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Conviva’s Latest Streaming Data Shows Advertisers Beginning to Reemerge; Rise of Smart TVs Slows Growth for Connected TV Devices

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Hardware, Social media, General Sports, Consumer electronics, Mobile Entertainment, Technology, Audio, Video, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Other Entertainment, TV and Radio, Sports, Entertainment, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Mass media, Telecommunications, Information and communications technology, Multimedia, Digital media players, Internet broadcasting, Internet television, Television technology, Chromecast, Smart TV, Streaming media, Roku

The report also uncovered new streaming trends including the long-awaited return of advertisers and the increasing battle between smart TVs and connected TV devices such as Roku.

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  • The report also uncovered new streaming trends including the long-awaited return of advertisers and the increasing battle between smart TVs and connected TV devices such as Roku.
  • As a result, we are seeing more investment in streaming services, advertisers shifting to streaming platforms and consumers adopting streaming-enabled devices and TVs at a rapid pace.
  • Connected TV devices, such as Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and Chromecast, continued to dominate streaming viewership in Q3 with 55% share of global viewing time.
  • However, for the first time, connected TV devices did not keep pace with overall streaming growth (55% vs 57%), demonstrating an uncharacteristic falter in the category.

hoopla Offers a Digital Content Trick-or-Treat for At-Home Halloween Celebrations

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Thursday, October 22, 2020
Computing, Operating systems, Video on demand services, Computer architecture, Digital media, Hoopla, Networking hardware, Chromecast, Android

HOLLAND, Ohio, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --As families reimagine Halloween traditions this year, hoopla digital, the category-creating digital service for public libraries, has curated a collection of spooky and fun content of all ages for at-home celebrations.

Key Points: 
  • HOLLAND, Ohio, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --As families reimagine Halloween traditions this year, hoopla digital, the category-creating digital service for public libraries, has curated a collection of spooky and fun content of all ages for at-home celebrations.
  • "At hoopla digital, we love Halloween and we've worked to collect the best titles for the holiday.
  • This year, Halloween will look different and we are here to help with an exciting content for your at-home celebration," said hoopla digital co-founder Jeff Jankowski.
  • To access content on hoopla digital, cardholders of participating libraries can download the free hoopla digital mobile app on their Android or iOS device or visit hoopladigital.com .Content on hoopla can be accessed across a range of platforms including Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, and Chromecast.

The Film Detective Announces Launch on Glewed TV

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
E-commerce, Streaming, Computing, Film preservation, The Film Detective, Digital media players, Networking hardware, PLEX, Stirr, Chromecast, Multimedia, Spectrum TV Stream

Dedicated to leading cord-cutters to unique, engaging, immediate, and convenient content, Glewed TV offers viewers thousands of film and television titles, available across Android,iOS,Roku, Amazon Fire TV,Chromecast, and more.

Key Points: 
  • Dedicated to leading cord-cutters to unique, engaging, immediate, and convenient content, Glewed TV offers viewers thousands of film and television titles, available across Android,iOS,Roku, Amazon Fire TV,Chromecast, and more.
  • "We are excited to be working with Glewed TV to bring cord-cutters classic film and television content," saidPhil Hopkins, founder of The Film Detective, "This partnership presents an additional opportunity to allow modern-day viewers a new way to enjoy old classics."
  • The Film Detective's launch on Glewed TV comes as the latest in a series of expansions to the digital reach of The Film Detective's classic film library, also newly available to stream on the popular streaming platform, Plex.
  • The Film Detective has released its classic movieappon web, Android,iOS,Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV and is available live with a 24/7 linear channelon Sling, STIRR, Plex, andDistroTV.

Global Adds New Primetime Specials Starring Lilly Singh and Seth Meyers, Plus New Ensemble Comedy Connecting…

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Thursday, October 1, 2020
Entertainers, Video bloggers, Comedians, Lilly Singh, Lilly, Chromecast

Comedian and late-night host Lilly Singh also moves to primetime on Global with two-part special, Sketchy Times with Lilly Singh coming soon to Global.

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  • Comedian and late-night host Lilly Singh also moves to primetime on Global with two-part special, Sketchy Times with Lilly Singh coming soon to Global.
  • The half-hour special airs on Global Thursday, October 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, from Studio 8G in midtown Manhattan's iconic Rockefeller Center.
  • Lilly Singh, host of A Little Late with Lilly Singh, stars in new, two-part special Sketchy Times with Lilly Singh, with themed episodes featuring Lilly in a variety of sketches and musical parodies.
  • The Global TV App is available on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku streaming players, Roku TV models and at watch.globaltv.com .

Frndly TV Upgrades DVR Again to Celebrate Its 1-Year Anniversary - Just in Time for the Holidays

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Thursday, October 1, 2020
Computing, Operating systems, Computer architecture, Networking hardware, Chromecast, Android

For a second time since launching a year ago, Frndly TV will increase the length of time recordings can be kept with its unlimited storage cloud DVR.

