Ultra-high-definition television

Simplicity with sophistication: Key Digital wall-plate/desktop switching/extender solutions

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Monday, January 31, 2022

The KD-X4x1WUTx supports Ultra HD/4K up to 4096x2160 at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18 Gbps bandwidth) for no-compromise video performance.

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The KD-X4x1WUTx supports Ultra HD/4K up to 4096x2160 at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18 Gbps bandwidth) for no-compromise video performance.
The KD App will scan the network and auto-populate pre-built GUIs for connected device management not just projectors and displays, but all KD App-ready Key Digital devices sharing the network.
Complete configurations can be realized with no programming by way of the free Key Digital Management Software Pro app for Windows computers.
The cost effective, high-performance Key Digital family of wall-plate switcher/transmitters and companion receivers/presentation switchers is immediately available, shipping from stock.

MPEG LA Introduces Patent Pool License for Versatile Video Coding (VVC)

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

MPEG LA, LLC today announced the availability of the VVC Patent Portfolio License (VVC License or License).

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MPEG LA, LLC today announced the availability of the VVC Patent Portfolio License (VVC License or License).
The joint license includes patents that are essential to the Versatile Video Coding (VVC, also known as H.266 and MPEG-I Part 3) standard.
Now more than ever, the market for next generation video needs a pool license it can trust.
Interested VVC patent owners may request a copy of the terms and procedures governing patent submissions here .

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP EXPANDS RELATIONSHIP ACROSS AMAZON MUSIC AND TWITCH

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

SANTA MONICA, Calif.and SEATTLE, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, Twitch, and Amazon Music, today announced an expansion of the companies' agreements.

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SANTA MONICA, Calif.and SEATTLE, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, Twitch, and Amazon Music, today announced an expansion of the companies' agreements.
Michael Nash, EVP, Digital Strategy, Universal Music Group said, "With the breadth of their music services and products, and their dedicated focus on customers and creators, Amazon Music and Twitch are excellent strategic collaborators, committed to creating the best and most diverse experiences for fans across streaming music, live streaming, artist collaborations, and physical merchandise.
"Twitch embodies a creator-first culture, including empowering musicians," said Tracy Chan, Head of Music at Twitch.
All Amazon Music tiers now offer a wide selection of podcasts at no additional cost, and live streaming in partnership with Twitch.

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP EXPANDS RELATIONSHIP ACROSS AMAZON MUSIC AND TWITCH

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

SANTA MONICA, Calif. and SEATTLE, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, Twitch, and Amazon Music, today announced an expansion of the companies' agreements.

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SANTA MONICA, Calif.and SEATTLE, Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, Twitch, and Amazon Music, today announced an expansion of the companies' agreements.
Michael Nash, EVP, Digital Strategy, Universal Music Group said, "With the breadth of their music services and products, and their dedicated focus on customers and creators, Amazon Music and Twitch are excellent strategic collaborators, committed to creating the best and most diverse experiences for fans across streaming music, live streaming, artist collaborations, and physical merchandise.
"Twitch embodies a creator-first culture, including empowering musicians," said Tracy Chan, Head of Music at Twitch.
Amazon Music reimagines music listening by enabling customers to unlock millions of songs and thousands of curated playlists and stations with their voice.

Conn's HomePlus Enters Daytona Beach, Florida

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Friday, January 21, 2022

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HOUSTON, Jan. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Conn's HomePlus (NASDAQ: CONN), a specialty retailer of furniture, mattresses, home appliances and consumer electronics, announces expansion into the Daytona Beach, Florida market, with a new store in the International Speedway Square at 2500 West International Speedway, #700.

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The opening of the Daytona Beach store will mark the 11th Conn's HomePlus location to open in Florida in the last 13 months and bring the total number of stores to 158, across 15 states.
"We are excited aboutourcontinued growth in the Florida market," said Chandra Holt, Conn's HomePlus CEO and President.
Whether customers have good credit, no credit or are working toward a specific credit goal, they can Make it Happen with Conn's HomePlus.
Conn's HomePlus is a specialty retailer currently operating 150+ retail locations in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

Conn's HomePlus Supports Florida Students Through Scholarship Program

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

This is the first year Conn's HomePlus has partnered with Step Up For Studentsto contribute to the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program, an income-based scholarship program funded by tax-credited contributions from corporations.

