Phil Kurz
Phil Kurz is a contributing editor to TV Tech. He has written about TV and video technology for more than 30 years and served as editor of three leading industry magazines. He earned a Bachelor of Journalism and a Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism.
Latest articles by Phil Kurz
Agora Introduces Adaptive Video Optimization Technology
By Phil Kurz published
AVO uses machine learning to adjust parameters on the fly at every step of the video process
VuWall Unveils New Capabilities For VuStream 150 Video Encoder
By Phil Kurz published
The H.264 encoder supports HDMI signals at resolutions up to 3840 x2160 @ 60Hz
Plex Partners with T-Mobile To Grow Connected TV Reach
By Phil Kurz published
The company will work with T-Mobile to expand its connected TV inventory
Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame To Honor Blaise Labbe
By Phil Kurz published
Blaise Labbe oversees news operations in 12 markets across five states for Sinclair
Televisa Selects Synamedia For Broadcast Distribution Overhaul
By Phil Kurz published
Synamedia’s MEG and PowerVu will be deployed at 180 Televisa stations in Mexico
Broadcasting Legend Harry Pappas Dead At 78
By Phil Kurz published
Pappas launched what was once the largest individually owned station group in the country
ATSC 3.0 Datacasting Comes Of Age
By Phil Kurz published
OPINION Important 3.0 developments at the 2024 NAB Show point to near-term revenue from datacasting
NextGen TV Launches In Portland, Maine
By Phil Kurz published
Five local broadcasters are transmitting ATSC 3.0 from WPFO’s stick
Amagi Names Richard Perkett Chief Product Officer
By Phil Kurz published
As Amagi’s new CPO, Richard Perkett will focus on shaping the company’s future products
GlobalM, scoopa Form Strategic Partnership To Enable Speedy Content Distribution
By Phil Kurz published
The new collaboration offers time and cost savings to producers and rights holders
Bolin Technology Integrates NDI Across Product Portfolio
By Phil Kurz published
The company’s PTZ cameras, PTZ controller and decoder now offer NDI support
AWS Expands NAB Show Presence
By Phil Kurz published
Show attendees are taking an up-close look at what the cloud and Gen AI can do at the show
NAB Show to Address Emerging Creator Economy With New Creator Lab
By Phil Kurz published
With a projected $480 billion value by 2027, the creator economy is coming on strong
Tolka, Amlogic Partner On Advanced TV, STB Development With ATSC 3.0 Support
By Phil Kurz published
The mobile receivers and set-top boxes also support Android 14, Google TV and A3SA security
Canon Unveils 4K HDR Portable Zoom Lens for NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
The new CJ27ex7.3B IASE T is compatible with 2/3-inch sensor broadcast cameras
Planar, OptiTrack To Demonstrate Display, Motion-Tracking Tech At NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
Among the many technologies to be shown is the Planar DirectLight Pro Series
Chyron To Show Latest News Graphics Developments at NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
Among the advancements will be updates to Chyron PRIME and CAMIO MOS-driven graphics
ESPN Takes Unique Tech Approach to Bring UFL Fans Closer to the Game
By Phil Kurz published
Whether it’s players’ and coaches’ wireless mics or BOLT6 LIDAR, technology pulls viewers in
Local Television Prepares For Total Solar Eclipse Coverage
By Phil Kurz published
An expected crush of cell traffic may strain wireless networks, but stations are prepared
NBCU Entertainment Chairman, ‘America’s Got Talent’ Host To Address NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
The pair, joined by moderator Cynthia Littleton, will address audience engagement
Triveni Digital to Show Newly Launched 3.0 GuideBuilder XM Guest Station Edition at NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
The station edition gives 3.0 guest stations full control over their NextGen TV channel allotment
Broadcast Positioning System Offers Alternative To GPS And More
By Phil Kurz published
OPINION ATSC 3.0 is crucial to more than just TV or IP
Solid State Logic To Show Newly Unveiled Tempest Control App At NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
The company will also feature the latest hardware additions for its System T audio production platform
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