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Andrew McCollum is a technology entrepreneur and businessman. He currently serves as the chief executive of streaming television service Philo, a position held since 2014.

Philo eyes distribution on Samsung devices, CEO affirms
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Philo eyes distribution on Samsung devices, CEO affirms

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 by Matthew Keys

Philo is in the preliminary stages of developing an app for Samsung’s Tizen operating system, the company’s CEO said.

A Conversation With: Philo CEO Andrew McCollum
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A Conversation With: Philo CEO Andrew McCollum

Posted on July 8, 2021August 12, 2021 by Matthew Keys

Philo’s top executive chats about staying competitive in the growing space of streaming services, his company’s philanthropic endeavors and how the T-Mobile deal came together.

Exclusive: Philo weighs adding Spanish-language package
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Exclusive: Philo weighs adding Spanish-language package

Posted on July 5, 2021July 5, 2021 by Matthew Keys

Philo is in the preliminary stages of creating a Spanish-language package of streaming networks and content.

Exclusive: Philo quietly doubles donation of ad inventory to social causes
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Exclusive: Philo quietly doubles donation of ad inventory to social causes

Posted on July 1, 2021July 1, 2021 by Matthew Keys

Philo has doubled down on its philanthropic endeavors, donating $2 million in advertisement inventory to social justice causes and other charitable initiatives.

Philo rolls out price increase on base plan
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Philo rolls out price increase on base plan

Posted on June 8, 2021August 1, 2021 by Matthew Keys

Streaming television service Philo has rolled out a slight price increase to its base package of more than 60 live television channels.

Philo rolls out rare price increase, expands DVR offering
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Philo rolls out rare price increase, expands DVR offering

Posted on May 25, 2021May 25, 2021 by Matthew Keys

Philo will raise its base subscription tier to $25 a month while increasing the accessibility of its cloud DVR feature.

Philo eyes global expansion, hints at possible future price increase
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Philo eyes global expansion, hints at possible future price increase

Posted on November 9, 2020November 29, 2020 by Matthew Keys

Philo CEO Andrew McCollum said the company has crossed more than 800,000 subscribers over the last three years.

Philo adds two new channels, won’t raise $20 a month price
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Philo adds two new channels, won’t raise $20 a month price

Posted on October 13, 2020November 29, 2020 by Matthew Keys

Philo announced the addition of two new channels on Tuesday while pledging to keep its base subscription price the same for new and current customers.

Philo discussing ways to bring AMC Plus to users, executive says
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Philo discussing ways to bring AMC Plus to users, executive says

Posted on September 13, 2020September 13, 2020 by Matthew Keys

Responding to a question posed by a Redditor, Philo CEO Andrew McCollum says the budget streamer wants to bring customers AMC Plus.

Philo insulated from effects of ViacomCBS merger for now
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Philo insulated from effects of ViacomCBS merger for now

Posted on August 11, 2020May 25, 2021 by Matthew Keys

A blockbuster merger between Viacom Corporation and CBS Corporation will not impact Philo’s ability to carry Viacom-operated cable networks for at least another year.

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