Rogers cuts new ten-year tech and product deal with Comcast
Summary
And it also means that Rogers, Canadas largest cable operator, will continue to tap into technologies and products developed by Comcast. Under the new, ten-year deal, Rogers will deploy products powered by EntertainmentOS, Comcasts global operating system for streaming devices and smart TVs. "We plan to bring the best of DOCSIS 4.0 to Canadians, building off of Comcasts roadmap," the Rogers official said, noting that more details will become available closer to launch. Rogers noted it will be the first Canadian operator to deploy Comcasts new "Storm-Ready WiFi" product, which is equipped with cellular backup and a rechargeable battery. The Toronto-based operator said it will announce commercial details as products and services linked to the Comcast agreement are made available starting later this year.