Gadgets
New Low-Cost DSTV HD Decoder Revealed
Multichoice shows off its new HD Decoder which doesn’t break the bank…

Giving sports and entertainment fanatics another option, DSTV has unveiled a brand new decoder – the HD Decoder – which is a low-cost unit that delivers HD viewing without the PVR video recording features.
According to the Multichoice press release, the new HD Decoder will be priced at R499 on its own, or for R799 with installation.
The device has Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound and can be paired with selected XtraView compatible decoders, excluding the SD PVR.
Check out some of the key features of the new DSTV HD Decoder.
- View 1 channel at a time
- HD Capable (720i and 1080i)
- Dolby Digital 5.1 capable
- Content Discovery with multiple search options
- 8 Day TV Guide
- Reminders
- 24 Hour i-Plate
- Parental Control
- XtraView Capable
- Widescreen Capable
- Hearing Impaired Subtitles (when available)
- User friendly HD menus
- Interactive Applications (SuperSport, News24, Weather, and more)
Continue Reading