This week in Interactive Media, explore HBO's new way of interactive storytelling, more people sharing video on Facebook, and a guide to watching your shows on the web. Enjoy!
ABC's FlashForward Goes Crazy With Online Content
More and more shows will ultimately be taking a page out of FlashForward's book in regards to online content.
The Best Guides to Watching TV Online
Where to go to find your favorite show. Who needs TV Guide?
Facebook's Internal Stats Show People Are Sharing More
And it's not just about what they had for lunch.
New Livestream Livepack Allows Wireless HD Livestreaming
No laptop required. Everything for the rest of time will be documented in crisp HD web video.
'Dr. Horrible 2' and a Joss Whedon Digital Studio?
There would be no down side whatsoever to this.
TV Shapes Up as Web Battleground
TV isn't even doing the battling.
MySpace, Hulu Working on New Video Service
Hulu is the only site that could possibly make MySpace relevant again.
1 vs. 100: A Case Study in Real-Time Entertainment
Is this where interactive entertainment is headed?
HBO Imagine Sets a New Bar for Interactive Fiction
It's not TV. It's interactive storytelling.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
The Download - 092109
Hey, Interactive Media fans! Now that the Emmy's are over, we can look forward to the Webby's. Also this week, some rumors of a subscription service for Hulu, thoughts on bringing web series to DVD, and video views up again in August! Enjoy!
14th Annual Webby Awards Open for Submissions
Emmy who? Deadline is October 30, 2009.
Hulu Already Working On the Technical Requirements For Subscription Service
Get ready to sign up.
How To Make Money with Web Video: Books and DVDs
So, essentially, you can't make money with just web video.
Fox Gleeful About Fall TV Digital Strategy
Fictional character twitter accounts abound.
Don't Expect More Web Series on Xbox Anytime Soon
Do expect more first-person shooter games.
On YouTube, It's Music Labels and Then Everyone Else
Well, since MTV doesn't play music videos anymore, people have to watch them somewhere.
NBCU, American Family Insurance Roll Out Brand Web Series
Revolves around an "understanding" insurance agent. LOST is probably more realistic.
Cablevision to Launch Clickable TV Ads
People will use their remotes to click if they want more of the commercial. If they forgot to put that button on the remote, I don't see it making much of a difference.
NIelsen: August Is No Slouch, Vids Viewed Up 41%
Will it ever stop?
Hoping to Reverse the Online Video (Cash) Flow
Studios and networks want to bring web series to DVD.
14th Annual Webby Awards Open for Submissions
Emmy who? Deadline is October 30, 2009.
Hulu Already Working On the Technical Requirements For Subscription Service
Get ready to sign up.
How To Make Money with Web Video: Books and DVDs
So, essentially, you can't make money with just web video.
Fox Gleeful About Fall TV Digital Strategy
Fictional character twitter accounts abound.
Don't Expect More Web Series on Xbox Anytime Soon
Do expect more first-person shooter games.
On YouTube, It's Music Labels and Then Everyone Else
Well, since MTV doesn't play music videos anymore, people have to watch them somewhere.
NBCU, American Family Insurance Roll Out Brand Web Series
Revolves around an "understanding" insurance agent. LOST is probably more realistic.
Cablevision to Launch Clickable TV Ads
People will use their remotes to click if they want more of the commercial. If they forgot to put that button on the remote, I don't see it making much of a difference.
NIelsen: August Is No Slouch, Vids Viewed Up 41%
Will it ever stop?
Hoping to Reverse the Online Video (Cash) Flow
Studios and networks want to bring web series to DVD.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
The Download - 091409
This week in Interactive Media - the big winners are announced for the Outstanding Creative Achievement Emmy Awards, new insight tools on YouTube, TV Everywhere talk, and... Hulu 2? Check it out!
2009 Outstanding Creative Achievement in Interactive Media Emmy Award Winners Announced
Winners include Jimmy Fallon, NBC.com, LOST's ARG "The Dharma Initiative", ABC Entertainment Marketing, and Dr. Horrible! Congrats!
What Would 9/11 Be Like in the Age of Social Media?
Remembering the tragedy and asking an intriguing question.
CIMM Says It Is Not Out to Replace Nielsen
Of course. They just want everyone to forget about Nielsen and listen to them.
New AT&T venture looks like Hulu 2
Maybe because Disney, Fox, and NBC Universal all provide content? Could have something to do with it.
