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Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to represent TO THE NEW at NAB Show 2025 in Las Vegas, and I’m still reflecting on the incredible amount of insight packed into these past few days. For anyone in media operations space, digital distribution, post-production, or localisation, this year’s show wasn’t just a tech showcase – […]
Introduction Adapting a React-based application originally built for Samsung’s Tizen OS or LG’s webOS to run on Vizio’s SmartCast platform requires modifications to align with its Chromium-based HTML5 environment. Developers must address differences in runtime behavior, packaging formats, platform-specific APIs, and hardware capabilities. This blog outlines the key technical adjustments for a smooth transition and […]
Introduction Over-the-top (OTT) streaming services have completely changed the way audience views videos and movies. With the ever-growing number of competitors such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+, grasping the concept of seamless streaming is important for user experience enhancement. Here is an overview of the seamless streaming of video content, its strategies, enabling technologies, […]
How to Implement FairPlay DRM with “AVAssetResourceLoader” Delegate 1. Prepare DRM-protected HLS Content: The HLS media needs to be encoded and encrypted using FairPlay DRM. This process takes place on the license server, where media files are encrypted and content keys are securely stored. Content keys are generated and securely stored on the license server, […]
Introduction OTT platforms have transformed entertainment consumption, freeing viewers from the constraints of traditional cable and broadcast television. Audiences now enjoy the convenience of watching their favorite shows and movies on demand, across multiple devices. This shift has ushered in an era of unparalleled choice, flexibility, and innovation. With the rapid growth of the OTT […]
A Chromecast Receiver is an application that runs on a Google Chromecast enabled device. It allows the device to receive and display media content sent from a sender device like a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Google provides an official Default Media Receiver, which supports basic media playback for popular formats like MP4, HLS, and DASH. […]
What is a Component Library A Component Library in Roku is a reusable collection of pre-built components that developers can use across multiple Roku channels. These components encapsulate specific functionalities, designs, or user interface elements, saving time and effort in the development process. The library is hosted on a server and can be easily accessed […]
Instant Resume is a feature that enables the channel to save their current state on exit and when the user relaunches the channel next time then the channel resumes the execution where the user exits. This improves the user experience and increases the engagement ratio by letting viewers quickly get back to the content where […]
In the digital television and OTT world, convenience and user-friendly navigation are key to enhancing the viewing experience. One such feature that has become integral to modern TV is the Electronic Program Guide (EPG). But what exactly is an EPG, and how does it work? This blog post will take you through the ins and […]