Herzliya, Israel - UTStarcom will integrate Optibase's advanced H.264 Media Gateway (MGW) 5100 IPTV encoding platforms in its end-to-end RollingStream IPTV solution for deployment with AKSH in India. Aksh, an IPTV solutions provider in India, will utilize Optibase's integrated carrier-grade TV streaming platforms in order to provide advanced H.264 high-quality encoding. Dr.K.S.Choudhari, Managing Director of Aksh Optifibre said "The video quality and customer response time of Optibase is … [Read more...] about UTStarcom supplies Optibase IPTV for deployment with AKSH in India
Platforms
MTV Networks Australia bows interactive multi-platform channel The Music Factory
Sydney- MTV Networks Australia has introduced a new, integrated multi-platform channel, The Music Factory (TMF). TMF is interactive and features music video programming and viewer-generated content including images, videos, text-based applications and graphics. Furthering connectivity, TMF connects all platforms and simulcast to mobile 24-hours daily via the Optus Zoo mobile portal to be launched in September 2007. TMF's innovative approach incorporates various viewing platforms and allows … [Read more...] about MTV Networks Australia bows interactive multi-platform channel The Music Factory
Navigating the future
Jane Gorard Director, Marketing & Communications, BBC World The BBC is adapting its linear service to interactive offerings (for on-demand access). At the same time, it’s essential that we don’t lose sight of the established audience on traditional platforms that make up the bulk of our audience. The challenge also remains as to how to pay for this new content while the audience size remains relatively small. Live breaking news is ideal for mobile and broadband platforms as well as … [Read more...] about Navigating the future
IPTV has a bright future in Asia—if it’s pirate-proof
The majority of Asia’s IPTV operators are trying to catch up with the established pay-TV platforms. HD, PVR and multichannel services are quickly becoming ubiquitous while IPTV operators are struggling to attract subscribers by offering these services alone. But considering IPTV’s inherent strengths and bullish predictions for growth figures for the region, experts believe that combined with triple or quadruple play, IPTV offers a unique service proposition. IPTV’s two-way … [Read more...] about IPTV has a bright future in Asia—if it’s pirate-proof
Anime drawing new revenue streams in Asia and beyond
With the evolution of new media platforms and booming popularity of toon-based video games, the anime industry is riding a wave of increasing profitability. Moreover, animated feature films, direct-to-video titles and live action films which utilize sophisticated CGI techniques are all contributing to the lucrative anime business. Toei Animation estimates the character merchandise market is worth ¥1 trillion (US$8.4 billion) per year and has been developing consumer goods and digital products … [Read more...] about Anime drawing new revenue streams in Asia and beyond
Prime time for Hollywood studios in Asia-Pacific
For the Hollywood majors, these are the best of times in Asia-Pacific, both as a distributor and, increasingly, as a producer of local content, either solo or as joint ventures. Sales to cable and satellite channels are booming, although securing primetime deals with many of the major free-to-air broadcasters in the region is as elusive as ever. And while the business of selling programming to new media platforms is relatively small potatoes, it’s incremental revenue for the … [Read more...] about Prime time for Hollywood studios in Asia-Pacific