• DLNA 4.0 solves the “media format not supported” problem between PCs, TVs and mobile devices while supporting Ultra HD TV content streaming.
• DLNA 4.0 is the first to enable energy efficiency for connected devices.
• Addition of a new DLNA 4.0 logo will make it easier to find and buy products that offer the most seamless and enjoyable viewing experience possible.

• Contributions ranged from extending Guideline support for new media formats, to expanding opportunities for DLNA to solve challenges in the smart home.
• Seven individuals are recognized, representing member companies that are leaders in the consumer electronics, cable and telecommunications industry segments.
• Peer-nominated winners distinguished themselves through extensive committee work and invaluable industry leadership.

• TV and mobile device manufacturers, as well as embedded browser vendors, can now test for HTML5 compliance using an embedded-specific test suite based on the W3C Test Suite.
• DLNA’s Test Suite solves issues that previously made it difficult or impossible to ensure TV and mobile devices conform to HTML5 and DLNA’s HTML5 Guidelines.

• DLNA mandates use of low-power modes across growing number of networked devices, enabling applications to turn off and wake up interfaces as needed.
• Low-power requirement is part of Guidelines for subscription TV streaming, and devices used for personal content sharing in the home. 
• Initiative will harness power of the network to cut energy consumption by TVs, set-top boxes, PCs, gaming consoles, routers and other connected home devices.

A New Way to Certify – DLNA Unveils a New Certification Program, Service Providers Launch VidiPath Services in Consumer Homes

•  DLNA has created a tiered Certification Program giving CE companies more options for certifying.
• DLNA 2.0 and 3.0 Certification is open today; plans for DLNA 4.0 Certification are being developed.
• Latest Guidelines improve interoperability by eliminating differences between media formats for mobile devices, PCs, TVs and set top boxes. Guidelines now support compression technology for Ultra-HD TV content while improving energy efficiency for Certified products.

DLNA and ABI Research will be hosting a webinar to share the findings of a study on the expected role of the DLNA VidiPath program on the subscription TV marketplace. 

DLNA Members AwoX, Broadcom, CableLabs, Comcast, JetHead and Samsung Each Have VidiPath Demonstrations, Including First Production Service Delivery to TV, Other Devices

Individuals Are Applauded for Their Role in the VidiPath Guidelines Launch and other Contributions To Enhancing the Connected Home Experience