SBC Communications has formed a joint venture with 2Wire to deliver a home entertainment service that integrates satellite TV programming, digital video recording, video on demand, and Internet content via an IPTV set-top box. The service will use 2Wire's MediaPortal set-top box, which will receive DISH Network satellite programming as well as provide a DSL interface for downloading video and music content. The box includes high-definition Digital Video Recorder (DVR) capability. 2Wire's box server as a home digital media server and features...
