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Kripa B December 23rd, 2024 8:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

BSNL Pilots Free Intranet TV for Mobile and Other Services in Puducherry

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced on Monday, December 23, the launch of three new services to enhance connectivity and entertainment for millions of Indians, starting in Puducherry. According to BSNL, these customer-focused services make digital experiences more accessible. The following are the three new services launched by BSNL as a pilot: Also Read: Subscriber Migration to BSNL Significantly Slowed Over Network Quality Issues: IIFL 1. Intranet TV (BiTV) Over... Read More

Kripa B December 21st, 2024 12:26 PM 0 COMMENTS

Netflix Secures US Streaming Rights for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 and 2031

Netflix has acquired exclusive US streaming rights for the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031, marking the first time the tournament will air on a streaming platform. The 2027 edition, hosted by Brazil, will feature 32 teams competing across 12 cities from June 24 to July 25. The 2031 host nation will be announced later, Netflix announced Saturday. Also Read: Airtel Wi-Fi Plans Rs 699 and Above Now... Read More

Tanuja K December 20th, 2024 3:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

Amazon Prime Video Users Sharing Password Must Know This

Amazon Prime Video is one of the largest OTT (over-the-top) platforms in India. The OTT platform is offered to Prime users at no additional cost. Because it can be accessed on multiple devices, people owning a Prime subscription share it with others. But now, that is soon going to change. While people will still be allowed to share the password with others, the number of people they give it to... Read More

Srikapardhi December 20th, 2024 12:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Wi-Fi Plans Rs 699 and Above Now Offer Free Zee5 Access

Indian telecommunications service provider Bharti Airtel has teamed up with OTT platform Zee5 to offer Airtel Wi-Fi customers with digital content at no extra cost. Customers on Airtel Wi-Fi plans starting from Rs 699 will receive free access to Zee5, adding over 1.5 lakh hours of shows, movies, and series. Airtel Wi-Fi services are available in more than 2,000 cities through a combination of fixed wireless access (FWA) and FTTH. Also... Read More

Kripa B December 11th, 2024 12:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Glance TV Rolls Out on Airtel Xstream Devices to Deliver AI-Powered Content

Glance, a consumer technology company, has partnered with Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel to rollout the 'Glance TV' feature through Airtel Xstream devices. The Glance TV delivers live, personalised and real-time content even when the TV is not in active use. "This always-on, immersive experience ensures the screen stays engaged, providing entertainment and updates tailored to individual interests," Glance said. Also Read: Airtel Digital TV Launches New Entertainment Plan With... Read More

Kripa B December 10th, 2024 10:33 PM 0 COMMENTS

Samsung Unveils TVKey Cloud Technology in India for Set-Top Box-Free TV Experience

Consumer electronics brand Samsung has unveiled TVKey Cloud Technology, which allows you watch live television without the need for a set-top box. Co-developed with Nagravision, this technology offers consumers a seamless and clutter less entertainment experience, eliminating the need for traditional set-top boxes, Samsung India said in a statement. Also Read: FanCode Deploys Nagra Streaming Security Services to Combat Piracy Samsung TVKey Cloud Technology Samsung says that with TVKey Cloud,... Read More

Kripa B December 9th, 2024 12:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spam, UCC Messages Find Their Way to Users Through RCS and OTT Apps?

If we consider recent developments, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has been taking several measures to ensure the safe transmission of text messages, including ensuring complete tracing of the senders of commercial messages. The main goal of the telecom ecosystem, including regulators and telecom operators, is to curb spam messages and Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC) sent to end consumers via telecom network resources. Also Read: TRAI Extends Deadline... Read More

Kripa B November 27th, 2024 8:24 AM 0 COMMENTS

RailWire Launches New Internet Plan Bundled with Prasar Bharati’s OTT Service

RailTel’s internet service arm, RailWire, has launched a new service plan called the Freedom Plan, a home internet service bundled with Over-The-Top (OTT) content. "The Freedom Plan is an OTT-bundled home internet plan offering subscribers access to quality entertainment as well," RailTel said in a statement this week. Also Read: Prasar Bharati Launches OTT Platform WAVES at IFFI 2024 Key Features of the Freedom Plan The plan offers 30 Mbps internet,... Read More

Kripa B November 22nd, 2024 11:17 AM 0 COMMENTS

Prasar Bharati Launches OTT Platform WAVES at IFFI 2024

Prasar Bharati launched its Over-The-Top (OTT) platform, Waves, at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The launch event was attended by the Goa Chief Minister and dignitaries, including the Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. "Doordarshan, India’s iconic public broadcaster, has ventured into the OTT platform space to cater to the growing demand for digital streaming services," the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced... Read More

Kripa B November 12th, 2024 10:55 AM 1 COMMENTS

Indian Telcos Renew Calls for Fair Share from OTT Platforms: Report

India's telecom industry has reportedly reiterated its demand for a fair share of revenue from large over-the-top (OTT) platforms, citing rising data traffic on networks they invested billions in developing. This issue, alongside concerns over satellite spectrum and tax credits, was discussed in a meeting Monday between top telecom executives and telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, ET reported, citing officials aware of the details. Also Read: TRAI Set to Finalise Satcom... Read More

Kripa B November 8th, 2024 4:38 PM 0 COMMENTS

OTTplay Partners with Connect Broadband to Launch OTT Bundled Broadband Plans

OTTplay, India's AI-based OTT recommendation platform, has announced its latest partnership with Quadrant Televentures Limited (Connect Broadband), an Internet Service Provider (ISP) in North India. This collaboration will allow users in Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, and Jammu and Kashmir to access 25 popular OTT platforms directly through new broadband subscription plans launched as part of this partnership. Also Read: JioCinema Premium Content Now Available for OTTplay Premium Subscribers Connect Broadband Service... Read More

Kripa B November 7th, 2024 1:03 PM 0 COMMENTS

Amazon Prime Video Launches AI-Powered X-Ray Recaps Feature

Amazon Prime Video has introduced a new generative AI-powered feature, X-Ray Recaps, designed to help viewers quickly catch up on TV shows without spoilers. The feature, built upon existing X-Ray features, provides personalised, concise summaries of episodes, seasons, or specific moments within an episode, offering key plot points, cliffhangers, and character developments, the company said. Also Read: Disney+ Hotstar Introduces AI-Powered Video Optimisation Technology X-Ray Recaps Feature "X-Ray Recaps is... Read More