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This is the first year Conn's HomePlus has partnered with Step Up For Studentsto contribute to the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program, an income-based scholarship program funded by tax-credited contributions from corporations.
During the 2020-21 school year, nearly 100,000 Florida students benefited from a Florida Tax Credit scholarship administered by Step Up for Students.
Step Up For Students is a non-profit organization that helps administer the donor-funded, income-based Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program.
In February 2019, the Urban Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based think tank, released results of a study on the effectiveness of the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program, the nation's largest private K-12 scholarship program.

Hisense Unveils Premium Product Lineup at CES 2022, Introducing Mini LED Offerings and New Laser Technologies

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Hisense , provider of high-performance televisions and appliances, unveils its 2022 lineup featuring Laser TVs, soundbars and a new premium ULED Series lineup with Mini LED options.

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Hisense , provider of high-performance televisions and appliances, unveils its 2022 lineup featuring Laser TVs, soundbars and a new premium ULED Series lineup with Mini LED options.
Hisenses new premium U9H TV introduces Mini LED to the 2022 lineup, delivering a stunning HDR performance with a bright picture, vivid colors, and excellent contrast.
The key to great Mini LED performance is how well the LEDs work together to ensure uniformity and the best possible picture.
Alongside its ULED lineup, Hisense is proud to introduce an entirely new product to its laser display lineup in 2022: the PX1-PRO TriChroma Laser Cinema.

Conn's HomePlus Partners with Helping a Hero for Donation

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Wednesday, December 29, 2021

"Conn's HomePlus believes in giving back to the communities we serve, and the Conn's Cares program provides a platform to make a difference by honoring deserving people through organizations like Helping a Hero," said Chandra Holt, Conn's HomePlus President and CEO.

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"Conn's HomePlus believes in giving back to the communities we serve, and the Conn's Cares program provides a platform to make a difference by honoring deserving people through organizations like Helping a Hero," said Chandra Holt, Conn's HomePlus President and CEO.
Helping a Herois a nonprofit that builds homes for military and first responders injured in the line of duty.
"Conn's has been an incredible supporter of Helping a Hero and our wounded heroes for over a decade.We are so grateful that they made Christmas so special for the SGT Bartel family by donating computers and Christmas gifts," said Meredith Iler, Founder of Helping A Hero Home program.
Unlike many of its competitors, Conn's HomePlus provides flexible in-house credit options for its customers in addition to third-party financing programs and third-party lease-to-own payment plans.

The LCD Soundsystem Holiday Special With Amazon Music—Featuring Eric Wareheim, Macaulay Culkin, Christine Ko, and Aparna Nancherla—to Stream on December 22

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Amazon Music invites fans around the world to watch on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch and Prime Video beginning at 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST on December 22.

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Amazon Music invites fans around the world to watch on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch and Prime Video beginning at 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST on December 22.
Ive already conquered film, James has conquered music, but we have yet to conquer the sitcomthe HIGHEST form of art, said Eric Wareheim.
The LCD Soundsystem Holiday Special airs on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch and on Prime Video for all Amazon customers globally on December 22 at 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST.
Watch the All My Friends sitcom opening credits sequence HERE (Credit: Amazon Music)
Watch The LCD Soundsystem Holiday Special event trailer HERE (Credit: Amazon Music)
Download stills and artwork HERE (Credit: Amazon Music)
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SMART Wireless Computing Enables High-Performance AI Edge Camera Applications With New Micro SoM Powered by Qualcomm

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

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The powerful new Inforce 68A1 system-on-module (SoM) from SMART Wireless Computing enables high performance video processing and AI video analytics for edge cameras used in retail, healthcare, and security.
The SMART Wireless Inforce 68A1 SoM brings technology at the connected intelligent edge to a broader ecosystem of developers, helping reduce the time and risks involved with integrating premium tier AI performance into their edge camera solutions.
SMART Wireless Computing is a leading developer of high-performance, production-ready embedded computing platforms for IoT applications.
Qualcomm QCS8250, Qualcomm Hexagon, Qualcomm AI Engine, Qualcomm Neural Processing Engine, Qualcomm Adreno, Qualcomm Spectra, and Qualcomm Kryo are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.