South Africa’s eMedia has recently announced that the Power-Up! Channel (channel 114) on the Openview platform will be discontinued as of Monday, 8 July 2024.
The Power-Up! Channel was initially launched during times of intense load-shedding to provide customers with the opportunity to catch up on their favorite shows that they might have missed due to power cuts.
With the recent improvements in power stability, Openview has decided to discontinue the Power-Up! Channel. According to eMedia, this decision comes as load-shedding no longer significantly impacts viewers’ lives. This allows them to enjoy their favourite shows as they air and promotes the excitement of live viewing with friends and family.
Marlon Davids, the managing director of channels at eMedia, expressed gratitude to the viewers for their continued support. He assured them of an even more thrilling prime-time experience and emphasized the unwavering commitment to providing nonstop entertainment. This reassurance is a testament to our dedication to our customers and our mission to entertain them.
In other news, Openview has introduced the new OV512 decoder, which was launched on Wednesday, 3 July 2024. This new decoder, priced at US$44.07, comes with a built-in Wi-Fi receiver, allowing access to additional ‘premium content.’ The affordability of this new decoder makes it a great investment for an enhanced viewing experience.
Users can now press the +MORE button on the remote to access on-demand HD-quality content. Furthermore, they have the ability to pause, rewind, and fast-forward on-demand content. Although specific details regarding the available on-demand movies or TV shows have not been provided, the new decoder may incorporate eMedia’s eVOD Premium streaming service, priced at US$1.60 per month.
Customers can access eVOD through a web browser or a mobile app, but it currently does not support Android TV, Apple TV, Tizen, or other smart TV operating systems. Openview customers can purchase the new decoder from the Openview website or by contacting their customer service centre.
