Apps (Smart TV, Tablet, Smartphone) News

BSkyB Customers to Enjoy 'Augmented TV' Through zeebox Partnership
Jan 9, 2012 – BSkyB (LSE:BSY) has entered into a strategic partnership with zeebox. Launching in the first half of 2012, Sky and zeebox will offer a companion app experience for Sky customers which offers unique 'augmented' TV viewing features.
News categories: BSkyB, zeebox, Apps, Ireland, Satellite, Smartphone, Tablet, UK

LG to Introduce Google TV at CES 2012
Jan 5, 2012 – LG Electronics (KSE: 066570) will introduce its highly anticipated Google TV at CES. LG Smart TV with Google TV combines the familiarity of Google's (NASDAQ:GOOG) Android OS with the convenience and comfort of LG's 3D and Smart TV technologies.
News categories: LG Electronics, Google TV, Apps, CES2025, Digital TV, Smart TV, USA

ACCESS™MyTV OTT Multiscreen Video Platform Launches at CES
Jan 5, 2012 – ACCESS CO. has announced that it will launch its social video monetization platform ACCESS™MyTV at CES. ACCESSMyTV is an open, multi-screen platform for connected devices, which allows for the monetization of free and premium web content, games and apps.
News categories: ACCESS CO., Apps, CES2025, Middleware, Set Top Box, Smart TV, Smartphone, Streaming, Tablet

Marvell and Google Team Up to Transform TV into the Command Center for the 'Connected Lifestyle'
Jan 5, 2012 – Marvell (Nasdaq: MRVL) has announced that the new Foresight Platform, powered by the Marvell® ARMADA™ 1500 HD Media System-on-a-Chip (SoC), has been designed into the next generation of Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) TVs debuting at CES 2012.
News categories: Marvell, Google TV, Apps, Digital TV, Middleware, Semiconductor, Set Top Box, Smart TV

Myriad and Broadcom Deliver Popular Android Apps to the TV
Jan 4, 2012 – Myriad (SIX:MYRN) and Broadcom (NASDAQ:BRCM) have announced a joint effort to drive the Android ecosystem to TVs. Myriad's Alien Vue is now supported on Broadcom STB platforms, simplifying the delivery of Android-based interactive apps to the TV.
News categories: Myriad Group, Broadcom, Apps, CES2025, Middleware, Semiconductor, Set Top Box, Smart TV

Myriad Brings Android to Your TV
Dec 21, 2011 – Myriad Group (SIX: MYRN) has unveiled Myriad Alien Vue. Myriad's latest Alien release enables Internet access via TV allowing Android apps to run alongside existing television functions, in a unified user experience.
News categories: Myriad Group, Apps, CES2025, Middleware, Set Top Box, Smart TV

Accedo and Irdeto Partner to Deliver the Ultimate TV Everywhere Experience
Dec 20, 2011 – Accedo Broadband and Irdeto (JSE: NPN) have announced a partnership to create next-generation TV Everywhere services and experiences for pay TV operators, broadcasters and content providers world-wide.
News categories: Irdeto, Accedo Broadband, Apps, CES2025, Content Protection, IPTV, Streaming

Time Warner Cable's TWC TV™ App Now Available on Android Smartphones
Dec 15, 2011 – Time Warner Cable (NYSE: TWC) has announced the launch of the TWC TV™ app for Android smartphones. The app allows customers to search program listings, browse network schedules, set favorite channels and program their DVR from their smartphone.
News categories: Time Warner Cable, Apps, Cable TV, Smartphone, USA

FourthWall Media EBIF Platform and AirCommand™ to Connect Companion Devices to Motorola Set-Tops
Dec 13, 2011 – FourthWall Media has announced an agreement with Motorola Mobility (NYSE: MMI) to package FourthWall's EBIF platform and AirCommand mobile connectivity solution into Motorola's Medios multi-screen managed services offering.
News categories: FourthWall Media, Motorola, Apps, Cable TV, Content Distribution, Mobile, Set Top Box, Smartphone, Tablet