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Broadcast infrastructure operator Arqiva will tomorrow give the first European demonstration of mobile video broadcasting using the DVB-H standard, ushering in a new age of portable TV using devices such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and laptop PCs.The demonstration, which will form part of the Royal Television Society’s Cambridge Convention, will demonstrate reception… Continue reading Arqiva To Demonstrate Mobile Video Standard

MediaTel Group have confirmed that Richard Eyre, chairman of the IAB and David Hanger, former publisher of the Economist will be on the panel at this year’s Media Question Time evening.The fifth Media Question Time, in association with MediaGuardian, will be held on Tuesday 22nd November 2005 at the English Heritage Lecture Theatre, London, W1… Continue reading Richard Eyre Joins Panel For Media Question Time

The Daily Telegraph is set for an editorial overhaul in the coming months, as Martin Newland, editor of the paper, signs Neil Darbyshire and William Lewis as joint deputy editors.The appointments offer “the qualities most suited to driving forward change and development at the title,” according to Newland, who also stated that any change would… Continue reading Telegraph Reshuffles Editorial Ahead Of Revamp

Asia is forecast to become the largest regional mobile telecommunications market in the world over the next five to ten years, with Asian mobile telecom revenues reaching over $260 billion by 2009, up from $180 in 2004. According to high-tech market research firm, India will be the fastest growing entity in the region, with a… Continue reading Mobile Telecoms In Asia Forecast To Rocket

This morning saw Independent News & Media (INM) announce record interim results for the six months to 30 June 2005, with particularly strong growth by the Independent, which saw advertising revenues increase by a massive 18.5% amid what the company called a “volatile market.”The increase was due, the publisher said, to the “substantial” uplift in… Continue reading Independent Sees Ad Revenue Rise In Volatile Market

Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) is forecast to be firmly established as an alternative platform to digital satellite, terrestrial and cable transmission over the next ten years, with delivery of television over the internet transforming the TV market industry. According to new research from LoveLace Consulting and informitiv, television will become increasing like the internet, with… Continue reading IPTV Moving Into Mainstream TV Marketplace

Outdoor advertising group, JCDecaux, has announced a 5.7% increase in revenues for the first six months of 2005, reaching €833.7 million, reflecting a sound performance for the group, despite softening advertising conditions in some European markets.Operating margin for the company enjoyed a healthy rise of 4.7% to hit €229.1 million, representing 27.5% of consolidated revenues.JCDecaux’s… Continue reading JCDecaux Announces Revenue Increase For First Half

Last night saw cricket fans flock to their television sets, enthralled as England regained the Ashes, securing the largest ever audience share for Channel 4.The day’s cricket saw a steadily increasing audience for Channel 4’s coverage, with 2 million viewers tuning in at 10am, 4.7 million at 1pm and peaking at a massive 7.4 million… Continue reading Channel 4 Cricket High Stumps Rivals

Worldwide growth in the mobile phone industry is expected to hit its highest level ever this year, surpassing the 335 million new additions in 2004, according to the latest market forecast by Informa Telecoms & Media. The analysts’s new predictions highlight the ability of mobile operators to target niche demographics in order to avoid downturn… Continue reading Worldwide Mobile Growth To Hit Record High

Emap’s style-focused men’s magazine, FHM Collections, is to undertake a makeover with its latest issue, providing readers with a “portable and practical guide” to the latest trends and fashions.The title, which is published bi-annually, now aims to be a reference guide on the high street as readers “seek out more aspirational, couture garments across the… Continue reading FHM Restyles Collections As High Street Guide