Mobile and Wireless

Reality Test Coming to PlayStation Network

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Sony Computer Entertainment America and 51 Minds have joined forces to produce a reality show called THE TESTER to air on the PlayStation Network, reports VARIETY.

Activision Reports Losses

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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced December quarter and calendar year 2009 financial results.

International Designers Come Together for Flickr Founders' Gaming Glitch

Designer Chris Leavens at his Unloosen site has posted a link to the launch of Tiny Speck's new massively-multiplayer game, GLITCH.

Brosta TV & Rhythm & Hues Form Creative I.P. Partnership

Brosta TV LLC and Rhythm & Hues Studios have entered into a co-producing relationship with the goal of creating original intellectual properties for the global market.

Apple Launches iPad

Apple today introduced iPad, a revolutionary device for browsing the web, reading and sending email, enjoying photos, watching videos, listening to music, playing games, reading e-books and much more. iPad's responsive high-resolution Multi-Touch display lets users physically interact with applications and content.

Cerny To Be Inducted Into Academy Of Interactive Arts & Sciences' Hall Of Fame

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The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) has announced that Mark Cerny will be the 13th inductee into the Academy's Hall of Fame, which is bestowed upon individuals who've contributed a significant advancement within the industry while demonstrating proven success and leadership.

EMI Signs The Goob

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Assorted Nuts Animation Studios’ animated character Dwayne “The Goob” Gunderson has signed a record deal with EMI. The agreement includes music, associated digital content and products as well merchandising.

Konami Cuts Prices on iPhone and iPod Touch Titles

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Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that all of their popular iPhone and iPod touch favorites are available now for 99 cents on the App store through January 4.

Sony's Animax To Air Video Game Awards

Sony Pictures Television's Animax stations will air the 2009 Video Game Awards in Asia, Central Europe, Latin America, Africa, Spain and Portugal.

LG Mobile Integrates Marketing Campaign With Avatar

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LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. Inc. (LG Mobile Phones), in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox and Lightstorm Entertainment, has created a multi-faceted marketing campaign tied to the highly anticipated epic adventure film - AVATAR - written and directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker James Cameron ("Titanic").

NBCU, Comcast Join Forces

Comcast (NASDAQ: CMCSA, CMCSK) and General Electric (NYSE: GE) announced today that they have signed a definitive agreement to form a joint venture that will be 51% owned by Comcast, 49% owned by GE and managed by Comcast.

THQ, DreamWorks Animation Ink Game Deal

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THQ Inc. and DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. today announced that they have entered into multi-year, multi-property licensing agreements granting THQ the exclusive worldwide rights to develop and publish video games based on DreamWorks Animation's upcoming animated feature films, Kung Fu Panda: The Kaboom of Doom and Puss In Boots, as well as the CG animated television show, "The Penguins of Madagascar."

Luxology Releases High-Quality Image Viewer for the Apple iPhone

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Luxology LLC, an independent technology company developing next-generation 3D content creation software, announced today that it has released its first app for the millions of people using the Apple iPhone and iTouch.

AFTRA Ratifies Game Deal

Two weeks after SAG rejected a similar offer, AFTRA members have ratified a new deal with video game producers, according to THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER.

CBS Lining Up Series for Game Versions

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CBS is lining up several of its top series for a collection of videogame adaptations, reports VARIETY.

SAG Not Game for Game Contract

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SAG actors have voted down a tentative agreement with videogame publishers, reports VARIETY.

Nokia Sues Apple over iPhone

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Cell phone giant Nokia has filled suit against Apple alleging patent infringement, reports VARIETY.

The National Film Board of Canada launches iPhone application

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Just a few months after launching its NFB.ca site, the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is launching its iPhone application today – a Canadian first.

Mobile Sites Launched for Astro Boy and Boogiepop Phantom

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Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are pleased to launch mobile sites for two fan-favorite series, ASTRO BOY ( http://astroboy.rightstuf.com/m/) and BOOGIEPOP PHANTOM (http://boogiepop.rightstuf.com/m/).

Ubisoft Unveils Assassin's Creed II: Discovery For Nintendo DS

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Today Ubisoft announced that ASSASSIN'S CREED II: DISCOVERY for the Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DS systems will launch on November 17 for the manufacturer's suggested retail price of $29.99. The game is rated "T for Teen” by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB).