Grid, Hoho Sign Co-Production Agreement for ‘Mimi and Bibi’
Belgium’s Grid Animation to co-produce animated vlogs for multimedia girls fashion brand from ‘Whissper’ and ‘Waybuloo’ creator Dan Good.
Category: Mobile and Wireless
Curious World Launches First-Ever Original Video Series
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt-owned SVOD app Curious World launches three animated original short-form learning series: ‘A Rhino Named Paul,’ ‘Jingle Bilingual’ and ‘Moonlight Storytime.’
TinyCo Introduces NFL Players into ‘Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff’ Mobile Game
‘Road to the Big Game’ promotion to feature voiceovers by Tom Brady, Richard Sherman and Brett Favre; additional NFL players to appear in TinyCo’s popular mobile game ‘Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff.’
Aardman Nathan Love Animates Revved Up Intro for New Camaro App
Animation entertainment studio infuses its trademark flourish in an all-digital intro film that showcases the multi-hued models in the mysterious confines of a hangar space.
Nickelodeon Forges into 2016 With ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Portal Power’ App
Third TV series-inspired global app allows users to play all four turtles simultaneously.
TreehouseGO Offers Special Holiday Sneak Peek of ‘Clangers’ and ‘Hey Duggee’
Corus Entertainment’s Treehouse to premiere two internationally acclaimed preschool series, ‘Clangers’ and ‘Hey Duggee,’ on Friday, December 25.
GALLERY: Aardman Makes ‘Special Delivery’ for Google Spotlight Stories
Check out a selection of stills and concept art from ‘Special Delivery,’ Aardman’s first animated short film created for Google ATAP’s Spotlight Stories.
Aardman Makes ‘Special Delivery’ for Google Spotlight Stories
Academy Award-winning animation studio teams with Google’s Advanced Technology and Projects team to release interactive video compatible with Android phones; non-interactive 360-degree video version available for iOS or web users.
Aardman to Release New ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Mobile Game
New mobile game, ‘Llama League,’ released to celebrate new half-hour ‘Shaun the Sheep’ TV special, ‘The Farmer’s Llamas.’
Hopster Lands on Vodafone Play in Iceland
Localized versions of hit preschool shows ‘Max & Ruby,’ ‘Wanda and the Alien,’ and ‘Peg + Cat’ are set to premiere on the Vodafone PLAY subscription service in Iceland.
In Business, Cartoons, Mobile and Wireless, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
ftrack Releases dedicated App for iOS and Android
ftrack Go offers all the power and perspective of project management right in your pocket.
In 3D, CG, Mobile and Wireless, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Little Starship Productions Receives ‘Made in NY’ Grant
Made in NY Entrepreneur Innovation grants given to nine early-stage projects representing new approaches to disciplines including film, virtual reality software, gaming and more.
Kidscreen Awards Announces 2015 Nominees
Winners to be revealed at a gala event on February 9 during Kidscreen Summit 2016 in Miami.
In Awards, Cartoons, Digital Media, Games, Mobile and Wireless, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
‘Deer Little Forest Launches’ Multi-Platform App
Preschool brand adds Android and iOS to growing platforms.
‘Carmen Sandiego’ Returns with First-Ever iOS App
Launch of new educational mobile game from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt marks 30th anniversary of the iconic criminal mastermind adored by millions of children and nostalgic adults alike.
iAniMagic 2015 Mobile Animation Contest Announces New Prizes
Prizes for annual animation competition hosted on mobile devices include the Wacom Cintiq 13HD 13.3” Creative Pen & Touch Display, GoPro HERO4 BLACK 4K Action Camera, and Wacom Intuos pro Special Edition.
GBI Launches New Mobile App for ‘Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab’
Genius Brands International teams with Fat Red Couch to release first mobile app for animated children’s series available on Public Broadcasting Stations throughout the U.S.
Magic Light Pictures Launches ‘Stick Man’ App
‘Stick Man: Helping Santa’ app coincides with BBC Christmas film based on the children’s book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
In Games, Mobile and Wireless, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Monster Entertainment’s ‘The Day Henry Met’ Set to Launch in the U.S.
Monster Entertainment launches interactive content service Curious World; announces first deal with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
Moonbot Pilot, ‘The Numberlys,’ Launches on Amazon Video
First introduced as a Webby Award-winning app in 2012, whimsical world of ‘The Numberlys’ expanded for Amazon Video pilot.
Reel FX Takes WWE into the VR Ring for Samsung
Digital studio Reel FX teams up with WWE and Samsung to give wrestling fans an immersive, ringside look into the highly anticipated yearly SummerSlam PPV event.
‘WeR Cubed’ Tops Google’s Project Tango Developer Contest
Cogswell student-designed virtual reality app is named Best in Show by Google’s 2015 Project Tango Developer competition.
Mirada Wins Top Awards for VR Experiences at Digital Hollywood
Creative studio wins awards for Best in Mobile VR for ‘Google Shop at Currys VR Tour’ and Best VR Based on Cinematic and Television Experience for ‘The Strain.’
ITV Partners with Miniclip for ‘Thunderbirds Are Go’ Mobile Game
ITV Studios Global Entertainment launching mobile game for CG-animated ‘Thunderbirds Are Go’ series.
Boomerang Launches New Digital Experience in Asia Pacific
Turner’s second global flagship kids’ brand debuts app and websites.
