Today's High-Def Headlines

Sharp Ships SB Series LCD TVs - TWICE

Sharp said Tuesday it has expanded its SB series entry line of high-definition LCD TVs. Models in the series include the 52-inch LC-52SB55U ($2,299 suggested retail) and the 46-inch LC-46SB54U ($1,699), both of which are shipping now, and the 42-inch LC-42SB45U ($1,399), which ships in September. All are Full HD 1080p capable and feature glossy piano-black bezel cosmetic styling.

NBCU Turns to VOD for Olympic Coverage - MediaPost

NBC Universal said it has reached agreements with a run of cable operators to offer video-on-demand coverage of the Olympics, including replays of events. After the Games launch Friday, VOD offerings--which are updated daily--will include some five to 10 of the top events in a particular day, as well as highlights from some 15 sports.

Versus Adds to College Football Lineup - TV Week

Versus sports network is expanding its schedule of televised college football games, increasing its coverage to 23 games from the Mountain West Conference, Pac-10, Big 12 and Ivy League this year. Last year the network broadcast 19 matchups, including two major collegiate upsets (Stanford over No. 2 USC and Oregon State over No. 2 Cal). That was an increase from nine games in 2006, when the network first began carrying college football.