Mobile Phones, Digital Cameras, and DVD Players Lead the List of ?Most Wanted? Digital Electronics
Dallas, TX (ContentDesk) August 24, 2004 -- According to a new report from research consultancy The Diffusion Group, Internet households are more interested in purchasing mobile phones, digital still cameras, and DVD players than any other digital electronic device.
By contrast, game consoles, PDAs and MP3 players are the least likely to be purchased by Internet households."Each of these three DE platforms enjoys significant penetration among U.S. Internet households ? mobile phones at 82%, digital still cameras at 65%, and DVD players at 80%," said Michael Greeson, President and Principal Analyst of The Diffusion Group.
"Although these markets are no doubt mature, replacement and secondary purchases continue to drive demand for these devices."
"DE devices such as PDAs and MP3 players rank lower on the "most wanted" list but for different reasons.
Both of these platforms are reaching market saturation, but while PDAs are finding new outlets as smart phones and (very soon) as universal remote controls, game console manufacturers have to date been unable to expand these platforms beyond their core functionality and limited audience."
On a more positive note, new DE devices such as personal/digital video recorders are likely to enjoy their best year ever.
While penetration of these devices is less than 5% of all U.S. households and 10% of Internet households, almost 17% of non-PVR Internet households and 28% of PVR-owning Internet households are interesting in purchasing a PVR or DVR in the next 12 months.
TDG's latest primary consumer research report, Digital Electronics Ownership among Internet Households, quantifies the penetration of and likely demand for 10 different consumer electronic devices.
Demand is further analyzed by Internet connection (dial-up versus broadband) and ownership status (non-owners versus owners).
Additionally, the report uses TDG's proprietary "Power Ranking" to calculate a demand foundation upon which short-term market strategy can be base.
Digital Electronics Ownership among Internet Households is now available for purchase on the Company's website, www.tdgreserach.com for a special introductory price of only $395 - a savings of $600.About The Diffusion GroupThe Diffusion Group is a "think tank" of consumer technology analysts charged with providing timely, actionable intelligence designed to best position new consumer technologies for rapid diffusion. TDG is committed to providing market research and strategic consulting services based on conservative, real-world analysis and market forecasts grounded in consumer research. For more information about The Diffusion Group, visit our website at www.tdgresearch.com ..
Satellite TV Installation: DIY or get the Pro's?
One of the question that always arise when you are setting up your satellite TV system: to get installation service by professional or to install by own? Which is the best way to go for installation of a satellite TV system? Few years ago, satellite TV installation price, ranging from $100 to $200 is quite a burden for those who wanted to start off their satellite TV system. Hence, self installation is preferable. But things are different now, as you might already knew, satellite TV retailers are offering professional satellite system installation for free. So, why bother? Free, professional satellite TV installation are of course recommended.From the feedback of customers that installed their own satellite systems, we noticed that satellite TV installation job might get into real disaster and cause a lot of difficuties. Finding the signal and adjusting the dish for signal strength can take quite some time, while, a professional will have equipment to get the job done in minutes.
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Satellite TV for Less - Where to Get the Best Satellite TV Deal
Satellite TV for Less
There's a war going on between the two major satellite TV providers - DISH Network and DIRECTV. They're offering hundreds of dollars worth of free satellite TV equipment, cheap programming, and even free gifts to get you to subscribe to their services.
Here's what they're giving away, and here's where to get the best deals on what they're not giving away ...
Free Satellite TV System
Both DISH Network and DIRECTV will give you all the equipment you need for satellite TV viewing - a satellite dish and up to four receivers - absolutely free.
They'll also give you a free DVR (digital video recorder) so you can record your favorite programs, or a free HD (high definition) receiver so you can watch your shows in high def format.
Installation of the entire system in up to four rooms of your home is also free, and your installer will even show you how to operate your...
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SnapStream Media Announces Launch of Beyond TV 4 DVR Software Featuring Support for Recording HDTV, DivX, Browse by Category, and FM Radio
(ContentDesk) November 10, 2005 -- SnapStream Media, Inc., a leader in digital home entertainment products, announced today the launch of Beyond TV 4, a completely new version of its award-winning DVR software that supports DivX, FM Radio, recording of over-the-air (OTA) digital and HDTV content, and a new browse by category feature, as well as numerous stability and performance improvements.Added HDTV SupportWith the broadcast flag being struck down this summer, consumers will continue to be able to capture HDTV content on their DVR PCs.
