Mobile TV kick-off threatened

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Mobile TV kick-off threatened

THE ERA OF MOBILE television has been on the horizon for a number of years. As early as 2005, pay-TV operator MultiChoice had tested mobile TV in conjunction with South Africa's cellular operators, allowing trialists to watch events such as the 2006 Football World Cup, music and even full-length movies on special cellphones. However, it hasn't been able to launch a commercial service because the Department of Communications has yet to issue a policy document that lays out the regulation of both mobile broadcasting and digital terrestrial TV.
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I was under the impression that DSTV started broadcasting illegally, and this continued for a good few years, until they were eventually licenced.

Don't ask for permission, beg for forgiveness! Flick the switch.
 
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