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Tivo, Intel work on digital home initiatives
MUMBAI: Tivo which creates television services for digital video recorders has announced that it is working with Intel to develop functionality in a TiVo application.
This will enable it to work with Intel Viiv technology to pave the way for a dramatic change in the way entertainment is consumed at home or on the go.
This new application will further extend Tivo’s TivoToGo features. It will allow existing Tivo subscribers to securely transfer their favorite television programmes from their Tivo Series2 DVR to an Intel Viiv technology based PC using only the remote control.
The application will also allow any content downloaded from a Tivo DVR to an Intel Viiv technology enabled device to be securely played back on certain compliant media adapters, which will be supported in a future planned release of the application. This application will be available in the first half of next year.
Tivo CEO Tom Rogers says, “Combining Intel’s breakthrough technology with Tivo’s user experience will give consumers more of the control they are looking for. When it comes to digital entertainment in the living room and beyond, consumers deserve the ease of use they’ve come to expect from Tivo. We’re thrilled to be working on this important initiative with Intel.”
Intel Digital Home Group senior VP and GM content services group Kevin Corbett says, “We are excited to be working with TiVo on the application for the Intel Viiv technology platform. Together with companies like Tivo, Intel is working to bring powerful new connected entertainment experiences to the home where consumers can more easily personalise, manage and enjoy their entertainment experience with Intel Viiv technology.”
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Asianet Television Awards 2026 celebrates women power in Malayalam TV
“She is the Colour” theme honours icons as ceremony airs on March 14 and 15 at 7 PM.
MUMBAI: If television lights up living rooms, this year Asianet decided to let women provide the colour. The Asianet Television Awards 2026 turned the spotlight firmly on women empowerment with the theme “She is the Colour”, celebrating the strength, resilience and achievements of women who continue to shape society and the Malayalam entertainment industry.
The ceremony honoured several distinguished personalities whose journeys have left a lasting cultural imprint. Among them was legendary playback singer Vimala Varma, widely recognised as the first Malayalam playback singer. The evening also paid tribute to Padma Shri awardees Devaki Amma and Vimala Menon for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields.
Leading women from the Malayalam film industry were also recognised during the event, including actor Shweta Menon, who currently serves as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, and National Award winning actor Surabhi Lakshmi.
The awards ceremony brought together a glittering lineup of actors and industry figures, including Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, Asha Sarath, Lena, Esther Anil, Anumol, Akhila Bhargavan, Sarayu Mohan, Prajod Kalabhavan, Gayathri Suresh, Sabumon Abdusamad, Swasika, Tini Tom, Sijoy Varghese, Kailash, Veena Nandakumar, Sabareesh Varma, Ansiba Hassan and Dinesh Prabhakar. Kishan Kumar, executive vice president Malayalam at JioStar, was also present at the event.
Beyond individual recognitions, the awards celebrated excellence across Malayalam television, acknowledging artists and technicians whose work continues to drive the industry forward.
The evening also offered plenty of spectacle, with elaborate dance performances, stunt acts and comedy skits performed by popular television and film personalities, turning the ceremony into a full fledged entertainment showcase.
Viewers will get to watch the celebrations when the Asianet Television Awards 2026 air on Asianet on March 14 and 15, Saturday and Sunday, from 7 pm onwards, bringing the star studded tribute to homes across Kerala and beyond.
