BBC reveals new ‘Netflix-style’ iPlayer
The BBC has unveiled an update to its on-demand iPlayer service, which will include new online-only shows for “a BBC Three audience”, as the broadcaster looks to emulate the success of Netflix.
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BBC ramps up mobile search
The BBC has rolled out a new search engine for its content on mobile, as the broadcaster looks to broaden its mobile reach.
BBC Three to go online-only
BBC Three is to be axed and will become a wholly online channel, as part of the broadcaster’s cost-cutting plans.
Event report: The 4 biggest trends in media research
In the digital age, what measurements really matter to TV advertisers? A recent symposium attended by industry heavyweights looked at the changing face of media research, and the implications for advertisers.
Mobile ads ‘twice as effective as PCs’- BBC study
Advertising that runs on mobile devices is much more effective than that on PCs, particularly when it targets affluent users, according to new study.
An ode to Valentine’s Day (the online shopping version)
As online shoppers scramble to grab a suitable Valentine’s Day present, Rakuten’s Play.com, has commissioned a romantic poem written by spoken word poet Dan Simpson, Canterbury’s Laureate, whose poetry has featured on London Underground and on BBC Radio.
EA faces backlash for Dungeon Keeper ‘freemium’ charges
The growing trend for ‘freemium’ mobile games has come under more scrutiny this week, as Electronic Arts sparked criticism from customers that it is over-charging on its latest remake of the classic ‘Dungeon Keeper’ strategy game.
Digital skills event tackles skills shortage
Manchester Digital, the digital trade body serving the North West, is organising a Digital Skills Festival to help tackle the digital skills shortage, which continues to be an issue for the region.
blinkbox lets customers sample shows before they buy
blinkbox, the movie and TV streaming service from Tesco, is building on the success of last year’s Try TV on Us offer by signing a major multi-studio content deal for its return.
BBC tests 15-second video news for Instagram users
The BBC is testing ‘Instafax’, a new short video service for Instagram users, letting them view 15-second news round ups on the Facebook- owned social media platform.