HEVC Media Server and a new portable Set Top Box "SVELTE" will be introduced for the very first time confirming Technicolor's commitment to this new compression format.
Paris (France), September 11th 2013 – At this years’ IBC, Technicolor (Euronext Paris : TCH) will showcase once again its continuous commitment to bringing innovative solutions to the market as it enters the next generation of technological developments for the connected home.
One of today’s challenges for consumers is to get all these exciting 4K/UHD contents everywhere on TV and mobile devices through the internet. Technicolor will demonstrate how it is building on its proven expertise in HEVC technology, to provision outstanding user experiences in-home and on the go, offering a first look at its latest products for the connected home.
The first of these is the company’s first HEVC Media Server; which will support HEVC 4K/p60 Ultra HD video. This media server will also feature 8 tuners to offer multi-room HEVC/AVC streaming to multiple connected devices over standard Wi-Fi.
Technicolor will also demonstrate a HEVC mobile set top box, “SVELTE”. This innovative portable Android-based box allows end users to access TV Everywhere services on their mobile devices over 4G LTE.
In addition, Qeo will be on display - the software framework developed to enable interoperability between any device/app within the smart home, regardless of brand or operating system. This will be the first time Qeo has been shown at IBC and Technicolor will highlight the innovative ways in which several of its major partners have used the technology since its launch at CES, to provision new types of experiences for the connected home.
About Technicolor
Technicolor, a worldwide technology leader in the media and entertainment sector, is at the forefront of digital innovation. Our world class research and innovation laboratories enable us to lead the market in delivering advanced video services to content creators and distributors. We also benefit from an extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound technologies, based on a thriving licensing business.
Our commitment: Enhance media experience on any screen, in theaters, at home and on the go.
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