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London, UK, 18/05/21 – PlayBox Technology, the leading channel in a box provider for media companies worldwide, has implemented on-air channels for Thai broadcaster TNBC. The integrated playout system was supplied and installed by PlayBox partner UBN Network Co. in Bangkok. TNBC provides multiple subscription services which are on air 24/7. The level of output was demanding an uneconomic…
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LONDON, UK, 06/05/21 – As part of their Play Your Part campaign, PlayBox Technology is proud to be taking part in the MyMarathon initiative to support the British Heart Foundation (BHF) this June. The vital work that the BHF carries out is a cause that is close to the heart of the company, and the month of June will see…
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PlayBox Technology has supplied its best-selling TV Channel in a Box for VPOD TV’s first television channel. The Chicago-based broadcaster has kicked off its range of programming with a selection of classics, indie films, comedies and talk-focused content. The equipment supplied includes one Channel in a Box server, which handles playout, ingest, graphics and scheduling for VPOD TV. “VPOD…
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What is subscription TV? Subscription TV, or simply ‘pay television’, is the transmission of premium content via a subscription-based model. In essence, customers pay a recurring amount (often a monthly or annual rate) for the right to watch content that cannot be accessed free of charge. Subscription TV services are most commonly focused on sports,…
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What is Connected TV? A Connected TV (CTV) refers to any TV screen that can stream digital video. Digital video is content that is transmitted over-the-top (OTT). Whether through built-in Smart TV capabilities, a dedicated external streaming device, or even a gaming console, Connected TVs are finding their way into more consumer’s homes than ever…
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LONDON, UK, 15/04/21: Maldives Business Network, a Business TV channel, has powered its presentation resources with the purchase of a multichannel PlayBox Technology Channel in a Box (CiaB) television playout system. The new installation was supplied and engineered by APAC Country Manager KC Lee. It is located at the channel’s headquarters in Male’ City, Republic of Maldives.…
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Not only has lockdown seen streaming rates rise through the roof, but if the demise of linear TV was ever up for debate, recent reports show that live TV is alive, kicking and here to stay.  So, what’s the status for linear TV? The broadcasting industry is witnessing a lot of changes in viewer habits.…
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LONDON, UK, 19/03/21 – PlayBox Technology UK, the leading TV Channel in a Box and Cloud Playout solutions manufacturer, is participating in Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day campaign. Red Nose Day takes place on Friday the 19th of March and features the first-ever 100% plastic-free red nose. As part of PlayBox Technology’s Play Your Part campaign, the team are donning the red…
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‘Streaming Wars’ is a phrase we have all come to know over the past few years. The question is, who is waging the war?  The streaming industry has taken over our smart TV’s, laptops and tablets. It was way back in 2007 when Netflix decided to diversify into online streaming. Since then, we have been…
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PlayBox Technology UK, the #1 Channel in a Box manufacturer, has this week joined the GoDaddy Customer Council initiative as the company continues to build and reach new heights with its online presence. With more customers conducting research and shopping online than ever before, joining the initiative is the latest step in PlayBox Technology’s commitment to embracing…
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