Most broadcast facilities are mid-transition from SDI to IP, running both at once. Here you'll find coverage of SMPTE ST 2110, remote and cloud production, bonded cellular contribution, camera-to-cloud workflows, and the switchers and gear keeping live shows on air.
CBS Sports' graphics team discussed the vision behind The NFL Today's "Virtual Time Machine" segment, which debuted in 2024. The segment utilizes augmented reality (AR) and a motion-controlled crane to recreate historical plays live on set. The team integrated Unreal Engine for rendering and advanced control systems to manage the complex real-time graphics and camera movements.
The article explores how broadcasters are implementing ST 2110 and IP-based workflows for live sports production. It highlights real-world lessons from deployments in mobile and remote production environments.
Boris FX announced Silhouette 2026, a new version of its video effects software that offers faster performance and new AI-assisted features for tasks like matting, roto, and paint. The update includes an automated 3D head mesh and enhanced Cryptomatte integration to streamline post-production pipelines. These improvements aim to simplify complex visual effects work for artists.
PlexusAV will launch its new flagship P-AVN-6-S transceiver at InfoComm 2026, a 25Gb uncompressed IPMX and SMPTE ST 2110 solution with native 12G-SDI I/O. This device is designed to bridge broadcast and ProAV workflows across a single open-standard network, enabling high-performance hybrid SDI/IP deployments. The launch completes PlexusAV's AV-over-IP portfolio, expanding its ecosystem into environments requiring uncompromised quality, precision, and interoperability.
Studio Hamburg Serienwerft, a German production company, has redesigned its audio and video post-production workflow by adopting DaVinci Resolve Studio. This new setup has been applied to "Rote Rosen," one of Germany's daily drama series. The implementation was announced by Blackmagic Design.
ZEISS debuted its new Panoptes 65 series of cinema lenses at Cine Gear Expo LA. Designed for the 65mm format, this comprehensive set consists of ten prime lenses and represents ZEISS's commitment to large-format cinematography.
German production company Podstars by OMR is utilizing 12 Sony FX3 full-frame cameras, G Master II lenses, and Sony's Monitor & Control app to enhance the cinematic production quality of its visual podcasts. This setup allows for production oversight on location, supporting their goal for high-quality visual content.
METEO CONSULT and La Chaîne Météo have chosen Actus Digital for broadcast compliance and archiving solutions. This partnership will see the deployment of Actus Digital's platform to manage broadcast content and ensure regulatory adherence for the weather channels.
Blackmagic Design has released Beta 4 of DaVinci Resolve 21, introducing several enhancements. Key improvements include better Resolve FX handling for still images and improved AI CineFocus quality, alongside general updates across various functions of the software.
Dale Pro Audio's Eric Eldredge discussed the expanding use of wireless communications for pro audio, particularly RF Over Fiber technology. This conversation took place during a company webinar, highlighting the challenges of constrained spectrum. The discussion was topical due to upcoming major sports events like the NBA and NHL finals and the MLB All-Star Game.
This article details Intel's Media Transport Library (MTL), a software data-plane library for ST 2110-compliant media transport on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers, and its integration with FFmpeg and OBS Studio. It explains how MTL addresses the challenges of uncompressed ST 2110 streams by enabling software-based real-time media transport with high throughput and low latency, reducing reliance on dedicated hardware. The article positions MTL as the ST 2110 media packet TX/RX data-plane layer, working alongside applications like FFmpeg and OBS for media processing and NMOS for control.
BMG's VP of System Design & Engineering, Tawfiq Rahman, presented on the evolution of broadcast infrastructure towards software-defined and AI-augmented systems at SMPTE Bits by the Bay. The presentation highlighted the shift from SDI to IP and NMOS as a foundation and identified practical AI use cases in operational workflows. It emphasized the need for facilities to be designed for flexibility and for engineering teams to expand their skill sets to include IT and AI literacy.
MLB's Ryan Zander discusses the technological innovation behind the league's UmpCam AR system. This wearable technology provides fans with views from the batter's box.
