DISH TV launches Android TV trio

US pay TV operator DISH TV has announced the launch of its new Android TV Hopper Plus entertainment system.

The company has launched three new devices to integrate with its Hopper whole-home DVR system. Hopper Plus, Joey 4 and Wireless Joey 4 provide access to live TV, VOD content and DVR recordings, along with access to more than 10,000 apps from the Google Play store. 

The Hopper Plus and Joey devices provide access to 2,000 hours of DVR recordings, enhanced search capability, over 60,000 free On Demand titles, and AutoHop, which allows customers to skip commercials on select recordings. Users can also watch all their live and recorded TV shows anywhere with the DISH Anywhere app.

Brian Neylon, DISH TV group president, said:“Since the Hopper’s release, DISH has continued to be a pioneer and innovate our best-in-class Hopper system. “DISH TV is all about providing the best service, technology and value in the industry.

“ Hopper Plus is the next evolution of our award-winning whole-home DVR system and delivers an industry-leading viewing experience. It offers convenience for our customers to do more in one place, accessing their favourite live TV, streaming services and smart-home technologies all from their DISH Home screen.”