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Introduction Smart TVs are becoming a dominant and only mode for content consumption on big screens, and developers face unique challenges when building applications for these devices, as there are multiple screen sizes and multiple models from different vendors. Two popular approaches are using React and LightningJS, a framework...
Introduction Synamedia’s Senza platform (commonly called Senza) powers modern media delivery and streaming. It is a cloud-based video streaming solution that brings apps and content directly to any TV. Senza uses video streaming technologies inspired by the gaming world to deliver the user interface from a cloud-based browser to a...
Introduction: Why Performance Matters in Smart TV Development Smart TVs are no longer passive displays, they're full-fledged platforms where users expect fluid, app-like experiences. But as developers, we quickly realize that these devices often come with hardware constraints, older browser engines, and limited rendering capabilities,...
Introduction WebRTC is the native real-time audio, and video plus low-latency data exchange stack of the web that offers peer-to-peer enabled communication with built-in NAT traversal, encryption support as well as adaptive transport selection. It opens up browser APIs for media capture, secure connection establishment, and streaming...
Introduction Smart TVs are now capable platforms for streaming OTT, VOD, and live content, not just screens for watching cable. Similar to mobile ecosystems, well-known companies like Samsung (Tizen OS), LG (webOS), and Hisense (Vidaa) offer app stores where developers can release apps. Selecting the appropriate framework is essential...
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...
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,...