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Report: 2.5M North American Homes Want Web TV, Blu-ray At Right Price

This market could translate into $250 million in additional revenues for the consumer electronics industry, according to research firm Parks Associates.

“Access to additional content is the key demand driver,” said John Barrett, director of research, Parks Associates. “Most people can get popular video titles through their pay-TV providers, but if they want to watch niche or personal content on their TV, they have to burn or buy DVDs. With a connected TV, they suddenly have lots more options.”

From the article, "Report: 2.5M North American Homes Want Web TV, Blu-ray At Right Price" by Erik Gruenwedel

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