Microsoft Launches Online Video Service for Windows
Mobile-Based Devices
MSN Video Downloads Delivers Food Network, FOX Sports,
Children's Programming, News and More for Portable Media Centers
and Select Smartphones and Pocket PCs
REDMOND, Wash. -- March 30, 2005 -- Microsoft Corp. today announced
the launch of MSN Video Downloads, which will provide daily
television programming, including video content from MSNBC.com,
Food Network, FOX Sports and IFILM Corp., for download to Windows
Mobile (TM) -based devices such as Portable Media Centers and
select Smartphones and Pocket PCs.
Since the launch of the Microsoft Windows Mobile-based Portable
Media Center last fall, more than 20 new content partners,
including CinemaNow Inc., MLB.com, MSNBC.com, MSN
Music, MTV Networks
Music, Napster
Inc., SnapStream Media Inc. and TiVo Inc., have agreed to make
video available online specifically formatted for Windows
Mobile-based multimedia devices.
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portable
entertainment, and today's
announcement solidifies the continued momentum we've seen for
portable video," said John Pollard, director of Windows Mobile
Applications and Services Marketing at Microsoft. "With content
from some of the most recognized brands in entertainment, MSN
Video Downloads helps bring this vision to life, allowing people
to take their favorite television shows with them whether they
are on the train, waiting for a doctor's appointment, or keeping
the kids occupied in the back seat of the car."
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http://www.msnvideodownloads.com. A one-year premium membership to
the MSN Video Downloads service with access to all available videos
is $19.95 (U.S.). In addition, people can access a limited amount
of free content without a paid membership.
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Laptop Computer The MSN Video Downloads service is designed to keep people
better entertained and informed, wherever and whenever they want.
With great content provided daily, such as sports highlights, news
headlines, children's programming, music videos, independent films
and comedy shows, MSN Video Downloads is one of the first online
video download services dedicated to portable entertainment. In its
debut, the MSN Video Downloads service was previewed at the 2005
International Consumer Electronics Show in January.
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Desktop Computer People subscribing to the premium service will be able to select
the content they want to receive from the Web site. Digital videos
are downloaded daily to a Windows Media Player 10 library, ready to
be synchronized with Portable Media Centers and other devices. The
video content is compliant with PlaysForSure (TM) devices that play
video, and is optimized for Portable Media Centers and compatible
with Smartphones and Pocket PCs that support Windows Media Player
10 Mobile.
Notebooks New with the final launch of the service is the ability to
select the specific content downloaded to the subscriber's Windows
XP-based PC each day. Subscribers can also activate a new automatic
deleting feature that specifies how long video from the MSN Video
Downloads directory will remain on their PC, thus avoiding a large
backlog of clips.
Lenovo The following programming will be available on MSN Video
Downloads:
Hard Drive * MSNBC.com. News and business headlines updated throughout the
day, as well as segments from "Today"
* BreakTV. Behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews with
television's hottest celebrities
* COOKIE JAR Entertainment Inc., a global producer and marketer of
children's entertainment, offering children's programs such as
"Paddington Bear," "Animal Crackers" and many other popular kids'
television series
* DIY Network. Videos about home improvement, crafts, hobbies,
indoor-outdoor living, and
kitchen and bath remodeling
* FINE LIVING TV Network. Inspiring
programs featuring travel destinations, mind and body enrichment,
ideas for entertaining and home design as well as videos for
automobile enthusiasts
* FOX Sports. In-depth news, analysis and unparalleled national
and regional coverage of the National Football League, Major League
Baseball, NASCAR, the National Basketball Association, and select
college basketball and football highlights, as well as FOX Sports
Net original programming including "The Best Damn Sports Show
Period" and "Beyond the Glory"
* Food Network. Fun and interesting videos featuring grilling
tips, ideas for entertaining, healthy eating, quick-and-easy
recipes and pop-culture food specials
* Fun Little Movies. Specializing in original, live-action comedy
content; new "Fun Funny Phone Films" including the following
series: humorous headlines in "Comedy USA," sci-fi parody "Spacey
Movie," and the "Mini-Bikers," where little people on little
motorcycles fight crime, a little at a time
* Headliners Entertainment Group Inc. (OTCBB:HLEG), the operator
of Rascals Comedy Clubs, presenting a selection of comedy clips
from Rascals Comedy Classics, including performances from popular
stars such as Tim Allen, Rosie O'Donnell, Drew Carey and Ray
Romano; only Rascals can bring viewers comedy superstars, before
they were stars, and the breaking stars of tomorrow, today
* Home & Garden Television (HGTV). Selected
programs featuring remodeling, home-building, design and
decorating, kitchen and bath to enhance a
home's curb appeal
* IFILM. Movie trailers, viral videos, short films and other
IFILM-exclusive content
* TotalVid. Deep selection of action sports clips including
surfing, snowboarding, skiing, windsurfing, street racing,
kiteboarding, skateboarding, climbing, kayaking, off-road, Moto X,
mountain biking, inline skating, BMX and more
* Want Media. Music videos, live concerts, Broadway shows, extreme
sports and motor sports programs, full-length films from
independent filmmakers and underground cinema
Travelstar The following are content partners for Windows Mobile-based
devices:
Gateway * ATI Technologies
* BreakTV*
* CinemaNow Inc.
* COOKIE JAR*
* DIY Network
* FINE LIVING TV Network*
* Food Network*
* FOX Sports*
* Hauppauge Computer Works Inc.
* Headliner Entertainment Group*
* HGTV*
* IFILM*
* MediaPass Network LLC
* MLB.com
* MSN Music
* MSNBC.com*
* MTV Networks
* Napster
* NVIDIA
* Pinnacle Systems Inc.
* SnapStream Media Inc.
* TiVo Inc.
* TotalVid*
* Want Media*
* watchmusichere.com
Laptop Parts About Windows Mobile
Software Windows Mobile software for Pocket PCs, Smartphones and Portable
Media Centers reduces the complexity and constraints that hobble
the flow of personal and business communications while also
enabling people to enjoy rich media experiences. With Windows
Mobile, individuals and organizations are empowered to achieve
their productivity goals and also realize the excitement of the
digital lifestyle -- from music and
memories to television, movies, gaming and communication. More
information can be found at http://www.windowsmobile.com.
Hard Drives About Microsoft
Electronics Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide
leader in software, services and solutions that help people and
businesses realize their full potential.
Canon Microsoft, MSN, Windows Mobile, Windows Media, PlaysForSure and
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