The BBC’s iPlayer Radio app is now available for the first time outside the UK. The mobile app is now available in Ireland in what the broadcaster has called the “first stage of a global rollout.” Continue Reading
Tuned Global unveiled a new music app for the Indonesian market called Nada Kita. The free app is the result of Tuned Global’s partnerships with several independent labels in the region. It has several curated stations from local music editors and places a focus on artist engagement. Continue Reading
Another app has elbowed its way into the space for live video. The new entrant is live.ly, a new program from the team behind musical.ly, a social music video platform powered by 7digital. Live.ly is currently at No. 1 on the App Store’s photo and video chart. Continue Reading
Deezer has broadened its deal with mobile carrier Three. After inking a deal with Three UK in November, the streaming service is also launching a bundle offer for Ireland. Continue Reading
Several YouTube leaders offered views of the company’s next steps at VidCon, a convention for the industry, creators, and fans of online video. Those steps will include investments in mobile livestreaming and expanded content offerings. Continue Reading
Pandora has introduced a new native mobile ad experience that aims to improve impact and effectiveness for marketers. The new format relies on rich media and works to coincide with the natural behavior of the audio company’s mobile audience. Express and the Lexus Dealer Association are the first brands to beta test the new format. Continue Reading
A new Nielsen study explores use of media types across different generations. The Generational Snapshot study looks at media use and device penetration for three age groups: Millennials (18-34), Generation X (35-49), and Baby Boomers (50-67) and finds clear trends in their choices. Continue Reading
Startup AmpMe has raised $8 million in Series A funding in support of its app that turns mobile phones into a network of speakers. This brings the company’s total funding to $10 million. The announcement of the fundraising also included the addition of YouTube as a supported music services. Continue Reading
Robi, a mobile operator in Bangladesh, has partnered with Yonder Music to launch a digital music smartphone app. The free app is called Robi Yonder Music Service. It has exclusive content from local artists in addition to music from both local and international labels. Continue Reading
Radio distribution experts PRX have launched a new company that aims to reimagine audio for mobile devices. The first goal for RadioPublic will be to create a listening app focused on discovery and engagement with a range of audio types, including spoken-word stories, news, information, journalism, and entertainment. Continue Reading
T-Mobile has introduced another round of services to its data-free Binge On plan, which now includes some musical video sources. Thanks to the latest development, video offerings from Spotify, Tidal, Google Play Music, and Radio Disney can all be viewed without counting against high-speed data plans. Continue Reading
The LG Stylus 2, the first smartphone with built-in DAB+ technology, has launched in the UK and Australia. It retails for £219.99 in the UK and A$499 in Australia. The digital radio smartphone debuted at Radiodays Europe. Continue Reading