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  Coming Soon to Reading

  October 21, 2011 / Local TV, View TV News

  View TV Reading is an online television station for the people of Reading featuring all the latest in local news, events, businesses, lifestyle, sport and industry.
  Here’s a taster of what residents of Reading can expect from View TV Reading, due to launch in Winter 2011.
  If you like what you see here and think your business could benefit from a professional advertorial, or would like to contribute then get in touch by emailing reading@viewtv.co.uk
  To watch View TV Reading follow the link;
  www.viewtv.co.uk/reading
   

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  Stephen Hawking to appear on The Big Bang Theory

  April 4, 2012 / Entertainment, International

  The first images of Stephen Hawking‘s guest appearance on The Big Bang Theory have been released.
  In the pictures, the 70-year-old theoretical physicist can be seen meeting with Sheldon (Jim Parsons) in what appears to be a library.

  They are taken from an episode of the CBS sitcom airing in the US this Thursday (April 5) entitled ‘The Hawking Excitation’, which follows Sheldon’s attempts to track down the cosmologist after Wolowitz (Simon Helberg) begins working with him.
  Details of Hawking’s cameo in The [...]

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  Tory MP suggests ‘The Voice’ is just a very expensive advert

  April 4, 2012 / Entertainment, Music

  Conservative MP Philip Davies has hit out at The Voice UK and the BBC, describing the show as “a very expensive advert” for music label Universal.
  The rights to the Saturday night music series were purchased by the BBC for a large investment, rumoured to be over £20 million. The winner of the talent search lands a deal with Universal and three of the show’s star coaches are also signed to the record company.
  Davies, who is MP for Shipley, West Yorkshire, [...]

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  ‘The Apprentice’ back for a new series on BBC1

  March 14, 2012 / Entertainment, Live TV, News

  The Apprentice is back on BBC1 for a new series and this year’s contestants include a Recruitment Manager/Professional Wrestler who claims to be “the reflection of perfection”, a 20 yr old Greek Restaurant owner and Manchester’s Azhar Siddique, who has two pet sharks.
  This year Lord Sugar is quoted saying “This is not about a job anymore and I’m not looking for a friend. If I wanted a friend I’d get a dog.”
  The 16 contestants are;
  Bilyana Apostolova – Bulgarian born Risk [...]

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  Zeebox says social is changing TV Commerce: Q&A with founder, Anthony Rose

  March 7, 2012 / Live TV, News

  Zeebox has been dubbed by some as the “future of social TV.” CBR spoke with Zeebox founder and ex-CTO of BBC iPlayer on how social engagement is changing the face of TV commerce.

  How do you think TV Commerce will develop in the future?
  People have been looking for all sorts of ways to make TV more interactive. At Zeebox we asked consumers, what would you want to do when watching TV? The answer was to get more information about what’s playing [...]

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  Apple to unveil new Apple TV along with next iPad?

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Adding to previous chatter, a new report says Apple will unveil a new Apple TV set-top box alongside its next iPad.
  In a recent report, The Verge says both devices will get their debut at tomorrow’s special event and that there’s a reason for that: They both use the same chip.
  Citing anonymous sources, The Verge says the chip will be the previously rumored (and photographed) “A5X”, versus the A6–the latter being the expected quad-core chip and successor to the dual-core A5, [...]

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  TV ad revenue hits record thanks to Google and Groupon

  March 7, 2012 / News

  A record £4.36bn spent in 2011 as internet giants plough millions into TV ads for first time.
  Television advertising revenue in the UK increased by 2.2% year on year to a record £4.36bn in 2011, as advertisers such as internet giants Google and Groupon ploughed millions into TV commercials for the first time.
  The UK TV market was buoyed by 887 new or returning advertisers – defined as those who have not run commercials for at least five years – according to [...]

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  Matthew Kelly’s ‘Benidorm’ episode seen by 6.5 million

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Benidorm showed no signs of fatigue on its second outing of 2012 on Friday night, overnight data indicates.
  Matthew Kelly‘s guest appearance on the hit ITV sitcom was seen by 6.08m (25.8%) in the 9pm hour, and 431k (2.4%) on ITV1 +1, down only 100k on last week’s premiere.
  At the same time, a New Tricks repeat had 4.04m (17.1%) for BBC One, while The Mentalist climbed to 1.6m (6.3%) for Channel 5, Melvyn Bragg on Culture interested 1.21m (5.2%) on BBC [...]

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  Sky revamps iPad app to support multi-screen F1 streaming

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Sky has announced a major revamp of the Sky Sports News iPad app to support multi-screen video streams, starting with the launch of the new Sky Sports F1 channel this Friday.
  The satellite broadcaster, which has won the rights to show all Grand Prix live on television from 2012 to 2018, intends to offer “unparralled” coverage of the world’s premier motorsport.
  It also hopes to entice free-to-air viewers to its pay-TV platform with the lure of various content supporting Formula One, including [...]