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  • For a second time since launching a year ago, Frndly TV will increase the length of time recordings can be kept with its unlimited storage cloud DVR.
  • With this increase, Frndly TV has tripled the length of time customers can keep their recording since its launch.
  • Frndly TV customers can watch at home on their big screen TV with Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, or Chromecast, or on-the-go with Android and iOS mobile apps.
  • Frndly TV delivers family friendly content at an even friendlier price with low monthly plans and no contracts or commitments.

Peloton Interactive, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Fiscal 2020 Financial Results

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
Pelotón, Networking hardware, Chromecast, Telecommunications, Computing, Companies

Peloton is the largest interactive fitness platform in the world with a loyal community of more than 3 million Members.

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  • Peloton is the largest interactive fitness platform in the world with a loyal community of more than 3 million Members.
  • The company pioneered connected, technology-enabled fitness, and the streaming of immersive, instructor-led boutique classes for its Members anytime, anywhere.
  • Peloton makes fitness entertaining, approachable, effective, and convenient, while fostering social connections that encourage its Members to be the best versions of themselves.
  • The brand's immersive content is accessible through the Peloton Bike, Peloton Tread, Peloton Bike+, Peloton Tread+, and Peloton App, which allows access to a full slate of fitness classes across disciplines, on any iOS or Android device, Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku TVs, and Chromecast and Android TV.

Extraordinary Wingsuit Adventure, "The Connection," Now Streaming Exclusively On EDGEtv

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Networking hardware, Chromecast, Wingsuit flying, Telecommunications, Recreation, Computing

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --EDGEtv, an adventure lifestyle streaming service, recently released worldwide its latest action sports documentary, " The Connection ," exclusively on EDGEtv.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --EDGEtv, an adventure lifestyle streaming service, recently released worldwide its latest action sports documentary, " The Connection ," exclusively on EDGEtv.
  • "We are excited to know our audience will share this experience exclusively on EDGEtv."
  • Born and raised in France, Rudy Cassan is a world-renowned wingsuit flyer and alpinist, climbing mountain peaks to fly down with a wingsuit.
  • EDGEtv is currently available on Roku , iOS , Android , Chromecast, and EDGEtv.com , and coming soon to Apple TV, Android TV, and Amazon Fire TV.

Vuvies Is A Revolutionary New Type of Streaming Service That Is Being Announced Today

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Friday, August 21, 2020
Computing, Operating systems, Smartphones, Computer architecture, Chromecast, IPhone, IOS, Android

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vuvies Revolutionary Streaming Community Is Being Announced Today.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vuvies Revolutionary Streaming Community Is Being Announced Today.
  • Vuvies was envisioned to bring forth the following:
    Streaming Community | It's more than an endless rotating shop floor of content.
  • Empowered Community | The community will influence decisions made in the context of their favorite films & shows.
  • Vuvies will be available on major platforms like Windows, Linus, IOS, Apple TV, Android, iPhone, Samsung, LG & Chromecast & many others.

Global Acquires New Daytime Show The Drew Barrymore Show Premiering September 14

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Digital media players, Telecommunications, Networking hardware, Internet broadcasting, Broadcasting, Chromecast, CBS, Roku

Premiering Monday, September 14 at 3 p.m. ET/PT on Global, the one-hour daytime show is hosted by award-winningHollywood actress Drew Barrymore as she brings information, inspiration, and entertainment to the daytime audience this fall.

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  • Premiering Monday, September 14 at 3 p.m. ET/PT on Global, the one-hour daytime show is hosted by award-winningHollywood actress Drew Barrymore as she brings information, inspiration, and entertainment to the daytime audience this fall.
  • The Drew Barrymore Showis optimism TV, bringing information, inspiration, and entertainment to the daytime audience this fall.
  • The one-hour nationally syndicated daytime show is produced and distributed by CBS Television Distribution and filmed in New York City.
  • The Global TV App is available on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku streaming players, Roku TV models and at watch.globaltv.com .

Redbox Expands Redbox Free Live TV Adding New Channels including Cheddar and Tastemade's Streaming Network

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Computing, Digital media players, Information and communications technology, Mass media, Television technology, Internet television, Video on demand services, Redbox, Smart TV, Chromecast, Apple TV, Roku

Redbox Live TV, which launched earlier this year, has quickly ramped its channel lineup and now has over 60 channels, including three Redbox channels designed and programmed for movie lovers everywhere.

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  • Redbox Live TV, which launched earlier this year, has quickly ramped its channel lineup and now has over 60 channels, including three Redbox channels designed and programmed for movie lovers everywhere.
  • Within the past few weeks, Redbox Free Live TV has added nearly 20 channels.
  • Redbox Free Live TV can be enjoyed via Redbox.com , Roku, iOS and Android devices, Apple TV, Android TV, Vizio Smart TVs, LG TVs and Chromecast.
  • Redbox delivers value and convenience through unparalleled choice across content, platforms, rental and purchase options, and price points including free live TV.