ABC has announced that it plans to begin streaming TV shows in high definition
from its web site, ABC.com, for free. The television network will begin a beta
test for the new HD service in July with select shows, such as Lost,
Desperate Housewives, Grey’s Anatomy, and Ugly Betty.
ABC plans to offer even more shows as part of the online HD lineup in September
when the new TV season starts.

“This is all about innovating and creating ‘what’s next’ to give consumers
with best experience as they watch our content, regardless of viewing platform,”
executive VP of the Disney-ABC Television Group Albert Cheng said in a statement.
“With the advancements in display devices and the prevalence of hardware
with the processing capabilities to handle this technology, offering true
HD content online is a natural.”

via Ars Technica