Why not just do it, if the tech is there?
Just like with iPod touch 2G bluetooth
Why not just do it, if the tech is there?
Žalgiris;10919091 said:Maybe, but anyway i can understand if they go with 720p for the first gen device.
Cheaper? Sure. Viable? Well...
Let's use Survivor as an example.
They have a crew of 300 people. The low end of the film crew receives between $300-$500 a week for their services. The higher end receives $600-$1000 a week for their services (editors, directors, etc.). They spend about 5 months shooting abroad. So in general, about 5 million goes to the film crew, excluding travel fees, stay and food (which amounts to about another mil).
Now, what about equipment? To film abroad, they have to make arrangements with the government. Many times this involves a fee. They import their equipment by the way, which can be quite costly. They also rent helicopters for aerial shots, etc. Also remember the 1 mil the winner receives, set pieces, etc. etc.
So for the nature of assumption, let's assume a 12-15 mil filming fee. That's quite a bit. How do they make this back? (a) Sponsors (b) Advertisements (c) Fee Per Showing (d) Season DVD sets. All of which are necessary for the Studio and the producer to make a profit, and pay the people who work on it.
My point is this, rentals and purchases via iTunes just doesn't provide the same revenue that advertisement, reruns, etc. do. And while if a large scale switch to this type of system occurred and they did make a profit, the whole thought of change and an unproven system bring about this rejection.
"Most consumers aren't ready to cut the cord to their cable company......"
Really?? I sure am! The prices are insane if you want to watch only two or three shows on two or three channels of the hundreds they force you to subscribe to.
One word, actually 3 letters: iOS
Think about it, it has to appeal to international market, iTV for the US and concentrate on TV content is not going to make it a feasible product, why do you think it'll be $99? How many TV shows would you have to buy just for them to make enough profit? I'd imagine they are selling it at loss in the beginning, think apps, games, social networking, face time...
I'm hoping this version is a bit more open than myTV. If it comes with normal USB port and the flexibility for third party Apps, a company like Elgato can set in with a HD Tuner add on so that you can watch your sports (and local news, etc).
Those things need to get covered in some way to maximize appeal. One of the easier methods would be to build in a tuner, or make adding one on as an OPTION. Instead of trying to imagine/position it as a replacement for cable/satt, maybe it is better to see it as something to add on, much like a BD player or Tivo are not typically viewed as a replacement for cable/satt.
I know better what i see. And "Maybe you should remove the Steve colored glasses" makes you look silly.
"a bit more open"? That is very unlikely. It seems that everybody agrees that the purpose of this device for Apple is to generate profits from iTunes.
Translation, "Steve jobs told me 720p is what I need. Don't bother me with your facts and scientific proof, the word of Steve Jobs is all I need to hear".
Their is zero chance this thing will be "more open", the entire point of this device is to suck even more money out of your wallet. Why would they allow you to download a better encoded video for free when they could charge for an inferior encode.
What apps do you need on your TV? Is that in addition to your desktop, laptop and iPod? ARM-based device is not going to be competitive with XBOX, PS3 or even Wii. It's one thing to play mediocre games while waiting for a dentist appointment but who would want to play these games on TV at thome?
"a bit more open"? That is very unlikely. It seems that everybody agrees that the purpose of this device for Apple is to generate profits from iTunes.
Most people can't even tell when their aspect ratio is skewed. 1080P is great and all, but 720P is pretty enough for the bandwidth and hard drive space I have access to.
Most people can't even tell when their aspect ratio is skewed. 1080P is great and all, but 720P is pretty enough for the bandwidth and hard drive space I have access to.
If he has such non-belief in a product, why even bother ? A LG BD370 sounds like a better option everyday. Full DLNA streaming, including MKV container support and Blu-ray to boot. All connected either through Ethernet or Wi-Fi. For 149$ most places.
Most people can't even tell when their aspect ratio is skewed. 1080P is great and all, but 720P is pretty enough for the bandwidth and hard drive space I have access to.