Industry Updates

Cox announces Netflix support on New ‘Contour’ boxes 15 November 2017

Cox Communications has announced the integration of Netflix on Comcast’s “Contour” set-top boxes. Cox customers can now access Netflix from their Contour 2 receivers. Netflix can be accessed on the device and is supported by its voice remote as well. … Continue reading

Mexicanal expands in US OTT market with Sling TV 15 November 2017

Mexicanal has expanded its reach in the over-the-top market in the US through an agreement with Sling TV. The Mexican channel will now grow its distribution reach across the country with one of the leading live and on-demand streaming television … Continue reading

Nintendo Switch now supports Hulu 15 November 2017

Hulu is now available on Nintendo Switch video game consoles. Users can download the Hulu app from Nintendo’s shop, and access on-demand and live TV content, available on the streaming service. Users will be able to watch Hulu on their … Continue reading

Canal Plus’ VOD service to offer content on pay-per-view model 14 November 2017

Canal Plus’ VoD service MyCanal is all set to run a new revenue stream by distributing TV series and movies on a pay-per-view(PPV) basis. reports. According to a report by Les Echos, Canal Plus’s distribution director, Frank Cadoret hinted that … Continue reading

Rakuten TV to offer 4K HDR content Samsung 14 November 2017

Rakuten TV, the European VOD service has partnered with Samsung to offer 4K HDR content on smart TVs. Rakuten TV will release 100 Ultra HD HDR titles before the end of the year and will be available only through Samsung’s … Continue reading