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On Wednesday, September 30th, our founder, Nick Kelsey, joined the ATSC The Broadcast Standards Association for their in-person TG3 meeting in San Francisco, which coincided with the Consumer Technology Association's Fall Forum. #atsc3 #broadcasting #silicondust

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 01/10/2026

As a member of the ATSC TG3/S36 Specialist Group on ATSC 3.0 Security, two recent contributions were passed by member voting. The first update fixes a security issue with OCSP validation and the second is so that stations won’t drop off air due to OCSP/internet issues. www.atsc.org/atsc-documen...

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3.0 Standards - ATSC : NextGen TV

An ATSC Standard is a document that states basic specifications or criteria that are necessary for effective implementation and interoperability of Advanced Terrestrial Broadcast Systems. Documents ar...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 29/09/2026

If all your recordings disappeared it means the HDHomeRun can no longer find/see your storage device. Your recordings will still be there on the storage device. I can help - drop a quick email to support@silicondust.com and include the device ID of your HDHomeRun.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 29/09/2026

Tomorrow, the Federal Communications Commission will hold its September Open Commission Meeting with docket items to include 911 Framework, Satellite Spectrum, and Robocalls. The meeting starts at 10:30am ET and is live streamed on the FCC's website. #FCC #911 #Robocalls www.fcc.gov/September2026

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 25/09/2026

No one, and we mean NO ONE, likes robocalls. New FCC consumer guides give instructions on call blocking features specific to the nation's top providers and phone models. #fcc #robocalls www.fcc.gov/document/fcc...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 21/09/2026

And, the answer is....drum roll 🥁🥁🥁...Bend, Oregon! bsky.app/profile/sili...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 18/09/2026

Friday Funday! Without using Google or AI, meaning just your brain 🧠😊, where is the last standing Blockbuster store? (Answer to be revealed on Monday, if someone doesn't guess it correctly first!)

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 16/09/2026

Thanks to Dylan Ross for the video! www.linkedin.com/in/djrdylan/

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 15/09/2026

HDHomeRun app release for Roku 20260909 is out. You can now start recording the current channel from Live TV!

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 11/09/2026

Behind every broadcast are people who set aside their own fear and grief to serve their communities when reliable information matters most. We remember those we lost, and we honor those who continued—and still continue—to carry this vital responsibility.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 11/09/2026

They found ways to keep the public informed, connected, and reassured during a time of unimaginable fear and uncertainty. That commitment has continued through every crisis since.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 11/09/2026

On this solemn 25th anniversary, I find myself reflecting on the extraordinary responsibility carried by broadcasters in moments of tragedy. Even as the events of September 11 unfolded—and members of their own broadcasting community were lost—broadcasters carried on.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 04/09/2026

As you plan for your long holiday weekend full of BBQs and time with family and friends, pause to remember the origins of the holiday as it is meant to celebrate workers and their contributions to society. From all of us at Silicondust, enjoy your holiday! news.clearancejobs.com/2021/09/06/l...

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Labor Day Marks the End of Summer, But Its Meaning is Much Deeper

Just as the "meaning" of Memorial Day has sadly been lost in recent years, the truth is very much the same for Labor Day.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 02/09/2026

The current minimum MacOS that Apple allows apps to support (and therefore minimum the HDHomeRun app supports) is MacOS 11. Apple is bumping this minimum to MacOS 12 later this month with the release of MacOS 27 / Xcode 27.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 02/09/2026

Apple is telling developers it is no longer a requirement to build for Intel Macs. At Silicondust we are committed to supporting the HDHomeRun app on all Macs that the Apple tools can support, both Intel and ARM. #apple #hdhomerun #mac

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 31/08/2026

...In a fragmented world, sports still create communal moments. Families watch them together, friends text each other in real time, and as we’re seeing, entire cities change moods based on outcomes. So, I suspect premium sports remain incredibly valuable, perhaps even more than today.”

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 31/08/2026

What stood out most to us is, “People want live events, they want live news, and they particularly want live sports. They want things that AI is not going to be able to replicate. Live sports remains one of the last true mass reach experiences in our culture...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 31/08/2026

An interesting article on what some of the biggest media executives predict what the TV market will look like in three years. These insiders weighed in on government regulation, sports ratings and dominant streaming services. www.cnbc.com/2026/08/17/t...

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What will TV look like in three years? Media insiders share their predictions

CNBC asked media insiders what they think the TV market — from pay TV subscribers to sports ratings — will look like in three years.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 24/08/2026

Yesterday, KSBB-CD in Santa Barbara, CA, transitioned its ATSC 3.0 broadcast signal signing to ATSC3CA™, using these certificates to authenticate its NEXTGEN TV® broadcasts and meet the signing security requirements of the ATSC 3.0 standards. ATSC3CA is operated by Silicondust. www.atsc3ca.com/news/

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 23/08/2026

There is a hidden feature on Apple TV... If you use the HDHomeRun for making recordings, move the HDHomeRun app icon to the top row to get a slideshow of quick-launch recent recordings. #hdhomerun @appletv

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 19/08/2026

HDHomeRun app for Roku release 20260817 is out! Expands support for a wider range of AVC variants.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 14/08/2026

If you have a Roku TV or a Roku Ultra that supports IR remotes - we have tested this remote for use with Roku including number buttons and CH+/CH-. Be sure to use code 6171 (Roku TV) to configure the remote www.amazon.com/dp/B08V329S9...

