MultiChoice has revealed a new online TV guide and recommendation system called \u201ctheguide\u201d.<\/p>\n
The system is still in development, but if all goes well in the coming weeks, they aim to launch it on 3 October, said\u00a0MultiChoice\u2019s head of content Aletta Alberts.<\/p>\n
Billed as a \u201csmart new way” to help sift through the hundreds of new shows and movies released every year, “theguide” by DStv aims to spotlight content that you might like.<\/p>\n
It features curated playlists, recommendations based on top shows, and will call attention to forthcoming attractions.<\/p>\n
You will also be able to request recommendations based on your mood, or what you are in the mood for.<\/p>\n
A slider will let you select between moods such as jumpy, happy, and sad, and recommend shows and movies accordingly.<\/p>\n
Alberts said the recommendation engine isn\u2019t limited to genres, ensuring that subscribers aren\u2019t narrowly recommended content.<\/p>\n
The guide will recommend according to content tastes and themes, so if you\u2019re into the Kardashians, you may be recommended other \u201cfamily saga\u201d content such as Game of Thrones or a documentary on Donald Trump.<\/p>\n
The guide will also contain a new interactive TV guide. You will be able to search for series or films, and set them to record on your Explora decoder online.<\/p>\n
It takes the form of a responsive website which will be available on desktop browsers, smartphones, and tablets. A limited version will also be available on the DStv Explora decoder.<\/p>\n
DStv plans to expand the system, adding more features and improving recommendations as it gathers data on people\u2019s viewing preferences.<\/p>\n
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