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
Omneon Video Networks appoints Shin Yung Chul country manager for South Korea
California- Omneon Video Networks, provider of media server and active storage systems, appointed Shin Yung Chul as country manager for its South Korean operations. Based in Seoul, he reports to Andrew Thornton, Vice President of Sales for Asia/Pacific. Shin was formerly Senior Sales Manager for broadcasting at Avid Technology, Inc., where he was responsible for sales of nonlinear editor, server, graphics and workgroup products into the Asian market. … [Read more...] about Omneon Video Networks appoints Shin Yung Chul country manager for South Korea
Daniel Shum joins Disney Channel Asia Pacific as head of Consumer Strategy and Research
Hong Kong- Daniel Shum has been appointed Vice President of Consumer Strategy and Research for Disney Channel Asia Pacific. Based at the regional headquarters in Hong Kong, he reports to Nicky Parkinson, Senior Vice President of Disney Channel Asia Pacific, Kelly Pena, Vice President, and Jill Dowless, Vice President at Disney-ABC global research group in Burbank. Shum will direct all regional brand and consumer research studies and define marketing and programming strategies for key franchises. … [Read more...] about Daniel Shum joins Disney Channel Asia Pacific as head of Consumer Strategy and Research
FremantleMedia Enterprises announces series of appointments
FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) has announced appointments and promotions within its ancillary rights business across Asia Pacific as part of its growth in the region. Malti Peplow takes the newly created position of Director, Sponsorship & Interactive, Asia, responsible for exploiting regional brands including Indonesian Idol, Singapore Idol, Indian Idol, The Price Is Right, Family Feud and The Mission across consumer products, telephony and voting, live events, interactive and wireless as … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia Enterprises announces series of appointments
Miss Hong Kong to be crowned July 21
Hong Kong– The Miss Hong Kong Pageant 2007, organized by Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) will be held July 21 at the Hong Kong Colesium. The slogan for this year's pageant is "Witnessing the 10th Anniversary of the Handover with Your Beauty". After the June 2 telecast of the special program Miss Hong Kong: A Beautiful Encounter, 12 beauties were chosen from the 24 short-listed candidates. In addition, there are four from overseas: Vancouver, San Francisco and Las Vegas. All 16 … [Read more...] about Miss Hong Kong to be crowned July 21