At the IFA consumer electronics trade fair IFA (September 2 - 7, 2005 in Berlin) Siemens will present programs broadcast by a variety of private TV stations live on a mobile phone equipped to receive digital TV signals via DVB-H (Digital Video Broadcast Handheld). To demonstrate "Mobile TV", Siemens will for the first time use its new DVB-H test system comprising a server platform for mobile television and a handset prototype capable of receiving these services. The equipment enables mobile operators to conduct DVB-H trials with relatively little effort, for example to test the level of acceptance for Mobile TV among consumers.

The DVB-H test system from Siemens can carry not only live television or radio programs, but also specially prepared video streams. Premium content is protected via special access control. An Electronic Service Guide (ESG) on the DVB-H phone guides the user through the programs and provides quick and easy access to all DVB-H services.

The new phone is a prototype equipped with a DVB-H receiver, stereo sound and a large VGA touchscreen. It also doubles as a PDA and mobile phone. On the Siemens stand, live channels will be broadcast over DVB-H during the IFA and received on the DVB-H device prototype, thus allowing selected TV stations to be watched on the device.