On December 20, 2023, TF1 detailed the conditions for the launch of TF1+, a new video streaming platform. Following Salto’s death, TF1+ must leave its mark on the French audiovisual group’s ambitions in the digital market. The aim is to capture market share from SVOD giants such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ or Apple TV+, which are increasingly popular over traditional linear television. To convince the public, TF1 has developed an ambitious and innovative service, here’s what you need to remember.
When can TF1+ be used?
TF1+’s release date has been announced January 8, 2024. The launch is planned simultaneously on all compatible platforms. As with MYTF1, you must reside in French territory to legally view TF1+ content.
Is TF1+ free or paid?
Access to TF1+: free for all users, but the platform displays ads for a fee. Those who want to get rid of this and thus have a more comfortable experience can subscribe to the subscription plan. TF1+ Premium. This costs €5.99 per month or €59.99 per year and is inherited from MYTF1 Max.
On which devices can you watch TF1+?
TF1+ is available in most systems that plug into our connected displays. The platform is available locally at: Smart TV and TV box under Google TV, on TVs from Samsung, LG, Philips, Xiaomi, Sony, TCL and Hisense, as well as devices from the Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV family. TF1 announced that the new Hisense television models, expected in April 2024, will be delivered in France with the TF1+ button integrated into the remote control. The group also held discussions about promoting the TF1+ application on the home page of televisions of various brands.
TF1 also knows that the French are sticking with their operator TV boxes: TF1+ will be available on the following products:Orange and Bouygues Telecom From January 2024, then from SFR from March. For now, Freebox owners are deprived of the platform. No agreement was made with Canal+ regarding the distribution of the service to its customers.
TF1+ can also be viewed from a screen. Android smartphone or tablet, an iPhone and an iPad via an app. On PC, you’ll have to check out the web version of the platform while waiting for a potential implementation for Windows and macOS.
What is the TF1+ catalogue?
TF1 promises “Over 15,000 hours of entertainment and information content is always available.”From the launch of TF1+. While MYTF1 still remains a replay platform first and foremost, TF1+ is truly moving towards true video-on-demand. The entire catalog consists of 200 feature films, 200 TV movies and 200 TV series. For example, on the French production side we have access to the following information: HPI or Sam. Sam’s seventh season will also premiere on the service at the same time, on January 8, 2024. For fans of American fiction, Vampires Diaries is particularly making headlines.
Otherwise, TF1+ relies heavily on flagship entertainment to stand out. Voice and Koh-Lanta are fully available, and exclusive content is planned on the platform. Star Academy, Quotidien or Plus belle la vie (He will make a comeback on January 8). Teenagers and young adults are not forgotten. TF1 ensured its existence “50 basic brands” This is for the audience. Paw Patrol, Miraculous and Naruto are among those chosen.
The TF1+ offering is supported by: fifty FAST channels (Free Ad Supported TV). These are linear streaming channels, each specializing in a specific theme. Romantic comedies, thrillers, humor, manga and even Christmas movies; All these genres will have their own dedicated FAST channels.
To diversify its offering, TF1 has also designed new information formats specific to TF1+. BEST INFORMATION It consists of five days of content lasting 3 to 6 minutes, prepared by the TF1 editorial staff. More suited to video-on-demand uses, this offering provides a summary of the day’s main news.
Thanks to extended rights, TF1+ makes its content available for a minimum of 30 days and up to 48 months. At this point, the platform is more generous than MYTF1.
What are the features of TF1+?
In addition to the options already available in MYTF1, TF1+ benefits from two new advanced features: TOP CHRONO and SYNCHRONOUS.
TO GO
The TOP CHRONO function was temporarily introduced in MYTF1 during the Rugby World Cup and is being reintroduced in TF1+. It allows you to make a selection of the strongest moments of a match based on artificial intelligence. Summaries are tailor-made for 5, 10 or 15 minutes, depending on the time available to the viewer.
SYNCHRONICITY
Another important innovation of the platform is SYNCHRO. This is an algorithm that will recommend programs for users to watch in groups, based on the profile of the people in front of the screen. The purpose of this personalized content selection is to stop wasting time choosing programs. “TF1+ solves our market’s biggest challenge by integrating a global smart recommendation innovation that adapts to multiple people: quickly finding the right content to watch with multiple people.”excites Claire Basini, Executive Vice President of B2C activities.
SYNCHRO is also compatible with the resume reader function to quickly find content to watch in a group. However, TF1+ will have to make do without SYNCHRO at launch, and its integration is planned for March 2024.
What is the future of MYTF1?
MYTF1 will coexist with TF1+ for a while, but is doomed to disappear in the medium or long term. TF1 has little intention of continuing the old platform that offers nothing but the new offering and will want to force users to switch to its most complete service. MYTF1 remains an option for those who do not currently have local access to TF1+, such as Free and Canal+ subscribers.
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