Neither Google, nor Twitter, nor the new Bing: There are many people who continue to rely on the old and colorful Teletext for information. about current events, weather, sports results, programming, horoscopes, billboards… even to exchange messages. And Teletext isn’t just dead, it’s still alive (and healthy, judging by the number of users it has) on our TVs thanks to DTT.

Born as a BBC experiment in 1972 and arriving in Spain in the late 80’s, Teletext provided updated data and news via a numerical navigation system (where you have to enter the three-digit number that takes you to each page). The essence has not changed. there is no aesthetic.

Teletext isn’t just dead, he’s in good health too

Most have one design kitsch With a stunning array of colors that are pixelated and intended for easy identification, she has made a hole in her heart (and routine). Those who value simplicity and accessibility when accessing information on a device at your fingertips: televisions.

Just like you need a device and a speed (fiber or data) to access the internet, You only need a television signal and this device to use DTT Teletext., avoiding saturation and interference, allowing you to reach almost any home regardless of the state’s geographic location. In addition, it is very cheap to maintain, which is one of the reasons Teletext continues to exist in Spain and is present in 99.3% of homes.

Another compelling reason for its existence is the number of users: nearly two million people continue to bet on Teletext To find out what’s going on in the world, according to a TVE study echoed by El Mundo.

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