The transition to 4K will be slow but progressive

The transition to 4K will be slow but progressive "We still live in a world in HD. 4K UHD has a very important role, although the transition to 4K will be slow but progressive "has said Mohamed Hamza (Kagan) in the 4K Summit.

Mohamed Hamza, senior Analyst de Kagan, Presented in the 4K Summit Malaga a detailed report on 4K worldwide.

He began his speech by saying that "we still live in a world in HD. 4K UHD has a very important role, although the transition to 4K will be slow but progressive .

"The migration from SD to HD is still in process in many countries. Therefore, broadcasters now need time to assimilate the 4K "he added.

By the end of this year, the consultancy estimates that worldwide issue close to 200 channels (65 of them in Europe). This figure would reach 286 (95 in Europe) in 2020.

Hamza has acknowledged that despite the impact of Russia in this World Cup 2018 has slowed the launch of new channels in UHD. In Europe, in 2018 five new proposals were launched.

Refering to 4K TV salesIt has been reported that grows apace highlighting the case of the US where sales doubled and HD panels. Overall, UHD TV sales now account for 18%, with great push in Asia-Pacific (especially China and South Korea).

Hamza has drawn attention to the binomio 4K-streaming since having good connectivity is a key to enjoy a wider choice of services 4K element. This means that in territories such as Latin America, East Africa or Eastern Europe takeoff is being slower.

In addition to the TV connected, Hamza believes fundamental role of SMPs (Stream Media Player) with support 4K. 54% access to content 4K Europe and the US already they are produced from devices such as Google Chrome Cast, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Roku ...

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