Singapore – StarHub, in partnership with Huawei Technologies Co Ltd (Huawei), announced the launch of StarHub's HSPA+ network in Singapore. The announcement makes StarHub the first operator in Asia-Pacific to have a mobile broadband network capable of speeds of up to 21Mbps. StarHub’s customers will be among the first in the world to experience the fastest mobile broadband speed and superior services than anytime previously through its HSPA+ network and devices provided by Huawei. In … [Read more...] about StarHub and Huawei launch Asia-Pacific’s first HSPA+ Network
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Cinemax re-brands as MAX
Singapore - HBO Asia has announced a revamp of the Cinemax channel, starting from March 29 at 9pm (SIN). Now re-branded as MAX, the 24-hour commercial-free programming subscription service targeted at men promises new on-air style and enhanced programming content. Kicking off the line-up on March 29 is the Asian television premiere of JJ Abrams' monster movie, Cloverfield. MAX will also be showing the entire Indiana Jones movie franchise, leading up to the television premiere of Indiana Jones … [Read more...] about Cinemax re-brands as MAX
Whitehead confirmed as GM & SVP BBC Worldwide Channels Asia
London - Mark Whitehead has been confirmed as general manager and senior vice-president of BBC Worldwide Channels Asia, assuming his new position end-April 2009. Announcement was made by Darren Childs, managing director, BBC Worldwide Channels to whom Whitehead will report. Based in Singapore, Whitehead will assume responsibility for the reach, ratings and revenue of BBC Worldwide Channels' operations across the Asia Pacific region and India, and will spearhead the distribution of the six-strong … [Read more...] about Whitehead confirmed as GM & SVP BBC Worldwide Channels Asia
mio TV adds Astro RIA to channel line-up
Singapore - SingTel mio TV premiered its first 24-hour general entertainment Malay language channel - Astro RIA (channel 34) on March 23. Astro's first regional general entertainment channel in Singapore will include different genres of movies, dramas, comedies, musicals and infotainment programmes. In addition to Malaysian and Indonesian content, Astro Ria will also extend its offering to include other non-Malay and other Asian programmes, which will either be subtitled or dubbed in Malay/ … [Read more...] about mio TV adds Astro RIA to channel line-up
AETN International cements deal with AXN BEYOND for Criss Angel Mindfreak
New York/Singapore - AETN International has cemented a deal with AXN BEYOND for seasons 2-4 of Criss Angel Mindfreak. In Criss Angel Mindfreak, master provocateur Criss Angel captivates viewers with mind-boggling demonstrations of skill. Angel's performances feature incredible illusions, death defying escapes and astonishing physical feats. In addition to AXN BEYOND, Criss Angel Mindfreak airs in over 40 countries worldwide, including Fox 8 (Australia); Xing Kong Channel (China); I Cable and … [Read more...] about AETN International cements deal with AXN BEYOND for Criss Angel Mindfreak
New deals for Endemol’s Wipeout
Endemol International announced new deals for Wipeout. The UK series has been snapped up by TV3 in New Zealand, and AXN in Asia have taken the US series. Sold to 22 territories including territories such as Germany, Spain, The Netherlands, Greece and The Middle East, the game show sees contestants competing for a grand cash prize in grueling and hilarious rounds across extreme obstacle courses. … [Read more...] about New deals for Endemol’s Wipeout