Industry leaders from LG Electronics, Microsoft, Qualcomm, Samsung, Shazam, Verizon, and more will lead interactive discussions on the connected home, followed by Lowe’s networking reception
International research firm Parks Associates invites media to attend the 7th annual CONNECTIONS™ Summit at CES,10 A.M.-5:15 P.M. on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, in Las Vegas, followed by a reception sponsored by Lowe’s at 6 p.m.
CONNECTIONS™ Summit features five interactive panel sessions focused on new roles for service providers and new monetization strategies for connected devices and smart TVs, digital content for multiple platforms, and value-added services. Parks Associates research shows:
- By 2016, 814 million households worldwide will have Internet service, and over 94% will have broadband.
- 20% of U.S. broadband households own at least three of the four app-based devices, including a smartphone, tablet, smart TV, and game console.
- Video viewing on tablets is already six hours per week, and tablet penetration will reach 66% of U.S. broadband households in 2013.
WHAT: CONNECTIONS™ Summit at CES
WHEN: Tuesday, January 8, 2013
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Time |
Session Title |
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10:00 A.M. |
Smart TVs and the Future of Entertainment |
LG Electronics, Samsung, Sharp, Verizon, Yahoo! |
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11:30 A.M. |
Second-Screen Experiences & Revenue Opportunities |
Audible Magic, LG Electronics, Rovi Corporation, Shazam, USA Network |
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1:00 P.M. |
Convergence in the Connected Home: Partnership Opportunities |
EcoFactor, Hitachi Communication Technologies Americas, IBM, Lowe's Companies, Inc., Qualcomm Inc., Verizon |
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2:30 P.M. |
New Opportunities in Tech Support Services |
Affinegy, iYogi, PlumChoice, Inc., Radialpoint, Support.com, Sutherland Global Services |
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4:00 P.M. |
Multiscreen Services: Where Connected CE meets OTT |
Irdeto, Microsoft Corporation, Orange, Samsung |
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6:00 P.M. |
Networking Reception |
WHERE: Rooms S204-S205, Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, Second Floor
REGISTRATION: CONNECTIONS™ Summit is open to qualified press registered with 2013 International CES.
INTERVIEWS: To request an interview or additional information, contact Holly Spragueat hsprague@gmail.com or +1.720.987.6614.
Visit Parks Associates at Booth #21944 in LVCC, South Hall1, Lower Level.
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