To optimise the gaming experience and enable 3D user interfaces running together with ultra-high-definition video decoding, the STiH412 has an SoC architecture which combines state-of-the-art graphic capabilities and highly efficient offload processors. The STB platform is offered with a transcode capability which allows broadcast content to be distributed on a smartphone, tablet or second screen at home without consuming any of the broadband connection bandwidth. To support Google Hangout, the device features a VP8 encoder. The STB platform’s power efficiency is suitable for both fanless and small form-factor boxes.
“This new platform builds on ST’s success in deploying volume quantities of Android-based set-top boxes,” commented Gian Luca Bertino, Executive Vice President, General Manager Digital Product Group, STMicroelectronics. “This puts ST in an ideal position to support the rapid deployment of the latest Android TV 5.0 Lollipop version in a compelling offer for Pay-TV operators.”