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  Netflix-branded remotes rumoured for UK

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Netflix has revealed plans to increase its presence in the UK market.
  The video streaming firm told Tech Radar that it is planning to introduce its app to more smart TV platforms in the territory, and release branded-remote controls.
  Netflix launched in the UK in January, hitting the PlayStation 3, iPad and PC among other devices. Samsung smart TVs are the only sets to carry the service in the region, but other brands are expected to sign up in the near future.
  “Smart [...]

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  Toshiba announces glasses-free 3D laptop

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Toshiba has announced the Satellite P855 glasses-free 3D laptop.
  The electronics manufacturer showcased the mid-range computer during its 2012 Partner Summit, reports Tech Radar.
  Toshiba’s Satellite P855 features a 15.6-inch screen, Intel Series CPU and an Nvidia 630 GT graphics card. The machine also packs Harrman Kardon speakers and is coated in brushed aluminium.
  A lenticular lens sheet and 3D webcam technology track the user’s eyes and realign the image on screen depending on where they are looking. Toshiba first showcased this tech [...]

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  Animal Planet becomes Sky’s 60th HD channel

  March 7, 2012 / News

  Sky has announced the addition of the 60th high definition channel to its satellite TV lineup, as HD viewing on the platform increases by almost two thirds.
  The Discovery Communications-operated Animal Planet HD has now started broadcasting on channel 525 on Sky’s electronic programme guide.
  The wildlife channel becomes the 32nd network in Sky’s Entertainment Extra HD pack, excluding the six free-to-air channels.
  Sky now beams HD programming to more than 4m homes in the UK via its Sky+ HD set top boxes, [...]

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  Endemol Agrees With Lenders to Restructure $2.6 Billion in Debt

  January 19, 2012 / View TV News

  Endemol NV (EML), the Dutch producer of the “Big Brother” TV shows, said a majority representing more than two-thirds of its lenders have agreed “in principle” on restructuring about 2 billion euros ($2.6 billion) in debt.
  “Without the constraints of an onerous capital structure, we will be able to pursue exciting growth initiatives,”President Marco Bassetti and Chief Financial Officer Just Spee said in a statement today.
  The company will continue talks in coming weeks to finalize documents for the restructuring, Endemol said. [...]

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  LG, Lovefilm sign smart TV pact

  January 19, 2012 / View TV News

  LG is to add Lovefilm to its smart TVs, the telly maker and Amazon-owned video streaming firm said today.
  LG’s sets have so far provided access to Acetrax, a Lovefilm rival without the latter’s DVD rental option.
  Lovefilm, meanwhile, is keen to get its service onto as many IPTV-capable platforms as possible, not merely to help it compete with its arch-rival, Netflix, but also to encourage more consumers to sign up.
  This month, Lovefilm introduced an unlimited streaming-only package which provides access to [...]

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  Swedish TV viewers get 24 hour 3D channel

  January 16, 2012 / News

  3D lifestyle channel HIGH TV 3D continues to expand across Europe having launched in Sweden on the Canal Digital platform yesterday.

  The channel, which broadcasts nearly every genre possible in 3D including comedy, drama, fitness and movies, has expanded rapidly since its launch in April last year. Viewers in Romania, Finland, Denmark, all of the Arab Region, Indonesia, China, India, Taiwan, Georgia, Australia and New Zealand can now watch the 24 hour 3D channel which produces most of its own content.
  “It [...]

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  Google Plans Regular TV Upgrades

  January 16, 2012 / News

  Google has said that its latest television iteration will receive annual software updates, as well as voice search and personalised recommendations.
  Google said it plans to upgrade its Google TV software by the end of the year, adding fresh content and more personalised recommendations, and maintaining its annual software upgrade schedule.
  “We don’t intend to stop iterating,” Rishi Chandra, director of product management for Google TV, told BusinessWeek at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week. “You’ll see cool [...]

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  ABC TV on Demand joins Lovefilm

  January 16, 2012 / News

  Lovefilm is adding top US series from ABC TV on Demand in a deal with Disney UK.
  The branded subscription video on demand service will provide streamed access to ABC Studios’ library of hit network and cable series. Including Desperate Housewives, Grey’s Anatomy, Ghost Whisperer and Brothers & Sisters (pictured). Many series will be available in their entirety.
  Shows will be launched as full seasons after their first run on UK pay and/or free TV.
  In its battle for content with the newly [...]

