Philo
Philo is an Internet-based streaming cable television alternative based in San Francisco, California. The service is privately-held and owned through a consortium of investors, including A&E Networks; AMC Networks; Discovery, Inc. and Paramount Global (formerly ViacomCBS).
Philo working to bring Weigel’s MeTV Toons to streaming service
Philo is planning to offer Weigel Broadcasting's retro cartoon channel MeTV Toons shortly after it launches in late June.
Philo adds five new FAST channels to service
Philo has added five new free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels to its budget streaming video platform.
Philo raising price to $28 a month, launching standalone FAST tier
The core programming package will also get AMC Plus, but only if customers upgrade to the new price.
Frndly TV retracts statement on MeTV Toons carriage
The service will carry the channel shortly after it launches in mid-June, but isn't ready to announce distribution plans just yet.
Philo adds six new channels to base plan, including Dabl
Four other channels from AMC Networks are also launching on Philo this week.
U.S. streamers watch nearly 44 hours of video per week, study says
A research analyst with Parks Associates said streamers are watching more free, ad-supported content — and that might lead to higher churn across subscription-based services.
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Dish Media forms addressable advertising pact with Philo
The partnership allows Dish Media clients to purchase addressable advertising inventory against dozens of channels available on Philo.
Philo lands on Vizio smart TVs
Philo has integrated its wallet-friendly streaming television service into Vizio's smart TV sets.
Philo exec: Cable companies right on bundling, wrong on price
Philo COO Mike Keyserling called Charter and Disney's novel product bundling deal a "model for the future" as pay TV seeks to co-exist with streaming services.
Philo adds Vevo Holiday music channel to streaming service
Philo has added a holiday-themed music video channel in partnership with streaming brand Vevo.
Philo launches Black Friday discount with 50 percent off
Philo is offering a deep discount on its wallet-friendly streaming cable television service for Black Friday.
Philo adds 10 new streaming channels from AMC Networks
Philo is adding around a dozen new channels programmed by AMC Networks, the company announced on Tuesday.