Philips Introduce wireless HDMI

Philips has introduced ground-breaking technology with the launch of its SWW1800 wireless HDMI cable.

Philips claim that the new technology is the first device capable of transferring an uncompressed HD signal over the air which will also be free from interference from other devices.

In technical terms, the SWW1800 sends uncompressed 720p/1080i/1080p signals via the UWB (Ultra-Wideband) standard to the receiving device in the six to eight metre range.

"HDMI is an established cornerstone for the HDTV industry, and Philips is extremely pleased to see such significant advancements for picture and sound quality,” said Glen McIlmail, CEO of Philips Accessories, North America. “Wireless HDMI presents an entire new category. For consumers who want the most advanced technology with the simplest connectivity, this is the only way to go.”

Consumers will no doubt jump at the opportunity to clear up the untidy aesthetics that accompany multiple devices in close proximity, not to mention the irritation of hovering around a clump of spaghetti.

The SWW1800 retails in the US for $299 and expect it in the UK later in the year.

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