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RDK6 is the newest open source software release, supporting both IP and Hybrid video platforms. It integrates over-the-top (OTT) video apps through the FireboltTM framework, standardizing interfaces for video playback, digital rights management (DRM), graphics, and security. RDK6 builds upon previous RDK releases to further simplify app development, enhance security, and standardize functionality across diverse set-top box hardware.


Key capabilities and benefits of RDK6 include:

  • Support for various DRM solutions, video security integrations, and the WebKit browser
  • Improved efficiency of video app integration and core video functionality management across chipsets and device manufacturers
  • An updated certification suite to ensure consistency and performance of your devices
  • Device-agnostic downloadable application containers for native video apps and AppArmor-based access control
  • Containerized browser instances for LightningTM or HTML5 streaming apps
  • Unified Application Interface with Firebolt

Key features of RDK6:

  • Pre-certified apps package - includes pre-installed apps such as YouTube, Amazon Prime, and Alexa
  • Voice search and pre-integrated voice remotes  
  • Updated RDK Reference UI - Lightning-based interface for RDK Reference devices and video accelerators
  • Firebolt - Standardized specification for integrating Native and web applications
  • Unified player interface for IP, OTT, and hybrid devices
  • Security enhancement using app sandboxing (Containerization)  and access control (AppArmor)
  • Device management using firmware upgrade, Telemetry, WebPA.




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Architecture Overview:

A quick architecture overview of RDK6 to help associate the capabilities with the software stack is given below


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RDK-V release cycle is moving from Quarterly community releases to Annual Release mode. The first annual release version will be RDK6 and is now available to the RDK Community. Please refer this document for details on the new features available, how to obtain the build, tested platforms , change log and test results

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Links to individual platforms are access restricted.

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PlatformTypeSOCOEM

Raspberry Pi 4

Generic Reference deviceBroadcomRaspberry Pi Foundation

IP STB 72180 HBC

SOC Reference deviceBroadcomNA

IP STB M393

Video AcceleratorBroadcomSagemcom

IP STB AH 212

SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA

IP TV AT 301

SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA

IP STB HX44X

Video AcceleratorAmlogicSkyworth

IP STB 1319 Hank

SOC Reference deviceRealtekNA

IP STB Blade

Video AcceleratorRealtekSercomm


Platforms Supported - RDK 6.1:


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SectionStatusETAOwner(to give data)RemarksOverviewIn Progress27-Nov-2023Julie / Sales teamAn overview with a bit of a Sales pitch to be shared by the teamRelease highlightsIn Progress27-Nov-2023Ajith /JulieAJith to share major features(like Firebolt ) and Julie to share one liner of these featuresPlatforms supportedDoneAdded contents. Final approval pending. A suggestion of keeping the same format as in summit was shared by AjithNew featuresIn Progress27-Nov-2023Multiple Confirmation of versions to be made availableGetting the codeIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will discuss this with James on Friday ( 24th ) and share the detailsLicense ManifestIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will discuss this with James on Friday ( 24th ) and share the detailsTest coverage and test reportsIn Progress27-Nov-2023Vimal KS / VinodVimal/Vinod to share links to the the test coverage and test reports page for each platformsKnown IssuesIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will share respective filtersFurther readingIn Progress27-Nov-2023SwamySwamy to discuss with AJith and get respective suitable linksIndividual pages for each platformIn Progress27-Nov-2023SwamySwamy to create individual pages for each platform(including a separate page for RPi4)

Dependencies: Proper LDAP groups ( trakced in

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Release Highlights:

  • Tested and certified in one generic reference platform , 3 different SOC reference platforms( including one TV platform ) and 3 RDK Video Accelerator devices
  • Major features include Firebolt 1.0, Security & Containerization support, Downloadable Application container, Android Common Kernel support,  Pre-certified Premium streaming apps and Platform & Firebolt certifications from previous release

Platforms supported:

AH 212Amlogic TV AT 301NA 72180 HBCBroadcom STB 1319 HankRealtek M393BroadcomSagemcom BladeVideo AcceleratorSercomm HX44XAmlogicSkyworth
PlatformTypeSOCOEM

Raspberry Pi 4

Generic Reference deviceBroadcomRaspberry Pi Foundation

IP STB

72180 HBC

SOC Reference device
BroadcomNA

IP

SOC Reference deviceAmlogic

STB M393

Video AcceleratorBroadcomSagemcom

IP STB

AH 212

SOC Reference device
AmlogicNA

IP

TV AT 301

SOC Reference device
AmlogicNA

IP STB

HX44X

Video Accelerator
Amlogic
Skyworth

IP STB

1319 Hank

SOC Reference device
Realtek
NA

IP STB

Blade

Video Accelerator
Realtek
Sercomm


New Features RDK 6:

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CategorySub -categoryVersion details
Streaming apps

YouTubeV23
Amazon PrimeV4
YouTubeYT 23
Framework




FireboltV1.0
RippleReference implementation for Firebolt 1.0
LightningV2.8
QT for BLEV5.1.1 OSS version
Core Thunder framework

Version R2.1

Version R4.2 (Beta)

Browser - WPEWebkit

V2.28

V2.38(Beta)

Screen castDIALV2.2.1
Security




DAC (Containerization)
Dobby
Rialto 
Packager (Lisa)
AppArmor 
GraphicsRenderingESSOS with Westeros
GraphicsOpenGL ES
GstreamerGstreamer1.18
CAS, DRM & Content protection



PlayReady4.4
WidevineWidevine 16
CASAnyCAS
Build & Platform







Yocto versionYocto 3.1 (Dunfell)
Kernel

Android common kernel

Raspberry Pi - 5.10

Broadcom - 5.15-1.0

Realtek - 5.10

Amlogic - 5.4

Init systemSystemd v244 (Yocto 3.1)
Application ManagerRDK Shell
BroadcomV23.0.1
AmLogic BSP
6
5.
0
1
Realtek BSP6.
0
3
Video Player 





 IPUVE (AAMP)
 QAMUVE via RMF (QAMSrc
)DVB (Mediarite
)
UVE via RMF 
DVB (DTVKit)Sessionmanager via RMF
 TSBFog
 DAC AppsRIALTO
Remote Control and Voice


Voice Stack
BLE voice remote
External Audio support
NetworkingWi-Fi
LAN
Device Management


Telemetry2.0
Feature Control
Firmware Upgrade
WebPA
UI/UXReference App
( TODO: Check with Kieren for version )
3.15.19
Digital Assistant (Voice)Alexa (Push to talk)
( TODO: Check with Kieren for version )

Further reading:

TODO: Relevant links to new features or collaboration zones , as per discussion
Alexa SDK 3.0.0

New Features RDK 6.1:

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CategorySub -categoryVersion details
Streaming appsYouTubeYT 24
FrameworkBrowser - WPEWebkit

V2.38

Core Thunder framework

Version R4.2