A set-top box (STB), also referred to colloquially as a cable box, is an information system that typically includes a TV tuner input and shows the output of a TV set and an external signal source, converting the source signal into material in a format that can then be shown on a TV screen or other display device. They are found in, among other applications of, cable television, satellite television, and over-the-air television networks. A device that connects to your TV makes it possible for you to use a telephone line or cable to access the Internet and exchange electronic mail on your TV. The key factor driving the set-top box market is the rising technological transformations in set-top box (STB). Technological developments have led to the growth of a wide range of STBs equipped with various features. This, in turn, has made the competition fierce between the set-top-box companies. Digital video recording is one of the most anticipated functions, since it enables viewers to view and archive their favorite shows. An over-the-air DVR system is a standalone set-top box that enables viewers to transmit and record TV programs. In addition to DVRs, subscription-based TV service providers offer STBs to customers. In addition, DISH, a US-based television provider, has incorporated artificial intelligence into boxes in its new set-top boxes to allow recording facilities at STBs. With the support of technology such as natural language processing (NLP), companies implement features such as voice command to enable channels and TV shows to be searched using technologically advanced set-top boxes.
Technicolor SA, CommScope, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd, Humax, and Sagemcom – Prominent Market Participants in Set Top Box (STB) Market
Technicolor SA, CommScope, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd, Humax, and Sagemcom are some of the key market players operating in the global set top box (STB) market. The listing of key players is derived by considering multiple factors such as overall revenue, current set top box (STB) product portfolio, geographical reach, new product launches, market initiatives, investment in technology upgradation, partnerships, and other market related activities. In addition to these players, there are several other important players operating in the set top box (STB) ecosystems which were studies analyzed during the course of this market research study, such as,
Zinwell Corporation; Advanced Digital Broadcast SA; Altech UEC; COSHIP; Kaonmedia Co., Ltd.; and Skyworth Group Co., Ltd. among others. Further, in January 2020, Technicolor had launched new versatile and powerful JADE set-top boxes (STB). JADE set-top boxes is a 4K ultra HD device, debuting the latest technology standards such as Wi-Fi 6, AV1 decoding, and far-field voice in a small, customizable design. JADE set-top boxes are for both Android TV and RDK-V. In April 2019, CommScope completed the ‘Once-In-A-Lifetime’ Arris-Ruckus acquisition. Combined with ARRIS, CommScope is anticipated to drive profitable growth in new markets as well as shape the future of wired & wireless communications. With this acquisition, CommScope wishes to be better positioned to benefit from long-term industry growth trends, including network convergence, fiber & mobility everywhere, 5G, Internet of Things, and rapidly changing network and technology architectures.
Most of the market initiatives were observed in Europe region, which have a high potential of market-related products, solutions, and services. Few of the important market initiatives from the industry are mentioned below:
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2019 |
Sagemcom and SFR announce the launch of the box 8 Tv of SFR, co-developed by their teams, a new extremely powerful set-top box that delivers very high-quality picture and sound, and that also associates a voice assistant to control the video and audio entertainment experience with the voice, and integrated loudspeakers. |
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2019 |
Sagemcom announced the launch of the Orange IWU 200, a new compact yet powerful 4K UHD set-top box that delivers very high-quality picture and sound, based on the BCM72604, one of the latest 4K SOC from Broadcom, allowing the design of low consumption products. |
Europe |
