Japan will start in June tests broadcasting of satellite television or 4K Ultra High Definition ( UHD ) , with the prospect of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

These first tests will start on June 2 . The channel will use the satellite to distribute its signal at 4K.

Viewers will not need to prune any subscription to access content in 4K channel since you can do for free .

Television signals have a specific resolution of 3840 × 2160 4K 60P HEVC .

The launch of this channel 4K in Japan will be the second attempt in the world of what a standard broadcast . The first attempt was the 4K 4K channel Eutelsat , first as a channel demonstration in January 2013 .
4K TV for less than 500 euros

Moreover, the Chinese company Xiaomi has developed a 4K TV screen diagonal of 124 cm ( 49 inches ) for less than 500 euros.

Specifically, the My TV 2 Xiaomi will be marketed at a price of 470 euros output ( 3,999 yuan ) .