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Generative Wallpaper rolling out on Samsung TVs

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its Generative Wallpaper feature for the 2024 Neo QLED and QLED models, powered by Tizen OS. This new feature leverages AI to create custom 4K images that aim to enhance the TV’s display, offering users a unique way to personalise their viewing experience. “Generative Wallpaper brings a new […]

October 23, 2024

Research: 53% see benefits of product ecosystem

Parks Associates research shows the majority of US households that own or are planning to purchase a connected TV (CTV) device recognise the benefits of staying within a product ecosystem – 53 per cent state it is easier to manage apps and preferences when using devices within the same ecosystem. With one-third of households planning […]

October 18, 2024

Canal+ expands partnership with LG

LG Electronics and Canal+ Group have announced the expansion of their global partnership for the distribution of Canal+ Group Applications on webOS in all Canal+ Group Territories. This partnership covers for the first time more than 40 territories, including a renewal regarding the Canal+ brands in France, Poland, Switzerland, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Myanmar and […]

October 18, 2024

Data: CTV takes 46% share of all ad views in Europe

The FreeWheel Video Marketplace Report (VMR) – based on aggregated data from FreeWheel, an advertising technology platform in Europe – highlights the changing dynamics of how enterprise-class content owners and distributors are monetising premium digital video content. With FreeWheel’s extensive coverage and capabilities in Europe and the US, the data set included in this report […]

October 16, 2024

VIDAA, APMC expand VIDAA Kids powered by Kidoodle.TV

VIDAA, the Smart TV platform, and A Parent Media Co (APMC), owner of the Safe Streaming service, Kidoodle.TV, have announced the expansion of VIDAA Kids, powered by Kidoodle.TV. VIDAA Kids is a child-focused streaming space on the VIDAA platform, designed to offer a safe and engaging environment for young viewers. Now available on more VIDAA Smart […]

October 16, 2024

Philo on LG TVs in US

Philo’s lineup of live and on-demand TV is now available on LG Smart TVs in the US. For $28 per month, Philo offers 70+ channels including AMC, A&E, MTV, VH1, BET and Discovery. With 75,000+ on-demand titles, AMC+ included at no extra cost, and 90+ free channels available to all Philo users (both free and […]

October 16, 2024

Samsung rolls out One UI to smart TVs

Samsung has commenced rolling out its One UI interface, previously only available on its moblie devices, to its smart TVs. Samsung has released a One UI update based on the Tizen 8.0 operating system available to download onto its 2023  smart TVs, whilst new 2024 models will now come with One UI as standard. With […]

October 14, 2024

CTVMA publishes CTV policy guide

Trade body the Connected TV Marketing Association (CTVMA) has published its Global Policy Guide for the connected TV industry, outlining six key pillars critical for industry growth and profitability in an interconnected world. Developed after six months of industry-wide consultation, the guide reflects the mission, purpose and values of the CTVMA constitutional members from Samsung, […]

October 14, 2024By Colin Mann

Italy averages 5 screens per household

The growing number of smart TVs in Italy indicates a growing trend towards digital viewing habits. According to Lorenzo Sassoli de Bianchi, President of Italian TV audience research company Auditel, smart TVs (22.4 million) have furthered the lead over traditional TVs (21.2 million) in Italian households. Additionally, Italy has 48.9 million smartphones, 19.7 million desktop […]

October 11, 2024From Branislav Pekic in Rome

Kartoon Channel’s gaming FAST channel on Samsung TV Plus

Kartoon Studios has launched Kartoon Channel’s videogame FAST channel through Samsung TV Plus in three European territories – the UK Italy, and Spain. In addition, through a joint venture with Power Kids, Kartoon Channel will be offered in India. These new territories will immediately provide Kartoon Channel with a footprint of over 1.5 billion new […]

October 8, 2024