My Cart - Only few years ago HD TV was a fairly sought after thing, only been in more affluent homes, but now it is common place on TVs, PCs and even mobile phones. Obviously new technology has come on since then with advances in 3D TV and internet connections. The latest technology to be tested out in live settings is ever higher – high definition recording and viewing.
It is fitting that this technology has been tested at the London 2012 Olympic Games as the 1948 Olympic Games was the first to be televised into people’s homes. This new advancement may not be broadcast into your home just yet – even if it was, it would be no sharper than HD on current TVs!
The test broadcast of live action from the Olympics was shown on a huge 300-inch, cinema size screen with a few select viewers. The technology has been developed by Japanese broadcasters NHK, which provides the ultra high definition pictures. The new technology is 16 times as sharp as HD, which in itself is 4 times sharper than standard TV! Comparing HD to standard definition was one thing, but this new technology sounds like it needs to be seen to be believed.
The sound hasn’t missed out on improvements either. HD surround is presented in 5.1 channels, whereas the ultra high definition comes with a 22.2 channel.
The technology isn’t likely to be available commercially anytime soon, but the fact that the limits are still being pushed is exciting. HD was trialed over 20 years ago at the Los Angeles Olympics which gives an example of the time taken from development to widespread acceptance. Another point to make, with the trial on a 300 inch screen, it may not be for everyone’s home!
