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JerseyTelecom: Jersey Telecom and Wave Telecom partner with iO global
to deliver innovative content services to subscribers; MyZone Service
launched across the Channel Islandsby leading 3G operators
(M2 PressWIRE Via Thomson Dialog NewsEdge)
RDATE:30102007
Ipswich, UK: JerseyTelecom and Wave Telecom have today launched MyZone,
a new mobile downloads service, which enables the two operator's
120,000-strong subscriber-base to purchase, download and consume
digital content via mobile phones or PCs. The service has been
architected by iO global, the innovative worldwide provider of
integrated mobile content solutions, to deliver a digital service that
enables consumers to quickly access a broad range of content at any
time or location.
The innovative MyZone service is available to all subscribers of Jersey
Telecom and Bailiwick of Guernsey's Wave Telecom, and provides the
latest local and international news, music tracks, albums, mobile
ringtones, wallpapers and games. The converged service is managed via
the iO global mobile experience platform and means consumers can
download content not only to a 3G mobile, but to a PC. The data can
then be seamlessly shared between multiple devices so consumers can
enjoy the content in their own timeand on their preferred device.
Confirms Tim Ringsdore, Sales and Marketing Director for Jersey Telecom
Group: "Through the iO global Mobile Experience platform, our
subscribers benefit from being able to access an innovative, enhanced
digital content service. MyZone enables consumers to access a wide
range of topical and interesting content quickly from international
music labels and games providers to local content services from Channel
TV. The payment is automated, for simplicity, purchased content is
then easily added our customer's next mobile invoice. As the only 3G
operator across the Islands, we firmly believe we are ahead of the game
in delivering such innovative services to our customers."
Adds Martin Knestrick, CEO of iO global: "We are extremely pleased to
be working with both Jersey Telecom and Wave Telecom to deliver content
for the MyZone service across the Channel Islands. Due to the
excellent relationships we have with hundreds of content providers,
including Sony BMG and Universal, we can deliver an enviable array of
digital content across the Mobile Entertainment Platform, which was an
extremely compelling proposition for both operators. As a result, the
launch of MyZone offers consumers a huge choice of digital content, at
the touch of a keypad or button."
Concludes Knestrick: "The iO global solution allows the Jersey Telecom
group to have access to the very best branded international content and
generate additional revenue as a result of the unique commercial model."
For further information on iO global's range of software and services,
visit www.io-me.com.
About iO global
iO global provides the software and services to enable Network
Operators, Media Brands and Advertisers to collaborate in a trading
model to personalize and monetize their interactions with individuals
on the run. iO's mobile experience solutions turn the mobile device
into the individual's "remote control" for using digital content and
services anytime, anyplace, anywhere. iO global was created in May 2005
by BT and New Venture Partners after 5 years of development in BT's
Research Laboratories.
CONTACT: Peppa Sheridan at Peptalk Communications, iO global ltd
Tel: +44 (0)1420 83206
e-mail: peppa@peptalkcommunications.co.uk
Brandon Bryce at Largemouth.com, iO global ltd
Tel: +1 919 459 6451
e-mail: brandon@largemouthpr.com
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