Vizio's SmartCast OS and automatic content recognition technology give advertisers glass-level data on what viewers watch across all inputs. Its home screen and native ad placements offer high-impact inventory at the point of content discovery.
2024—Acquired by Walmart for $2.3B
2021—Launches WatchFree+ FAST service
2015—IPO on NYSE (VZIO)
2007—Renamed from AmTran Technology to VIZIO
2002—Founded as AmTran Technology
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Paramount+ Launches Pop-Up Channel On VIZIO’s WatchFree+
Walmart Completes Acquisition of VIZIO
Ninja Launches Second Season of Tom Colicchio’s Shoppable Series ‘The Pantry’ on VIZIO
The Spotlight Before the Stream: Introducing VIZIO’s Home Screen Highlight
FOX Creates Immersive VIZIO Home Screen Experience to Launch Fear Factor: House of Fear