The television has power of influence when it comes to the youths because many of the things that we see on the small screen inspire and challenge for the best. I hope you had a lovely weekend, I won’t dwell much on where were you or who were you with just hoping the weekend was fun packed. On to the television channels, a lot of programming has been taking place and good thing, we are still spoilt for choices nevertheless our ZBC TV as always is continuing to grow and develop for the better.

Rumour has it that this season we are likely to have new soaps coming on board, which means we are spoilt for choices.

My question however is what happened to the Multichoice Africa call for content?

Are we set to see any Zimbabwean quality productions hit the new Zambezi channel?

Meanwhile I have been receiving a lot of feedback from people asking me how far we are on digitalization and when we can expect the total switch over.

The truth is that it seems like right now your guess is as good as mine. Maybe all we need to do is make sure that South Africa does not outstrip us and we can claim the better-late-than-never accolades at the same time.

On a happy note, tonight is the 15th anniversary of the BET awards and the show will be screened on channel 129, although in US the show took place on Sunday night.

Be guided, it’s only for those with premium and compact bouquets.

Zimbabwe is set to make history by performing at the glamorous ceremony.

Yes, our very own Tinashe Kachingwe is expected to pay tribute to Janet Jackson as she joins the diva together with Ciara and Jason Derulo in their performance.

We say, make it happen Tinashe and thanks for acknowledging the news that you are Zimbabwean and love the country.

However, so far, Africa is still far on these awards because the Best International Act will still go to the owners of the game.

Six times consecutive winner Nicki Minaj, is also amongst the nominees and some fans have been complaining why it is always her.

Don’t we have other female rappers who meet her standards or what?

Minaj and Chris Brown, who have won a handful of BET awards over the years, are the top nominees with six each. Brown was nominated twice for video of the year with his hits “Loyal” and “New Flame”.

Other nominees for the top prize included Minaj’s eye-popping video for “Anaconda”, Beyonce’s “7 /11”, Big Sean’s “IDFWU” and Common and John Legend’s Oscar-winning “Glory”, from the film “Selma”.

Again MultiChoice launches connected entertainment services but you definitely need a PVR Explora.

MultiChoice has unveiled its connected services for the DStv Explora and Zimbabwean subscribers will now be able to connect their DStv Explora to the Internet and unlock a world of entertainment through DStv Catch Up Plus and also set Remote Recordings.

DStv Catch Up Plus will give DStv Premium subscribers – with an active Explora subscription – access to more than 300 titles of great series, movies and other exclusive content. Subscribers can download up to 25 titles at a time from the Internet to their DStv Explora.

The data charges for these download will be as per the subscriber’s data plan with their Internet Service Provider and for their account.

DStv Catch Up, which is currently available on PVRs and the DStv Explora, offers catch up content that is instantly available for viewing – this is also known as Push Video On Demand.

DStv Catch Up Plus is an additional catalogue of catch up content that can be downloaded to be watched later on the DStv Explora – which is known as Pull Video On Demand.

Another fantastic feature of Connected Services is Remote Recording. This lets subscribers schedule recordings via their laptop, smartphone or tablet when they’re away from home. All they have to do is to log into TV Guide on the DStv website or app using their Connect ID and select the programme they would like to record. This programme will then be recorded and will be added to their Explora playlist. Never miss a programme when away from home ever again!

Subscribers can also use the DStv NOW app, which will enable them to set recordings from any IOS or Android mobile device.

“When we launched the Explora in 2013, we promised that we’d make it even better – we’re now delivering on that promise,” said Liz Dziva public relations and publicity manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe.

Liz Dziva continued saying, “The DStv Explora is a great platform that enables us to offer our subscribers a range of services that will take their entertainment to the next level. Catch Up Plus and Remote Recording are just the first of many Connected Services to come.

This is just the beginning.”

To enjoy these connected services, subscribers will need to link their DStv Explora to their existing Internet router, either by cable or using the DStv WiFi Connector.

Access to DStv’s connected services is included with the monthly DStv Premium subscription and access fee. Any DStv Explora subscriber can use Remote Recording, however DStv Catch Up Plus is exclusively available to DStv Premium subscribers.

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