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RDK6 is our newest open source software release, supporting both IP and Hybrid set-top boxes. It integrates over-the-top (OTT) video apps through the FireboltTM framework, standardizing interfaces for video playback, digital rights management (DRM), graphics, and security.


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

- A new RDK certification test suite to ensure consistency and performance

- Device-agnostic downloadable application containers for native video apps and AppArmor-based access control

- Containerized browser instances for Lightning or HTML5 streaming apps


RDK6 builds upon previous RDK releases to further simplify app development, enhance security, and standardize functionality across diverse set-top box hardware.


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SectionStatusETAOwner(to give data)Remarks
OverviewIn Progress27-Nov-2023Julie / Sales teamAn overview with a bit of a Sales pitch to be shared by the team
Release highlightsIn Progress27-Nov-2023Ajith /JulieAJith to share major features(like Firebolt ) and Julie to share one liner of these features
Platforms supportedDone

Added contents. Final approval pending. A suggestion of keeping the same format as in summit was shared by Ajith
New featuresIn Progress27-Nov-2023Multiple Confirmation of versions to be made available
Getting the codeIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will discuss this with James on Friday ( 24th ) and share the details
License ManifestIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will discuss this with James on Friday ( 24th ) and share the details
Test coverage and test reportsIn Progress27-Nov-2023Vimal KS / VinodVimal/Vinod to share links to the the test coverage and test reports page for each platforms
Known IssuesIn Progress27-Nov-2023KierenKieren will share respective filters
Further readingIn Progress27-Nov-2023SwamySwamy to discuss with AJith and get respective suitable links
Individual 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 INFRA-5027 - Getting issue details... STATUS )





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:

PlatformTypeSOCOEM
Raspberry Pi 4Generic Reference deviceBroadcomRaspberry Pi Foundation
IP STB AH 212SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA
IP TV AT 301SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA
IP STB 72180 HBCSOC Reference deviceBroadcomNA
IP STB 1319 HankSOC Reference deviceRealtekNA
IP STB M393Video AcceleratorBroadcomSagemcom
IP STB BladeVideo AcceleratorRealtekSercomm
IP STB HX44XVideo AcceleratorAmlogicSkyworth




New Features:


CategorySub -categoryVersion details
Streaming apps


YouTubeV23
Amazon PrimeV4
Framework




FireboltV1.0
RippleReference implementation for Firebolt 1.0
LightningV2.8
QT for BLEV5.1.1 OSS version
Core Thunder frameworkVersion R4.2
Browser - WPEWebkitV2.38
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)
KernelAndroid common kernel
Init systemSystemd v244 (Yocto 3.1)
Application ManagerRDK Shell
BroadcomV23.0
AmLogic6.0
Realtek6.0
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 App3.15.19
Digital Assistant (Voice)Alexa (Push to talk)Alexa SDK 3.0.0



Further reading:

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

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