Skype has literally revolutionized video calling and is continuing that legacy by now offering owners of a Panasonic VieraCast HDTV to make Skype video calls directly from their television. However, Panasonic's TY-CC10W webcam, which is sold separately, is needed in order for the application to work.
The webcam is said to support 720p video, have "four unidirectional microphones," amazing audio that can be heard three to four meters away and an echo canceling system. It makes you wonder if the Skype video calls will soon make home telephones obsolete.
Video-Calling TVs
Panasonic VieraCast HDTVs Can Now Make Skype Calls
Trend Themes
1. Video-calling Via Smart Tvs - Smart TV owners can now make Skype video calls directly from their television, creating opportunities for telecommunication companies to integrate video conferencing functionalities in future smart TV models.
2. Add-on Webcams for TV - The release of add-on webcams specifically for television video calls can inspire new products and accessories for digital home systems, such as webcams with enhanced audio features and improved compatibility with various smart TVs.
3. Audio Improvements in Video Calls - The development of the TY-CC10W webcam's echo canceling system and unidirectional microphones can lead to further innovations in audio technology for video calls, particularly in minimizing background noise and improving speech clarity.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - The integration of video conferencing functionalities in smart TVs can disrupt home telephone networks, offering opportunities for telecommunication companies to expand their services and provide seamless and convenient video call experiences for their clients.
2. Smart Home Technology - The release of add-on webcams specifically designed for smart TV video calls can inspire further differentiation in the smart home technology market, offering more choices and customized options for home entertainment and communication sectors.
3. Audio Equipment Manufacturing - The TY-CC10W webcam's innovative audio features can inspire further improvements in audio technology in video call equipment in general, particularly in the reduction of background noise and enhancing the clarity of speech, presenting new opportunities for audio equipment manufacturers to improve their products.