Monday, June 21, 2021

The break between the network and content

Pure OTT allows the operator to have an independent product to sell not only to the end user but also to ISPs that do not have their own TV services. DirectvGo is so far the only one of this category available in Argentina, although Telefónica is expected to launch a similar strategy soon with Movistar Play. However, it still has to motivate the use of the platforms and alliances with international production companies, which seems to be the most effective way.

In 2020 Movistar launched its OTT strategy through two lines, which it maintains through separate business models: with Movistar Play as a linear TV product, called Movistar Pack Tele, and with the incorporation of Play Box, which turns TV into Smart, emerged as a combo with the fiber, that adds 200,000 clients. The first is a TV service that includes 100 HD signals and the possibility of adding Pack Fútbol, HBO Pack, Fox Premium and Amazon Prime Video. The Play Box, with a Movistar interface (on Android), allows the user to download apps, such as Netflix or Amazon, or music.

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