26 April 2005
Home telephone and communication companies are expected to invest heavily in internet potential in the near future, according to technological experts.
The impending revolution in telecommunications via the internet is seen as solace for flagging traditional fixed line services, through the well known VoIP technology but also the lesser known TV via Internet Protocol (IPTV) technology.
"IPTV is seen as an opportunity for telcos to win back customers from the satellite and cable companies that have offered voice calls, TV and internet access," explains Karthik Ranjan, director of product marketing at IPTV set-top box maker Amino.
"This model is already working in the US and France, " Mr Ranjan continued, "and Home Choice and Kingston Communications are offering IPTV services in London and Yorkshire".
Darren Lewitt, divisional director at distributor Midwich added: "Consumers want bridges to 'unified', high-speed, quality auditory, collaborative, informative and visual services no matter where they are.
"Within three to seven years, telephone services as we currently understand them will become an adjunct to the internet."
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