Tech
Survey finds listening to news an ‘important driver’ for use of smart speakers
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Thirty-seven percent of respondents who had listened to news in the week before taking the survey said they had listened to at least two hours of news.
How to use digital tools to archive and verify videos
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Reporters now have a slew of free online tools to help separate factual from fake videos, just in time for campaign ad season.
Tech
Digital team narrows search for developer of universal pubmedia sign-in
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At the PMBA Conference, KQED Chief Digital Officer Tim Olson discussed plans for a shared digital infrastructure for public media.
PBS
Public TV begins transition to new interconnection system
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Proponents say the system designed to move content from expensive satellite transponders to a terrestrial fiber-based system will be cheaper and more versatile.
Tech
Arizona PBS becomes first pubcaster to test ATSC 3.0
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Engineers are examining signal performance, testing interactive functionalities and checking cable integration.
Tech
Planners of universal sign-in for pubmedia platforms see benefits in understanding audience
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A working group convened by CPB has endorsed a systemwide approach to user management, with the goal of enabling products and services to build loyalty and boost financial support.
Tech
Station leaders at TechCon weigh moving ahead with ATSC 3.0
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Broadcasters expressed optimism about making the transition to the new broadcast standard work for them, even as many raised questions about the logistics and expenses involved.
Tech
Joint master controls look to help stations prepare for ATSC 3.0
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As public TV engineering leaders navigate their stations through the post-auction channel restructuring and the looming transition to ATSC 3.0, they’ll be re-evaluating the future of their master control facilities.
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How to make sure your website works for all users
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Making your webpages accessible means not only folk who are blind/deaf can enjoy them, but also every past, present and future browser and search engine can make sense of your site.