Business Editors/High-Tech Editors
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 2006--CNET
(www.cnet.com), where people go to discover the latest tech and
consumer electronics and a property of CNET Networks, Inc.
(NASDAQ:CNET), today announced the official launch of its video
destination, CNET TV (www.cnettv.com), as well as a partnership with
Verizon to distribute CNET's video through on-demand television. The
latest partnership extends the reach of CNET content and its original
videos to even more people interested in today's latest tech and
consumer electronics.
Launched earlier this year, CNET TV offers a unique and immersive
environment where users can find all of CNET's videos. In addition,
CNET TV makes a selection of the site's popular video content
available for distribution on television. The partnership with Verizon
follows on successful partnerships with Cox Communications and TiVo,
Inc., which currently make CNET's videos available to consumers
through their on-demand services. Verizon, which currently offers
Verizon, FiOS TV in seven states, will also make CNET's video content
available to its on-demand subscribers, including product reviews,
help and how-to videos, and commentary on breaking news.
Online, CNET TV is also introducing downloadable content, making
CNET's videos available to consumers while they are on-the-go. Users
can subscribe to a video podcast they've created based on their own
play lists or with the existing channels on CNET TV. For example, a
person looking to buy a new flat-screen TV could create a playlist
with the latest product reviews and tips and tricks from CNET's
experts that they can take with them shopping.
"The latest VOD partnerships are further proof of CNET's unique
ability to create video programming that helps demystify technology
and help people get the most out of their products," said Joe
Gillespie, executive vice president of CNET. "With the official launch
of CNET TV and these additional partnerships, CNET videos are
available everywhere our consumers want -- online, offline, and
on-the-go."
CNET TV quickly became a popular destination as a result of its
unique design and personalization features, which includes a virtual
remote control, a "draggable" interface so users can move things
around, full-screen playback, playlists, and customizable channels and
backgrounds. With more than 30 original videos produced each week and
a library of thousands of videos, CNET TV gives people a single
destination to easily find the latest videos on their favorite
technology products and topics. Since launch, streams have increased
152 percent thanks to popular video features like the Buzz Report, Car
Tech, Insider Secrets, Prize Fight and First Look from the Lab that
help consumers figure out what gadgets to buy and how to get the most
out them.
About CNET
CNET (www.cnet.com) is where people go to discover the latest in
tech and consumer electronics. Driven by a trusted voice and a
passionate community, CNET creates an open environment for people to
find and use the best products to fit their lifestyle. The powerful
combination of CNET's award-winning news, lab-tested product reviews,
safe and spyware-free downloads, and user-generated content give
people information and inspiration to live and thrive in today's
digital world.
About CNET Networks
CNET Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq:CNET) (www.cnetnetworks.com) is an
interactive media company that builds brands for people and the things
they are passionate about, such as gaming, music, entertainment,
technology, business, food, and parenting. The company's leading
brands include CNET, GameSpot, TV.com, MP3.com, Webshots, CHOW, ZDNet
and TechRepublic. Founded in 1993, CNET Networks has a strong presence
in the US, Asia and Europe.
CONTACT: CNET Networks, Inc.
Sarah Cain, 415-344-2218 (Media)
Sarah.cain@cnet.com
Gloria Lee, 415-344-2975 (Investor)
Gloria.lee@cnet.com
SOURCE: CNET Networks, Inc.
