General LF Discussion

[TWCCraig]

Well either way I'd be in favor of a new designed STAR whether good or bad. I'd like to see new icons as well on the new STAR.

[Evan2015]

Also, to respond to some of you, I can't imagine that TWC will be developing a new STAR, considering they just released the IS2 a couple of years ago.  This "new platform" almost sounds like the squeezeback will be the new "LOT8s."  This does not explain what the fate will be of the IS2; can't believe they would ditch something like that so quickly, unless it's got to do with money.

And, unless TWC gains great profits from it, I don't think the playlist disappearing would matter to the company or the average viewer.  I know some might miss it, but I don't think that's their primary concern.

I believe that the new STAR there developing would probably be used only on the SD channel to replace the aging Inteillistar. I don't think the squeezeback will replace the LOT8s and will probably be used in Long-form programs.

Why would TWC release a new SD-only STAR? Think about it, they could possibly save TONS of money by having cable companies show the HD feed (letterboxed, similar to CNN and Fox News) on the SD channel if they have an IS2. Not to mention that, yes, the Intellistar is aging but, it's built on much better technology and hardware than 4000s and XLs were, they were built to last, and they will last.

[Zach]

I think you've got it backwards Evan.. a new STAR to head ends for TWC would actually be beneficial since the units are leased (?), and a subscription to TWC

anyways.. full screen LF @ :08 now.. is this only on DP/WN?

[Mike M]

anyways.. full screen LF @ :08 now.. is this only on DP/WN?

Yes... hopefully it stays that way.

[Patricius Maximus]

Apparently the "squeezeback attack" has been repulsed. For what it's worth, I got this reply from a message I sent to TWC via their feedback page:

We we were just doing some testing that has ended. Your lot8s have returned to normal.

[Zach]

Now if only the January/February 2012 playlist was just a "test"...

[gt1racerlHDl]

i would love to see pictures or some specs on the new platform 

[Zach]

i would love to see pictures or some specs on the new platform 

We don't even know if it's out yet..

[Austin M.]

Well either way I'd be in favor of a new designed STAR whether good or bad. I'd like to see new icons as well on the new STAR.

I liked the ORIGINAL Intellistar (not XL) icons, from 2007.

[Zach]

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[Localonthe8s]

I emailed the music director. He said, "They decided not to use anymore smooth jazz."

[Zach]

Is the music still under the supervision of Picard?

[Mike M]

I emailed the music director. He said, "They decided not to use anymore smooth jazz."

I find it hard to believe you got a reply... no one else ever gets emails from him.

[WeatherWitness]

i would love to see pictures or some specs on the new platform 

We don't even know if it's out yet..

Until Tyler or Martin or other reliable source confirms that there is indeed a new STAR platform, I think we need to be patient and not hold our breath.  Rumors can go a long way, and what if this is one of them?

[toxictwister00]

i would love to see pictures or some specs on the new platform 

We don't even know if it's out yet..

Until Tyler or Martin or other reliable source confirms that there is indeed a new STAR platform, I think we need to be patient and not hold our breath.  Rumors can go a long way, and what if this is one of them?

I agree, I don't believe there's gonna be a new STAR anytime soon.