Cox Communications Expands International Programming and Calling Plans

Cox Communications Expands International Programming and Calling Plans

13 New Channels, 60 Free Monthly Calling Minutes, 16 Countries, 7 Languages

HERNDON, Va., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Communications Northern Virginia continues its commitment to provide the broadest combination of free and paid international programming and calling plan options in Fairfax, Va. The company recently launched an enhanced international offering of 13 additional digital channels and a low-rate calling plan that includes 60 free minutes monthly to 16 countries in parts of South Asia, China, Japan, the Philippines and Europe.

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The new lineup, which launched Aug. 29, offers a diverse range of content including the best South Asian (Sony TV and STAR India PLUS, STAR India GOLD and STAR ONE), Asian (GMA Pinoy, CTI-Zhong Tian Channel, Phoenix North America Chinese Channel, TV Japan and MYX), Russian-language (Channel 1 Russia and RTN), French (TV5MONDE) and Italian-language (RAITALIA) programming. With the new digital international programming, Cox customers have access to more than 34 international channels.

Customers subscribing to one of the new international premium channels can also bundle that with the Cox International 60 calling plan and easily reach friends and family in South Asia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, the Philippines and Europe. The calling plan includes 60 free minutes every month, plus reduced per minute rates that can translate into a monthly savings of $4.20 to $21 depending on the country called.

"This is another exciting opportunity to give our customers the total communications and entertainment experience that they won't get with other providers," said Christine Pantoya, vice president marketing and sales. "They can watch their favorite programs in language, and call friends and family around the world to share in their day-to-day experiences all from the comfort of their home."

Customers can realize even greater savings by selecting an international premium in combination with the Cox International 60 calling plan. Packages start at under $56 and provide viewers with access to more than 250 all digital channels; over 100 free high definition (HD) programming choices; a Cox On DEMAND library of over 6,000 programs (movies -- including Bollywood titles, kid-friendly programming, sports, concerts, music videos and more); 60 free direct-dial minutes monthly to 16 countries with exceptional voice quality over Cox's 99.9 percent reliable network; and more. To get the new digital international premium channels and take advantage of the new Cox International 60 calling plan, consumers must subscribe to Cox basic phone and digital video services.

Cox, Making a difference

Each year Cox Northern Virginia contributes about $14 million in cash and in-kind contributions to schools, nonprofits and other organizations across its service area. With a keen focus on supporting diversity in Northern Virginia, Cox assisted over 150 local organizations through financial support and free on-air time in 2007.

Cox Communications ranked 6th on DiversityInc magazine's 2008 list of Top 50 Companies for Diversity(R). The list is determined through a comprehensive survey that measures CEO commitment, corporate communications and supplier diversity.

Recently, the National Association for Multi.ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC) awarded Cox Communications first place for its multicultural print advertising campaign.

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is a multi-service broadband communications and entertainment company with more than 6.2 million total residential and commercial customers. The third-largest cable television company in the United States, Cox offers an array of advanced digital video, high-speed Internet and telephony services over its own nationwide IP network, as well as integrated wireless services. Cox Business is a full-service, facilities- based provider of communications solutions for commercial customers, providing high-speed Internet, voice and long distance services, as well as data and video transport services for small to large-sized businesses. Cox Media offers national and local cable advertising in traditional spot and new media formats, along with promotional opportunities and production services. Cox Communications wholly owns and operates the Travel Channel. More information about the services of Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com, www.coxbusiness.com, and www.coxmedia.com.

Cox Digital International Premium Channels

Network Channel Short Descriptions
Position

Sony TV (SET Asia) 270 A Hindi-language channel providing high-
(South Asian) quality, family-based programming
including: family dramas, action-packed
thrillers, lifestyle programs, game
shows, live concerts, talk shows, cricket
matches and more.

STAR ONE 274 The next generation of Hindi
(South Asian) entertainment targeting young, urban
Indian audiences and offering a divers
mix of original programs across a wide
range of genres.

STAR India PLUS 275 India's number one cable channel for
(South Asian) seven consecutive years, it has redefined
Hindi television entertainment with top
shows like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi
Bidaai and Nach Baliye.

STAR India GOLD 276 Highly popular Indian movie channel that
(South Asian) has one of India's largest Hindi movie
libraries.

GMA Pinoy 282 24-hour general interest channel in the
(Filipino) Filipino language. Offers a terrific
variety of popular genres including
travel, sporting events and long-running
shows like Eat Bulaga and the Bubble Gang
gag show.

CTI-Zhong Tian 284 Features up-to-the-minute news programs
Channel and features, financial information and a
(Chinese) variety of entertaining programs.

Phoenix North 285 Features up-to-the-minute news, current
America Chinese affairs, financial market updates,
Channel variety shows and dramas from China, Hong
(Mandarin Chinese) Kong and Taiwan. Programs include Good
Morning China, City Complex, Trendy
Guide, Perfect Match and more.

TV Japan 287 Brings the best in Japanese programming
(Japanese) to the U.S. like live news reports
broadcast in Japanese and English, Sumo
wrestling, period dramas, major sports
events and important Japanese films.

Channel 1 Russia 293 A diverse mix of programming, including
(Russian) news and documentaries, talk shows,
feature films presentations, game shows
and sports from the most known TV brand
in Russian television.

RTN 294 Provides the highest quality 24-hour
(Russian) Russian language television in North
America including popular programs like
Vesti, Novosti Culturi, game shows, talk
shows, Russian movies and soap operas.

TV5MONDE 295 An international French language channel
(French) with programming from France,
Switzerland, Belgium, Quebec, Canada and
French-speaking Africa promoting the rich
diversity of the French-speaking world.

RAITALIA 296 Exciting Italian television programming
(Italian) 24-hours a day. Offering a rich and
varied selection of the best shows from
its three Italian networks, including the
latest series, variety shows and cultural
events as well as live news and Series A
Soccer coverage.

MYX 464 The ultimate music video and lifestyle
(English with some channel for young Asian Americans. A 24-
Asian language hour channel that entertains with an
music content) eclectic mix of music fusing mainstream
hits, the biggest jams from Asia and a
healthy dose of independent music.

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CONTACT: Gwen Sparks of Cox Communications, +1-703-480-4916,
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Web site: http://www.cox.com/

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