CommScope Launches HomeVista™ Streamer Solutions at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2022

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CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) has launched HomeVista™, a pre-integrated video solution designed for service providers to expedite the introduction of innovative video services. This portfolio utilizes AndroidTV and RDK technology, enabling service providers to offer personalized streaming and live TV experiences while significantly reducing development costs. HomeVista includes features like customizable apps and an evergreen consumer experience through cloud-based AppCloud. Demonstrations will occur at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo from September 19-22 in Philadelphia.

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• Launch of HomeVista™ solutions enhances service providers' ability to deliver video services rapidly.
• Utilizes open-source technologies like AndroidTV and RDK, improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
• Ability for service providers to customize user experience with dedicated apps and user interfaces.
• Cloud-based AppCloud technology simplifies application delivery and maintenance.

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— Revolutionary pre-integrated video solution to accelerate time-to-market —

HICKORY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM), announced the launch of HomeVista™ solutions, a portfolio that leverages the technologies of AndroidTV and RDK-based streamer solutions for service providers to simplify and accelerate the introduction of new, innovative video services.

CommScope's HomeVista

With HomeVista solutions, service providers can deliver video services that offer streaming services and live TV with an individualized user experience, introduce streamer services to the market faster, and reduce development costs by avoiding fully customized solutions.

The HomeVista solution employs open-source software, including AndroidTV and RDK to deliver pre-integrated leading streaming applications that may include Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube and more.¹

The RDK-based HomeVista solution includes AppCloud from ActiveVideo, which provides operators the ability to deliver the latest, most up to date OTT content and applications. As opposed to traditional native app ports that can be resource intensive, time consuming and difficult to maintain, AppCloud runs standard Android OTT apps in the cloud and leverages state-of-the-art virtualization. This modern approach allows app providers to deliver app-based entertainment quickly and cost-effectively to operators at scale and makes it simple for service providers to deliver and maintain an evergreen OTT consumer experience.

“Our service provider customers are looking to us to offer next-generation solutions that combine top tier OTT applications with their streamed TV services to take their subscribers’ viewing experience to the next level,” stated Joe Chow, President, Home Networks, CommScope. “Our HomeVista portfolio enables our service provider customers to bring streaming video services to market faster than ever before.”

Within a defined scope, the HomeVista solution offers service providers the opportunity to customize the consumer experience through:

• Installation of their own TV app that can be launched on boot and via a dedicated remote-control unit (RCU) button. It is also prominently displayed on the user interface (UI).
• Customizable splash screen, RCU and streamer case

CommScope Home Networks Professional Services can provide additional customization on the HomeVista platform.

HomeVista solutions are also fully manageable, including USP (TR-369), and there is the option to use the HomeAssure® Software Update Service for life-cycle management.

The HomeVista suite of market-ready 4K UHD, Wi-Fi 6/Ethernet-connected streamers utilize high-performance hardware with a variety of form-factors including dongle and compact set-top. Voice-enabled services are supported via optional push-to-talk remote controls. These solutions have been designed with sustainability objectives in mind, including:

• Use of Post-Consumer Resin (PCR) for casings
• Elimination of single-use plastics in packaging
• Low-power hardware
• Efficient transportation options

HomeVista solutions will be demonstrated at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo on Sept. 19-22 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at Booth #7122.

Please contact us to learn more or visit https://www.commscope.com/.

All trademarks identified by ™ or ® are trademarks or registered trademarks of CommScope, Inc. in the U.S. and may be registered in other countries. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. All other product names, trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

About CommScope:

CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) is pushing the boundaries of technology to create the world’s most advanced wired and wireless networks. Our global team of employees, innovators and technologists empower customers to anticipate what’s next and invent what’s possible. Discover more at www.commscope.com.

CommScope is the majority owner of ActiveVideo, a joint venture company owned by CommScope and Charter Communications.

This press release includes forward-looking statements that are based on information currently available to management, management’s beliefs, as well as on a number of assumptions concerning future events. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, which could cause the actual results to differ materially from those currently expected. In providing forward-looking statements, the company does not intend, and is not undertaking any obligation or duty, to update these statements as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Source: CommScope

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1} Specific set may vary by software platform. May require commercial agreements and certifications with the streaming service providers

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News Media Contact:

Kelsey Rowley, CommScope

+1-215-279-3962 or publicrelations@commscope.com

Financial Contact:

Michael McCloskey, CommScope

+1-828-431-9874 or Michael.McCloskey@commscope.com

Source: CommScope

FAQ

What is CommScope's new product HomeVista™?

HomeVista™ is a portfolio of pre-integrated video solutions utilizing AndroidTV and RDK technology, designed to help service providers launch innovative video services quickly.

How does HomeVista™ benefit service providers?

It allows service providers to deliver customized streaming services and live TV experiences while reducing development costs and accelerating time-to-market.

Where will HomeVista™ be showcased?

HomeVista™ will be demonstrated at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo from September 19-22, 2022, in Philadelphia.

What technology underpins HomeVista™ solutions?

HomeVista™ leverages AndroidTV and RDK-based streamer solutions, incorporating open-source software for enhanced flexibility.

What are the sustainability features of HomeVista™?

HomeVista™ includes eco-friendly designs, such as Post-Consumer Resin for casings, elimination of single-use plastics in packaging, and low-power hardware.