Joining the MPEG-H Audio Trademark Program, ZTE begins certification for its first MPEG-H Audio enabled set-top box, paving the way for Brazil’s next-generation DTV+ experience.
ZTE, a leading global provider of telecommunications and technology solutions, has joined the MPEG-H Audio Trademark Program and started the certification process for its first MPEG-H Audio-enabled set-top box. This milestone ensures that viewers will be able to fully enjoy Brazil’s upcoming DTV+ broadcast standard without the need for an entirely new home setup.
Brazil’s DTV+ rollout, planned for next year, introduces advanced features such as immersive and personalized sound powered by MPEG-H Audio. These capabilities enhance accessibility and deliver a next-generation viewing experience for millions of households. Certification under the MPEG-H Audio Trademark Program guarantees interoperability and compliance with the standard, giving manufacturers and broadcasters confidence in seamless integration.
The ZTE set-top box will be showcased at CES 2026 in the Fraunhofer suite 34-209 at The Venetian Hotel, offering a first look at ZTE’s commitment to innovation and user experience in the evolving broadcast landscape.
About ZTE
ZTE Corporation is a global leader in telecommunications and information technology, providing innovative solutions for network, devices, and cloud computing. Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, ZTE serves customers in over 160 countries and regions, driving digital transformation and connectivity worldwide.
About Fraunhofer IIS
For over 30 years, the Audio and Media Technologies division of Fraunhofer IIS has been shaping the globally deployed standards and technologies in the fields of audio and moving picture production. Starting with the creation of mp3 and continuing with the co-development of AAC and the Digital Cinema Initiative test plan, almost all consumer electronic devices, computers and mobile phones are equipped with systems and technologies from Erlangen today. Meanwhile, a new generation of best-in-class media technologies – such as MPEG-H Audio, xHE-AAC, EVS, LC3/LC3plus, NESC, Symphoria, Sonamic and upHear – is elevating the user experience to new heights. Always taking into account the demands of the market, Fraunhofer IIS develops technology that makes memorable moments.
