Archive for the ‘Graphics’ Category

WTLV-TV and WJXX-TV debut new HD studio and graphics

WTLV-TV and WJXX-TV, Jacksonville’s second duopoly, debuted a new HD set and updated Gannett HD graphics package Monday. WAWS-TV and WTEV-TV debuted in HD the previous week.

The set was designed by FX Group and is a “different look from its past work” according to the company. The set features a stand up pod which is used for some of the newscasts along with newsroom backed desk.

Thanks to Metro Jacksonville for the video captures.

WAWS-TV and WTEV-TV upgrade to HD

Sweeps is upon us and so are station changes.

WAWS-TV and WTEV-TV, the Jacksonville CBS and FOX duopoly, debuted an updated HD graphics package last night. WTLX-TV and WJXX-TV are expected to go HD today with a new set and graphics package.

View more graphic grabs on the WAWS-TV graphics page. Thanks to FLNewsCenter.com for the tip.

WFOR-TV added to SetStudio and Graphics section

We’ve added captures from WFOR-TV to SetStudio and the Graphics section of NewscastStudio.

WFOR-TV debuts HD home

WFOR-TV, the Miami CBS O&O, debuted a refreshed HD set and graphics package on Sunday.

Along with the new graphics, WFOR-TV dumped its previous logo of ten years for a new bluer logo. Continue reading for more pictures.

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ESPN buys technology company Vistas Unlimited

Broadcasting & Cable is reporting that ESPN has reached a deal to acquire Vistas Unlimited, a Texas-based development firm.

Vistas Unlimited has created “virtual insertion technology” to add ads or graphic elements to live sports coverage.

“This acquisition represents ESPN’s dedication to staying at the forefront of innovation and technology development,” said ESPN EVP of technology Chuck Pagano in a statement. “The team that is joining ESPN brings a wealth of knowledge on developing cutting-edge virtual components that enhance the fan’s enjoyment of a game telecast.”

Vistas Unlimited won a Sports Emmy in 2008 for its AimPoint system, which the Golf Channel uses to analyze putting by showing a blue line of the ball’s “optimal” path compared to the actual path it took.

For more about Vistas Unlimited, including video demonstrations of its products, visit its Web site.

MSNBC includes deceased auto tycoon in poll data

TVNewser reports that MSNBC displayed an on-air graphic yesterday that incorrectly listed one of the candidates as “Henry Ford.” Henry Ford died in 1947 and was founder of Ford Motor Company.

The graphic should have read “Harold Ford Jr.” who, as TVNewser points out, once served as an MSNBC contributor.

MSNBC debuts dayside changes

MSNBC debuted its dayside changes today with the premiere of ‘The Daily Rundown’ and ‘The Dylan Ratigan Show.’

The debut brought some major changes to how MSNBC displays information to viewers. Continue reading for more caps.

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‘World News Now’ turns 18

ABC News’s ‘World News Now’ turned 18 on Wednesday, January 6.

As they say, now it’s an adult. Continue reading for a look back at some of the opens used through the years and of course the polka! (more…)

‘Nightly Business Report’ debuts new look and virtual set

Broadcasting on PBS since 1979, “Nightly Business Report” debuted a new host, new modern look and virtual studio for the new year.

The new look, using yellows and blues with high tech flying parts is a vast change from the previous package. The new show has a sleek look that is very different for a PBS show. (more…)

‘ABC World News with Diane Sawyer’ debuts with new look

‘World News with Diane Sawyer’ debuted with a new look and overall feel Monday.

The new graphics, using blue hues and ditching the previous floating cubes, were the first major change in graphics in five years for ABC World News. Continue reading for our complete review and many screenshots of the changes. (more…)

Central Florida News 13 debuts new graphics

Central Florida News 13, the 24 hour cable news network owned by Brighthouse Cable, has debuted new graphics, replacing its former dated look.

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PBS Newshour added to NewscastStudio

We’ve added caps of the new PBS Newshour graphics and updated set to NewscastStudio. View the graphics here and the SetStudio page here.