For the first time ever, SMPTE now has a full Technology Committee devoted to cinema sound. The majority of the group’s members hail it as a breakthrough. The senior members of the cinema sound community are expressing concern that the precepts upon which the industry has grown for
Archives for January 2013
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and Cinema
Consumer electronics companies have a different set of challenges from that of cinema owners. Consumer companies build revenue by pitching consumers to buy fancy new gear, unlike cinema owners, who attract audiences with new content. 3D pervaded the annual CES show in Las Vegas for the past few years.
The 3D Conversion Patent Battle
A battle over 3D conversion patents has emerged between the Walt Disney Company, RealD, and Digital Domain Media Group. Digital Domain declared bankruptcy last year, after acquiring a broad set of patents for 2D-to-3D conversion from 3D conversion pioneer In-Three in an asset sale. Within a year, the
Other News
Warner surprised the industry by selecting technology chief Kevin Tsujihara as its new CEO. Faced with the challenges of new viewing platforms, new distribution platforms, and digital piracy, it makes good sense to put a tech-savvy business executive at the helm. Best of luck to Mr. Tsujihara. The US, among