SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc.
(NASDAQ:GPRO), enabler of some of today's most engaging content,
today announced it's bringing the GoPro Channel to Watchable,
Comcast's new, cross-platform video service that curates a
selection of the world's best content in an easy-to-use experience.
GoPro's first Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (MVPD)
agreement will deliver immersive, high-definition GoPro content to
users on iOS, Watchable.com, and X1.
"We are always seeking new ways to deliver GoPro content to our
diverse audience, from the adventure seeker to the animal lover to
the family vacationer," said Zander
Lurie, Senior Vice President of Entertainment at GoPro.
"Comcast is aggressively moving to offer Internet content on
multiple platforms — Watchable presents GoPro with a
great opportunity to deliver our emotionally-stirring content to
new consumers. We're excited to add Comcast to our growing partner
base."
The GoPro Channel on Watchable will feature hundreds of curated
library videos, plus current content that will be refreshed
regularly for Watchable users to consume. The Watchable website and
mobile apps will complement a curated collection of videos that
will be made available to Comcast's video customers who have its X1
Internet-connected set top box.
Launching in beta, all Watchable content is free. Users can
browse a full list of shows, organized by categories such as:
- Auto
- Entertainment
- Fashion & Style
- Food & Travel
- Gaming
- Music
- Science & Technology
- Sports
Watchable joins GoPro's expanding list of content distribution
partners, which includes Xbox One and Xbox 360 entertainment
systems, LG Smart TVs, Roku, Virgin America in-flight
entertainment, and Vessel, along with social channels including
YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Vimeo, Pinterest and
GoPro.com/Channel.
For more information on GoPro and its HERO line of
cameras and accessories, visit GoPro.com.
About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO) GoPro,
Inc. is transforming the way people capture and share their
lives. What began as an idea to help athletes self-document
themselves engaged in their sport has become a widely adopted
solution for people to capture themselves engaged in their
interests, whatever they may be. From extreme to mainstream,
professional to consumer, GoPro enables the world to
capture and share its passion. And in turn, the world has
helped GoPro become one of the most exciting and
aspirational companies of our time.
For more information, visit www.gopro.com or connect
with GoPro on YouTube, Twitter,
Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
GOPRO® and HERO® are trademarks or
registered trademarks of GoPro Inc. in the United
States and other countries.
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