Sony today announced they’d shipped their 1 millionth Grand WEGA micro-display HDTV from its Pittsburgh production facility. They’ve been primarily manufacturing this line there since 2002.
Sony, through data produced by research firm NPD, said that Grand WEGA televisions have held the top market share in the overall micro-display television category since their inception, averaging approximately 40 percent weekly share and a 50 percent category market share during the latest holiday season.
Sony Grand WEGA televisions are characterized by such features as 3LCD technology and native 720p resolution. Sony also uses a technology called the WEGA engine to minimize the digital analog conversion process, which they say contributes to an exceptional picture quality and the overall popularity of the sets.
“This milestone is indeed a time for celebration as Grand WEGA has been a spectacular product for Sony and the TV industry in general,” said Randy Waynick, senior vice president of the Home Products Division for Sony Electronics. “With the millionth set rolling off the line, we take great pride in the innovation and dedication of all those who made this such a dominant product. We look forward to the next million Grand WEGA TVs and our continued industry leadership.”