Context:
Indian telecom operators have formally requested the government to conduct an auction for the spectrum designated for direct-to-mobile (D2M) technology services.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Technology: Revolutionizing Content Delivery
Underlying Science:
- D2M technology operates on a principle similar to FM radio, utilizing a receiver within the device to access diverse radio frequencies.
Broadband-Broadcast Fusion:
- A cutting-edge fusion of broadband and broadcast, D2M leverages mobile phones to capture territorial digital TV signals.
Streaming without Internet Dependency:
- D2M facilitates the direct streaming of multimedia content, including live TV matches, to mobile phones without relying on internet connectivity.
Versatility of D2M:
- D2M ensures the direct and reliable delivery of emergency alerts, authentic disaster management audio content, and citizen-centric information, all without dependence on internet or cellular networks.
Benefits for Consumers:
- Consumers benefit from reduced reliance on internet data consumption for staying informed and entertained.
Challenges:
- D2M technology is still in the developmental stage.
- A significant challenge lies in bringing various stakeholders, including telecommunications, on board to launch D2M technology on a wide scale.
-Source: Times of India
