Method and apparatus for channel prioritization

摘要

A method includes detecting a client device, determining a maximum number of channels based on the client device and selecting different targeted channels from a set of available channels. At least one of the different targeted channels is selected to form a preloaded channel.

主权项

1. A system, comprising:
a platform server configured for coupling to a client device via a network, wherein the platform server is configured to: determine a maximum number of applications based on the client device, wherein each application allows content associated with a corresponding channel to be streamed through the client device; select a plurality of targeted channels up to the maximum number of applications from a plurality of available channels; and designate at least one of the plurality of targeted channels to form a preloaded application, wherein the preloaded application is configured to run as a background process on the client device prior to content associated with the at least one designated channel being streamed through the client device.