BBM Announces New TV Stick with 'Google TV for Operators' and New Channels for its Core Free Internet Broadcasting Service 'FAST ch'
BBM Inc. announced the launch of a new TV stick, "TS-405G," powered by "Google TV for Operators," and the addition of five new channels to its free internet broadcasting service, "FAST ch." This move aims to strengthen its presence in the free streaming market and offer a wider variety of content to users.
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BBM Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director CEO: Shinya Fukuzaki) will announce on Monday, April 27, 2026, a new Google TV stick, the "TS-405G," equipped with "Google TV for Operators."
In conjunction with the announcement of this product, five new channels to be added to "FAST ch" (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV), the core internet broadcasting service provided by the company, will also be announced.
About Google TV for Operators
"Google TV for Operators" is a program and solution provided by Google for operators (telecom companies, cable TV operators, IPTV providers, OTT service providers, etc.), based on the Google TV platform.
By utilizing this program, operators can rapidly and efficiently provide customers with TV sticks and set-top boxes that integrate the Google TV user experience (UI/UX) with their own content (live TV, on-demand) on the Android TV OS.
Background
In recent years, the video streaming market has continued its rapid expansion, with global interest particularly growing in Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) services. For viewers, it's an accessible option to enjoy diverse content, and for content holders and advertisers, it's becoming increasingly important as a new touchpoint. Against this market backdrop, BBM Inc. developed the "TS-405G" TV stick, powered by "Google TV for Operators," with the aim of providing a seamless and intuitive viewing experience to more users. This will enable users to easily enjoy a wide variety of free channel content on the big screen of their television. As part of this initiative, five new channels will be added to the service to further expand the content lineup.
Future Developments
Moving forward, while promoting the improvement of the viewing experience and enhancement of service value, BBM aims to establish a free broadcasting service that everyone can easily enjoy, by changing the service name of "FAST ch" to "Free TV" around this summer, making it a more intuitive and understandable brand.
Furthermore, to accelerate the distribution of domestic content, BBM plans to introduce FAST ch to Google TV platforms to be sold in Japan in the future, and the service will also gradually become available on already widespread Android TV platforms. This will allow viewers to access diverse Japanese content through their living room TV without any special settings.
In addition, to support these viewing environments from the hardware side, full-scale shipment of the "TS-405G" TV stick will commence this autumn. By enhancing accessibility from both software and hardware aspects, the company plans to establish "Free TV" as the standard for next-generation viewing styles.
Five new channels added to FAST ch
On the occasion of this announcement, the following five channels will newly start streaming in the FAST ch service's channel lineup. The company plans to further increase the number of channels and gradually expand the service through alliances with various operators to offer a wider variety of program genres.
■Free TV NEWS Powered by 17LIVE
(17LIVE Inc.)
A full-fledged news program jointly produced by FAST ch and 17LIVE. Delivering 10 carefully selected important news stories of the day live from 6 PM on weekdays.
■Igo & Shogi Light
(Igo & Shogi Channel Inc.)
Delivering exquisite famous matches of Igo and Shogi. Partially live broadcasting the Shogi Eight Major Title Matches. Lecture programs are also substantial.
■Marugoto Hokkaido ch (Whole Hokkaido Channel)
(Plandus Inc.)
Delivering "Hokkaido to watch now," carefully selected with unique discernment, mainly from programs produced by five local terrestrial broadcasters, 24 hours a day.
■Animax FREE
(Animax Broadcast Japan Inc.)
Broadcasting carefully selected popular anime, both new and old, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A collection of timeless masterpieces.
■Tokai Lokipo ch
(Nagoya Broadcasting Network Co., Ltd.)
This is a deep-dive Tokai channel created by five TV stations in Nagoya. Various talents happily deliver gourmet, variety, and travel information for Aichi, Gifu, and Mie.
About FAST ch
FAST
In conjunction with the announcement of this product, five new channels to be added to "FAST ch" (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV), the core internet broadcasting service provided by the company, will also be announced.
About Google TV for Operators
"Google TV for Operators" is a program and solution provided by Google for operators (telecom companies, cable TV operators, IPTV providers, OTT service providers, etc.), based on the Google TV platform.
By utilizing this program, operators can rapidly and efficiently provide customers with TV sticks and set-top boxes that integrate the Google TV user experience (UI/UX) with their own content (live TV, on-demand) on the Android TV OS.
Background
In recent years, the video streaming market has continued its rapid expansion, with global interest particularly growing in Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) services. For viewers, it's an accessible option to enjoy diverse content, and for content holders and advertisers, it's becoming increasingly important as a new touchpoint. Against this market backdrop, BBM Inc. developed the "TS-405G" TV stick, powered by "Google TV for Operators," with the aim of providing a seamless and intuitive viewing experience to more users. This will enable users to easily enjoy a wide variety of free channel content on the big screen of their television. As part of this initiative, five new channels will be added to the service to further expand the content lineup.
Future Developments
Moving forward, while promoting the improvement of the viewing experience and enhancement of service value, BBM aims to establish a free broadcasting service that everyone can easily enjoy, by changing the service name of "FAST ch" to "Free TV" around this summer, making it a more intuitive and understandable brand.
Furthermore, to accelerate the distribution of domestic content, BBM plans to introduce FAST ch to Google TV platforms to be sold in Japan in the future, and the service will also gradually become available on already widespread Android TV platforms. This will allow viewers to access diverse Japanese content through their living room TV without any special settings.
In addition, to support these viewing environments from the hardware side, full-scale shipment of the "TS-405G" TV stick will commence this autumn. By enhancing accessibility from both software and hardware aspects, the company plans to establish "Free TV" as the standard for next-generation viewing styles.
Five new channels added to FAST ch
On the occasion of this announcement, the following five channels will newly start streaming in the FAST ch service's channel lineup. The company plans to further increase the number of channels and gradually expand the service through alliances with various operators to offer a wider variety of program genres.
■Free TV NEWS Powered by 17LIVE
(17LIVE Inc.)
A full-fledged news program jointly produced by FAST ch and 17LIVE. Delivering 10 carefully selected important news stories of the day live from 6 PM on weekdays.
■Igo & Shogi Light
(Igo & Shogi Channel Inc.)
Delivering exquisite famous matches of Igo and Shogi. Partially live broadcasting the Shogi Eight Major Title Matches. Lecture programs are also substantial.
■Marugoto Hokkaido ch (Whole Hokkaido Channel)
(Plandus Inc.)
Delivering "Hokkaido to watch now," carefully selected with unique discernment, mainly from programs produced by five local terrestrial broadcasters, 24 hours a day.
■Animax FREE
(Animax Broadcast Japan Inc.)
Broadcasting carefully selected popular anime, both new and old, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A collection of timeless masterpieces.
■Tokai Lokipo ch
(Nagoya Broadcasting Network Co., Ltd.)
This is a deep-dive Tokai channel created by five TV stations in Nagoya. Various talents happily deliver gourmet, variety, and travel information for Aichi, Gifu, and Mie.
About FAST ch
FAST