Global Digital Delivery Gets Better Connected
Global digital distribution of movies, episodic TV programs and other home entertainment fare should soon become easier, as well as more available, secure and sophisticated thanks to the release of updated specifications released this week by multiple parties in the digital delivery supply chain. Multi-industry…
Roku Reveals Free Content ‘Stream-a-thon’ Week
Streaming media device-giant Roku said Monday that it will conduct its first-ever week-long “Stream-a-thon” beginning December 26th when it will present a selection of top shows and premium TV to Roku users for free. The Stream-a-thon will run from Dec. 26th through Jan. 1st, and…
Samsung Offers Pre-Holiday Pricing On “The Frame” TV Line
Among the television specials getting a litte Cyber Monday excitement is Samsung’s “The Frame” TV lines that bring a brilliant 4K Ultra HD television picture and Tizen 4.0-based operating system when its on, and the look of a framed gallery painting when it’s off. The…
Review: Hisense H9E Plus TV Is A Colorful Bargain
Holiday shoppers looking for a reasonable bargain on a better performing 4K Ultra HD LED-LCD TV should consider the Hisense H9E Plus series, which is currently available in screen sizes of 55- and 65-inches. The Hisense H9E Plus is very good at presenting most content,…
First Magnavox Roku TV Hits Retail
The first Magnavox branded Roku TV, marketed in the U.S. under brand license by Funai, was released to retail this week, the company said. Magnavox joins a growing list of brands that have turned to the popular third-party Roku OS to provide smart TV functionality…
Review: 2018 Roku Ultra Brings HLG, Google Assistant
Among the newly updated Roku media players recently announced for 2018 is a refresh of its top-of-the-line Roku Ultra set-top box bringing a small number of upgrades. All Roku media players will be hitting retail stores this month (expected street date is Oct. 16th), and…
Vizio Moves To Settle TV Privacy Class Action Case
The on-going consumer privacy class action lawsuit against TV maker Vizio is a nearing a $17 million settlement that could earn disgruntled customers a modest payout. The deal is still subject to final approval from the court, but if upheld it will be the second…
CR Study Spurs Smart TV Security Fixes
Samsung and Roku are reportedly addressing certain alleged security vulnerabilities affecting smart TVs, and in Roku’s case, media players as well, after potential problems were identify by Consumer Reports (CR) earlier this year. A CR study into smart TV and streaming device vulnerabilities discovered that…
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