MediaTek,
a fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital
multimedia solutions, announced the launch of the world’s first 120Hz Smart TV
supported single chip solution model.
The
chip allows Smart TVs to synchronize with Wi-Fi network hubs without the use of
external modems or Internet connection, ensuring that high definition content
can be easily shared on TV screens anytime or anywhere.
MediaTek’s
new Smart TV single chip solution offers a number of highly integrated advanced
applications and supports numerous high definition video image processing
technologies.
The
chip also comes with MediaTek’s patented MDDi deinterlace solution, which
enhances the clarity of moving images and allows support for 120 Hz MEMC
(Motion Estimation, Motion Compensation) and 3D visuals.
MediaTek
also provides support for digital TV’s worldwide common platforms, as well as
the customization of solutions, enabling customers to instead focus their
resources on product differentiation and various application developments,
thereby shortening the time to market for products.
According
to Topology Research Institute report, as more brands continue to release Smart
TVs, worldwide shipments of Smart TVs this year is set to increase from 25.18
million Smart TVs in 2011 to 52.85 million units in 2012.
The
report indicates that the addition of 3D and LED innovative hardware features
is set to bring about more explosive growth to the already red hot Smart TV
market.
“Compared
with traditional TVs, Smart TVs offer Internet access and Internet service
platforms which give consumers a more superior all around visual experience. By
offering a Smart TV single chip solution that features high-performance, high
integration and customizable features, MediaTek continues to help customers
worldwide achieve global brand value,” said Joe Chen, general manager of
Digital TV BU at MediaTek.
Recently, MediaTek had expressed its plans to make more investments in the Indian mobile
market.
By
Telecomlead.com Team
editor@telecomlead.com
