Podcast #1109: Are We at Peak TV?

This week we ask if we are at "Peak TV". We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news.

News:

• Netflix gets rid of cheapest basic ad-free option in the U.S., U.K.
• Spotify raises the price of its Premium plans

Other:

• DoItForMe Solutions
• Samsung's The Wall Completes Luxurious Home Theater - Phil Truby

Are We at Peak TV?

Listener Stan from Pittsburg sent the following email that we wanted to discuss in some detail.

This article has me wondering whether the days of significantly improving TV technology will end in the near future. Why spend money on technology upgrades or picture quality when there is more money to made by turning cheap televisions into advertising platforms.  For videophiles, maybe there will only be one or two brands with fewer high picture quality models to choose from with much higher prices. I hope I am wrong. 

What do the HT Guys think?

LG is transforming its TV business – expect more ads & services - FlatpanelsHD

Thanks for the great podcast.

Stan Liang

Pittsburgh Pa