The future of television is likely to be dramatically different than it has been for the past several generations. While the general public has seen incremental improvements in the overall quality of cable television offerings, it has only been recently that the entire paradigm of watching television has been challenged by providers such as Verizon and AT&T. The underlying changes are being fueled by IPTV, or a technology that allows digital cable services to be transmitted intelligently via the Internet.

The primary reason that these changes are happening so quickly is simple: the Internet allows all kinds of video to be delivered via a single connection. This means that data services, video content, and even VoIP/video conferencing can now be delivered via a single connection. Why is the single connection so important? Because it is possible for one device, such as a set top box, to be aware of all of the data coming into and/or out of the household. Here are some of the most obvious possible benefits:

Caller ID on screen with options to DVR or send the caller to the voicemail system/engage privacy mode.

Track calls on the television or via a website. Want to surreptitiously monitor a roommate, child, or spouse? Do so online or even on the TV set!

Video conferencing from the living room sofa. This is how video conferencing was meant to be.

The ability to remotely manage DVR content. Anywhere, anytime, no excuses, just pure DVR bliss.

Set-top apps that integrate seamlessly with your content. Imaging seeing detailed stats of sports players when you want them, or being able to Tweet the latest happenings on Fringe or Lost as things happen.

The future is already here now at Verizon FiOS and AT&T U-verse. Look for an Uverse coupon code and/or Verizon FiOS specials when shopping to get the best deal on tomorrow's digital entertainment today.

 

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