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  2012 Golden Globes Awards (NBC): US TV Review

  January 16, 2012 / News

  Madonna puts tolerated emcee Gervais in his place at a sober Golden Globes Awards, says Rachel Ray.
  “If I’m still a virgin, why don’t you come over here and do something about it, Ricky. I haven’t kissed a girl in a while—on tv.”

  Ricky Gervais reportedly has said that this third time is the final time that he will host the Golden Globes awards. And that’s a good thing. Because despite a ratings-booster guarantee to offend the town and industry where he believes he’s an [...]

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  Retreat on BBC local radio cuts should signal advance for local media policy

  November 29, 2011 / View TV News

  Distant bugles sound impending retreat. It’s “not out of the question” that the BBC will relent on cutting 280 jobs and £15m a year out of local radio budgets, according to its chief operating officer. The director general himself adds a phrase or two of wriggle room. A vehement staff and listener campaign against the 14% savings proposed over the next five years begins to bear fruit. MPs, of course, are formidable allies in such a cause, for MPs have [...]

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  KM Group considers move into local TV

  November 22, 2011 / View TV News

  Kent newspaper publisher KM Group is considering a move into local TV following its failed bid to buy a group of titles from Northcliffe Media last month.
  Group chair Geraldine Allinson said a move into local TV would be a “natural step” for the publisher but admitted its failure to acquire seven weekly newspapers in October could hold it back.
  The deal fell through when the Office of Fair Trading referred the decision to the Competition Commission despite a warning from the [...]

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  Channel 4, YouTube and Microsoft trial ad selector video ads with Heineken and O2

  November 22, 2011 / View TV News

  Channel 4, YouTube and Microsoft are the first UK publishers to launch trials of an ad format that lets viewers pick which ad they want to watch from multiple brands ahead of video-on-demand content.
  The three-slate ad selector format, called ASq, has been developed by Vivaki as part of The Pool, its global research project kick started last year to identify the best ad format for the online industry (nma.co.uk 7 October 2010).
  Advertisers Heineken, O2 and Samsung are the first to [...]

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  Aljazeera Channel

  November 1, 2011 / Live TV

  Aljazeera Channel live on View TV other channels being added weekly

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  iPlayer creator launches Zeebox app for social TV viewing More than just a bit of tweeting

  November 1, 2011 / View TV News

  Today sees the launch of Zeebox, a free iPad and web app from Anthony Rose, the man behind iPlayer, designed to make your solitary TV-watching experience more of a social jamboree.
  At first glance, the app simply looks like an EPG – it shows you what’s currently on TV (taking in all the Freeview channels and some premium Sky and Virgin Media ones too) and what’s coming up next.
  Smart TVs can make use of the iPad app as [...]

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  Google TV gets software update

  November 1, 2011 / View TV News

  Google TV has a host of improvements coming to it in the latest software update which is about to be applied to the service.
  In a post on the GTV blog, the company admitted that the initial version of Google TV wasn’t perfect, but that they were learning fast and are set to address four issues raised by users in terms of feedback.
  The first of which is a far more simple and streamlined interface which takes cues from [...]

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  PBS to start broadcasting to UK viewers tonight

  November 1, 2011 / View TV News

  PBS will launch its new UK channel this evening (November 1) on cable and satellite, in a moment heralded by many UK-based American celebrities, despite the fact that the network is not available free-to-air.
  The new PBS UK channel will launch at Sky channel 166 and Virgin Media channel 243, debuting with the British TV premiere of Prohibition, the Ken Burns-directed three-part documentary series about the prohibition era in America. 
  The network will also air acclaimed science, history and [...]

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  Tributes paid after death of broadcaster Sir Jimmy Savile

  November 1, 2011 / View TV News

  Local residents close to his Highland home pay tribute to the man who served as Lochaber Highland Games chieftan for 36 years.
  Tributes have been paid to the much-loved broadcaster Sir Jimmy Savile who died at the age of 84.
  Friends in the West Highland community where Sir Jimmy Savile made his home have paying tribute to the legendary entertainment figure after his death.
  The 84-year-old spent large parts of the year at his cottage in Glencoe saying he loved the way of [...]

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  How the TV Content Landscape is Changing and What This Means for Operators

  November 1, 2011 / View TV News

  Viewers today have access to more content than ever before.
  To begin with, live TV is growing at a rapid rate. At the end of 2010 there were 9,893 channels established in Europe – with 7,600 channels in the EU itself. 300 new channels were launched in the EU during 2010, adding to already extensive linear schedules.
  And at the same time, the increased accessibility of on-demand content and extensive back catalogues are driving a change in consumer [...]

