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CBS buys Clicker, gains digital exec

CBS has acquired Clicker Media, a service that creates a guide for TV shows broadcast over the Web, and named the its top executive as the new head of CBS Interactive. Jim Lanzone will succeed Neil Ashe in running CBS Interactive, the digital division that includes CNET.com, TV.com, CBS.com, CBSSports.com, CBSNews.com and Gamespot.com. CBS did […]

March 7, 2011

Convert HDMI to 3G SDI with TV One’s NEW 1T-FC-766

TV One’s newest format converter, the 1T-FC-766, converts HDMI to 3G SDI and allows HDMI signals to be displayed on an SDI monitor. The 1T-FC-766 features high Bitrate processing ensuring fast signal transmission without signal loss and also allows great flexibility in monitor selection since extremely high quality displays can be accomplished on a high […]

March 4, 2011

Consumers not ready for ‘cloud locker’

The industry is rapidly moving content solutions to the cloud, but consumer interest is not keeping pace, as less than 30 per cent of US broadband households find the digital locker an attractive alternative for music or video, according to Parks Associates. “In terms of rich media, consumers want everything, everywhere, and companies are actively […]

March 2, 2011

Rovi TotalGuide xD

Rovi Corporation is launching TotalGuide xD, a customisable advanced media guide. The guide, which is designed as white label product that MSOs can customize with their own brands and look, offers a common interface for accessing content on multiple devices and greatly expanded search functions, allowing users to more easily find and access a wider […]

March 2, 2011

Mirics chipset supports TV for tablets

Mirics has announced a chipset that supports all terrestrial and cable TV standards deployed globally, making it possible for tablet, notebook and desktop computers to receive content wherever there is a broadcast signal. The FlexiTV MSi3113 – which is Mirics’ second-generation chipset – surpasses the size and power consumption benchmarks set by its predecessor, at […]

March 2, 2011

NDS powers hybrid VOD service at Kabel BW

NDS has announced the provision of an end-to-end suite of technologies to cable operator Kabel BW, enabling the launch of the operator’s VOD service. Kabel BW’s new DVB-C-based VOD system is based on NDS’ MediaHighway STB software and VOD technology. The launch of the new service in December provided Kabel BW subscribers with instant access […]

March 1, 2011

Accedo selected for LG social TV

Accedo Broadband, provider of Connected TV applications, has confirmed that LG Electronics has selected Accedo to develop Facebook and Twitter applications for LG Smart TVs. “We are happy to be working with LG to develop and launch Facebook and Twitter for LG Smart TV.” commented Michael Lantz, CEO, Accedo Broadband. “Bringing two of the world’s […]

March 1, 2011

Verismo triple play media gateway

Verismo Networks has announced a Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway targeted at Service Providers (Telcos, ISPs, MSOs) who wish to expand their reach by offering Triple Play services including Internet videos in a single device to subscribers. The Gateway provides seamless integration of broadcast channels, VOD, OTT media services, VOIP, and a broadband router. The […]

March 1, 2011

Turnkey content for US cable

Evolution Digital, supplier of digital solutions for bandwidth reclamation and STBs, has announced in partnership with Avail-TVN, the largest digital media services company in North America and Conax, the global Content Security providers, the launch of an innovative turn-key content and CA Hosted Solution for US cable operators. This new Hosted Solution will allow cable […]

February 28, 2011

Sunplus selects ANT Galio platform

ANT, provider of software and services for the delivery of digital TV, has announced that Sunplus Technology has licensed the ANT Galio Platform and core TV applications. The ANT Galio Platform will be integrated with Sunplus SoC solutions for a range of Connected TV, STB and DVD SoC solutions, to support the delivery of OTT […]

February 28, 2011