RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator

Emulator for HbbTV applications

RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator - Chromecast Extension for HbbTV Apps

The 'RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator' is a Chrome extension that is adept at testing and viewing HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) applications within the Chrome browser. It can recognise HbbTV apps if the MIME content type is set to 'application/vnd.hbbtv.xhtml+xml'. The emulator accommodates spontaneous manual activation and offers various key support to make the experience more interactive. Additionally, it can play mp4 videos and simulate an embedded broadcast signal.
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Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Version: 0.7 (Last updated: 2022-08-10)
Creation date: 2019-11-12
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 1.43M

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

HbbTV applications can be finally tested and viewed within the Chrome browser.

Just install the add-on and type in the HbbTV app URL you want to test into the address bar. The HbbTV app will be recognized automatically if the MIME content type is set to "application/vnd.hbbtv.xhtml+xml". The add-on icon will be activated (colored)

If the content type is not set to "application/vnd.hbbtv.xhtml+xml" but you still want to test an HbbTV app, the RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator can be activated manually, in clicking the greyed out add-on icon.

Key Features:

  • Support of the following key codes

Red: R Green: G Yellow: Y Blue: B OK: Enter

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User reviews

All is working as i expected!
by Dávid Huljak, 2020-09-06

All is working as i expected!
by Dávid Huljak, 2020-09-06
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Extension safety

Risk impact

RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

RedOrbit HbbTV Emulator has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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