Billionaire Alki David Launches FilmOn Mobile Platform, Providing Free HD Network Television Service for Mobile Devices
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Posted on November 2, 2010 at 8:14:01 AM
Billionaire Alki David Launches FilmOn Mobile Platform, Providing Free HD Network Television Service for Mobile Devices
-More Than 20 Channels Including all Major Networks Available Through FilmOn.com Mobile Platform Without an Application Download-
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- FilmOn.com, the first online High Definition Television provider, announced today the launch of FilmOn Mobile; the first free, fully functional live television platform for mobile devices including the iPad(TM), Android(TM) and BlackBerry(TM) models. FilmOn Mobile includes programming from all major network TV stations and select cable channels as well as FIlmOn's own branded channels. The service is available at http://www.filmon.com
FilmOn Mobile does not require an application download. It works seamlessly with the built-in devices' media players using FilmOn's proprietary encrypted service to broadcast live television in HD over a basic 3G connection.
The service currently utilizes Los Angeles and European based affiliates. Additional major cities local affiliate channels including New York, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Houston and Seattle will be populating the platform in the coming weeks.
The free FilmOn Mobile platform provides HD live viewing of all major networks and free television using Los Angeles and European feeds. The channels include:
-- ABC (KABC) -- KCAL
-- CBS (KCBS) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- NBC (KNBC) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- The CW (KTLA) -- Univision (KMEX)
-- FOX (KTTV) -- Universal Sports
-- PBS (KOCE) -- KCAL
-- ION Television (KPXN) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- My Network TV (KCOP) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- Universal Sports
"FilmOn is providing the next logical step in entertainment as mobile devices have become an integral part of our lives," said Alki David, founder, FilmOn. "Free television has always been available to TV set owners. I believe television should be equally as free and readily available to all mobile device owners as well."
Accessing FilmOn Mobile
FilmOn Mobile is available to mobile users with an Internet connection with at least 3G speed. Mobile users can log on to http://www.filmon.com from any compatible mobile device. The device will automatically begin streaming the FilmOn platform. The built-in interface allows users to switch channels from the channel icons.
Built for Networks and Content Owners
FilmOn's advanced data management coupled with comScore's media beacon offers content owners, networks and advertisers highly advanced reporting on audience behavior and a brand new collection of media and market data tools, expanding the film & television industries' reach into the dynamic world of Internet distribution
In 2004 FilmOn filed several patents for the accounting of content for branded players and branded site, specifically for the delivery of live and VOD video content. FIlmOn is utilizing these patents by providing FilmOn technology to third party broadcasters and publishers.
"FilmOn will provide TV station and cable channel partners with a dynamic branded distribution platform that prevents content piracy while providing a worldwide promotional platform and an intuitive advertising user network that produces detailed viewer analytics that will facilitate new online advertising revenues," said David Ferrara, president, FilmOn. "FilmOn is currently in negotiations with major cable providers and plans to provide complete syndicated cable television services throughout the U.S. in 2011."
Premium Content
FilmOn also provides a premium package of stations that includes adult content, specialty content genre channels such as Horror, Thriller, Documentaries and Sports and international channels that include a mixture of music, movies, sports and news including:
-- BBC News
-- Bloomberg International
-- CNN International
-- Dubai Sports
-- Flaunt
-- Horse & Country
-- More Music
-- Rai Sports
-- Scuzz Music
-- Sky News
-- Viva
-- Wedding TV
FilmOn's Own Branded Channels
-- BattleCam TV
-- FilmOn Documentaries
-- FilmOn Drama
-- FIlmOn Martial Arts
-- FIlmOn Music
ABOUT FilmOn.com Inc.
FilmOn.com Inc. was founded in March 2009 by FilmOn.com Plc, a Berlin-listed public company (2F0A-BER) and is operated independently by a dedicated U.S. management team with offices in Los Angeles and London.
ABOUT Alki David
Having starred in several films and television series, such as THE BANK JOB and THE GRID, Alki David is also listed as the 45th richest man in the United Kingdom by Times Magazine's "Rich List." He is a serial internet entrepreneur and shipping magnate.
MEDIA CONTACT
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Jason Magner
310-854-8128
jmagner@rogersandcowan.com
SOURCE FilmOn.com Inc.
FilmOn.com Inc.
