From Eyeballs To Click-Through: The Changing Value Of The User/Consumer In The Commercial Television Value Network In A Digital Connected Era
Iris Jennes – Vrije Universiteit Brussel, iMinds – SMIT, Belgium

Designing Co-Constructed Extended Live Event Coverage Experiences
Raphael Velt – Mixed Reality Lab, The University of Nottingham BBC Research & Development, UK
BEST PhD PAPER AWARD

Enhancing Watching Experience Of Football Matches On TV Via Modes Of Interaction And Types Of Visualisation Of Match-Related Information On Second Screen
Ege Sezen – HighWire Doctoral Training Centre, Lancaster University, UK

Characterising And Improving The Accessibility Of Connected TV For Users With Visual Impairments
Daniel Costa – Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa LaSIGE, University of Lisbon, Portugal

Media Multitasking Behaviour In The Living Room: Which Factors Affect It And How Can We Exploit It?
Jacob Rigby – UCLIC, University College London, UK

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The following demos were accepted for presentation at the conference. Demos will be presented during a dedicated demo and poster session at the main conference. The final program with the exact timing will be made available in April.

Since the authors are preparing their camera-ready versions, the titles and abstracts below are still subject to change.

Discovering TV Contents in a 2nd Screen

Jorge Abreu – Communication and Arts, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Pedro Almeida – Communication and Arts, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
António Pereira – Communication and Arts, University of Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Bruno Teles – Inovação e Sistemas, Portugal Telecom, Aveiro, Portugal
Bernardo Cardoso – Inovação e Sistemas, Portugal Telecom, Aveiro, Portugal
Herlander Santos – Inovação e Sistemas, Portugal Telecom, Aveiro, Portugal

Abstract: This paper presents the second screen application GUIDER that aims to offer an advanced way for users to discover and select a TV content to watch from unified sources (live, cloud-recordings and VoD). For that it uses a set of filtering criteria and displays detailed information over an innovative user interface. The GUIDER was developed to be used in those mindless zapping situations, where the viewers do not know in advance what they are in the mood to watch on TV. The development of this App was made with the support of a Portuguese IPTV operator and is fully interconnected with its technical infrastructure.

GeTVivid: A TV Platform for P2P Support Exchange

Christiane Moser – Center for Human-Computer Interaction, University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
Thomas Kargl – Center for Human-Computer Interaction, University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
Manfred Tscheligi – Center for Human-Computer Interaction, University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria, Austria
Bernhard Feldbacher – Department of Computer Sciences, University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
Bernhard Collini-Nocker – Department of Computer Sciences, University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
Matteo Harutunian – IRT, Munich, Germany
Fabian Schiller – IRT, Munich, Germany
Michael Eitelberg – Evision, Dortmund, Germany
Nasser Altaani – Evision, Dortmund, Germany
Manuel Eisele – University of St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland

Abstract: The introduction of second screens (e.g., tablet or smartphone) in social TV applications has generated new opportunities. We present the GeTVivid platform that works on a TV set in combination with a tablet as second screen. The platform aims at supporting older adults to organize informal and social care activities in a local peer-to-peer networks via the TV, tablet or a combination of both devices. We address thereby ageing in place that is increasingly emphasized as a preferable alternative to formal institutional care by strengthening informal care.

HbbTV Application Toolkit – Demo

Miggi Zwicklbauer – Fraunhofer FOKUS, Fraunhofer FOKUS, Berlin, Berlin, Germany
Christoph Ziegler – IRT, Munich, Germany
Martin Gordon – Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg, Potsdam, Germany

Abstract: HAT is an HbbTV application toolkit for developers and editors, allowing delivery of programme-accompanying content in real time.

