Multichoice will be launching the new Explora 2 in mid-October 2016. The new Explora 2 has a much smaller hard drive (1TB) compared to the Explora 1 (2TB) but will be almost 50% more efficient.
Multichoice said that they will be running two versions of catch-up services to support the older Explora as well as the new Explora 2 decoder, which can record up to 80 hours of HD content.
The Explora 2 will have the same extensive Catch-Up services and ability to rent up to 30 BoxOffice movies. It will also have internet connectivity for Catch-Up Plus, remote recording, and ShowMax.
The new Explora 2 will be launched with the new A7 remote that will have nifty features available. When you pick up the new A7 remote, the buttons will illuminate, a feature that would be great for a person who likes to watch TV at night. It also has a function to notify you when the batteries are running low or need to be replaced.
There is also a ShowMax button for one-touch access. The new remote can also be programmed to control TV sets produced by major brands such as LG and Samsung, as well as any other electronics such as amplifiers. The A7 remote can also be paired with all the current DStv decoders.
This new Explora 2 decoder and A7 remote will land in stores mid-October 2016 and will retail at R1499.00. This price will be fixed until the end of 2017.