M&E Daily | November 11, 2016
Evolution Digital has been selected as a finalist in this year’s Fierce Innovation Awards. Evolution Digital was selected as a finalist in the Set-Tops and Gateways Category for its innovative and industry-leading eBOX IP Hybrid Set-Top Box. “As consumer habits for TV viewing have become increasingly sophisticated, Evolution Digital has revolutionized the industry with its eBOX IP Hybrid Set-Top Box, which caters to the viewing trends of cable subscribers nationwide,” said Brent Smith, president and chief technology officer. “We are honored to be recognized in this year’s Fierce Innovation Awards, as it is a testament to the innovation and success that the company has achieved by introducing eBOX to nationwide cable operators.”
Finalists’ applications were reviewed by an exclusive panel of executives from major telecommunications companies including Verizon, TeliaSonera, Comcast, Sprint and T-Mobile. All applications were evaluated based on the following criteria: effectiveness, ease of use/ROI, try innovation and end-user impact. Full profiles of judges can be found here.
Evolution Digital’s eBOX, powered by TiVo, offers viewers an integrated video viewing experience. eBOX delivers QAM live linear television combined with OTT streaming apps all on one integrated platform, making content search and navigation easier than ever. eBOX also facilitates IP delivery and migration, as well as an IP Video on Demand. eBOX supports the world-renowned TiVo interface which includes universal search, personal recommendations and browse.