New York/Singapore/Hong Kong - AETN All Asia Networks Pte. Ltd. (AAAN) announced the launch of The History Channel HD (HISTORY HD) in Singapore and Hong Kong. The launch marks the debut of the HISTORY HD brand in the Asia-Pacific region. The channel will launch on September 1 in Singapore on StarHub Digital Cable and in Hong Kong on now TV in late September. HISTORY HD will broadcast 100 percent HD content, and will offer a separate schedule from the standard definition service. The channel will … [Read more...] about HISTORY HD to debut in Asia Pacific
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STAR India unveils Bengali language channel
Mumbai / Hong Kong - Following the Group's divestment of its stake in Balaji Telefilms, STAR India announced the launch of STAR JOLSHA. The channel, which is scheduled for launch on September 8, is looking to change the entertainment landscape in Bengal. STAR JOLSHA will provide an array of differentiated programming, fiction, non-fiction programmes, mythology, movies and reality shows. STAR JOLSHA begins with a chat show by renowned National award winning director Rituparna Ghosh, called Ghosh … [Read more...] about STAR India unveils Bengali language channel
Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor
Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. (Turner) has formed a distribution and content partnership with iScreen Corporation, the leading mobile service provider in Taiwan, for Cartoon Network mobile services. In a multi-year agreement, iScreen will distribute, market and promote Turner's Cartoon Network-branded mobile services to operators, serving Taiwan mobile users via downloads and streaming. "Turner is excited about this partnership with iScreen, as it will bolster our presence in the … [Read more...] about Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor
Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor
Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. (Turner), the leading player in wireless content development and distribution in Asia Pacific, has formed a distribution and content partnership with iScreen Corporation, the leading mobile service provider in Taiwan, for Cartoon Network mobile services. In a multi-year agreement, iScreen will distribute, market and promote Turner’s Cartoon Network-branded mobile services to operators, serving Taiwan mobile users via downloads and streaming. … [Read more...] about Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor
Al Jazeera Mobile connects with fresh audiences
Doha - Al Jazeera Network has reported 14 new agreements with mobile operators - making Al Jazeera Mobile's Arabic and English language SMS, MMS and live streaming content accessible in several new markets worldwide. Al Jazeera English currently reaches over 120 million households and Al Jazeera Arabic over 50 million homes worldwide. In the Middle East, Al Jazeera Mobile launched with Saudi Arabia's STC and Mobily; in the UAE with DU and also with Yemen Mobile. In North Africa new services have … [Read more...] about Al Jazeera Mobile connects with fresh audiences
Discovery applies to launch 3 new channels in India
New Delhi - Discovery Networks Asia Pacific has applied to launch three channels - Discovery Science, Discovery Turbo and Discovery HD in India by the first quarter of 2009. The company's application for licences has been submitted applied to the ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Discovery Networks India SVP & general manager Rahul Johri said that changing market dynamics, research and viewer feedback suggests that Discovery Science, Discovery Turbo and Discovery HD will satisfy the … [Read more...] about Discovery applies to launch 3 new channels in India