Ampere: OTT devices driving connected market
Research by Ampere Analysis reveals that online households now own an average of 4.5 different types of connected devices. The research also shows that they’re every bit as attached to…
DISH rolls out new Alexa commands for Hopper
DISH has introduced new Amazon Alexa voice capabilities that give customers the ability to set recordings, launch apps and navigate menus on Hopper family set-top boxes. This update enhances the…
Oman bans Saudi pirate STBs
Oman, which has managed to stay ‘neutral’ in the increasingly bitter dispute between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, has banned the possession and import of the so-called beoutQ decoder boxes. These…
HK Customs raids ISD vendors
As part of Operation Trojan Horse, Hong Kong Customs recently undertook a series of raids against four retail outlets in Sham Shui Po and Wan Chai. Over a two-day period…
Movistar launches 4K STB with no 4K content
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…
Oregan launches SparQ
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…
Netgem SoundBox HD now available
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…
Canal+ to offer Apple TV 4K STB
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…
TiVo exits own STB business
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,…
Sling expands Cloud DVR to more devices
US OTT service Sling is expanding its Cloud DVR to Chrome browser, Chromecast, Xbox One, LG Smart TVs and 2016 and 2017 models of Samsung Smart TVs. In a statement,…