Vivicast Media Bags Wild and Untamed Interactive 3D for the Americas

Vivicast Media Bags Wild and Untamed Interactive 3D for the Americas

Virtual Tourism Channel Gives Viewers a One-of-a-kind 3D Experience

MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In an exclusive deal, Vivicast Media has secured North American rights to the first interactive 3D channel available to the Americas. WildEarth puts viewers in the middle of 24-7 interactive 3D looks at the world's untamed animal wonders and provides an unparalleled experience into a rarely seen world. From African game reserves with safari experiences, to the depths of the oceans in search of sharks, viewers see and interact with our planet's "wild side" all without leaving their living rooms.

Vivicast Media, the foremost global content aggregator, continues to focus on bringing U.S. and international viewers the best in entertainment from around the globe. With content licensing that crosses multiple platforms and borders, Vivicast brings a suite of linear channels to viewers who want programming for multiple user devices like tablets and smart devices, as well as traditional IPTV and cable deployments. By adding WildEarth to its already robust licensing line-up, Vivicast joins the ranks of the nation's largest network entertainment providers by feeding a hungry 3D viewing public with the next generation of television that they've been waiting for.

"To say that we are thrilled to be the exclusive distributor of WildEarth for North and South America is an understatement," said Stuart Smitherman, President, Vivicast Media. "We truly believe that the demand for WildEarth 3D will be intense not only because of its interactive capabilities but the viewer's ability to explore an entirely new world of entertainment."

Graham Wallington of WildEarth stated that, "WildEarth is a pioneer in the field of virtual tourism and because of their strong reputation as a market leader we are proud to be working with Vivicast." He continued by saying, "Bringing our unique concept to the Americas we will be able to greatly expand our audience and make people aware of the importance of preserving ecosystems that are both fragile and fascinating."

Vivicast Media will demo the WildEarth 3D service and begin accepting licensees at the upcoming NCTA, "The Cable Show" booth #1918 at the McCormick Center in Chicago, IL, from June 14 through June 16.

About Vivicast Media, LLC

Vivicast Media is leading the way for the changing world of entertainment programming with Over-The-Top, mobile, CATV and IPTV licensing. With linear channels available for multiple platforms combined with global rights, Vivicast provides a wide variety of sports, music and general entertainment programming aimed at expanding subscriber bases and increasing revenues. Vivicast's unique and top-flight channels reach out to a wide and varied demographic wherever you are in the world. Vivicast Media is a multi-screen and multi-national content licensor.

About WildEarth

WildEarth was founded in 2006 with a mission: WE believe that viewers the world over want to have truthful, simple and real experiences in nature, enhanced with accurate information delivered by experts. Every aspect of WildEarth's broadcasts are inspired by the mission to show nature as it really is, and to get you the viewer as close to the truth of nature as possible. By offering 24/7 programming in both 3D and 3D sound with interactive capabilities, WildEarth is a unique addition to the world of entertainment.

On the Web:

http://www.vivicast.com

SOURCE Vivicast Media, LLC

Vivicast Media, LLC

CONTACT: For more information, press only: Amy Shapiro, +1-901-842-5342, ashapiro@vivicast.com; For more information on Vivicast and Licensing Wild Earth TV: Stuart Smitherman, +1-901-842-5340, stuart@vivicast.com

Web Site: http://www.vivicast.com

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