FilmOn
| File:FilmOn logo.jpg | |
Type of site | Television, Video-on-demand |
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| Available in | English, Spanish |
| Owner | FilmOn.TV Inc, Alki David |
| URL | http://www.filmon.com/ |
| Commercial | Yes |
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FilmOn is an internet based television provider owned by FilmOn.TV Networks Inc. FilmOn.TV Networks was founded by Alki David in 2006.[1]
Programming
FilmOn subscription packages include access to live streaming TV channels and video on demand channels, which includes programming in multiple languages. Channel lineup varies in each country where it can be received.[2]
Legal issues
Filmon and Alki David have been involved in several legal issues over programming including the carriage of major U.S. broadcast channels, such as CBS, NBC, ABC and Fox. This resulted in requiring FilmOn to drop these channels.[3]
FilmOn Facebook & Mobile
In 2010, FilmOn launched a streaming internet TV service for mobile devices. Filmon.com claims to launch an additional over the air distribution model with Filmon AIR, a portable tuner that brings over-the-air HD channels to mobile devices and computers.[4] In May 2012, FilmOn announced the launch of its Facebook app.
References
- ^ FilmOn to disrupt TV with new streaming channels Retrieved March 3, 2013
- ^ Filmon website
- ^ Meet Alki David: The Billionaire Hollywood Bad Boy Being Sued by Every TV Network Retrieved March 3, 2013
- ^ "FilmOn Air portable tuner brings over-the-air HD channels to mobile devices and computers". The Verge. 2 January 2012. Retrieved 2012-01-03.