The functionality requires new hardware for most but might become an enticing new free option for cord-cutters.

Users can start a program from the beginning, even if they tune in after it starts.

Viewers can also flip through specific segments without needing traditional viewer apps.

Over-the-air TV might soon receive interactive functionality similar to streaming

ROXi’s technology, called FastStream, enables the functionality by temporarily downloading software into a equipment’s memory.

However, after years of availability, ATSC 3.0 still isn’t widely available.

Those disadvantages caused LG todropATSC 3.0 from its sets.

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