Own production, with 3G/4G contribution and aerial shots, mark the return of 'España Directo'

Among the novelties of the TVE magazine, LiveU backpacks to make live connections via 3G, underwater recording to discover the secrets of our coast and helicopters controlled by radio frequency to show the best aerial images.

Spain Direct, the classic TVE format, returns on July 15 to the afternoons of La 1 with important new features, but remaining faithful to its essence. Presented by journalist Marta Solano from Studio 1 of Prado del Rey, on this occasion the format will be a TVE own production.

Solano has pointed out that “in this new stage, the experience of long-time TVE professionals is combined with the enthusiasm of young people” and has highlighted that what hooked him on the project are “the social stories, the closeness and the adrenaline of doing almost two hours live a day.”

An extensive team of reporters spread throughout Spain will offer every day, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., a look at culture, traditions and current events from different parts of Spain.

The space will have Albert Barniol as a collaborator: he will report on the weather every day and answer any questions that viewers may have about weather information.

Technology

Among the novelties of this stage is the incorporation of backpacks LiveU (distributed by Park 7) for contributions on 3G/4G networks that will allow live connections to be made, facilitating the mobility of the reporter and their team.

Spain Direct It will also have an underwater recording system to discover the secrets of our coast and radio frequency-controlled helicopters to show the best aerial images of the Spanish landscapes. The space will also have virtual sets and augmented reality techniques.

New technologies and social networks will be very present. In the web All content can be found in the program, with special emphasis on recipes, parties and getaways. All reporters and Marta Solano will have a Twitter account, which will enable a more direct relationship with their followers.

The director of the program will be Ignacio Velázquez, the director José Miguel Aguado and the producer, Santiago Campo, all of them professionals with long experience at TVE.

• Spain Live – 07/15/13