Cartoon Network’s New On-Demand Service Debuts on now TV
Kids get unlimited viewings of their favorite Cartoon Network shows
HONG KONG, August 2, 2011 – now TV and Cartoon Network today launch the highly anticipated “Cartoon Network On-Demand” service on now TV, giving kids unlimited viewings of their favorite Cartoon Network original shows, whenever they want.
Whether kids are in the mood for laughs or adventure, Cartoon Network On-Demand’s lineup of popular new releases such as Ben 10, Generator Rex and Chowder, or all-time favorites such as The Powerpuff Girls and The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, are available anytime, and they can watch them as many times as they like, ensuring their lives are constantly animated.
Mr. Ringo Chan, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, Syndication, Wireless and Interactive Content Solutions and Distribution, Turner International Asia Pacific, said, “We are always looking for new ways to entertain our audience. This extension of our hugely popular channel makes Cartoon Network the destination for fun and adventure for kids and families. Thanks to the extension of our long-term partnership with PCCW, for the first time we now provide a new and enhanced on-demand viewing experience for Cartoon Network fans allowing greater viewing flexibility. We’ll continue to work on creating our original animated series and look forward to bringing more fantastic content to entertain our viewers on now TV.”
In addition to Cartoon Network and Cartoon Network On-Demand, PCCW also carries Turner’s leading news and entertainment channels, including CNN, HLN, TCM and Boomerang.
Ms. Janice Lee, PCCW’s Managing Director of TV & New Media, said, “now TV is committed to providing a responsible and entertaining TV environment for children and parents in Hong Kong. We have an extensive library for our younger audience, from family-oriented movies, famous cartoons, to award-winning preschool shows. We are delighted to further enrich our offerings through the launch of Cartoon Network On-Demand service, enabling children to enjoy unlimited viewings of Cartoon Network original shows in this summer.”
Cartoon Network On-Demand is available on now TV for a monthly fee of just HK$8* for existing Cartoon Network subscribers. New subscribers can subscribe to the Cartoon Network Combo, which includes both Cartoon Network and Cartoon Network On-Demand, for HK$29* per month.
From now to September 30, 2011, subscribers to Cartoon Network On-Demand, either new or upgrading, can get an awesome Cartoon Network underwater camera (while stocks last) just in time for summer! For subscription details, please call now TV’s hotline 2888 0008.
More information can be found at CartoonNetworkAsia.com or now.com.
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*Terms and conditions apply.
About PCCW Limited
PCCW Limited (SEHK:0008) is the holding company of HKT Group Holdings Limited (HKT), Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications provider and a world-class player in Information and Communications Technologies. PCCW also holds a majority interest in Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited, and overseas investments including the wholly-owned UK Broadband Limited.
As the provider of Hong Kong’s first quadruple-play experience, PCCW/HKT offers a range of innovative media content and services across four platforms – fixed-line, broadband Internet access, TV and mobile. In addition, the Group meets the sophisticated needs of the local and international business community, while supporting network operators with cutting-edge technical services and handling large-scale IT outsourcing projects for public and private sector organizations. To learn more about PCCW and HKT, please visit www.pccw.com.
About now TV
now TV is one of the world’s largest commercial deployments of IPTV and Hong Kong’s largest pay-TV provider. It is delivered by PCCW Media Limited, an operating division of HKT Group Holdings Limited (HKT). HKT is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PCCW Limited and holds the PCCW Group’s telecoms services, media and IT solutions businesses. PCCW/HKT is Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications provider and a world-class player in Information and Communications Technologies.
now TV serves Hong Kong with more than 190 channels of local, Asian and international programming, including premium content such as Spanish La Liga, Italian Serie A, English FA Cup, NBA, French Open, US Open, ATP World Tour, BWF Super Series, World Snooker Tour, F1 and PGA Tour. In addition, now TV is both a leading producer of news, sports and infotainment programming and a provider of a wide range of interactive services. now TV can be enjoyed on PCCW eye2, a portable media center with an embedded now TV decoder, and select now TV content and interactive applications can also be accessed via the Group’s 3G mobile network and broadband service. To learn more about now TV, please visit www.now.com.
About Cartoon Network
Launched in the Asia Pacific in 1994, Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s (TBS) Cartoon Network offers the best in animated entertainment. Drawing from the world’s largest cartoon library of Warner Bros., MGM and Hanna-Barbera titles, the Network also showcases original series including Ben 10, Ben 10 Alien Force, Generator Rex, Chowder, The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy, The Powerpuff Girls and The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack. Cartoon Network is the number one channel for kids in Asia Pacific and is currently seen in over 63 million cable homes in the region. Online, Cartoon Network reaches nearly five million unique visitors a month in Asia Pacific.
TBS Inc., a Time Warner company, is a major producer of news and entertainment product around the world and the leading provider of programming for the basic cable industry.
For further information, please contact:
Ivan Ho
PCCW
Tel: +852 2883 8747
Email: ivan.wy.ho@pccw.com
Lindsey Wong
Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc.
Tel: +852 3128 3675
Email: lindsey.wong@turner.com