Category Archives: Entertainment
Chevrolet Invites Filmmakers to Make Films for The Oscars
Automaker Chevrolet says it will advertise its top vehicles for the night of stars – The Oscars. As part of its return to The Oscars, Chevrolet is looking for independent filmmakers to tell a story celebrating the simple, yet significant
Netflix Families for Streaming TV Shows and Movies
Leading Internet television network Netflix has launched Netflix Families, a new destination to meet family’s entertainment needs. The company made this announcement Tuesday, June 18. Parents will find the Netflix rows filled with recommendations of family TV shows and movies,
Hasbro and Rovio to Target Angry Birds
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) and Rovio Entertainment announced Monday an expanded licensing agreement for Hasbro to develop toys and physical games based on the Angry Birds brand. The new agreement makes Hasbro the premier toy licensee for Angry Birds, including the
Netflix to Premiere DreamWorks Animation TV Shows
Netflix Inc. and DreamWorks Animation (Nasdaq: DWA) today announced a multi-year deal making the world’s leading Internet TV network the premiere home of new original series from the creators of global box-office hits including the Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda
Amazon Lovefilm Offers Disney Movies on Demand
Lovefilm, an Amazon company, has today announced the launch of Disney Movies on Demand on Lovefilm Instant streaming service, bringing Disney titles to the streaming service. Filled with a whole host of family-friendly movies, such as Disney Pixar’s Academy Award
Superman Crowdfunding Campaign for Horn of Africa
A hometown visit by a legendary comic book artist who will paint a one-of-a kind art piece on an entire wall, sneak peeks at one of the industry’s most anticipated video games and a custom bedroom designed for the kid
Rhapsody Concerts App Launched for Music Fans
Rhapsody music service has launched Rhapsody Concerts, a new music app that connects fans to the live music experience. With Rhapsody Concerts, music lovers can find concerts near them, listen to full streams of who’s playing the show and buy
DreamWorks and Ford Making Need for Speed Film
DreamWorks Studios and Ford Motor Company have announced an exclusive partnership for the feature film “Need for Speed.” The film will include significant integration of Ford products, along with extensive media promotion by Ford at the time of the film’s
DC Digital Comics to Provide New Level of Interactivity
DC Entertainment, a leading digital comic book publisher, unveiled two new digital innovations Tuesday that will take its comics to the next level of interactivity. DC Entertainment president Diane Nelson and co-publisher Jim Lee unveiled DC2 and DC2 Multiverse at
Vizio Fandemonium to Search the Ultimate Fan
Vizio, America’s leading LCD HDTV brand, announced Tuesday the launch of Vizio Fandemonium, an online social community created to provide fans the chance to rally together, share and express their enthusiasm for sports, music, movies, games and more. Vizio Fandemonium
Digital Drives Entertainment & Media Industry Growth
Consumer access to entertainment & media (E&M) content and experiences is being democratized by ever increasing access to the Internet and explosive growth in the ownership of smart devices. According to PwC’s annual Global Entertainment and Media Outlook 2013-2017 –
Jim Kozimor to Host Yahoo! SportsTalk Live
Comcast SportsNet Bay Area and Yahoo! Sports have announced a partnership to produce Yahoo! SportsTalk Live (@YSTL), a new hour-long sports roundtable discussion show. It will feature opinionated commentary, in-depth analysis and lively debate on the day’s trending sports and
Online Theory: How Does the Man of Steel Shave?
In association with the June 14 theatrical release of Man of Steel, Gillette (NYSE: PG) is inviting Superman fans everywhere to debate one of the most pressing questions surrounding the famed superhero: If the Man of Steel really is impervious
Shazam Launches Redesigned App with New Features
Leading media engagement company Shazam has launched a complete redesign of its app for iPad fans. It includes a new discovery home screen, an improved layout for Shazam tag results for both TV and music, and a new way to
Microsoft Unveils Xbox One Home Entertainment System
Microsoft Corp. has unveiled Xbox One, an all-in-one gaming and entertainment system. At Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, Wash., the company showcased how Xbox One puts you at the center of all your games, TV, movies, music, sports and Skype. “Xbox
LG to Update Google TV with Android Jelly Bean OS
LG Electronics announced Wednesday that its Google TVs will be updated with the latest version of the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system (OS). LG is showcasing Google TVs with the new operating system at the Google I/O developer conference
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