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Amazon.com: Philips Roku TV Remote Replacement, Compatible with Roku Philips TV : Electronics

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 13/08/2026

HDHomeRun app release for Roku version 20260812 has been submitted. We overhauled the data path to the video player so seeks are faster and reliable. We fixed handling of viewing/seeking to the end of a recording and we added support for remotes with number buttons.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 13/08/2026

The record engine for Linux (x86, x86_64, arm, arm64) yes. The HDHomeRun viewing app - not currently. My home approach is a Win11 PC connected to the TV and a Ubuntu Server system for recording storage (3x18TB ZFS pool).

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 11/08/2026

... the device is supported by all the platforms I regularly use. Even better: It's app agnostic. Use the HDHomeRun app to watch and record live TV, or watch and record programming from another app like Plex, Channels DVR or JellyFin.” And that's why we're the #1 selling NextGen TV® DVR in the U.S.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 11/08/2026

Matthew Keys, Publisher of TheDesk.net, spoke about his first impressions of the Silicondust HDHomeRun, saying: “It lives up to its name, hitting a home run in many ways. Not only does it support most of the broadcast channels in my area (everything except encrypted NextGen TV stations)...

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TheDesk.net: Latest stories on the business of media and technology

The Desk offers the latest news and analysis on the business of streaming media, broadcast TV and radio, journalism, technology and policy.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 05/08/2026

HDHomeRun app for Roku release 20260731 is out! Now featuring a progress bar for Live TV, much improved offline handling, and a rollup of important bugfixes.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 05/08/2026

Showing some love for Australia... HDHomeRun apps for Android, Fire TV, Apple TV, iOS, Mac, XBox, and Windows now support Australian subtitles!

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 23/07/2026

WBNX-TV flipped the switch to the new ATSC 3.0 transmission standard. Silicondust, an ATSC 3.0 Certificate Authority for NextGen TV®, has provided the ATSC3CA™ signal signing certificates that will ensure the television station meets all signing security requirements of the ATSC 3.0 standards.

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CLEVELAND MARKET GOES LIVE WITH SILICONDUST CERTIFICATE AUTHORITY FOR ATSC 3.0/NEXTGEN TV®

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 20/07/2026

Breaking News: HDHomeRun apps work offline! The latest HDHomeRun app releases support viewing television channels and recordings in the event of an internet outage on many of the most popular platforms available. Get the latest downloads: www.silicondust.com/support/down...

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Downloads – Silicondust

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 02/07/2026

iPhone/iPad 4K HDR support is nearing release - look for it next week.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 01/07/2026

HDHomeRun app for Mac version 20260701 has been released. Adds 4K HDR support and adds support for older macOS versions - anything macOS 11 and newer will work.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 01/07/2026

Clarifying... macOS 26 has been supported by the HDHomeRun app since 26 was released. The previous minimum for the HDHomeRun app was macOS 14... we have been able to expand this minimum version back to support macOS 11. Release will be out soon #hdhomerun #macos

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 01/07/2026

Good news if you have a slightly older Mac - we have been able to expand HDHomeRun app to support macOS 11 (oldest Apple allows) through to macOS 26 (latest). The app will be released in the next few days. #hdhomerun #macos

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 01/07/2026

HDHomeRun app for Apple TV version 20260625 has been released. This release adds HDR support and favorite channels in live TV, plus a rollup of improvements.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 30/06/2026

HDHomeRun app for Roku version 20260626 has been released. The app now has favorite channels in live TV and a rollup of improvements. #hdhomerun #roku

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 30/06/2026

HDHomeRun app for Windows and Xbox version 20260629 has been released. The UI rendering engine has been upgraded and the Xbox-sleep issue has been solved. #hdhomerun #xbox

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 28/06/2026

That is one of the things this fixes. The current app store version is the latest (new release expected this week BTW). The download has a newer version number because it was delayed for a different reason, then released again when we had new firmware. The build system bumps the version each time.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 28/06/2026

We have released early access to our new HDHomeRun Mac Installer: download.silicondust.com/hdhomerun/hd... Give it a try and let us know what you think...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 26/06/2026

The HDHomeRun app for Apple TV has been submitted, with public availability expected early next week. Adds HDR support and favorite channels in live TV, plus a rollup of improvements.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 26/06/2026

HDHomeRun app for Roku has been submitted, should be live on Tuesday. Now has favorite channels in live TV and a whole lot of improvements to help with overall responsiveness. Rollup of fixes and improvements. #hdhomerun #roku

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 22/06/2026

The LPTV Broadcasters Association has partnered with Silicondust & the ATSC 3.0 Certificate Authority to offer their members a new membership perk! As a member of the LPTVBA, these certificates are available to you for FREE! For more details, visit www.atsc3ca.org.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 20/06/2026

We have reproduced the problem and are working on a solution now...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 19/06/2026

Today, we join our community in celebrating and reflecting on Juneteenth. Wishing everyone a meaningful Juneteenth as we reflect on our shared history and continue working toward a more inclusive future for all. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #Reflection #Community #Unity

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 15/06/2026

Protecting the future of broadcast television starts with a commitment to the viewer experience. On June 2, 2026, Silicondust met with the #FCC Media Bureau to advocate for a consumer-first transition from ATSC 1.0 to #ATSC3.0. Read the full Ex Parte: www.fcc.gov/ecfs/documen...

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 15/06/2026

If you are seeing this black-screen issue on XBox you will need to restart your XBox. The new release prevents the XBox OS from getting wedged like that again, but it can't un-wedge the XBox OS if it is already wedged.

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Silicondust @silicondust.com · 15/06/2026

A new HDHomeRun app release for Windows and XBox is out! This release has a number of improvements to offline support and fixes a black-screen issue on XBox. #hdhomerun

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