Qualcomm developing DVB-H chips to compete with self

First LG and Samsung hedged their digital TV bets by producing handsets for not only DMB but also for MediaFlo and DVB-H reception. Now Qualcomm, patent holders for MediaFlo, have announced that they are developing chips based on the DVB-H standard putting them in direct competition with the likes of Philips and uh, themselves, among others. It’s no secret that FLO is going to have a tough time making a go in standards loving Europe where DVB-H was developed, even if it is a superior technology. But hell, a global trend supporting DTV takeup is going to help everyone in the long run by driving usage across all three “standards” -- right? Now, let's see if naughty little Qualcomm continues the promiscuity by developing DMB chips as well.

[Via MocoNews]