Telefónica’s pay-TV operator Movistar Plus has officially launched a 4K device, but without any 4K content available on the platform. After six months of trials, Movistar Plus is now distributing the box at a time when the La Liga season has just concluded, (two matches per week were available in 4K). There is likely to […]
Oregan Networks, a supplier of digital TV software and services for over 20 years, unveils SparQ: the latest version of its advanced STB client middleware solution which captures the trend towards open source distributed development and cloud-based content delivery platforms. Leaning on its unique expertise and experience in optimising middleware code for the most challenging […]
TV and entertainment innovation specialist Netgem has launched its first all-in-one Smart soundbar + TV box in the UK. SoundBox HD is now available direct to consumers under the Netgem brand via Amazon.co.uk and will be bundled by Service Providers starting from June. Following its unveiling in February 2017, Netgem SoundBox has had a positive […]
The Canal + Group is now offering Apple TV 4K as a set-top box alternative to its subscribers in France. Customers can choose Apple TV 4K as a set-top box and access their programmes, including an ever-expanding choice of 4K and HDR content, the App Store, Apple Music, Siri, and more. The broadcaster says that […]
TiVo says it is exiting its own manufacturing, sales and distribution of set-top boxes to a yet-undisclosed third party. CEO Enrique Rodriguez, talking to analysts on its Q1 earnings call, said that consumers would continue to see TiVo-branded boxes in the retail sector, and specifically mentioned outlets such as Best Buy and Amazon. “Once we […]
WIND Hellas has announced the launch of its new multi-screen pay-TV service in Greece. The solution is built and operated by Zappware as a turnkey service. “Our end-users will now be able to enjoy a unique TV experience. A smooth integration of all available content in a state-of-the-art video solution is now available on all […]
Sky Deutschland will launch the advanced Sky Q service next month. Sky Q will be available to all its pay-TV subscribers in Germany and Austria, with Sky+ Pro subscribers receiving the upgrade at no extra cost. Sky Q will also be offered automatically to all new Sky customers. Unlike in the UK and Italy, where […]
3 Screen Solutions (3SS), a provider of customised software solutions and services for multiscreen digital entertainment, has announced that Sweden’s largest cable operator Com Hem has selected the 3READY Android TV Client with custom launcher to power its new Android TV UHD-4K Hybrid STB, the Com Hem TV Hub. Now live, Com Hem TV Hub […]
Swedish multiplay operator Com Hem is launching its Android tv-based platform Tv Hub, for its customers as well as those of pay-DTT service Boxer. The Tv Hub combines linear tv with play services in HDR and 4K quality. Users can navigate between their linear TV channels and their play services and also customise the Tv […]
Pay-TV operators worldwide are continuing to invest in advanced STBs, according to research firm Dataxis. As part of its permanent Advanced STB tracker, Dataxis analysed the details of more than 240 deals made by operators worldwide in the last three years. In terms of figures, APAC and Europe are by far the leaders compared to […]