Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2021
Software Freedom Conservancy sues Vizio over GPL compliance
The Software Freedom Conservancy filed a lawsuit against Vizio, alleging repeated failures to meet GPL license requirements for software used in Vizio Smartcast televisions. The group seeks access to the source code, not monetary damages.
2021
Vizio files for an IPO
Vizio filed IPO documents seeking to raise $100 million; the amount may be adjusted, and the filing did not disclose the number of shares or price range.
2021
The CW app launches on VIZIO SmartCast
The CW announced that its new streaming app had officially launched on VIZIO SmartCast in the United States, offering CW programming and CW Seed library series for free.
2020
Facebook Watch app launches on VIZIO SmartCast TVs
VIZIO announced that SmartCast users in the US and Canada can access the Facebook Watch TV app on their TVs.
2020
Apple TV app becomes available on VIZIO SmartCast TVs
VIZIO announced that customers in the United States and Canada could access the Apple TV app on SmartCast TVs, including Apple TV+ and Apple TV channels.
2020
Local Now launches on VIZIO SmartCast
The Weather Channel launched its Local Now streaming service on VIZIO SmartCast, making the app available to SmartCast users on VIZIO televisions.
2020
Sharp files U.S. patent complaint against CHOT, TPV and VIZIO
Sharp filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission alleging that CHOT, TPV and its subsidiaries, and VIZIO infringed Sharp patents. Sharp requested an investigation and orders restricting the import and sale of the allegedly infringing products.
2020
VIZIO launches 30 free SmartCast channels
VIZIO announced and launched 30 new free linear TV channels on its SmartCast Home screen, available immediately to SmartCast users in the United States.
2020
Sharp files US patent lawsuit against CHOT, TPV and Vizio
Sharp filed a patent infringement lawsuit in a US federal court against CHOT, TPV Technology and its subsidiaries, and Vizio. Sharp alleged that the defendants infringed 12 patents related to LCD technology and requested an injunction and damages.
2020
VIZIO sponsors FOX Deportes' NFLeros
VIZIO partnered with FOX Deportes as the official sponsor of NFLeros, with VIZIO SmartCast providing access to the programming ahead of and through the Sunday game.
2020
VIZIO offers discounts on selected SmartCast TVs
VIZIO offered discounts of $100 to $1,000 on selected M-Series and P-Series SmartCast TVs at Best Buy, Sam's Club, and Costco in the lead-up to the game.
2020
VIZIO announced SmartCast 4.0 update
VIZIO announced SmartCast 4.0, an upgrade to its smart TV platform. The update was planned to roll out to SmartCast TVs in 2020.
2020
Vizio announces new soundbar lineup
Vizio announced new soundbars for CES 2020, including the Elevate, M-Series 5.1 and 5.1.2, M-Series All-in-One, and V-Series 2.1. Pricing and availability had not yet been announced.
2019
Vizio seeks enforcement of its settlement with LeEco
Vizio filed a new motion in a California federal court alleging that LeEco violated their settlement agreement and asking the court to enforce the agreement and enter judgment against LeEco and related holding companies. The settlement terms remain confidential.
2019
VIZIO launches VIZIO Ads
VIZIO announced the launch of VIZIO Ads, a new business unit that enables advertisers to purchase TV ad inventory across the VIZIO SmartCast platform, including WatchFree and partner OTT apps.