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NOOK Video UK début

Following the September US launch of its NOOK Video service for its NOOK e-reader, Barnes & Noble, the retailer of content, digital media and educational products, has confirmed that its NOOK Video offering of films and TV shows is available in the UK for NOOK HD and NOOK HD+ customers through new and expanded licensing […]

December 10, 2012By Colin Mann

Research: 66% of Pay-TV subs have multi-screen

Low ARPUs, growing competitive threats, and rival multiscreen services are driving many pay-TV providers in Europe and Asia to explore new business strategies in video services, according to research firm Parks Associates. A new report from Parks Associates, indicates multiscreen services now reach 66 per cent of pay-TV subscribers in Western Europe, 21 per cent […]

December 7, 2012

ESPN Player on iPad

ESPN Player, the sports media company’s broadband service across the EMEA region, is extending beyond desktop computers for the first time, launching as an app on Apple iPads. The sports streaming service is how available today as a free application on the Apple iPad from the iTunes store. The new app offers fans the same […]

December 7, 2012

Redbox Instant delayed to 2013?

Although recent signs such as the appearance of a customer help site in beta suggested the anticipated pre-Christmas launch of the Redbox Instant by Verizon online entertainment joint venture formed between US telco Verizon and retail solutions specialist Coinstar was on track, it now seems the service may not appear until 2013. Speaking at the […]

December 5, 2012By Colin Mann

ESPNFC expanding to multiple platforms

EAs the European and global football season gathers pace, ESPNFC, the multi-platform global football initiative from ESPN, is unveiling a package of enhancements as it continues to grow audiences and connect brands with fans. Available online, via the mobile web, smart phone apps, and, on TV via football debate and discussion show PressPass, ESPNFC brings […]

December 4, 2012

Redbox Instant set for December début

The anticipated pre-Christmas launch of the Redbox Instant by Verizon online entertainment joint venture formed between US telco Verizon and retail solutions specialist Coinstar is looking one step closer, with the appearance of a customer site in beta. Eric Bruno, Verizon’s vice president of strategy and planning for consumer and mass business markets, stated late […]

December 3, 2012By Colin Mann

Orange: Android breaks iOS mobile media dominance

Orange has announced the results of Orange Exposure 2012/2013 – an annual independent study by TNS into mobile media habits across UK, France and Spain for the advertising industry. The research provides an insight into the mobile media habits of 11-18 year olds and firmly establishes mobile as the primary screen of choice with smartphone […]

November 29, 2012

C4 and Capablue: Second screen ads are the future

Capablue, a specialist in TV Everywhere solutions, has been working with Channel 4 to create a proof of concept that explores the potential of future advertising formats. The interactive advertising application uses the second screen to provide the broadcaster with a more sophisticated and less intrusive way of showing ads and interacting with viewers. Having […]

November 29, 2012

NOW TV launches on Roku

NOW TV, Sky’s OTT service, is extending its reach, becoming available on Roku streaming players. New customers, including those signing up through Roku, can take advantage of a free 30 day trial of the service, plus also benefit from a three-month introductory offer of £8.99 (€11.13) a month. Roku users will be able to find […]

November 28, 2012

Nook HD tablet for UK

Barnes & Noble’s budget tablet is now available in UK stores, with the launch of the Nook HD and the Nook HD+. The Nook HD costs £159 (€197) for the 8GB model and £189 for the 16GB version and features a 7-inch 1440 x 900 display. The Nook HD+ features a 9-inch screen and boasts […]

November 22, 2012