The US provider of mobile TV services MobiTV has announced that its managed network for mobile television and radio has surpassed four million subscribers. Since launching its first mobile television service in November 2003, MobiTV has deployed television offerings on more than 15 carrier networks, including Sprint, AT&T Wireless, Alltel, Telus, Rogers and Bell Canada among others.
“The company continues to accelerate its growth trajectory, adding another million subscribers in the past 10 months,” said Charlie Nooney, chairman and CEO, MobiTV in a prepared statement. “We are thrilled to be on the cusp of mass market acceptance for mobile entertainment in North America. We see a vibrant future for user-driven programming, interactivity and connected media experiences, all of which we continue to create and innovate to deliver a superior value to network operators, content owners, advertisers and viewing consumers.”
MobiTV has more than 50 channels available in the U.S. and offers live television, premium and primetime programming, video-on-demand and satellite and digital music services programming from major brands such as ESPN, NBC, Disney Channel and A&E Networks. MobiTV’s extensive programming line-up includes MSNBC, Animal Planet, Bravo, USA Network, Bloomberg, Access Hollywood, CNBC, CNET, Fox Business, Oxygen, Pussycat Dolls, Sci Fi, The History Channel, The Weather Channel, TLC, ToonWorld TV Classics, V40 Top Hits, XM Radio and more. Available channel line-ups vary by carrier partner.
The MobiTV service is available on more than 350 devices currently and provides an interactive platform for advertising, voting, polling and mCommerce. The service is carried over the mobile operator’s network, not over a broadcast network.
