Platform Migration

Transform Your TV Service

Switching from a legacy TV system to a modern multi-screen solution is simple with SmartLabs. Our team has deep expertise in migrating RF cable, IPTV, and OTT operators to our powerful streaming video platform.

Why Migrate?

Legacy platforms limit your ability to compete in today's market:

• Outdated user experience - Subscribers expect modern, intuitive interfaces
• Limited device support - Can't reach viewers on mobile and smart TVs
• High maintenance costs - Aging infrastructure requires constant attention
• Missing features - No catch-up TV, cloud DVR, or personalization
• Vendor lock-in - Dependent on vendors who may discontinue support

Legacy Set-Top Box Migration

One of the biggest concerns operators face when considering platform migration is their existing STB fleet. Replacing thousands of deployed devices represents a massive capital expenditure that can make migration projects economically unfeasible.

SmartLabs solves this problem.

Preserve Your Hardware Investment

Our engineering team has extensive experience working with legacy set-top boxes from virtually every major manufacturer. We can deploy the SmartTUBE client application on your existing devices, eliminating the need for wholesale hardware replacement.

Key advantages:

• Significant cost savings - Avoid millions in new STB procurement costs
• Faster rollout - No logistics of shipping, installing, and collecting old devices
• Subscriber convenience - No disruption or confusion from device swaps
• Gradual upgrade path - Replace devices naturally through normal attrition

Expertise Beyond Vendor Support

Many operators are trapped with legacy STBs from vendors who have discontinued support, gone out of business, or simply stopped maintaining older firmware. This creates a critical challenge: how do you migrate when even the original manufacturer can't help?

Our team's deep expertise makes this possible:

• Reverse engineering capabilities - We understand legacy device architectures at the firmware level
• Custom client development - Purpose-built SmartTUBE clients for unsupported hardware
• 15+ years of experience - We've seen and solved virtually every legacy STB challenge
• In-house hardware lab - Extensive collection of legacy devices for testing and development
• Direct chipset knowledge - Experience with all major SoC platforms used in set-top boxes

Broad Platform Compatibility

Our team has successfully migrated operators from a wide range of legacy systems:

• Linux-based IPTV set-top boxes
• Android and Android TV devices
• Hybrid DVB/IP receivers
• Legacy middleware platforms
• Regional and proprietary systems
• End-of-life hardware from major manufacturers

Whatever platform you're currently running, contact us - chances are we've worked with similar technology or can develop a custom solution.

Our Migration Approach

SmartLabs makes migration as smooth, painless, and profitable as possible:

1. Assessment & Planning

• Comprehensive audit of existing STB fleet and firmware versions
• Device compatibility analysis and client development roadmap
• Subscriber data mapping and migration strategy
• Risk assessment and rollback planning

2. Client Development

• Custom SmartTUBE client builds for your specific hardware
• Extensive QA testing on actual deployed devices
• Performance optimization for legacy hardware constraints
• Feature parity assessment and prioritization

3. Staged Rollout

• Pilot deployment to subset of subscribers
• Remote OTA firmware updates - no truck rolls
• Real-time monitoring and issue resolution
• Phased expansion based on success metrics

4. Full Migration

• Bulk deployment to remaining subscriber base
• 24/7 support during migration window
• Subscriber data and preferences preserved
• Legacy platform decommissioning support

What Gets Migrated

Component	Migration Approach
Subscriber accounts	Automatic data transfer with credentials preserved
Viewing history	Full history migrated for personalization
Recordings (nPVR)	Converted to cloud DVR format
Subscriptions	Package mappings maintained
Set-top boxes	OTA firmware updates with SmartTUBE client
Content metadata	Enriched with new platform capabilities

New Device Options

For subscribers who do need new hardware, or for gradual fleet upgrades:

Android TV Devices

• 4K HDR support
• Voice control integration
• App store access
• Chromecast built-in

Linux Set-Top Boxes

• Optimized performance
• Lower cost per device
• Proven reliability
• Long-term support

Multi-Screen Apps

• iOS and Android mobile
• Smart TV applications
• Web browser access

Business Benefits

Reduce Costs

• Preserve existing STB investment
• Eliminate legacy system maintenance
• Lower support overhead
• No mass hardware procurement

Increase Revenue

• Enable premium features (4K, multi-room)
• Dynamic ad insertion capabilities
• New subscription tiers
• Multi-screen upsell opportunities

Retain Subscribers

• Modern user experience on familiar devices
• Feature parity with competitors
• Improved reliability and quality
• Seamless transition with no service disruption