iLove stellt mobile Webseiten fürs Handy vor - Das Flirtportal iLove stellt sich an die Spitze der Bewegung und bietet seinen Kunden Zugang zu seinem Angebot für fast alle modernen Handys. Die mobile Webseite erlaubt das Flirten auch unterwegs überall und jederzeit.

Berlin, 25. Januar 2011 – Viele Dinge ändern sich, aber einige werden für immer bleiben wie sie sind. Bei aller technischer Entwicklung sehnen sich Menschen nach einer glücklichen Beziehung oder möchten andere Singles kennenlernen. iLove, eines der führenden Flirtportale in Deutschland mit mehr als sechs Millionen Singles, nutzt nun modernste Technik, um einen der ältesten Wünsche der Menschheit leichter zu erfüllen.

Mit dem Start der neuen mobilen Webseite ist iLove auf den meisten modernen Smartphones nutzbar. Darunter Android, iPhone, Blackberry, Windows 7. iLove mobile erkennt automatisch welches Gerät eingesetzt wird und bietet so die passende Seite an.

Das neue iLove mobile ist erreichbar unter der Adresse m.ilove.de. Es wurde eigens für Singles gestaltet die jederzeit und überall losflirten wollen. Sei es in einem langen Meeting im Büro, in der U-Bahn, beim Entspannen im Café oder zu Hause.

Konkurrenzlos bietet iLove die komplette Nutzung des Angebots über die mobilen Webseiten. Der Nutzer kann nach anderen passenden Singles suchen, Neukunden können sich direkt anmelden, das Nutzerprofil aktualisieren, andere Profile ansehen, Nachrichten senden und empfangen. Die Nutzung des Angebots geht nahtlos ineinander über. Man kann auf dem Computer zu Hause einen Flirt beginnen und auf dem Weg zur Arbeit mit dem Handy weiterflirten.

Erste Ergebnisse der 7-wöchigen Betatestphase zeigen, dass die Nutzer auf der mobilen Webseite 46% mehr Zeit verbringen.

„Unser Ziel war es, von Anfang an möglichst vielen Singles Zugang über das Handy zu ermöglichen. Daher haben wir eine sehr umfassende mobile Webseite gebaut, die keine eingeschränkte Version der klassischen Webseite ist,“ erläutert iLove Geschäftsführer Markus Peuler. „Zusätzlich werden auch wir eine iPhone App mit einigen Extrafeatures haben. Sie wird in den nächsten Wochen erhältlich sein.“

iLove Mobil ist in Deutschland unter m.ilove.de, in Österreich unter m.ilove.at und in der Schweiz unter m.ilove.ch verfügbar.

Über iLove:

Mit mehr als 6 Millionen Mitgliedern ist iLove eines der führenden Flirtportale im deutschsprachigen Raum. Das Angebot von iLove richtet sich an Leute für die Spaß beim Flirten im Vordergrund steht. Singles und Nicht-Singles aus Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz finden bei iLove zusammen. Auf iLove hält sich das Mitgliederverhältnis von Männern und Frauen die Waage. iLove ist seit 2003 im deutschsprachigen Raum die bewährte Dating-Alternative online. Mit iLove mobile ist das Flirten vom Handy aus möglich, unterwegs und jederzeit.

Medienkontakt:

Philipp von Roeder presse@ilove.net T: +49-30-692039922

Bitbop™ On-Demand Mobile Entertainment Service Launches on Windows Phone 7 - Exclusive beta launch promotion for select WP7 users gives free trial access to high quality commercial-free TV shows and movies

New York, NY, January 20, 2011 – Jesta Digital announced today that Bitbop (www.bitbop.com and m.bitbop.com), an on-demand mobile TV and movie subscription service, will now be available to Windows© Phone 7 smartphone users via Windows Phone Marketplace. The Bitbop service has been seamlessly integrated into the elegant Windows Phone 7 interface; including the phone's Music + Videos Hub which enables users to resume watching a previously accessed television program or manage their queue of chosen content.

Initially launched in 2010 on BlackBerry® phones and more recently on the Android™ platform, Bitbop's easy-to-use wireless service will now be available in beta on all Windows Phone 7 handsets.

"The elegance and simplicity of Windows Phone 7 is a great match for Bitbop," said Joe Bilman, Executive Vice President, Global Products, Jesta Digital and chief architect of Bitbop.  "Both Bitbop and Windows Phone 7 were designed to give consumers the highest quality experience with the greatest simplicity. Bitbop's on demand entertainment service is a perfect match for Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 anytime entertainment center."