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  BBC TV licence fee may extend to iPlayer

  October 31, 2011 / View TV News

  The television licence fee could be extended to cover catch-up services such as the BBC iPlayer as part of an overhaul of the levy being considered by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
  British viewers must pay for a £145.50 television licence if they watch or record programmes as they are broadcast, whether viewed via a television, computer, mobile phone or video games console.
  However, computer catch-up services such as the BBC iPlayer – via which 153m television and radio programmes [...]

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  Nancy Dell’Olio fourth to exit ‘Strictly Come Dancing’

  October 31, 2011 / View TV News

  There was a real fright in store for one contestant in this week’s Halloween special…
  Ding, dong, Dell’Olio’s gone… For one scary moment I thought she would knock out Audley as well, but justice finally prevailed and we got to say arrivederci to the “most famous Italian woman in Britain today”.
  Knowing Nancy, she probably feels she outdanced the rest of the contestants put together – and some of the professionals, too – but Anton must have woken up this morning thanking [...]

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  David Attenborough’s Frozen Planet draws 6.8 million

  October 31, 2011 / View TV News

  Frozen Planet premiered with an impressive 6.8m on Wednesday evening, while BBC Three’s The Fades ended modestly, according to the latest audience data.
  Frozen Planet, the new David Attenborough-fronted series exploring the polar regions of the Earth, was enjoyed by 6.82m (27.4%) on BBC One in the 9pm hour.
  The natural history show performed well against tough competition from new Midsomer Murders episode ‘A Sacred Trust’, which was seen by 5.52m (22.7%) on ITV1 between 7.30pm and 10pm, and 285k (1.3%) on [...]

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  Alan Hansen earns £40k for each ‘Match of the Day’

  October 31, 2011 / View TV News

  Salaries paid by the BBC are once again in the spotlight after it emerged that Match of the Day pundit Alan Hansen earns £1.5 million a year from the corporation, working out at £40,000 per episode of the football show.
  The former Liverpool player is thought to be among the highest paid stars at the BBC, although Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker is believed to be on a bigger contract.
  At a time when the corporation is proposing to cut [...]

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  The ex-X Factor? Ratings slip for new series of Simon Cowell flagship show

  October 31, 2011 / View TV News

  It is a TV juggernaut. A seemingly unbeatable fixture in the weekend schedule from autumn to Christmas. But its ratings are slipping, critics are sharpening their knives and pundits are beginning to question whether the X Factor has lost its own something special.
  After seven years of improving ratings, around 2 million viewers have deserted Simon Cowell’s flagship programme during its live shows in the past two weeks. On Saturday night it was beaten by its BBC rival, Strictly Come Dancing, [...]

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  Coming Soon to Henley

  October 21, 2011 / Local TV, View TV News

  View TV Henley is an online television station for Henley featuring all the latest in local news, events, businesses, lifestyle, sport and industry.
  Here’s just a taster of what residents of Henley can expect from View TV Henley, due to launch in Winter 2011…
  If you like what you see here and think your business could benefit from a professional advertorial, or would like to contribute then get in touch by emailing henley@viewtv.co.uk
  To watch View TV Henley visit the link;
  www.viewtv.co.uk/henley
   

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  Top Gear did not libel carmaker Tesla, high court rules

  October 20, 2011 / View TV News

  Tesla Motors loses major part of high court libel claim against BBC’s motoring programme over performance of its Roadster.
  Electric sports carmaker Tesla Motors has lost a major part of its high court libel claim against the BBC’s Top Gear programme, but is still suing the corporation for malicious falsehood over an episode that showed the company’s Roadster model running out of battery in a race.
  Ruling at the high court in London on Wednesday, Mr Justice Tugendhat said that no Top [...]

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  Dirty Dancing star Grey to judge on Strictly

  October 20, 2011 / View TV News

  Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey is to guest judge on Strictly Come Dancing next month.
  The 51-year-old actress will replace Len Goodman for a week while the head judge takes a break.
  Grey won Dancing with the Stars – the US version of the celebrity dance show, on which Goodman also judges – last year with her partner Derek Hough.
  She will join fellow judges Craig Revel Horwood, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli on the panel on 5 and 6 November.
  “I so look [...]

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  ‘Just A Minute’: Radio 4 show hits BBC Two to celebrate anniversary

  October 20, 2011 / View TV News

  Just A Minute will transfer to BBC Two for a special series next year.
  The popular Radio 4 show will air ten special episodes to mark its 45th anniversary, the BBC announced today.
  Host Nicholas Parsons will present the television programmes, while regular guests like Paul Merton are expected to take part alongside new players.
  Just A Minute challenges contestants to speak on a particular subject for 60 seconds without hesitation, repetition or deviation.
  “After 45 years of chairing Just A Minute on the [...]

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