CommScope’s upcoming RDK-based VIP73xx streaming devices will be included in Netflix’s newly announced DaVinci scaling partner program. The scaling program will let CommScope make it easier to integrate and quickly launch Netflix services on devices running RDK open-source software. The companies said the program’s goal is to both improve a service provider’s ability to offer … Read more
DTVKit – a global shared source software company – has announced it is welcoming RDK Management, an open-source consortium that manages RDK’s software platform globally, as their latest member. Both companies have become key contributors in the industry providing accessible software and platforms used in broadband, video and IoT connected devices. DTVKit’s DVB Core is … Read more
Synamedia has introduced an RDK-based managed service that comes pre-integrated with a range of applications and advanced features aimed at the residential and commercial SMB markets. Called Synamedia Gravity, the solution makes it easier for operators and service providers to offer their small-to-medium business (SMB) and residential customers a richer suite of advanced broadband and … Read more
TCS announces launch of new solution on RDK; aims to simplify personalization & enrich customer experience Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading provider of IT services, consulting & business solutions, announced on Wednesday about its launch of a new solution namely, TCS Connected Consumer Home Solution based on reference design kit (RDK) that will enable … Read more
Wyplay, a global TV Professional Services and Video Platform Solutions provider with more than 15 years of experience, is now a member of the Amazon Alexa Solution Providers network. With an extensive track record in voice-interaction experiences and integrations, Wyplay accompanies TV operators with the integration of the Alexa Voice Service (AVS) on multiple hardware … Read more
Open source video and broadband platform body RDK Management has made the latest version of the platform – RDK4 – available for video service providers worldwide. Unveiled fully at the 2020 RDK Virtual Euro Summit, RDK4 provides a carrier-grade software stack designed for deploying apps and managing core technical functions of set-top boxes, according to … Read more
At the 2018 RDK European Summit, RDK Management unveiled a new app programme to make it easier to develop and launch apps consistently across RDK-based set-top boxes. RDK has for several years engaged in a battle with the rival Android TV platform for set-top software dominance among operators globally. On-boarding and maintaining video apps has … Read more
RDK Management today revealed RDK4 – the newest generation of its open source software platform that runs set-top boxes and other customer premise equipment for pay TV providers. “RDK4 is the culmination of joint development between the RDK community and leading app companies,” said Steve Heeb, president of RDK, in a statement. “Our newest software … Read more
RDK Management has announced the availability of RDK4, he newest generation, open source software platform used to power customer-premise equipment (CPE) for video service providers worldwide. RDK4 provides a carrier-grade software stack optimised for deploying apps and managing core technical functions of set-top boxes. Commenting on the development, Steve Heeb, president of RDK, said: “RDK4 … Read more
Some of the biggest strategic issues facing media owners and platform operators will be discussed at Connected TV World Summit on Wednesday and Thursday this week (October 21-22). This is a free digital event, and you can register here. The agenda includes: • How platforms become successful super-aggregators, persuading content owners to be onboarded and creating … Read more