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CommScope launches Coexistence portfolio

CommScope has announced the launch of its Coexistence portfolio, designed for global service providers upgrading their existing PON networks to increase data speeds and deliver additional services without having to replace or add fiber to their existing PON infrastructure. “Our new CEx portfolio is a revolutionary solution for our GPON customers to looking achieve higher […]

August 31, 2021

CommScope STBs for Orange Slovensko

CommScope, a global player in home network solutions, has partnered with Orange Slovensko to provide their subscribers with the latest generation of set tops powered by Android TV operating system (OS) designed to provide both live television and premium streaming services. The new set top is the next generation of IP connected 4K digital video […]

August 25, 2021

Report: STB initiative saves $2bn+ in energy costs

US consumers saved $2.2 billion (€1.9bn) in energy costs in 2020 thanks to a voluntary agreement between the pay-TV industry and energy efficiency advocates. The agreement, led by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and CableLabs has cut energy usage of set-top boxes by more than half in the […]

August 24, 2021

CommScope announces technology leadership transition

CommScope Holding Company, a global player in network connectivity, today announced that Morgan Kurk is stepping down as chief technology officer and segment leader of Broadband Networks, effective immediately. Tom Cloonan, PhD, currently chief technology officer of the Broadband Networks segment, has been appointed chief technology officer on an interim basis as the Company evaluates […]

July 20, 2021

CommScope launches HELIAX to help operators speed 5G networks

As governments around the world invest in critical national infrastructure to modernise manufacturing, transportation, and healthcare, they are seeking ways to speed 5G network upgrades. CommScope is addressing this need by launching HELIAX SkyBlox which helps network operators put reliable mobile networks in place at a vigorous pace. Weighing at 1 kilogram, HELIAX SkyBlox helps […]

June 24, 2021

View TV selects CommScope ad tech

CTV solution provider View TV Group has selected the CommScope manifest manipulation software to strengthen its broadcast content delivery networks (CDN) solution, which facilitates the transition of traditional channels to digital platforms with fully proven monetisation. View TV Group’s ‘Broadcast CDN’ enables digital and traditional broadcast customers to monetise their global live and on demand […]

June 21, 2021

FTTH Council sets out priorities; elects Board Members

During its virtual General Assembly, the FTTH Council Europe adopted its work programme and elected new Board members and Work Groups & Committee Chairs. Whilst fibre deployments and uptake are taking place at an increasingly faster pace in Europe, the EU is making significant progress in meeting its connectivity targets. The entire telecoms and digital […]

June 7, 2021

CommScope debuts NOVUX portfolio

CommScope has announced the launch of its NOVUX portfolio of outside plant terminals and closures, designed specifically to assist global service providers in the quick and efficient deployment of fiber networks. NOVUX is the only FTTH platform with an inherently modular, end-to-end architecture that allows operators to scale and shape their networks as they evolve. […]

June 7, 2021

Consult Red appoints Donachie as CCO

The technical professional services specialist, Consult Red, has recruited Steve Donachie as it embarks on a new chapter of growth as an employee-owned company. Consult Red works with the world’s leading media operators, including Liberty Global (Virgin, UPC), Comcast (Sky) and AT&T (Directv), and in the last 12 months, it has grown its team in […]

June 4, 2021

CommScope deploys video ad solutions across a4’s video footprint

CommScope has announced that a4, the advanced advertising arm of Altice USA, has deployed its Video Advertising Solutions to deliver geographic and addressable advertising across a4’s video footprint, including both QAM-based and IP video services. “We selected CommScope Advertising Solutions to improve the quality and effectiveness of our customers’ ad experiences on our existing set-top […]

May 13, 2021