Broadbandtv Corp and CineClix Distribution Inc form Strategic Alliance for Digital Video Content Distribution
Vancouver, BC (ContentDesk) October 24, 2005 -- Broadbandtv Corp., a North American leader in the aggregation, distribution and marketing of video content via Video On Demand (VOD) over Internet Protocol (IP) channels, and CineClix Distribution Inc., a global digital film distribution company focused on Independent and Festival films, have entered into a Strategic Alliance that will feature CineClixs video content throughout the Broadbandtv network.
Under this agreement, over 80 Independent films will be added to Broadbandtvs distribution library immediately, with more to be added over the length of the agreement.
The new video titles being added to Broadbandtvs portfolio feature a special selection of curated titles acquired by CineClix from Independent film makers, distributors and film festivals throughout the world.The addition of CineClixs content and Broadbandtvs VOD over IP distribution capabilities will provide consumers a highly user friendly and efficient experience in downloading and viewing hard to find curated independent film content on their own TVs in the comfort of their homes. Broadbandtv and CineClix will share pay-per-view revenues derived from the fees paid by participating consumers. They will also collaborate on joint marketing initiatives at Film Festivals and Markets throughout the globe. Broadbandtv is very excited about partnering with CineClix said Shahrzad Rafati, President and CEO of Broadbandtv.
CineClixs compelling selection of Independent and Festival films will be a valued addition to our distribution library and will help us drive greater bottom line benefits to our network and platform partners. The technological evolution of IP as a video content delivery system is now moving very quickly said CineClix Co-founder and COO Ingrid Morse. This opportunity is exciting because it offers consumers direct access to our unique content, which can be conveniently pre-ordered and sent directly to their IPTV set-top boxes. Our catalogue is now available to millions of customers who prefer to watch independent films at home on their TV, but dont have sophisticated home networks to access the growing amount of video content on the Internet. About Broadbandtv:BBTV is a media company that brings together content owners, VOD over IP software and hardware platform providers as well as network operators to help create economically sustainable VOD over IP business models. BBTV specializes in the aggregation, sales, marketing and distribution of content via the VOD over IP channel.
For more information visit www.broadbandtv.caAbout CineClix:In addition to owning and operating a Festival Film Download website, www.CineClix.com, CineClix Distribution is a digital film distribution company, with sublicenses into various digital channels.
Focusing on the Independent film market, CineClix attends film festivals throughout the world to seek content and spread its message about the commercial opportunities for film owners through digital distribution. For further information, please contact:Shahrzad Rafati Broadbandtv Corp.Tel: 604-630-4930Ingrid Morse CineClix Distribution Inc. Tel: 604-688-2339.
Genesis Microchip to Integrate McObject?s Database in Embedded Software Applications
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(ContentDesk) September 17, 2003---Within an electronic programming guide, eXtremeDB facilitates optimal database designs, supports reliability and data integrity, and makes possible efficient data retrieval and storage. eXtremeDB's tiny footprint ? approximately 100K RAM ? enables its use in resource-constrained embedded systems, and the database's streamlined design and in-memory deployment deliver the zero-latency performance required for consumer electronics.(eXtremeDB's role in EPG designs was previously highlighted in an Electronic Engineering Times article ? available at http://www.eetimes.com/story/OEG20021127S0035 ? and in a white paper available from McObject's Web site, www.mcobject.com )."eXtremeDB gave us the performance and flexibility we required to manage the complex data in our applications,"...
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The Perfect Holiday Accessories for the $100 Billion Market. Extend the life of your electronics with simple preventative maintenance.
According to the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), sales of consumer electronics (CE) goods such as computers, LCDs, flat panel TVs and digital cameras and camcorders are estimated to total over $100 billion this year. The estimate represents a 5% increase over 2003 expenditures, which reached approximately $96.3 billion. As consumers continue to purchase expensive CE products, particularly during the holiday season, many fail to take the proper steps to protect their investments for the long run. This holiday season, Falcon Safety Products is offering a wide variety of inexpensive "stocking stuffer" type products that could add years to the lives of those expensive CE gifts. "The consumer electronics market has experienced such incredible growth, as advanced technology has gone from being out of reach to being expensive but attainable," said Ken Newman, Product Manager of Computer and Office Brands for Falcon.
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What Bowling and Success Have In Common
was flying home from a seminar in Atlanta yesterdayafternoon on Delta and they have TVs on each seat.It was 1pm and I was a bit tired, so I was channel surfing andwouldn't have minded if I just fell asleep for the trip.But as I was surfing, I came across ESPN, the sports network,and they were having the finals of a bowling tournament.I'm not a huge bowling fan, I do try to 'hit the lanes' onceor twice a year, but I caught the end of an interview with oneof the bowlers and it got my attention.Here's why.He was talking about how important staying focused andhaving a positive attitude is, but then he said something thatI know to be so helpful.I call them, S.R.P.'s.S.R.P. stands for ?Success Reference Points.'Here's what he said:He said that he thinks about a time in the past when he wasbowling and 'on fire', and he was doing great.He puts himself back in that mindset.What was he saying to himself?How was he standing, how was his posture?He even watched old bowling videos of him doing great.We...
What Bowling and Success Have In Common
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Dealhack.com Is an Excellent Resource for Holiday Shopping
Los Angeles, CA (ContentDesk) November 24, 2005 -- Visitors to Dealhack.com use the site to find gift ideas and discover bargains on highly-sought merchandise.The Dealhack(TM) team conducts searches across the web to locate discounts on the hottest tech and consumer items. Each time they find an interesting deal, they post a description with all the relevant details."Saving money is fun," said Michael Bell, CEO. "Were uncovering great deals and spreading the word. Our users find outstanding gift ideas that are real bargains too."Dealhack features listings on a wide array of the most popular goods, including iPods, MP3 players, digital cameras and camcorders, cell phones, Apple and Dell computers, GPS devices, TVs and more. Dealhack.com has just published a series of Holiday Gift Guides to help people find perfect presents for the passionate creative types in their lives.
Categories include:+ Gift Guide for the Book Lover+ Gift Guide for the Movie Lover+ Gift Guide for the Music...
Dealhack.com Is an Excellent Resource for Holiday Shopping
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Compare LCD vs DLP TVs
What are the differences between DLP and LCD TVs, and which is the better choice for you?LCD vs. Plasma to LCD vs. DLPTwo new technologies in the world of TV, DLP and LCD, are now in a tight competition. Not long ago, everyone was talking about Plasma vs. LCD - which one would win? It became clear to most that Plasma, with its short lifespan of just 3-4 years, was simply not the best choice.
In fact, the LCD screen has several benefits over plasma. For instance, LCD screens run much cooler than the average plasma TV, and thus require less power to operate. Plasma TVs run so hot, in fact, that they require a fan to cool them down ? which can be noisy. In addition, plasma screens have a tendency to degrade over time, slowly becoming dimmer. LCD screens, on the other hand, run relatively cool, and do not degrade over time.
Some Plasma owners, who have used their TVs for a few years now, have already witnessed the dimming of their screens. Also, LCD screens tend to have overall...
Compare LCD vs DLP TVs
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