Move Networks Extends its Ability to Deliver Internet Television to Millions Worldwide
Development Tools and Strategic Partnerships Enable Delivery of HD Internet Television to Any Internet Connected Device
Las Vegas, NV – CES – January 08, 2009 – Move Networks, the leader in Internet television services, today announced that it has expanded its capacity to deliver HD Internet television experiences to viewers everywhere at any time. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2009), Move Networks is showcasing a growing number of technology, distribution, and solution provider partnerships, to support Internet television initiatives of any size and scope in every market. As such, Move Networks remains the only Internet television services provider capable of delivering HD programming to any Internet connected device – from PC’s to mobile devices, Set-tops and Digital TV’s.
In addition, Move Networks also announced that it is optimizing its media player with a simplified user interface for Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs) and Netbooks, allowing consumers to quickly access high quality Internet television whether at home or on the go. Move Networks’ will be demonstrating the new viewer-friendly Internet television interface for any Internet connected device at CES this week.
Move Networks will also release a beta version of an enhanced software development kit (SDK) for new and existing device manufacturer partners in Q1 2009. Move’s Device SDK extends the same Internet television services to Linux based devices for multiple semiconductor architectures. With these new capabilities, Move Networks is partnering with leading consumer electronics providers and extending the reach of Move quality to new platforms, creating even more engaging experiences for Internet viewers of sporting events, concerts, news, sitcoms, dramas and more.
“Internet television has grown from short-form, low-quality clips into long form high-quality programs similar to those found on traditional television,” said John Edwards, CEO of Move Networks. “Consumers are demanding high-quality, buffer-free programming that can be accessed on-demand. Move Networks partnerships are ensuring the availability of this type of experience everywhere, anytime to broader Internet television audiences worldwide.”
“Our partnership with Move Networks has allowed us to answer the rising consumer demand for broadcast quality Internet television and strengthened our ability to provide this experience across multiple platforms,” said Marcus Liassides, Chief Executive Officer of Inuk Networks. “Integrating Move Network’s adaptive streaming technology into our igloo virtual Set-Top Box solution has opened many exciting opportunities worldwide with cable, satellite and IPTV platform operators who want to offer an off-net or multi-room solution to PCs and Macs.”
“Move Networks has been a fantastic partner for us. Their expertise, experience and technology of delivering live, high-definition sporting events to a worldwide audience have helped us grow our business,” said J. Chris Wagner, EVP and Co-Founder of NeuLion. “Whether watching an NFL game in Europe or a soccer match in the USA, the quality is great.”
About Move Networks
Move Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of Internet television services that drive the growth and support of online audiences for leading broadcasters and publishers including Fox, ABC, the CW, and Discovery. The video technologies and services developed and managed by Move Networks enable leading brands to deliver live and on-demand programming to millions of people without the buffering, stalling, and low-quality viewing experiences common with competing technologies