The Future Of Television
Start writing a post
Entertainment

The Future Of Television

The future of TV could very well be up in the air. Is it going on a positive or negative direction?

515
The Future Of Television
Fastcompany

The future of television is heading in a very different direction then it currently is in.With interactive TV on the rise, improved technology, time and setting that people watch TV, advertising on TV, and the continued fragmentation of TV, there are many things that are slowly transitioning.In the near future, TV will be a totally different experience than it is now.

The feeling in many homes is that there is not enough quality, choice, or customization in television. As the internet advances however, these trends will begin to change. With voice commands, rating systems, social networks, and micropayments, the possibilities are endless when it comes to customization. When a viewer wants to watch a certain premium program, a phone call was usually necessary to order it. With the new times, a viewer can simply click one button on a remote to have the program charged to the bill. The future of TV can take this more in-depth, such as showing us what our friends have bought in the past few days. A live ratings system could be implemented, meaning that to the right of a TV screen, live ratings are shown so viewers can see what interests a person the most about a particular program or political debate. As the ideas get bigger, the system gets smaller.

That idea comes to the eye of every American that owns a TV. The screens are getting bigger, and the size of the TV is getting smaller. The “box” TV’s are nearly-extinct, and the flat screens that used to be rare are now found in nearly every household. These TV’s make them more mobile, and easier for people to carry. This could really boost the sales of TV’s alone, because having a ton of new features and keeping up with technology all while not having to worry about where to put it and how to put it there is a plus.

When looking at the most popular time to watch TV, this could change the future. As it stands today, 8 PM – 11 PM is the ultimate time to watch TV, and that is when most of the hit shows air. Could that change in the future? It looks like TV will always be popular at this time, because it is darker and colder at this time. The 3 hour space leaves slim room for advertisers who want the viewers to see their products. In turn this will affect the way that people see the quantity of shows. When a show has many advertisers looking for that 30 second space, the show itself will be shortened so the show can make more money and fit in more advertisers. However, even though the show is making more money, it is losing time and quality, which will decrease the viewership. It will be very hard for a show to balance these two out.

Many people feel that TV is slowly dying, and the future of TV is not looking bright. This could very well be a false assumption however. TV being live on the Web or Phone is not necessarily a positive thing for all viewers. Many people do not have internet at home, or a data plan to stream on a phone. It can even be cheaper to watch programs on a TV due to the bigger variety of shows available. Could the TV and computer be combines into one big super device? It will probably not happen. There is just too much that go into each, it would be very expensive to make meaning it would be even more expensive to buy. TV will continue to grow in the future.

Fragmentation of online TV allows piracy to keep its biggest advantage. Netflix is always coming out with exclusive content, which will force other providers such as HBO to eventually offer an online only subscription. All these exclusive deals are serving to fragment a market that doesn't yet have clearly defined rules for delivery. Exclusivity is a great thing for creators to sell, and a great thing for businesses to leverage, but in this transitional phase for distribution models, it's harming everyone involved by making sure piracy retains its biggest advantage: comprehensive access. Convenience, selection, and availability all give online TV an advantage. The future of TV could very well be unpredictable.

The future of TV is a topic that is debated between people. Is it slowly declining, or slowly beginning to increase. Interactive TV, improved technology, when people watch TV, media convergences, and fragmentation all give good reasons for each side. They also each give bad reasons for each side. The future of TV is in loom, and the only way we can really find out, is to sit and watch.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

45286
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

28632
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

953190
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

160094
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments