November 16, 2015

Online Video News

Roku Will Offer $25 Special Edition Set-Top Box on Black Friday

Can a product really be discounted if it never sold for a higher price? Consider the Roku SE the Roku 1 under a different name.

T-Mobile Offers Unlimited Video Streaming, But Resolution is Low

With the Binge On feature, which takes effect Sunday, subscribers can stream unlimited standard definition video from 24 services.

Verizon Shows That it Can Create OTT Experiences in 72 Hours

In the "72-Hour Challenge," Verizon and Digiflare created mobile and set-top apps for media organizations at a breakneck pace.

Featured Articles

Moscow State Releases First HEVC Comparison

In addition to comparing HEVC codecs, report also compares HEVC to VP9 and x264, with potentially controversial results

The Influence of Emerging Markets on the AdTech Landscape

Adtech companies should learn from financial trading hubs as they build out global networks

Speed Is Critical to Webcasting Customers: Infographic

Based on the results of a survey by Onstream Media and Unisphere Research, the infographic highlights key trends in webcasting, including protocols, service requirements, and a need for speed

Industry News

Gamification Opportunities Bring Value to Dedicated Companion TV Apps

Integrating Rewards with Consumers' Media Interests Will Also Provide Free Advertising

MultiChoice Embraces Full Elemental Suite for Portfolio of Video Services

South African pay TV leader uses complete suite of software-defined solutions to drive VOD workflows, optimize delivery of live streamed content, and support future time-shift SVOD offer

ABI Research names Ericsson video middleware market leader

ABI Research attributes Ericsson market leadership to strategy of continued investment and innovation in Ericsson middleware platforms.

Telestream and Cinnafilm Team Up To Tackle UHD Content Challenge

Vantage media processing platform now integrates both Tachyon and Dark Energy frame mechanics & standards conversion technology