subject: Where Satellite Tv Technology Is Going In The Next Few Years [print this page] If you stop and put any thought to it, satellite TV technology is some amazing stuff. There's this thing floating in the earth's orbit, and it is somehow beaming HBO right into your living room. Granted, today's technology is truly impressive compared to even a few years ago but what about the technology of tomorrow? Some naysayers have predicted the end of satellite technology. With zipping cable speeds, who needs satellite? Rupert Murdoch, no stranger to the satellite TV industry as former owner of DirecTV feels that satellite TV has run its course. He sold his holdings in the U.S. satellite market for far less than what he paid and purchased MySpace instead. With such foresight as he's had in the recent markets, perhaps there is a long and illustrious future for satellite technology after all.
When it comes to predicting the future, no one but mediums and prophets can be 100% sure. However, there are a lot of intelligent guesses we can make about what satellite TV technology holds for us in the future.
Lower Prices - Thankfully, there will probably be a big upside for the consumer. Although satellite TV probably won't ever be free, prices could well drop or at least what you'll get a lot more value for your money. Like cell phones, personal computers, and even calculators, prices take a nosedive as more and more competitors enter the market.
Streaming Stuff - Streaming for satellite has already arrived, even though it's a relative newcomer to the satellite playing field. You can expect this technology to improve within the next few years. As time goes on, streaming may actually be the optimal delivery method for satellite TV viewing. The power of streaming is its on-demand awesomeness. So you don't have a flipping fast Internet connection? No problem. Your satellite streaming will be there to help you out. To make the deal even better, streamed movies and shows will all eventually be streamed in HD quality.
Better Picture - The evolution of TV is characterized by unstoppable progress toward higher definition. From the old, fuzzy black and white TV's from the 1950s to the startling lifelike colors and movement of today's HDTV receivers and with 3D becoming popular, image quality continues to progress. Satellite TV technology is totally keeping up with the evolutionary progress. The future of satellite TV is clearer.
More than TV - You can already watch satellite TV from a computer, tablet or smart phone almost anywhere without the need for a receiver or dish. The technology is still progressing. With a technological advance called a "sling box", you can literally connect to your DVR at home so you can watch recorded shows or live feed wherever you are. New set-top boxes take your satellite signal and sling it up to the Internet, thereby allowing you to watch your favorite satellite TV shows even when your satellite TV is nowhere in sight.
Satellite TV technology will continue to make amazing changes. While you're enjoying the power of satellite TV technology right now, you can expect things will going to another orbit soon. Hang on for the ride.
