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Turner teams with SA for digital content distribution
ATLANTA: From next year, Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) will start using a Scientific-Atlanta PowerVu digital video compression system to distribute its existing digital cable networks across the US and into selected regions of the world. The new PowerVu digital encoding systems will be located at TBS’ Atlanta facilities.
The AOL Time Warner company’s networks include CNN, Cartoon Network, TNT, TCM. In India, another Turner channel Cinemax is expected to launch within this year.
Explaining the logic behind the alliance senior director, North American sales at Scientific-Atlanta Steve McCullough said, :” The Turner Broadcasting brands are among the best known in the world. Turner has always been focused on delivering the highest possible video quality to its affiliates and providing the best possible product to their viewers. Their selection of our PowerVu solution helps them achieve these goals, and our standards-based approach means we easily interface to any North American cable headend.”
The new encoding system will include the latest PowerVu encoders, statistical multiplexers and modulators, and will include Digital Programme Insertion (DPI) capabilities. At its affiliate sites, Turner will deploy the new PowerVu Program Receiver (Model D9850). Both the uplink system and the new receivers will provide Turner affiliates with multiple benefits including:
– Improved video and audio quality
Proven, reliable performance – NTSC, DVB/ASI, MPEG-2 support
– Supports ad insertion for local advertising affiliate revenue opportunities
GECs
Samsung TV Plus launches Kings of Comedy channel
New free FAST channel brings iconic Hindi comedy shows to millions of Samsung Smart TV owners.
MUMBAI: Samsung TV Plus has just turned up the laughter volume and it’s completely free. The leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service in India has launched Kings of Comedy, a premium comedy channel featuring some of the country’s most beloved primetime shows. Available exclusively on Samsung TV Plus, the channel delivers back-to-back hits including Comedy Nights with Kapil, Khatra Khatra Khatra, and Comedy Nights Bachao, with no login or subscription required.
The launch marks a milestone for free streaming in India, offering audiences a dedicated comedy destination directly from their Samsung TV home screen. It arrives as Samsung TV Plus India celebrates its 5th anniversary, during which the service has grown its monthly active users by 42 per cent and more than doubled its total viewing hours. The platform now offers over 180 free channels across 14 languages.
Samsung TV Plus India general manager and head of business development Kunal Mehta said, “Comedy is the heartbeat of Hindi entertainment, and Kings of Comedy brings together the shows Indians already love, completely free on their Samsung TV. Our focus remains the same take the content people know and make it effortless to access.”
Globally, Samsung TV Plus has surpassed 100 million monthly active users across more than 4,500 channels, solidifying its position as one of the world’s leading free streaming services.
Kings of Comedy is now available on all compatible Samsung Smart TVs. For viewers seeking non-stop laughter without any cost, this new channel delivers a royal treat proving that sometimes the best entertainment really does come with no strings (or subscriptions) attached.
