QuikPunch is a wireless spotlight with a 5in Fresnel lens, claimed to be the “most energy-efficient ever” by Astera. Capable of matching a 200W LED PAR with 4.5 hours of runtime, it features a 13º-60º zoom, promises zero stray light, and delivers 8,000 lux at 3m from 75W of power (650W equivalent).
Mapcreator is a browser-based mapping tool designed with broadcasters and news organisations in mind. It quickly creates high-quality map animations or still images, eliminating the need for post-production or specialised cartographic skills.
Czech-based provider of IPTV/OTT technology, ModernTV, will be showcasing updates to its “fast-to-deploy, flexible end-to-end OTT platform designed for a rich and intuitive user experience”.
The Crystal LED Capri from Sony is its latest LED wall for virtual production, offering a maximum brightness of 1,500cd/sqm with a 2.50mm LED pitch size at a “more accessible price”.
The Connected Live wireless camera system from Videosys Broadcast uses bidirectional IP technology to bridge the gap between existing WiFi and COFDM wireless cameras.
Vimsoft will be demonstrating its integrated management system, VimBiz, in Hall 5.
The BBC has reportedly told a small number of senior staff to step back from their day-to-day duties on music and live events in the wake of the Glastonbury broadcast of Bob Vylan's controversial set.
Netflix has held reportedly talks with Spotify about collaborating on music-focused live events projects as both streaming platforms seek new offerings to drive growth.
Netflix has begun rolling out AV1 Film Grain Synthesis (FGS) streams across its catalogue, a move the platform says will allow it to preserve the artistic integrity of film grain while optimising data efficiency.
Sports streamer DAZN has secured exclusive and non-exclusive rights to Italy’s Serie A football league in key international markets.
