Shanghai- The Shanghai Media Group is joining forces with Intel Corp to develop wireless broadband and mobile technology for high-definition TV programs. The partnership aims to allow audiences to watch HD programs anywhere and at any time, on personal computers or mobile devices, the Shanghai Daily reports. "We are at a crucial time when the traditional media and new media are converging," Zhang Dazhong, vice president of SMG, told the fourth China International New Media Forum before the … [Read more...] about Shanghai Media partners Intel on HD wireless and mobile technology
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Content costs blamed for StarHub rates hike
Singapore – From 11 July 2007, StarHub’s pay-TV prices will rise by around 20% across its Basic Group and Value Pack subscription fees. Hardest hit will be sports fans however, who from October face a 66% hike in the Sports Group subs fee, up from S$15 to S$25 (from US$9.70 to US$16.20) per month. StarHub's rate adjustment will be introduced through a S$4 (US$2.60) increase in its Basic Group and Value Pack subscription fees. Thomas Ee, StarHub's Senior Vice President of Cable, Fixed … [Read more...] about Content costs blamed for StarHub rates hike
BBC Worldwide sells Michael Palin adventure, dramas to TVNZ
Sydney- BBC Worldwide Australasia has licensed New Europe with Michael Palin, the new 6 x 50' series from the intrepid adventurer as he explores 20 countries in Central and Easter Europe, to Television New Zealand, together with a new adaptation of Jane Austen's Persuasion (1 x 95') and the second series of drama Torchwood (13 x 50') and Primeval (7 x 50'). … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide sells Michael Palin adventure, dramas to TVNZ
Five Shanghai nominations for BBC Worldwide
Shanghai- Planet Earth, Born Equal, After Thomas, and Recovery have been nominated for the Shanghai Television Festival's Magnolia Awards. This year's fest runs June 11-15. From Pole to Pole, episode one of the Planet Earth series, has been nominated for Best Nature Documentary. Born Equal has received two nominations - Best TV Film and Best Screenplay (TV Film). Meanwhile in the Best Director category, Simon Shore has been nominated for his direction on the true story After Thomas, and David … [Read more...] about Five Shanghai nominations for BBC Worldwide
NHK World in U.S. carriage deal
Tokyo- MHz Networks will present 24-hour English-language international channel NHK World TV to viewers in Washington D.C. starting July 2007. MHz Networks will broadcast NHK World TV on its sixth international channel MHz 6, following France 24, Russian World TV, Russia Today and NTA (Nigerian Television Authority). Headquartered in Virginia, MHz Networks' broadcast reaches Washington D.C. and surrounding suburbs. NHK World TV will also be available via cable services in the areas that carry … [Read more...] about NHK World in U.S. carriage deal
James Packer, former media mogul
Sydney- The Packer dynasty's reign in Australian media is over. James Packer has stepped down as chairman of PBL Media, owner of the eastern States Nine Network and ACP magazines, after the Packer-controlled PBL reduced its stake in the company from 50% to 25%, ceding control to its joint venture partner CVC Asia Pacific. CVC partner Adrian MacKenzie is expected to become chairman of PBL Media, with the Packer-appointed Ian Law continuing as Chief Executive. Packer will remain on the PBL Media … [Read more...] about James Packer, former media mogul