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RDK6 is the 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. 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, and TR-069 Configuration

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Release highlights:


With RDK6, your device will be having the below capabilities

  • Pre-certified apps package - RDK6 has pre-installed apps such as YouTube, Amazon Prime, and Alexa
  • Voice support - 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 - Supports IP, OTT, and hybrid devices
  • Improved Security - Security enhancement using app sandboxing (Containerization)  and access control (AppArmor)
  • Device management  - Remote device management using firmware upgrade, Telemetry, WebPA, and TR-069 Configuration





Platforms supported:

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PlatformTypeSOCOEM

Raspberry Pi 4

Generic Reference deviceBroadcomRaspberry Pi Foundation

IP STB AH 212

SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA

IP TV AT 301

SOC Reference deviceAmlogicNA

IP STB 72180 HBC

SOC Reference deviceBroadcomNA

IP STB 1319 Hank

SOC Reference deviceRealtekNA

IP STB M393

Video AcceleratorBroadcomSagemcom

IP STB Blade

Video AcceleratorRealtekSercomm

IP STB HX44X

Video 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
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