YouTube Launches Insight Tools for Audience Understanding
Very insightful.
For CBS's Fall Season, Digital Is All About Companion Content
Can't wait for all that supplemental content for Survivor! Because that show is not getting old at all.
Digital Chiefs Agree Hulu Rules, But Will That Save It?
If Hulu can't be saved, then what on the Internet is safe?
Digital Video Website Usage, and Mix of Revenue Models, Expanding Rapidly
It's like the universe.
Comcast Nears TV Everywhere Launch
On Demand Online to be released nationally in 30 to 60 days. The countdown is on!
OnDemand Online, TV Everywhere, and What It Means for Audience Measurement
Nielsen's Corporate blog offers some ideas.
2009 Outstanding Creative Achievement in Interactive Media Emmy Award Winners Announced
Winners include Jimmy Fallon, NBC.com, LOST's ARG "The Dharma Initiative", ABC Entertainment Marketing, and Dr. Horrible! Congrats!
What Would 9/11 Be Like in the Age of Social Media?
Remembering the tragedy and asking an intriguing question.
CIMM Says It Is Not Out to Replace Nielsen
Of course. They just want everyone to forget about Nielsen and listen to them.
New AT&T venture looks like Hulu 2
Maybe because Disney, Fox, and NBC Universal all provide content? Could have something to do with it.
YouTube Launches Insight Tools for Audience Understanding
Very insightful.
For CBS's Fall Season, Digital Is All About Companion Content
Can't wait for all that supplemental content for Survivor! Because that show is not getting old at all.
Digital Chiefs Agree Hulu Rules, But Will That Save It?
If Hulu can't be saved, then what on the Internet is safe?
Digital Video Website Usage, and Mix of Revenue Models, Expanding Rapidly
It's like the universe.
Comcast Nears TV Everywhere Launch
On Demand Online to be released nationally in 30 to 60 days. The countdown is on!
OnDemand Online, TV Everywhere, and What It Means for Audience Measurement
Nielsen's Corporate blog offers some ideas.
Monday, September 7, 2009
The Download - 090709
Make sure to check http://www.emmys.org for all the 2009 Creative Arts Emmy Awards winners after the ceremony on Saturday, September 12th at Nokia L.A. Live. And while you're not working too hard today - please enjoy this week's top Interactive Media headlines. Have a great Labor Day!
Gaedtke Jumps from Joost, Joins Time Warner Cable
Expect to hear more about TV Everywhere.
'Forward' thinking campaign for ABC
Advertising that requires a webcam. The future is now.
NewTeeVee Live: November 12th in San Francisco
Mark your calendars. It's sure to be an interesting show.
Rumors of the Death of Web Series Exaggerated
Everyone was talking about it. NewTeeVee puts it to rest. This is why you should see their live show!
Movie Studios Discuss Ways to Rent Films Over YouTube
The death of Netflix?
Media Consumption and Multi-Tasking Continue to Increase
We're doing seven different things as we write this.
Can Hulu's High Prices Hold?
In this economy?
TV Networks Cautious on Web Video for Fall '09 Season
The only thing they're not cautious about these days is putting more garbage reality shows on the air.
Fox teams with Twitter for promo
Twitter on way to ruling Earth.
The Return of Premium Music to the UK on YouTube
Good stuff. Now let's hear some good music States-side!
Gaedtke Jumps from Joost, Joins Time Warner Cable
Expect to hear more about TV Everywhere.
'Forward' thinking campaign for ABC
Advertising that requires a webcam. The future is now.
NewTeeVee Live: November 12th in San Francisco
Mark your calendars. It's sure to be an interesting show.
Rumors of the Death of Web Series Exaggerated
Everyone was talking about it. NewTeeVee puts it to rest. This is why you should see their live show!
Movie Studios Discuss Ways to Rent Films Over YouTube
The death of Netflix?
Media Consumption and Multi-Tasking Continue to Increase
We're doing seven different things as we write this.
Can Hulu's High Prices Hold?
In this economy?
TV Networks Cautious on Web Video for Fall '09 Season
The only thing they're not cautious about these days is putting more garbage reality shows on the air.
Fox teams with Twitter for promo
Twitter on way to ruling Earth.
The Return of Premium Music to the UK on YouTube
Good stuff. Now let's hear some good music States-side!
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