FutureFive Australia - Consumer technology news from the future

Australian Stories

TV on Demand stories

Global Stories

TV on Demand stories

Shows on the go: By 2020 TV as we know it may not exist
Digital Entertainment

Shows on the go: By 2020 TV as we know it may not exist

Ericsson report forecasts mobile screens to dominate TV viewing by 2020, with on-demand and VR reshaping the landscape.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
US TV broadcasters now want to help you binge watch your favourite shows
Digital Entertainment

US TV broadcasters now want to help you binge watch your favourite shows

At gatherings last month, US broadcasters were demanding the ability to make all episodes of any new TV series they pick up available on demand.

By Robin Lake • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2016
National government hindering progress in television captioning, says Green Party
Digital Entertainment

National government hindering progress in television captioning, says Green Party

Green Party calls for mandatory captioning of television in New Zealand, saying government isn't doing enough for disabled people.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2014

Stories from Other Regions

TV on Demand stories

Quickflix: Why it's really worth it
Digital Entertainment

Quickflix: Why it's really worth it

Quickflix, New Zealand's original online movie and TV streaming service, is offering all movie and TV buffs a one month free trial along with a bonus.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 14th Dec 2015
TVNZ OnDemand to unveil brand new look
Gaming

TVNZ OnDemand to unveil brand new look

TVNZ OnDemand has today announced it will be launching a new interface in February, aiming to optimise Kiwis' viewing experiences.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2015
Kiwi youth indulging in illegal downloads
Gaming

Kiwi youth indulging in illegal downloads

Almost half of those surveyed admit to unauthorised streaming of TV programmes and almost a third indulge in unauthorised downloading of movies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2015
TVNZ OnDemand to attract family audience following web awards sweep
Digital Entertainment

TVNZ OnDemand to attract family audience following web awards sweep

After sweeping web awards, TVNZ OnDemand aims to captivate family viewers with exclusive kids' content and record streaming numbers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2014