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OTT and Connected TV platforms are rapidly replacing traditional TV. Content owners also find a suitable video platform to stream content across the channels. Let us explore more about the OTT & CTV technology
At the moment, everyone is talking about over-the-top media (OTT) and connected television (CTV), but the two are often misconstrued or used interchangeably.
All of us are experiencing new things through OTT and CTV. For consumers, it means watching TV on multiple screens without having to subscribe to cable or satellite. It's a creative way for advertisers to reach a new and unique audience.
Have a look at the difference between OTT TV and Connected TV,
OTT (Over-the-top)
With over-the-top video (OTT), users are able to watch content on all types of devices, including closed TVs. Most OTT contents are accessed via the internet, so users do not need to pay a cable company to access them.
OTT boxes and streaming devices (e.g. Chromecast, Amazon Fire sticks, Roku boxes, smart TVs, Apple TVs) can also be used to watch the content.
The benefits of OTT include:
It is easy for you to reach many people.
Almost all ads are viewed 100%.
All advertisements run full screen meaning 100% of pixels are in view.
Across reliable networks and popular content, viewers are reached with advertisements delivered on-demand or during live TV.
Connected TV (CTV):
The term "connected TV" (CTV) describes a type of TV that can connect to the Internet to provide access to content beyond what cable or broadband providers provide.
Additionally, CTVs also include OTT devices connected to traditional TVs, allowing the TV to connect to the Internet along with smart TVs and IPTVs.
Benefits of CTV:
CTV helps you reach customers that you can't reach through traditional TV commercials.