Philips releases new wireless HDMI kit

Philip Wong | Sep 04, 2009

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Philips is taking another shot at the wireless HDMI market with its stylish Wireless HDTV Link kit. Announced at IFA 2009 taking place in Berlin, the 599 euros (US$854) package comprises a transmitter and receiver pair capable of processing up to 1080p signals at 30 frames per second (fps) within a 20m range. Connectivity-wise, the Wireless HDTV Link offers two HDMI inputs and dual component-video sockets for all your HD needs.

There may be a potential bottleneck, though. While the above frame rate is sufficient for 24fps Blu-ray Discs, other programs such as console games are encoded at a much higher 50 to 60fps speed. For such cases, the Philips kit may have to apply redundant video conversion that could affect the picture quality, especially for motion fluidity. Philips has not indicated availability and pricing for Asia in its press release.

Via Engadget

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