Universal Electronics, a global player in universal control and sensing technologies for the smart home, is introducing a remote control for Apple TV specifically developed and designed to meet the needs of cable, satellite, IPTV and other Multichannel Video Programme Distributors (MVPDs). Available early next year, this new remote offers controls to specifically enhance the […]
Sony has started a patent action against TiVo. Sony, as well as a couple of its subsidiary companies, have commenced an action against TiVo (and its related businesses Rovi Guides and TiVo Solutions) before a California federal judge, arguing that its PlayStation consoles and similar products do not infringe patents controlled by TiVo. In essence, […]
Channel 4 has added a Celebrity Watchlists page, allowing users to see famous names share their recommendations of what they’re watching on the All 4 streaming service. In a press statement, Channel 4 explained: “As these uncertain times continue, we are once again spending more time at home, and with so much viewing choice, many […]
UK multiplay operator Virgin Media has launched a new TV platform, Virgin TV 360, which it says offers a 360, seamless connected entertainment experience. The advanced TV line-up includes a new Mini box, new TV remote with voice control and smart new features which offer a fully-integrated, voice-activated and personalised service. According to Virgin, the […]
Media and entertainment technologist TiVo, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xperi, has unveiled Deep Discovery, a new API based metadata solution. Finnish multiplay operator Elisa has signed a multiyear extension and expansion of its agreement with TiVo which will include deploying Deep Discovery to help the customers of its video service, Elisa Viihde, find more programming […]
Eutelsat Communications has successfully launched Sat.tv, its enhanced Electronic Programme Guide for FTA channels. The service is already operating at the 7/8° West position, serving over 56 million Arabic-speaking homes across the Middle East and North Africa and is being progressively deployed at other Eutelsat video neighbourhoods. Sat.tv runs on low-cost set-top boxes and is […]
Freeview has started the roll-out of its Accessible TV Guide, available on Channel 555 through Freeview Play devices. Freeview says this is the first time that a dedicated solution to make television easily accessible to people with visual or hearing impairments has been made available on a UK TV platform. Freeview’s Accessible TV Guide will […]
Humax, a provider of video and broadband customer premises equipment (CPE), has announced the introduction of a new Voice Assistant set-top box and Wi-Fi 6E gateway at the virtual RDK Euro Summit 2020. Humax is currently developing a range of products built on RDK and has now unveiled its Voice Assistant set-top box, which includes […]
TiVo has announced that Foxtel, the Australia pay-TV platform, has chosen TiVo to deliver its voice search innovation for subscribers in Australia. TiVo is providing Foxtel with a natural language, voice-based search solution, making it easier for Foxtel customers to find the content they are looking for. The solution also includes robust machine-learning powered insights […]
ironSource Aura, an engagement platform for mobile carriers and OEMs, has announced a partnership with Orange France, who will be utilising the ironSource Aura solution on its Android B2C handsets across France. Through the integration, Aura provides Orange France with the capability to optimise the device experience and provide valuable content, apps and services to […]