55% of TVs to Be Internet-Connected by 2013

By 2013, 55% of all TV models shipped by manufacturers will have a built-in web connection, says Steve Koenig, director of the Consumer Electronics Association.

The internet-connected TVs will not require separate boxes, software or setup (via Bloomberg). “We’re going to see a general movement toward having all of your content that is available through the internet,” adds Steve Perlman, founder of WebTV.

Today, just 18% of TVs shipped from manufacturers have built-in web connections. Read more.