"Bitbop is a great example of the kind of rich applications created by our rich developer ecosystem that people will find on Windows Phone Marketplace," said Todd Brix, senior director, Windows Phone Marketplace, Microsoft Corp. "The apps and games found on Windows Phone Marketplace, including Bitbop, have been designed to take advantage of the phone's unique features and design to help people get the most out of their phone," he continued.

"Bitbop's integration with Windows Phone 7 takes us one step further in anytime, anywhere, as you like it entertainment.  The Windows Phone 7 Music + Videos Hub will allow Bitbop subscribers to start and stop viewing of their favorite shows directly from the Hub without having to return to the Bitbop app. This seamless integration of the Bitbop service will mean even greater convenience for consumers and will enhance their entertainment experience," said Chris Hoerenz, Chief Marketing Officer for Jesta Digital.

For a limited time, Bitbop will offer 60 days of free access to Bitbop's entire catalog of the best of television to a select number of WP7 users who download and install the Bitbop application. This exclusive promotion will give early adopters of the WP7 phones a chance to stream and download full episodes of their favorite shows for instant or unconnected viewing. 

Bitbop meets the demand of today's mobile entertainment consumer for a high-quality video experience that can be viewed anywhere at any time, instantly over 3G, 4G or Wi-Fi. Subscribers can choose from a selection of exciting programming from numerous top-notch content partners and can browse and manage a personal queue of viewing choices directly from their phones or computers. Bitbop offers unlimited full-length commercial free TV shows for on demand streaming or temporary download for $9.99 a month.  The company plans to offer full-length movies later this year.

About Bitbop

Bitbop is a new wireless subscription service delivering on demand mobile TV and movies directly to U.S. consumers' smartphones. The company's state-of-the-art platform puts the flexibility of a home-based media center right in the user's pocket. Bitbop's service is accessible from any 3G or wireless network and features unlimited streaming or downloading of selected content from quality partners.

http://www.bitbop.com/networks.

About Jesta Digital

Jesta Digital is a leading global entertainment provider.  The company is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Beverly Hills, California and New York City, New York with offices and operations throughout North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Jesta Digital is a part of the Jesta Group, a diversified company with a long history as a leading investor in all classes of global real estate and hospitality as well as in other important sectors of the economy, notably in the fields of manufacturing, technology and aviation. Jesta is headquartered in London, Paris, Montreal and New York.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

For more information contact:

Jesta Digital Press Berlin:

Julia Hornberg
Tel: +49 (0)30 69 538 – 120

E-Mail: presse@jestadigital.com

Jesta Digital Press New York:

Paula Batson

Tel: +1 212 863 5008           

E-Mail: paula.batson@jestadigital.com

Fox Mobile Group to Be Renamed as Jesta Digital - Jesta Digital Appoints Jason Aintabi as CEO

New York, NY, January 13, 2011 – It was announced today that Fox Mobile Group, recently acquired by Jesta Group (www.jesta.com), will be renamed as Jesta Digital (www.jestadigital.com).

A leading global entertainment provider, Jesta Digital includes such well-known consumer brands as Jamba, Jamster, Mobizzo and iLove, as well as Bitbop, an innovative mobile video service and entertainment platform launched in the U.S. in early 2010.

Effective immediately, Jason Aintabi of Jesta Group has been appointed as CEO of Jesta Digital, leading the company and its day to day operations. Mark Anderson will continue in his role as Chief Operating Officer reporting to Jason Aintabi, with the same reporting structure for the rest of the management team.

Jason Aintabi said, "This is a very exciting time to be involved in digital entertainment and the mobile sector.  I believe that the assets of Jesta Digital are well positioned to take advantage of the growth in mobile entertainment and the digital arenas in which we play a leading role.  I look forward to working on a day to day basis with this talented management team and all the employees in our locations around the world."

About Jesta Digital

Jesta Digital is a leading global entertainment provider.  The company is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Beverly Hills, California and New York City, New York with offices and operations throughout North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Jesta Digital is a part of the Jesta Group, a diversified company with a long history as a leading investor in all classes of global real estate and hospitality as well as in other important sectors of the economy, notably in the fields of manufacturing, technology and aviation. Jesta is headquartered in London, Paris, Montreal and New York.

The Fox Mobile Group trademark is used with permission under a license from Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation.

