The combination of the emerging digital video broadcasting-handheld (DVB-H) standard with cellular communication like UMTS produces a hybrid network with enormous potential for mobile multimedia applications. In order to optimize the performance of hybrid networks, the characteristics of different individual networks have to be considered. Our prototypical hybrid network infrastructure employs smart access management for an optimal usage of both broadcast and point-to-point network. Our demonstrator-"night scene live", a multimedia event portal-is an excellent example of an application exploiting the potential of future hybrid networks

In this paper, we present the Media Gallery, a MHP-based interactive multimedia application on digital TV. This application allows customers to view and order their digital photos and to order physical prints and fun products from these digital photos directly from TV. The Media Gallery opens a new distribution channel and market opportunity for the photo finisher and a platform to comfortably view and order their digital images directly on their TV.