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Jul 28 2016
Sky has confirmed it will launch a virtual reality app this summer as part of its commitment to the burgeoning technology. Announcing its results for the 12 months ended June 30, Sky said that the launch of the VR app would cement the company’s “leadership in innovative, immersive content”. The app is part of the […]
Jun 29 2016
Now TV has launched what it claims is the UK’s first contract-free triple play bundle – offering TV, broadband and call bundles. The Now TV Combo is due to launch next month alongside the latest generation of the Roku-powered Now TV Smart Box – which includes a new homepage and frequently updated editorial recommendations. Announced […]
Jun 17 2016
BBC Online attracted record breaking digital figures for the home nations Euro 2016 clash between England and Wales on June 16th with 2.3 million unique browsers watching online, more than double the previous record, while a peak audience of 9.3 million million people (73 per cent share) tuned in on BBC One. An all-time high […]
May 18 2016
In celebration of Streaming Day on May 20th, streaming platform specialist Roku has released findings from a recent omnibus survey on the streaming habits of British consumers. According to the survey results, the impact of streaming entertainment amongst consumers is prevalent. More importantly, consumer behaviour is changing in order to accommodate streaming ‘FOMO’, or ‘Fear […]
May 16 2016
The BBC’s plans launch a Netflix rival have gained significant momentum after proposals in the UK Government’s White Paper on the future of the BBC included provisions for the Corporation to launch a new paid-for subscription service. BBC chiefs are understood to have held talks with potential partners, including ITV and NBCUniversal, about launching such […]
Apr 20 2016
Netflix is committing to 4K and HDR, promising more than 150 hours of 4K HDR content by the end of the year. Netflix was one of the first services adopt 4K and is now doing its best to press ahead with high dynamic range (HDR) – the latest hot topic when it comes to TV […]
Apr 13 2016
The number of homes paying for IPTV in Western Europe overtook pay satellite TV ones in 2015. According the Digital TV Western Europe Forecasts report, IPTV subscriptions will climb by nearly 7 million (up by 27 per cent) between 2015 and 2021. IPTV revenues will reach $5.77 billion in 2021 – up by $1.2 billion. […]
UKTV stays on satellite until the end of the decade
CITV: Children’s TV channel will close in September
That’s TV secures licence for That’s Cinema
BBC Radio 4 begins information campaign to transition listeners from Long Wave
Sky News launches international audio service
ITVX Kids launching in Summer 2023
CNN launches new FAST channel in Europe
More organisations join crusade to protect terrestrial television and radio
Channel launches and updates on Freeview
ITV announces closure of CITV
Aug 3 2016
BBC iPlayer Radio app goes Global
The BBC has confirmed that the BBC iPlayer radio app is now officially available around the world. iPlayer Radio first became available outside the UK last month in the Republic of Ireland and the USA. Now the app is available internationally via the relevant country-specific app stores for iOS, Android and Amazon. Users who downloaded […]
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By Expat • BBC Radio, International News, Online • Tags: BBC, BBC iPlayer Radio app, BBC RADIO