Intel has officially announced it will be launching an internet-based television service — and it will use cameras to monitor your viewing habits.The set-top box will combine access to cable and satellite connections with an internet feed. The main selling point will be the ability to get a more specific choice of channels to pay for, rather than be forced to subscribe to large “tier” package.
That is of course reliant on channel providers playing ball. Because of this problem, Intel plans to launch on a market by market basis and try to reach favorable deals in particular locations rather than negotiate nationally.
The theory is that the service could overcome the trend of people abandoning premium cable for the basic service or cancelling altogether. Intel believes people who aren’t willing to shell out for an expensive package might still be willing to pay a little extra for content they really want.
Where possible, Intel plans to offer a catch-up service that allows customers to watch shows via the Internet connection, without the need to record them in advance.
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