Since the launch of Apple TV in 2007, the streaming media player industry has continued to grow, impacting the traditional pay-TV and video landscape along the way. Industry players now find themselves in a highly competitive environment, requiring continuous innovation and compelling value propositions to increase both their user base and market share.
From the article "Kraus: Streaming media market competes for consumers' attention, dollars" by Barbara Kraus.
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