Apparently opinions differ on the future of the set-top box — though this is not the first prediction of its demise. Even should they be replaced by system-based functionality, the likely scenario is that the more complex boxes, including HD and DVR capabilities, will remain for some time. Given that they are the more expensive [...]
Article: Charter-ing a Course?
January 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Link to Original Article: http://www.cablefax.com/cfp/just_in/Charter-ing-a-Course_44867.html By Michael Grebb Remember when we all thought TiVo was dead meat? Cable and satellite companies, which years ago began integrating DVR functionality into set tops, were going kill the scrappy DVR pioneer. Fast forward to today, and the TiVo narrative has changed significantly. Hand it to pres/CEO Tom Rogers: [...]
Article: There's a Cable Set-Top Revolution Goin' On
October 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Link to Original story in Light Reading: Cable There’s a Cable Set-Top Revolution Goin’ On OCTOBER 19, 2010 The traditional notion of the cable set-top box (STB) is being radically redefined. The STB, the primary cable component inside millions of US homes, is morphing, expanding, and extending with new features and functionality. STBs are shrinking [...]
