Number of OTT video services in the US cross the 200 mark 30 October 2017
According to Parks Associates, the number of OTT video services in the U.S. has reached over 200 The firm found that 53% of internet-connected households subscribe to pay-TV and at least to one OTT service. It’s interesting to note that … Continue reading
Sony TV ropes in Hulu’s CEO 30 October 2017
Mike Hopkins is leaving Hulu to join Sony. He’ll report to new Sony Pictures Entertainment boss Tony Vinciquerra. Sony TV has been restructuring its leadership over the last year and this move comes as no surprise. Mike is being replaced … Continue reading
Roku’s streaming stick 3600R steals the deal in device market 30 October 2017
Amazon’s All-New Fire TV Stick with 4K resolution and an Alexa voice remote were released this week at $70, and it is already the best-selling new product in its category. But rival Roku had other plans. They decided to drop … Continue reading
Canada tops the Netflix binge-watching trend in the world 27 October 2017
Canada has the largest share of ultra binge-watchers on Netflix anywhere in the world. They complete full seasons of TV shows within 24 hours of their release. Other countries in the race are US, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Germany, Mexico, Australia, … Continue reading
World’s first IPTV set-top box with Dolby Vision HDR support released 27 October 2017
Huawei and Dolby Laboratories announced the world’s first set-top box for Internet Protocol television (IPTV) with support for Dolby Vision high-dynamic-range (HDR) technology. The Huawei Q22 set-top box will transform the TV experience by delivering greater brightness and contrast. Giles … Continue reading
