Multichannel Newswire: Hot And Hungry; Apple Opens Up ‘HomeKit’
Top Stories - June 03, 2014
Hot And Hungry Latin America is getting mas caliente. Cable networks have been spicing up their bottom lines for years by launching networks and offering programming to Latin America, but the pay TV market south of the border is beginning to enter a new phase: One that is thirsty for new original content, sparking greater competition between channels.more
Apple Opens Up 'HomeKit' In an anticipated move that will apply pressure on cable's home automation and security efforts, Apple on Monday introduced a common software platform called HomeKit that will enable iPhone and iPad users to remotely lock their doors, dim and brighten lighting, control cameras, and handle other home-side functions. more
Univision Looks To Drive TVE with World Cup Univision Communications Inc. is turning to the appeal of the World Cup to kick up its TV Everywhere push.more
Bright House Rolls Out EPIX in SD, HD The premium entertainment programmer continues to make distribution strides, launching on the nation's sixth-largest cable operator. more