Integrated Video and Sensor Capture App Providing Immediate Quality Feedback

Marcus Thaler – DIGITAL, JOANNEUM RESEARCH, Graz, Austria
Werner Bailer – DIGITAL, JOANNEUM RESEARCH, Graz, Austria
Reinhard Grandl – Bitmovin, Klagenfurt, Austria

Abstract: We describe a app for audiovisual capture content on mobile devices, enabling users to contribute content at live events (e.g., cultural and sports events) for use in broadcast and online coverage of the event. In order to ensure the quality of the contributed content, the user gets immediate feedback based from automatic visual quality analysis and sensor information. The app also integrates capabilities for streaming or uploading the content and related sensor information.

iWebSync: A WEB-BASED PLATFORM FOR DISTRIBUTED MEDIA SYNCHRONIZATION AND SOCIAL INTERACTION

Jordi Belda – Universitat Politècnica de València, Grau de Gandia, Valencia, Spain
Mario Montagud – Universitat Politècnica de València, Grau de Gandia, Valencia, Spain
FERNANDO BORONAT – Universitat Politècnica de València, Grau de Gandia, Valencia, Spain
Marc Martínez – Universitat Politècnica de València, Grau de Gandia, Valencia, Spain
Javier Pastor – Universitat Politècnica de València, Grau de Gandia, Valencia, Spain

Abstract: This paper presents iWebSync, which is an adaptive and accurate web-based platform that enables distributed media synchronization and social interaction across remote users. By using iWebSync, users can create or join on-going sessions for concurrently consuming the same media content with other remote users in a synchronized fashion. Besides, social interaction is provided by sharing the navigation control commands and by integrating synchronized text chat channels. Additionally, two social presence mechanisms have been added to stimulate the participation of external users in on-going sessions on iWebSync. By exclusively relying on standard web-based technologies, this platform can guarantee cross-network, cross-platform and cross-device support, which is a key point in the current heterogeneous media delivery ecosystem.

Second Screen Application – Dengue Fever: Prevention through Information

Marcos da Rocha Seruffo – Systems Development Laboratory (LADES), Federal University of Pará (UFPA), Castanhal, Pará, Brazil
Fernanda Miranda – Laboratory of Research and Experimentation in Multimedia, Federal University of Pará, Belém, Pará, Brasil
Edylle Oliveira – Systems Development Laboratory (LADES), Federal University of Pará, Castanhal, Pará, Brazil
Maria Malcher – Laboratory of Research and Experimentation in Multimidia, Federal University of Pará, Belém, Pará, Brazil

Abstract: This work introduces a second screen application called ‘Dengue Fever: Prevention through Information’. The application’s main objective is to allow, for users who are watching a television program, the synchronization of the first screen with a second screen and to provide extra content about the disease dengue fever, thus contributing to increase awareness of this issue.

Social Documentary

Fabien Grisard – UMons, TCTS lab, numediart, Mons, Belgium
Sema Alaçam – Faculty of Architecture/D-ARCH/Chair of Structural Design, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Ceren Kayalar – Sabancı University, Istanbul, Turkey

Abstract: In this paper, we present an interactive installation for collaborative navigation through a collection of videos. The proposed setup consists of a vertical main screen which displays the video and a horizontal second screen, which is used as control panel. A touch interface and three cubes with markers give the users an intuitive and intentional way to interact with the system. Besides, a color and depth camera is used to estimate the users’ gaze and quantify how interested they are in the displayed content. As the probability of displaying video is linked to visitors’ interest for it, the state of the system evolves through time and depending on the assistance. A video is available at: http://www.numediart.org/2015/03/02/social-documentary

JackIn Head: Immersive Experience with First Person Omnidirectional Video

Shunichi Kasahara , SonyCSL, Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan
Shohei Nagai , The University of Tokyo, Toyko, Japan
Jun Rekimoto , University of Tokyo / Sony CSL, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Abstract: Fully recording and sharing an immersive experience is one of the ultimate goals of media technology. As extensive technical evolution, omnidirectional video is one of promising media to capture an immersive experience. First person omnidirectional video provide an unique experience of world through someone else’s perspective. This will bring various applications such as entertainment, sports viewing, education and simulation training, newscasting and therapy. However, difficulties in wearable camera design and cybersickness induced by shaky video has been obstacle to explore applications of first person omnidirectional video. We introduce the design and implementation of “JackIn Head” a system including a wearable omnidirectional camera that provide 360 degrees spherical images of the first person’s surrounding environment, and image stabilization to improve cybersickness. We’ve performed the series of workshops to explore user experience and applications in actual use cases such as virtual travel and virtual sports.