NBC Sports' Chad Hudson discussed the development of graphics for the return of NBA on NBC, focusing on production aspects for the live sports broadcast. This initiative marks the return of media rights for the NBA to NBC Sports.
Jamie McCombs of FOX Sports discusses the broadcaster's approach to enhancing the baseball viewing experience through immersive audio. The focus is on capturing and delivering the authentic sounds of the game to create a more engaging atmosphere for televised MLB. This involves showcasing the crack of the bat, the pop of the glove, and crowd reactions.
The article introduces 'Kolor' as a new approach to color correction within Final Cut Pro, contrasting it with other NLEs like Resolve and Premiere. It discusses how color handling has traditionally differed across these major non-linear editing systems. The piece appears to be a preview or announcement of a new tool designed to enhance Final Cut Pro's color capabilities.
An Apple iPhone 17 Pro was used to broadcast a Major League Soccer match, a feat made possible by a $250,000 Fujifilm broadcast-grade zoom lens.
ZEISS has introduced its new Panopte 65 line, a set of ten large-format cinema prime lenses. These lenses range from 25mm to 180mm and feature a T2.2 aperture, designed for large-format cinematography.
Sony has introduced the Bravia Theatre Trio, a new wireless Dolby Atmos system designed to offer a home theater sound experience from separate speakers. The article highlights this system as an alternative to soundbars, specifically mentioning its capability to deliver big sound.
Calibrite has released the Display Plus HL, which is the first colorimeter officially approved for hardware-level display calibration across Apple's Studio Display, Pro Display XDR, and MacBook Pro devices. This product allows for precise color calibration directly at the hardware level for these specific Apple displays. The company states this is a significant step for accurate color workflows involving Apple hardware.
This video provides an in-depth look at QuickLink's Studio Pro line of all-in-one 4K live production switchers, which includes NDI, SDI, and ST2110 models. It highlights features such as low-latency live switching, recording, streaming, graphics via NewBlue Captivate, and remote guest integration with Studio Edge that includes AI eye correction. The detailed overview covers different configurations, input capabilities, and control options for varied professional live streaming and broadcast workflows.
Sejong University has opened Team Studios Sejong, described as Asia's largest AI virtual media studio at a university, featuring a 16m x 8m LED wall, a 11m x 6m LED floor, Mo-Sys tracking, Sony VENICE cameras, and Disguise media servers. SK Telecom donated equipment previously used in its Pangyo virtual studio for this new facility. The studio is integrated with motion capture and supports AI Convergence College initiatives.
Host Broadcast Services (HBS) executives Paul King and Oscar Sanchez discuss their approach to capturing the atmosphere of the FIFA Men's World Cup. They describe how HBS plans to convey the scope of the continent-wide tournament to a global audience.
VITEC has integrated its ruggedized, ultra-low latency video encoding technology into Hyperever's Proteo quadruped robot. This deployment aims to enable mission-critical live video capabilities for the robot.
Technologist Katie Hinsen is working to establish a "post facility of the future" that centers on developing infrastructure to support the freelance market. This initiative leverages her background as an artist, technologist, and facility head. The project aims to innovate within post-production by focusing on the needs of freelance professionals.
Zeiss has unveiled a new line of 10 Panoptes 65 prime lenses, specifically engineered for 65mm-format cinematography. These lenses are designed to offer natural colors, gentle focus fall-off, and silky bokeh, catering to diverse production requirements in modern filmmaking.
Sports Video Group (SVG) has launched its SportsTechLive blog in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026. This initiative aims to cover the sports production technology aspects of the upcoming tournament. The blog will track developments as the industry prepares for the event.
The 18th Annual SVG College Sports Media Awards honored excellence in college sports video production. The ceremony recognized winners from various organizations including athletic departments, conference offices, professional networks, and student ranks. Awards were given across six categories, including Live Game Production.
Matrox Video is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of developing video technology from its headquarters in Montreal, Canada. The company announced plans for a new product launch in June.
Broadcom has announced the world's first integrated 5G and Wi-Fi 8 FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) platform, developed in collaboration with Samsung Electronics. This new platform aims to deliver advanced capabilities for next-generation wireless connectivity.
