France 24 has renewed a multi-year service agreement with Asia Satellite Telecommunications Co. Ltd. (AsiaSat) to continue distribution of France 24’s HD and SD television services in the Asia-Pacific on AsiaSat 5. This extended agreement reaffirms their continued commitment to bringing top-quality international news programmes from France to the Asian audience. The news services, transmitting in free-to-air, include France 24’s English HD TV channel, English SD and French SD TV channels, … [Read more...] about France 24 extends distribution service on AsiaSat 5
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iQiyi deepens international partnership with Dolby
iQiyi, the Asian entertainment streaming leader, is bringing Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos to iQiyi’s international app available in 191 countries, including Singapore. This is part of iQiyi’s ongoing momentum as it grows its appeal to international audiences. Dolby Vision boasts ultra-vivid imaging — incredible brightness, contrast, colour, and details that bring movies to life. Dolby Atmos immerses you in your favorite entertainment with sound that moves all around you with breathtaking … [Read more...] about iQiyi deepens international partnership with Dolby
Astro launches its new Ultra Plug & Play Box
Astro has officially launched its new Ultra Plug & Play Box that offers customers an uninterrupted experience of the best international and local content without a satellite dish. Present at the virtual launch on 22 July were panellists Azlin Arshad, Commercial Director at Astro and Shahrul Imran, Product Engineering Director at Astro. Astro highlighted the ease of use of its new Ultra Plug & Play Box. The first-of-its-kind offering allows customers to self-install and enjoy the Ultra … [Read more...] about Astro launches its new Ultra Plug & Play Box
TVU Networks hits the ground running to support broadcasters in Tokyo
TVU Networks, the market and technology leader in cloud and IP-based live video solutions, announced its extensive support of new and existing customers on-site at the Summer Games, even before the event’s official start. From last-minute mobile transmitters, to live pool feeds, to free use of TVU Anywhere for athlete interviews, to on-site studio and camera crew hire, TVU Networks has broadcasters’ backs during this particularly challenging time. The challenges faced are many: no fans in … [Read more...] about TVU Networks hits the ground running to support broadcasters in Tokyo
Carlyle to acquire LiveU to further accelerate global growth
LiveU, the leader in live video streaming and remote production solutions, announced that global investment firm Carlyle has acquired the Company from Francisco Partners, a global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology businesses. Details of the transaction, which is subject to regulatory approvals, are not being disclosed. Founded in 2006, LiveU is the pioneer of a bonded cellular technology-based live video transmission platform, offered to major live broadcast news … [Read more...] about Carlyle to acquire LiveU to further accelerate global growth
Special episode of ‘Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian’ explores Luke Skywalker’s return in Season 2 finale
In last year’s Season 2 finale of Star Wars: The Mandalorian, the appearance of a young Luke Skywalker was one of the biggest reveals and best-kept secrets of the acclaimed show thus far. Reaction to the episode was emotionally charged for many, deeply resonating with generations of fans who were elated to see the Jedi Master in his post-Return of the Jedi prime. The story of the cutting-edge technology used to bring Luke back is the subject of a special extra episode of Disney Gallery: Star … [Read more...] about Special episode of ‘Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian’ explores Luke Skywalker’s return in Season 2 finale