Franklin McMahon

Articles by Franklin McMahon
Bannister Lake and Compix partner for social media integration
Together, SocialBrander and TweetOut enable users to search for trending conversations on Twitter and Facebook, filter out unwanted data, approve message content, and take that content straight to air.
ESCORT and Siano partner on a new Mobile-TV accessory
The ESCORT MobileTV includes an ATSC-mobile tuner and a built-in rechargeable battery to deliver live entertainment, sports and breaking news from supported stations around the U.S.
Sky News plans deployment of Dejero LIVE+ mobile apps
Sky News is in the process of deploying the technology to supplement its domestic and international newsgathering operation.
Netflix Preps Next Mobile TV Show — Sense8
Netflix streaming is certainly on a roll, with the critical acclaim and audience reaction to its recent “House of Cards” series. Although the company has yet to release official ratings for the show, there is no doubt that its investment was a success. Not one to slow down, Netflix has announced a new series coming to a mobile device near you, the sci-fi program “Sense8.”
Mobile TV has arrived: 50 percent of wireless traffic on Verizon is now video
Verizon Communications CEO Lowell McAdam is bullish on the future of mobile TV. He says that half of Verizon Wireless’ network traffic is comprised completely of video. Not only that, but the percentage is only going to increase in the next few years.
Gloves come off: FOX and CBS battle Internet TV company Aereo 12
Internet TV company Aereo’s recent NYC federal appeals court win has not settled well with broadcasters. So much so, that FOX and CBS are pondering leaving the free airwaves for satellite and cable to ensure they get paid for their content. But will OTA consumers don’t become collateral damage in this fight?
Aereo Trumps Broadcast TV Networks in Court Again!
Aereo keeps on beating broadcasters in the courts. Now others including DISH may be interested in partnerships.
Hauppauge introduces Broadway app to let users watch live TV on their mobile devices
The app is also compatible with Android phones and tablets, plus the iPod touch, PC and Mac.
Visteon infotainment system receives funding from major European automaker
This will be one of the first automotive implementations of an open-source platform and associated applications based on the requirements of GENIVI.
Showtime Sync for iPad keeps mobile viewers in touch
Showtime has a new updated app out for iPad that is sure to be a hit with mobile fans, as well as fans of Showtime’s numerous hit shows such as "Shameless", "Dexter" and "Homeland". The app listens to your show and provides content to go along with it.
Elgato EyeTV Mobile and Dyle Mobile TV bring live television to iPads and iPhones 1
Elgato EyeTV Mobile and Dyle Mobile TV bring live television to iPads and iPhones.
Haivision features InStream Mobile for iOS and Android at I/ITSEC 2012
The HD media player for iOS and Android mobile devices is now available as a free application in the Apple App Store and soon will be available from the Google Play Store.
TVNZ partners with Brightcove for new on-demand catch-up TV app
TVNZ chose Brightcove App Cloud and Video Cloud to securely deliver rich content experiences across Apple iOS and Google Android devices.
LG U+ Deploys Envivio solution for first Google TV service in Korea
Envivio Muse encoders were used for new LG U+TV G service to set-top boxes and existing LG U+ multi-screen service.
Audiovox launches rear-seat Dyle Mobile TV experience
The combined systems will allow content-rich programming that includes live news, sports and entertainment through Dyle mobile TV.

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