Support for capturing HDTV shows broadcast on digital channels offers Beyond TV 4 users six times the picture quality of standard definition television, along with impressive Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound.
The combined sharper picture and sound now brings the highest quality picture to Beyond TVs already intuitive and feature-rich DVR experience.
Additionally, Beyond TV 4s electronic program guide creates customized,...
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DVD Recorders: Getting Started
IMO, these sd work 'like a VCR' as far as recording and playback. There are models w/ harddrives, VHS players, etc. built in, but to me that's overboard.Bells and WhistlesThe VHS option is not bad, but you most likely already have one you can plug into the inputs of the DVD recorder.I have a DVD recorder for archiving TiVo shows as opposed to accessing my TiVo from my PC. This is nice because it means I can also archive VHS tapes, camcorder tapes, etc. w/no extra work.I do have a TV card in my PC so I can do this, but using the DVD recorder is easier.My motto is: buy what you WILL use and not what you CAN use.I've bought lots of things that CAN do a lot, but in reality I don't use all the extra features.
Not in all cases, but in this case, I say pass on the bells and whistles.Again, there are models w/ all types of features, but if you buy one that is a DVR, DVD recorder, VCR, TV tuner all in one and one part breaks, it's all broke.Realize Something About TechnologyRemember -...
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S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
A metal recycler in Phoenix, AZ, is installing an S&C Electric Company PureWave AVC? Adaptive VAR Compensator to eliminate voltage flicker resulting from the very large current surges caused by their car shredding operation.
The recycler plans to add a new 6,000-HP shredder to their operation and has been working with the local utility to solve the voltage flicker problem and reduce the possibility of power factor penalties. The utility approved S&C's AVC to provide the necessary reactive power compensation. The 8,000-kVAR, 4.16-kV PureWave AVC is scheduled to be installed in October 2003.
It will reduce the voltage fluctuations and manage the reactive power flow, and improve power quality for other customers on the utility feeder.
It will also increase the capability of the metal recycler, enabling them to shred more cars per hour, around the clock. Produced by S&C's Power Quality Products Division, the PureWave AVC is ideal for such diverse applications as...
S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
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Meedio Releases First Commercial DVR Application to Record High Definition ATSC, DVB-S, and DVB-T Digital TV Broadcasts
Houston, TX (ContentDesk via ContentDesk Direct) August 23, 2005 - Meedio LLC, a leading provider of software for digital lifestyles released a free update to the Meedio TV digital video recorder (DVR) software today which adds support for viewing, time-shifting and recording standard and high definition digital TV broadcasts from ATSC and DVB sources. Meedio TV is the first commercial Windows? DVR to record digital TV from ATSC Over The Air (OTA), DVB-S, and DVB-T sources. Meedio TV includes a free electronic program guide (EPG) and is available at http://www.meedio.com for only $39.99 with no monthly service fees.Until now, consumers who wanted to take advantage of their existing Windows PCs to watch and record ATSC and DVB broadcasts were forced to have a commercial system builder replace their entire operating system with Microsoft's Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE). With Meedio...
Meedio Releases First Commercial DVR Application to Record High Definition ATSC, DVB-S, and DVB-T Digital TV Broadcasts
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Free Satellite TV Offers
In a world where marketing strategy and competition rules, not all satellite TV deals are equal or the same. Different companies package their wares in many different and innovative ways. As a consumer, it is important to comparison shop before deciding on a provider. Today there are over 15 million subscribers in the US alone.
Services as well as costs vary between players like Dish Network and Direct TV. The Dish Network promotion offers a subscription cost from $19.99 per month.
This includes free satellite TV systems for up to 4 rooms, free DVD player, free HD and DVR upgrades, free shipping and installation. Orders can be placed online or through retailers. The Direct TV offers a monthly subscription of $29.99 per month along with free satellite TV systems for 4 rooms, free digital camera, DVD player, free viewing for three months of 50 premium channels, free shipping and installation as well as ways to order through phone, Internet, and retailers.
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Pixel Bridge Delivers New Website for Point of Action
Cambridge, MA (ContentDesk): November 12, 2003 ? Point of Action ("POA"), a full-service training consulting firm that delivers ongoing corporate training planning, as well as practical training workshops, for professional services, technology and higher education providers, recently overhauled its website to refine and expand service offerings. The new site provides expanded descriptions of the firm and its offerings, as well as serves as a resource link for constituents interested in corporate...
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