The CBC Newsworld Holodeck Exploratory Demonstration

Martha Ladly , OCAD University, Toronto, ON, Canada
Gerald Penn , Computer Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bryn Ludlow , Communication & Culture, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Siavash Kazemian , Computer Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Ana Jofre , Centre for Innovation & Information in Data-Driven Design, OCAD University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Laura Wright , Centre for Innovation & Information in Data-Driven Design, OCAD University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Abstract: For the past 73 years, the CBC has disseminated a unique Canadian perspective across the world, producing a phenomenally rich multimedia record of the country and our social, political and cultural heritage, and news. This project proposes novel methods to display and browse through an enormous historical CBC Newsworld data corpus to enable an “on this day” experience for viewers. Employing natural language processing technologies, the interface displays keywords and key phrases identified in the video transcripts, enabling serendipitous video search and display and offering a unique browsing opportunity within this rich “big data” corpus, spanning a 24-year period (1989-2013).

This project has three interconnected preservation and research goals: 1) Digitize, visualize, and make available this collection of 23 years of Canadian news broadcasts through a state-of-the-art multimedia search and browsing system. This will ensure the preservation and use of this material, making it available as a valuable resource for researchers and students. 2) Design a real‐world project as an arena in which to conduct exploratory research, develop and test new technologies for video browsing, search and visualization, and spoken document and video retrieval. 3) Design and test an immersive environment and aesthetic interface design, employing gestural and touch interfaces for browsing this incredible corpus.

The Wall of Moments

Rik Bauwens – Research & Innovation, VRT, Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
Mike Matton – Research & Innovation, VRT, Brussels, Belgium
Tine Deboosere – create, VRT, Brussels, Belgium
Luk Overmeire – create, VRT, Brussels, Belgium

Abstract: In this paper a prototype application developed by VRT as part of the ICoSOLE project is described. The Wall of Mo- ments aims to combine user generated content with profes- sional content, in order to create an immersive experience for people who can’t attend an event. The demo uses a selection of content recorded at the Marconi Moments, a small-scale test shoot in the Marconi studio at the VRT campus.

Two Screen Now: A First and Second Screen Game App

Joost Negenman – Research & Development, Dutch Public Broadcast, NPO, Hilversum, Netherlands
Susanne Heijstraten – Research & Development, NPO, Hilversum, Netherlands
Marc Veuger – Two screen now, Angry Bytes, Hilversum, Netherlands

Abstract: We will demonstrate a second screen platform, two screen now, that makes it possible to play along with a second screen application that interacts and aggregates scores on the HbbTV content layer on a central TV screen. Creating an engaged social in house experience. Accompanying video http://nu.omroep.nl/eentegen100.mp4

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CALL FOR DOCTORAL CONSORTIUM

TVX is the leading international conference for presentation and discussion of research into online video and TV interaction and user experience. The TVX Doctoral Consortium (DC) serves as a forum for PhD students to share ideas about the development, use, and evaluation of interactive television and online video, compare approaches, discuss research problems and receive feedback from the international Interactive Television community. PhD students working in the area of interactive television are welcome to submit a paper to the Doctoral Consortium for TVX. The doctoral consortium will take place on 3rd June 2015. Financial support towards registration costs for up to 8 students are provided.

The selection of students PhD papers will be based on the technical quality and originality of their submissions to the Doctoral Consortium and will be included in the adjunct proceedings of the conference (not the conference proceedings, which go into the ACM DL).