For more information contact:

Jesta Digital Press New York:

Paula Batson

Tel: +1 212 863 5008           

E-Mail: paula.batson@jestadigital.com

Jesta Group Acquires Fox Mobile Group from News Corporation

New York, NY, December 22, 2010 – Jesta Group (http://www.jesta.com) today announced the acquisition of Fox Mobile Group (FMG) from News Corporation. A leading global entertainment provider, FMG includes such well-known consumer brands as Jamba, Jamster, Mobizzo and iLove, as well as Bitbop, a mobile video service and entertainment platform launched in the U.S. in early 2010. FMG, which will be renamed and become a part of Jesta Mobile Holdings, is co-headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and Beverly Hills, California, and operates in North America, Europe, South America and Australia.

"We believe that mobile entertainment is an important emerging market and we are excited about this acquisition and the opportunities for growth it presents", said Jason Aintabi, president of Jesta Group. "FMG's unique ten-year history in mobile entertainment services; its stature as a trusted partner with carriers and device manufacturers; and its many successful consumer brands give it a clear advantage in this rapidly developing sector. We look forward to working with the many talented and dedicated global employees of FMG and to a very bright future for the company and its brands."

Mark Anderson, COO of FMG, added: "We are all very excited to grow this business under Jesta Group's leadership, and to build upon the solid base established under News Corp.'s stewardship."

Allen & Company LLC served as financial advisor to News Corporation on the transaction.

The transaction was completed on December 22, 2010. Financial details were not disclosed.  

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About Jesta Group

Jesta Group is a diversified company with a long history as a leading investor in all classes of global real estate and hospitality as well as in other important sectors of the economy, notably in the fields of manufacturing, technology and aviation. Jesta is headquartered in London, Paris, Montreal and New York.

For further information please contact:

Stefanie Johnston of Jesta Group, +1-212-792-6096, sjohnston@jesta.com; or

Dan Berger of News Corporation, +1-310-369-1274, dberger@newscorp.com; or

Paula Batson of Fox Mobile Group, +1-917-873-8294, paula.batson@foxmobile.com

René La Taupe Receives Gold Record for Mignon Mignon Single

Berlin, December 16, 2010 – René La Taupe has now officially received his first gold record in France, signifying sales of 200.000 digital and physical units of his first hit single Mignon Mignon (Engl.: Yummy Yummy). Initially released in August 2010, the song ranked on No. 1 at the official French CD Single Charts (Disqueenfrance.com, SNEP) for 13 weeks. On YouTube the single has been viewed more than 16 million times.

René La Taupe was created in the Fox Mobile Group studios in partnership with Famties Production. The aim was to create a product with an entertaining character that was both funny and outspoken. After starting life as a ring tone, René quickly became popular around the world. The song is available in 6 different languages.

René discusses everyday problems in his inimitable way and gives everyone a chance to laugh and feel better about themselves and their problems. In Autumn 2010 the next single Tu Parles Trop (Engl.: You Talk Too Much) has been successfully released and hit No. 3 in the French CD Single Charts. A full album followed, including new songs such as Bonjour, Ding Dong and Salade de Pets as well as his successful hit singles, Mignon Mignon and Tu Parles Trop. The album also features exclusive Christmas songs including Petit Papa Noël and Kado de Noël.

“We are extremely proud of René La Taupe and very happy about his international success and popularity,” said William Linders, Executive Vice President Content at Fox Mobile Group. “The gold record is a great achievement for Fox Mobile Group. The success of this animated character proves our successful strategy of creating original made for mobile content that resonates with people around the world.” 

All René La Taupe products including ring tones, video ring tones, wall papers, full track songs, and videos can be found here. For the latest updates on René, and for more information about future release dates, visit René on Facebook.

Picture (from left to right): Marc Siegert (Fox Mobile Group studios), Severine Thomazo (Marketing France), Milan Goltz (Music Licensing) and William Linders (EVP Content) – receiving the gold record for René La Taupe’s hit single Mignon Mignon representative for Fox Mobile Group.

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About Fox Mobile Group

Fox Mobile Group (FMG) is a global leader in mobile content distribution, production and services, offering more of the benefits of mobile entertainment to consumers and business partners than anyone else. A division of News Corporation’s Digital Media Group, FMG distributes and produces more mobile entertainment to more people and business partners in more ways and in more places than anyone else in the world.

Headquartered in Berlin, Germany and Beverly Hills, Calif., FMG is wholly-owned by News Corporation (NASDAQ: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

For further information please contact

FMG press:

Juliane Walther

Tel: +49 (0)30 69 538 – 120

E-mail: press@foxmobile.com