In a issued today, Pioneer reiterated their intention to drop in-house production of plasma panels, but also committed themselves to Blu-ray and audio/video products linked with displays.
Pioneer said that they wanted to develop next-generation wall-mounted TVs incorporating wireless connections, as well as adding value by adding video and audio analysis technologies cultivated through extensive research into high picture and sound quality.
Internal product development will focus on Blu-ray players, and combining other products with Blu-ray players and recorders.
Pioneer will also continue to push its speaker business.
The press release also spoke of progress in the alliance between Pioneer and Sharp. Pioneer is taking part in Sharp's development of acoustic systems for ultra-thin, flat-panel TVs. By leveraging its acoustic technologies built up over many years, Pioneer aims to develop acoustic systems employing ultra-thin speakers that still achieve outstanding sound quality for supply to Sharp.
Pioneer is due to ship new LCD TVs, created by Sharp, in Europe by the autumn.
The two companies have also agreed to join forces to expand their respective Blu-ray Disc-related product businesses, including joint development of pickups and drives for Blu-ray Disc players/recorders.
