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
![NBC News projections for Iowa](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6E89VSYuqoXf75tv5ihBWm-320-75.jpg)
Key CNBC Redesign Tech To Pay Dividends Across Entire News Group
By Phil Kurz published
The home-grown control tech behind the look also will revamp election control and beyond
![Sphere's Big Sky camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e52ZNXxgXKpruLndQRp6o9-320-75.jpg)
Big Sky Camera System Relies On 18K STMicroelectronics Sensor For The Sphere Experience
By Phil Kurz published
The 316-megapixel sensor delivers the image detail and fidelity needed for the Sphere’s massive display
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Phil Kurz Looks Ahead to 2024
By Phil Kurz published
OPINION My predictions for the media business in the coming year
![ARRI TRINITY Live](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W3L7voWXimRV6NN9m3BvvG-320-75.jpg)
ARRI Unveils TRINITY Live Upgrade For Body-Mounted Camera Stabilization
By Phil Kurz published
The upgrade optimizes setups for live production and improves functions of an ARRI Multicam System
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Amagi, TAG Video Systems Partner on FAST, Broadcast Monitoring
By Phil Kurz published
Amagi, TAG Video Systems Partner on FAST, Broadcast Monitoring
![Ryan Moore](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hjTK6Ats9xBVaQHoFL4EkS-320-75.jpg)
Sinclair Promotes Ryan Moore To SVP, CRO
By Phil Kurz published
He will be responsible for sales and revenue growth strategies
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CES2024: Advanced HDR by Technicolor To Show Advancements in Vegas
By Phil Kurz published
The HDR-SDR technology will be shown at the ATSC and Hisense booths
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New SBE Diamond Project Offers Recertification Without Exam
By Phil Kurz published
The yearlong program is for those who have allowed their certification to expire
![image of remote and a wall of video](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CC4we8pRYdxgZUHGxqZMV6-320-75.jpg)
tvScientific Unveils CTV Ad Training Course, Community
By Phil Kurz published
Performance TV Academy courses will offer courses on CTV ad strategies and tactics
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Witbe’s 2024 Predictions: More Streaming Ads, AI Innovation In 2024
By Phil Kurz published
“In 2024, we expect that new AI innovations will transform the video delivery process even further,” said Witbe’s CEO
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Perifery’s 2024 Predictions: Edge-Based Solutions and Object Storage
By Phil Kurz published
AI has emerged as a transformative catalyst, reshaping content management and utilization says Perifery’s Jonathan Morgan
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NPAW’s 2024 Predictions: Role Of AI In Video Streaming To Climb Next Year
By Phil Kurz published
AI growth is only one of several key trends to watch in 2024, say NPAW executives
![A Man with an AI Camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RhCDwwqqDiHKKPoMKonGP7-320-75.jpg)
‘Man With AI Movie Camera’ Leverages AI To Pay Homage To 1929 Classic
By Phil Kurz published
A series of 480 iterations, ‘Man With AI’ honors today’s unfolding AI era
![ATSC 3.0](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UZxKaAZbz9tmrF6qccmBrf-320-75.png)
PBS North Carolina, Partners Sing Praises of ATSC 3.0 As Cellular Network Complement For WEA
By Phil Kurz published
In an FCC filing, the group laid out how NextGen TV-delivered data can add WEA distribution resiliency
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Nevion Releases Latest Edition Of VideoIPath Orchestration Platform
By Phil Kurz published
The 2023 long-term support version offers a new GUI and supports workflow flexibility
![SBE Ennis Workshop logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6CE6vT5tAhthXmW5ioEahU-320-75.png)
SBE To Conduct Two-Track Ennes Workshop During 2024 NAB Show
By Phil Kurz published
The two-day workshop will offer one track each covering RF fundamentals and media over IP essentials
![Insys Video technologies](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vdp68pRpXSzK8eZ2oNivXM-320-75.png)
Insys VT Joins AWS Independent Software Vendor Program
By Phil Kurz published
The ISV Accelerate Program connects members with the AWS sales organization
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Sony Releases New Firmware For Airpeak S1 Drone
By Phil Kurz published
Free update expands list of supported cameras and adds automatic return home
![Emergency Alert Hawaii](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nEBhrJKkCVqM4EFBNBcceH-320-75.jpg)
ONE Media: NextGen Broadcasting Can Fill Gaps in Wireless Networks During Emergencies
By Phil Kurz published
FCC filing laid out the benefits of NextGen Broadcast-based Advanced Emergency Information (AEI) capabilities
![Broadpeak](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/v5YhZUUzV27wVmMnf5xqDo-320-75.png)
Broadpeak To Highlight Streaming For Sports, Monetization, Sustainability At CES 2024
By Phil Kurz published
The company also will show its solution for accelerating FAST channel deployment
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DJI Unveils Ronin 4D-8K
By Phil Kurz published
Ronin 4D-8K is an all-in-one 8K cinema camera that integrates DJI’s 4-axis stabilization