Grabyo published a definitive guide on vertical video production, targeting broadcasters and rights holders. The guide covers live workflows, various formats, and scalable production methods specific to vertical video.
Zeiss is set to unveil its new Panoptes 65 prime cinema lenses on June 5, 2026, at the Cine Gear Expo in Los Angeles. Attendees will have the opportunity for a hands-on experience with the new product.
Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences has established a virtual production lab by converting a warehouse. The new facility features a 19m INFiLED curved display wall. This lab is intended for creating visual effects.
Rob Chandler, founder of global virtual production network Starting Pixel, has provided an opinion piece discussing the current value proposition of virtual production.
Solid State Logic will showcase its new compact, fly-away TCA Tour audio production system at InfoComm 2026. The company will also present its Live V6.2 software and a new SSL Live Trade-in Program.
Apple TV broadcast an MLS football match using iPhone 17 Pro Max cameras, integrated into a professional broadcast rig, including a Fujinon lens.
Apple is facing criticism regarding its MLS broadcast after using a professional-grade camera setup in conjunction with the iPhone 17 Pro Max during production. This has led to a debate about how much of the broadcast was genuinely 'Shot on iPhone.' The article from Android Headlines specifically notes the criticism directed at Apple for this approach.
ITV Studios has implemented Cuez's live production platform to manage three live shows as a single production from one studio. The platform is designed to streamline live broadcast workflows.
Stage Precision will showcase its evolving SP Grid ecosystem, including Grid Studio 2.1 and new extensions, at InfoComm 2026. The company highlights the ecosystem as a control and data management solution.
Stage Precision will showcase its updated SP Grid ecosystem at InfoComm. The company plans to highlight upgrades and an expanded ecosystem for its core product.
Cobalt Digital will showcase its expanding range of ST 2110 signal processors, converters, and monitors at InfoComm 2026. This US manufacturer plans to display its IPMX ecosystem at the event in Las Vegas from June 17-19.
An IndexBox market analysis forecasts growth in the global SD card market through 2035. This growth is anticipated to be driven by expanding data storage needs, particularly in artificial intelligence, edge computing, and content creation sectors. The report also covers key players and regional market shares.
FOX's technical team, led by Mike Davies, received an Outstanding Technical Team award for their work on the 2025 World Series. The article highlights the importance of flawless technical operations in broadcast sports production.
TV Tech and Radio World have partnered with TVBEurope to release an ebook titled "Eye-Catching Audio," focusing on the increasing popularity of visual podcasts. The guide explores the technology behind visual podcasts, including cameras, microphones, lighting, and visual effects.
FOX's MLB coverage was recognized at the 47th Annual Sports Emmy Awards, winning for Outstanding Live Sports Special: Championship Event and Outstanding Technical Team. The awards specifically highlight the production and technical aspects of FOX MLB: World Series broadcast.
DJI has released the 2026 Edition of its RS 4 Pro Combo, which now includes SDR Transmission functionality. This new version offers wireless 1080p monitoring with a range of up to 3 km. The combo is currently available for purchase at a price of $1338.
ZEISS has announced the new Panoptes 65 line of large-format cinema prime lenses, consisting of ten T2.2 focal lengths from 25mm to 180mm. These primes are designed to cover large-format cameras including the Alexa 265, URSA Cine 17K 65, and GFX ETERNA 55. The lenses will be showcased for the first time at Cine Gear Expo LA on June 5.
ITV Studios, the production arm of the UK's commercial broadcaster, has implemented the Cuez live production platform to manage three of its back-to-back live shows. This deployment unifies live rundown and studio automation from a single platform for their daytime magazine, talk, and lifestyle programs.
Cuez's live production platform is being utilized to unify multiple production roles for ITV's morning programming. The platform aims to streamline the workflow for three consecutive live shows.
FIFA has detailed its production plans for the upcoming North American-based World Cup, two weeks ahead of the tournament. The organization's Oscar Sanchez provided insights into how the event will be covered from start to finish.
