NextGen TV
NextGen TV is the consumer brand for the ATSC 3.0 digital television broadcast standard in the United States.
FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for Emergency Alert System messages
The proposal would require broadcasters and other participants to implement safeguards such as stronger passwords, software updates and network protections for EAS equipment.
Weigel to FCC: NextGen TV may disrupt free access to broadcast TV
In a letter sent to regulators this week, executives at Weigel urged officials to maintain an existing simulcast requirement for broadcasters.
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Sinclair rolls out NextGen consumer education tool in Columbus
Sinclair has launched a new consumer education tool making Columbus residents aware of the benefits of the next-generation broadcast standard NextGen TV.
Appeals court sides against LG in NextGen TV patents lawsuit
The patent issue involving LG comes as federal regulators consider a nationwide transition to NextGen TV by the end of the decade.
NextGen TV backers set to demonstrate converter boxes at trade show
A group backing NextGen TV technology will showcase a handful of new converter boxes at a trade show in Nevada next week.
Lawmakers: FCC should mandate NextGen TV switch to spur consumer interest
More than 90 lawmakers urged the FCC to set a clear timeline for transitioning to the NextGen TV broadcast standard.
Survey: Consumers willing to purchase low-cost NextGen TV box
The findings come as broadcasters push adoption of NextGen TV, which requires new compatible devices.
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Korean broadcaster to partner with Sinclair on NextGen TV channel, tech
K-Channel 82 is expected to reach about 30 million homes through Sinclair’s NextGen TV broadcast network.
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Sinclair’s Harvey Arnold to receive Television Engineering Achievement Award
Sinclair's SVP of Engineering Harvey Arnold will receive the 2026 Television Engineering Achievement Award.
APTS, PBS says NextGen TV transition should be voluntary, not forced
APTS and PBS warned a forced transition could burden stations and viewers without federal rebate support.
Pearl TV launches program for affordable NextGen TV boxes
The initiative aims to reduce basic ATSC 3.0 converter box prices to around $60, down from current $200-plus devices.
Nexstar CEO: Still optimistic about TEGNA deal, NextGen TV push
Nexstar CEO Perry Sook said the regulatory environment favors mass-media consolidation and the launch of NextGen TV as the new digital broadcast standard.