Guidelines for submitting doctoral consortium papers:

Submissions should describe PhD research that is at a stage where feedback from the international interactive TV community might be of value. Thus, it is expected that students who will submit papers should have specified the research problems that their work will address, and have already made (or are close to making) their PhD research proposal. They should also have at least a year of work remaining to complete their PhD thesis.

Submissions must not exceed 4 pages (including references). They should be well organised and structured in a way that demonstrates the links between the concepts presented, and they should clearly specify:

• A real world problem that relates to and motivates the PhD
• The concrete research problem(s) that the (proposed) PhD is addressing and how this fits into the bigger picture of other research that addresses the real world problem
• The aims and objectives of the research
• The methods used to achieve the objectives and the proposed solution(s), including a brief description of work done so far and a tentative plan for future work
• The main contribution(s) of the research to iTV and justification why the contribution will lead to a PhD

Contact the Doctoral Consortium chairs for more information: Marian Ursu (University of York) and Teresa Chambel (University of Lisbon) at dc@tvx2015.com

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DEMO SUBMISSIONS

TVX demonstrations provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your latest prototypes and cutting edge research to attendees at the conference. Having people interact directly with a new interface or design is often the best way to communicate what you have created to your audience. It is also the perfect way to get feedback on your work from experts within the field and build collaborations with other researchers.

We invite innovative and interactive contributions addressing a full range of topics relating to interactive television and online video, from new interaction techniques and interfaces to prototype playback or media management systems.

INSTRUCTIONS ON MAKING A GREAT DEMO VIDEO

The following video demonstrates how you can make a great submission video for you demo:

Instruction Video on Vimeo

FOR INCLUSION IN ADJUNCT PROCEEDINGS

After acceptance, a final, revised camera ready version of the submission will be required in electronic form for publication in the adjunct conference proceedings. Authors of successful demo submissions may also be given the option of preparing a formal 2-page paper in SIGCHI format for inclusion in the adjunct conference proceedings, to allow future reference to the work.

• Camera-ready final deadline: 13th April 2015 (5:00pm PT)

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further details please get in touch with the Demo Chairs:

Tom Bartindale, Culture Lab, UK
Jonathan Huyghe, iMinds / KU Leuven, Belgium

demos@tvx2015.com

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REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS

At TVX2015 we have an active reasonable adjustment policy, including anticipatory steps already being undertaken to ensure site access, and a clear process for requesting reasonable adjustments. We are doing this because we want to fully ensure that no-one is prevented from attending our conference, and equally so that people can be sure that the conference will present an accessible experience for them before they register to attend, or send a submission to us.

Our process for individual reasonable adjustments is simple: please email our Inclusion and Accessibility Chairs with a request (inclusion@tvx2015.com) and this will be treated with the strictest confidence. To ensure that we can fully accommodate your needs, please contact us by 10th April – whilst we will still act upon requests made after this point, certain adjustments may not be possible without sufficient notice (e.g. the need to seek providers in good time for the conference). Below we have listed both examples of reasonable adjustments that can be individually requested, as well as the specific steps we are already taking in an anticipatory sense.

EXAMPLES OF INDIVIDUAL REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS

We can make a range of reasonable adjustments on an individual basis to meet individual needs. Below we have listed a number of examples in order to illustrate the steps which can be taken for individuals. This is far from exhaustive, instead it is designed to help people understand the types of steps that can be taken, and thereby assist in making their own reasonable adjustment requests.