CONTACT: Jason Magner, +1-310-854-8128, jmagner@rogersandcowan.com, for FilmOn.com Inc.
Web Site: http://www.filmon.com
-More Than 20 Channels Including all Major Networks Available Through FilmOn.com Mobile Platform Without an Application Download-
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- FilmOn.com, the first online High Definition Television provider, announced today the launch of FilmOn Mobile; the first free, fully functional live television platform for mobile devices including the iPad(TM), Android(TM) and BlackBerry(TM) models. FilmOn Mobile includes programming from all major network TV stations and select cable channels as well as FIlmOn's own branded channels. The service is available at http://www.filmon.com
FilmOn Mobile does not require an application download. It works seamlessly with the built-in devices' media players using FilmOn's proprietary encrypted service to broadcast live television in HD over a basic 3G connection.
The service currently utilizes Los Angeles and European based affiliates. Additional major cities local affiliate channels including New York, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Houston and Seattle will be populating the platform in the coming weeks.
The free FilmOn Mobile platform provides HD live viewing of all major networks and free television using Los Angeles and European feeds. The channels include:
-- ABC (KABC) -- KCAL
-- CBS (KCBS) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- NBC (KNBC) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- The CW (KTLA) -- Univision (KMEX)
-- FOX (KTTV) -- Universal Sports
-- PBS (KOCE) -- KCAL
-- ION Television (KPXN) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- My Network TV (KCOP) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- Universal Sports
"FilmOn is providing the next logical step in entertainment as mobile devices have become an integral part of our lives," said Alki David, founder, FilmOn. "Free television has always been available to TV set owners. I believe television should be equally as free and readily available to all mobile device owners as well."
Accessing FilmOn Mobile
FilmOn Mobile is available to mobile users with an Internet connection with at least 3G speed. Mobile users can log on to http://www.filmon.com from any compatible mobile device. The device will automatically begin streaming the FilmOn platform. The built-in interface allows users to switch channels from the channel icons.
Built for Networks and Content Owners
FilmOn's advanced data management coupled with comScore's media beacon offers content owners, networks and advertisers highly advanced reporting on audience behavior and a brand new collection of media and market data tools, expanding the film & television industries' reach into the dynamic world of Internet distribution
In 2004 FilmOn filed several patents for the accounting of content for branded players and branded site, specifically for the delivery of live and VOD video content. FIlmOn is utilizing these patents by providing FilmOn technology to third party broadcasters and publishers.
"FilmOn will provide TV station and cable channel partners with a dynamic branded distribution platform that prevents content piracy while providing a worldwide promotional platform and an intuitive advertising user network that produces detailed viewer analytics that will facilitate new online advertising revenues," said David Ferrara, president, FilmOn. "FilmOn is currently in negotiations with major cable providers and plans to provide complete syndicated cable television services throughout the U.S. in 2011."
Premium Content
FilmOn also provides a premium package of stations that includes adult content, specialty content genre channels such as Horror, Thriller, Documentaries and Sports and international channels that include a mixture of music, movies, sports and news including:
-- BBC News
-- Bloomberg International
-- CNN International
-- Dubai Sports
-- Flaunt
-- Horse & Country
-- More Music
-- Rai Sports
-- Scuzz Music
-- Sky News
-- Viva
-- Wedding TV
FilmOn's Own Branded Channels
-- BattleCam TV
-- FilmOn Documentaries
-- FilmOn Drama
-- FIlmOn Martial Arts
-- FIlmOn Music
ABOUT FilmOn.com Inc.
FilmOn.com Inc. was founded in March 2009 by FilmOn.com Plc, a Berlin-listed public company (2F0A-BER) and is operated independently by a dedicated U.S. management team with offices in Los Angeles and London.
ABOUT Alki David
Having starred in several films and television series, such as THE BANK JOB and THE GRID, Alki David is also listed as the 45th richest man in the United Kingdom by Times Magazine's "Rich List." He is a serial internet entrepreneur and shipping magnate.
MEDIA CONTACT
-------------
Jason Magner
310-854-8128
jmagner@rogersandcowan.com
SOURCE FilmOn.com Inc.
FilmOn.com Inc.
CONTACT: Jason Magner, +1-310-854-8128, jmagner@rogersandcowan.com, for FilmOn.com Inc.
Web Site: http://www.filmon.com