Motorola Introduces MPEG-4 Encoders for Enhanced Video Quality and Bandwidth Management
LAS VEGAS, June 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — NXTcomm — Motorola (NYSE:
MOT) today announced the release of two MPEG-4 encoder solutions that will
dramatically enhance the operational efficiency of distributing high
definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video for service and content
providers. Read more
Online Advertising Revenues Continue to Surge in First Quarter, IDC Finds
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.–The current economic crisis has not affected U. S. Internet advertising spending: Total revenue increased by 23.9% to $7.1 billion in the first quarter (1Q08) compared to $5.7 billion in 1Q07. IDC expects Internet advertising to continue to expand rapidly during 2008 even though advertising spending across all media will most likely be cut back.
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CBSSports.com to Distribute Heavy’s Award-Winning Video Series, The Burly Sports Show
CBSSports.com will distribute The Burly Sports Show using the Husky Network, a new premium video advertising platform
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Digital Newsagent: Download E-versions of top UK magazines
British media company John Menzies Digital Ltd today started an new web service that allows customers to download digital versions of leading UK magazines to their desktops. Participating publishers include IPC, Bauer Consumer Media, Hachette and Future.
Rescue Me: Minisodes Burn Up the Small Screen This Summer
Ten Original, Standalone Minisodes Premiere June 24th on FX & Online at
Sony Pictures’ Crackle. Read more
Universal Music Group and Qualcomm Announce Agreement to Expand UMG’s Direct-to-Consumer Mobile Offering
SAN DIEGO and NEW YORK, May 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Universal
Music Group (UMG), the world’s leading music company, and Qualcomm
Incorporated, a leading developer and innovator of advanced wireless
technologies and data solutions, today announced that UMG will expand its
lineup of direct-to-consumer mobile content and services for music fans by
leveraging Qualcomm’s BrandXtend(TM) solution. UMG’s mobile offering will
be available directly to consumers through its artist Web and WAP sites, CD
packaging and its GetMusic.com portal.
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NASA Launches New Education Initiative With Disney Parks and Buzz Lightyear
WASHINGTON, May 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — As seven, well-trained
astronauts begin an important mission to the International Space Station on
Saturday, May 31, one toy astronaut, Buzz Lightyear, will begin a journey
to help educate children across the country. Read more
Creative Introduces an Entirely New Category of iPod Speakers - the Pocket-Sized Creative TravelSound
MILPITAS, Calif., May 21 /PRNewswire/ — Creative, a worldwide leader
in digital entertainment products, today announced an entirely new category
of iPod speakers with the Creative TravelSound for iPod nano. The first
one-piece iPod nano speaker portable enough to fit in a pocket or purse,
the TravelSound for iPod nano delivers surprisingly powerful sound for such
a small speaker. The TravelSound for iPod nano is now available for
US$79.99 at Amazon.com, Apple stores, Buy.com, B&H Photo, Creative.com,
Fry’s Electronics, J&R, Newegg.com, and Walmart.com. Read more
Sony’s Rolly Rolls Into the U.S.
SAN DIEGO, May 20 /PRNewswire/ — For those who want to experience
music through movement, Sony’s Rolly music entertainment player, a
palm-sized, egg-shaped device that rolls and spins like it’s dancing to the
music, is now available at Sony Style retail stores nationwide. Read more
Nokia Launches New Digital Music Store in Sweden
ESPOO, Finland and STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ –
Nokia (NYSE: NOK) announced today that the Nokia Music Store in Sweden has
gone live. With millions of tracks from major artists, independent labels,
and up-and-coming Swedish acts, the Nokia Music Store let’s people enjoy
music directly on their Nokia device or personal computer. The Nokia Music
Store, with its compelling combination of download and streaming services,
empowers you to connect to music you want, in the way you want. Read more