DivX strikes deal with Arçelik

Video technology company DivX has signed a deal with Turkey-based TV manufacturer Arçelik to distribute DivX Plus HD-certified TVs in Europe.

Arçelik’s new Arçelik, Beko and Grundig-branded DivX Plus HD certified TVs will be available this autumn in 5,000 stores in Turkey and 500 other stores in 20 countries worldwide. The TVs will enable the playback of DivX Plus HD video using the MKV container, enabling consumers to watch videos at HD resolutions up to 1080p in the DivX format using the TV’s USB slot.