sizes.

All models use the company’s LuminOptics technology, which is said to work together with a colorless dual-layer anti-reflective safety glass to render a bright image in sunny environments.

Big-Screen TVs Offer Industry Profit Haven

By Greg Tarr On Apr 23 2012 - 4:01am

NEW YORK – The days of new unit volume records may have faded for the flat-panel TV category, but the big-screen segment (40-inches and larger) stands as perhaps the last bastion of opportunity for profit growth from the industry’s former rainmaker.

Vendors and retailers report seeing elevated consumer interest in big screens this year – particularly the 60-inch and larger classes – as customers come to the realization that bigger is better when buying a TV.

Outdoor TVs Appealing To A Broader Market

By Greg Tarr On May 8 2012 - 4:01am

NEW YORK – Although a niche segment of the flatpanel TV category, outdoor models are emerging as a growth opportunity replete with healthy margins and virtually untapped market penetration levels.

Thus far, the category has remained the province of the custom installation channel, with spill over into A/V specialty accounts equipped to provide the installation teams required for a wide variety of exterior set-ups.

Google TV Must Battle Market Confusion

By Greg Tarr On May 21 2012 - 4:01am

NEW YORK – This week, LG joins Sony in delivering to market a Google TV line that brings the Android platform to the big screen with a new brand.

But market analysts said that LG and Google will have their work cut out trying to make an Apple TV-like stir around the alternative smart-TV platform.

A badly executed early launch left Google’s Android system for TVs struggling to whet consumer appetites, despite claims to provide seamless integration with Android mobile devices and a PC-like browsing experience on the TV screen.