Nov 27 2007
BitBand, a leading provider of video delivery solutions for broadband IP networks, has been selected to supply its IPTV video servers to Connexion Technologies, the premier fiber-optic amenity company. Through the agreement, BitBand Technologies will help Connexion Technologies provide multi-dwelling residences and communities with advanced entertainment packages delivered over a single Fiber to the Home (FTTH) network.
Connexion Technologies deploys fiber-optic infrastructures for properties in the US. The company designs, installs and operates the networks and provides a one-stop-shop for real estate developers and communities. Utilizing BitBand's solution allows Connexion Technologies to enable and immediately deploy on-demand IPTV applications and business models. The agreement with Connexion Technologies further expands BitBand's footprint in the US telecommunications market, as Connexion Technologies demonstrates an accelerated growth in deploying FTTH.
"As our lifestyles change along with advancements in technology, our aim is to offer home owners and residences the best of breed telecommunications and media infrastructure," said Tolga Erkmen, VP of Product Planning for Connexion Technologies. "We selected BitBand's field-proven technology to achieve rapid implementation of on-demand IPTV service infrastructure to meet our distributed infrastructure requirements.”
"FTTH networks enable the deployment of TV, Internet and telephony services over a single high capacity network that can easily accommodate high volume transmission of content. This caters to the subscribers’ increasing large-content consumption habits and also enhances the quality of their interactive TV experience," said Nati Lavi, vice president, US operations, BitBand Inc. "We predict a growing demand and adoption of this FTTH solution developed with Connexion Technologies and look forward to continuing our work with Connexion Technologies as they roll out advanced TV services throughout the US.”