THE CONFERENCE

• Advance access to the written materials prior to the conference. This could be appropriate for someone who needs to have them converted into a different format (e.g. Braille), or needs additional time to read the materials in order to decide which sessions that they would like to attend (for instance as a consequence of Dyslexia).
• A sign language interpreter for D/deaf people who require this. Given the limited availability of qualified interpreters, it would be helpful to have as much advanced notice of a request on these lines as possible.
• Free registration for a Personal Assistant attending the conference to aid a participant. We may also be able to provide a member of our team to provide assistance in appropriate cases.
• Special dietary requirements accommodated on request, be they for disability, religious, or cultural reasons.
• Support in arranging appropriate accommodation, for instance for an attendee who needs to be close to conference venue, requires a wheelchair accessible room, or an appropriate fire alarm for a D/deaf person.
• Arrangement of an individual fire evacuation plan.
• Accessible Transport between the venue, satellite events (such as the grand buffet) and the hotel.

THE REVIEW AND SUBMISSION PROCESS

We are able, upon request, to undertake limited steps in order to assist with the review of submissions if someone has been particularly disadvantaged by virtue of their disability. The aim is to ensure that the best possible research is included in our conference. This might include cases where an author was impacted by a fluctuation of their disability near the submission deadline, or where the ability to prepare the submission has been otherwise been impacted by disability (e.g. the formatting of the submission, including associated multimedia content, or in certain cases, understanding of the assessment criteria and process).

Whilst we cannot adjust the competency standard in respect of the final submission, including both the underlying research and the final exposition, we can take steps to provide additional time and support with a submission. This might in some cases potentially include conditional acceptance with substantial shepherding if there are special circumstances that may warrant this, and the submission as submitted has suitable potential which could be realised by the publication deadline. If there are particular circumstances which may require reasonable adjustments to ensure that a submission is treated fairly, then we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible. Please note that reasonable adjustments in respect of submissions cannot be approved after the program committee has met to consider them.

ANTICIPATORY STEPS EMBEDDED INTO THE CONFERENCE ORGANISATION

We have incorporated a number of anticipatory steps in the planning of our conference. The main steps we have taken, or are planning to take, to ensure accessibility and inclusion are below:

• Accessible Venue. The Crowne Plaza Hotel is an accessible venue, for more information please contact the Inclusion & Accessibility chairs.
• Arrangement of Accessible Hotel Rooms. We have already arranged with the Crowne Plaza Hotel that a subset of the rooms are accessible for people with a range of disabilities. If you require these, please get in touch.
• Accessible Proceedings. We expect that all final camera ready submissions, including supplementary content, will be accessible, and are providing support and guidance in order to help facilitate this.
• Guidance on Video and Demonstration Accessibility. This is currently in preparation, and authors will be encouraged to follow this.
• Appearance of Fairness in the Review Process. Our procedure is double blind, this means that reviewers do not see who the authors are, and vice versa. In addition, we have selected part of our program committee by an open process. This should mean that potential participants can have full confidence that there submissions will be fairly treated.

GETTING TO AND AROUND BRUSSELS

We have collected together a range of accessible services and providers, including in respect of how to get to and around Brussels: Information about the accessibility of the city of Brussels.

FINALLY

We warmly welcome feedback and dialogue on the steps we are taking to improve accessibility at the conference – if you have any suggestions or ideas please get in touch with us. Similarly, we are happy to share our experiences and materials if you are also looking to make a conference you are organising more inclusive and accessible – please email us at inclusion@tvx2015.com to get in touch.

Reuben Kirkham and Tom Evens (Inclusion and Accessibility Chairs)

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MENTORING PROGRAM

During the TVX submission process, we can provide the opportunity to bring the experience of established researchers to new researchers. In the mentorship program we get you in contact with a specific member of the community who will provide feedback and support for your submission.

We are offering mentoring for those submitting to TVX from seasoned TVX researchers and program committee members. Those receiving mentoring will be offered:

- Two opportunities for feedback over Skype from their mentor
- A commented draft at each stage.

Please note that this is primarily aimed at those who are new to submitting to the TVX community, those in circumstances which are particular adverse (e.g. a disability or personal circumstances which impact upon the paper preparation process), or a particularly novel submission which may require additional input. The aim is to ensure that excellent underlying work is given the best opportunity of being accepted.