Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched the ‘BSNL Live TV’ app that is meant for Android TV users in India, initially reported Telecom Talk. The users who want to download this application; they can do it from the Google Play Store and use it for their Android TVs. The BSNL Live TV App has been published by WeConnect. However, there are very few downloads on the Google Play.
The App section reveals that the, “Our service offers a unified 4K HEVC network in India, providing Cable TV, Internet, and Landline Telephone services through a single CPE. This device features a 4K video interface, built-in Wi-Fi router, access to major OTT apps, and integrated CCTV capabilities, all operated via an Android-based system.”
It remains to be seen what will be the response of this app. The telecom service provider is currently offering IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) services through fiber at very low rates. We expect a competition from Reliance Jio as well as Bharti Airtel.
“BSNL is providing lnternet Protocol television (IPTV) services via fibre at the rate of Rs 130/- per month. HD Packs are available under two plans, HD starter at Rs 270 with 211 TV channels and HD Bonanza at Rs 400 with 223 TV channels. BSNL IPTV service can work without a set-top box in Android TV sets,” said a press release from February 2, 2024.
BSNL is currently in the process of launching 4G across the country and we expect the service provider to reach every corner of the country soon.
