From the Wires
C4 and Capablue Prove Second Screen Ads Are the Future
Nov. 29, 2012 05:24 AM
LONDON, November 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Proof of concept a hit with advertising and media industries
Capablue, specialist in TV Everywhere solutions, has been working with Channel 4 to create a proof of concept that explores the potential of future advertising formats. The interactive advertising application uses the second screen to provide the broadcaster with a more sophisticated and less intrusive way of showing ads and interacting with viewers.
Having developed the proof of concept in close collaboration with Channel 4, Capablue used its cloud-based Connected framework to build a plug in solution that uses audio watermarking to synchronise with linear broadcast. This ensures the two devices are synchronised no matter when the programme is viewed, taking into account +1 channels, time shift, PVRs, etc. Capablue also created and developed the user experience and design elements for the entire project to extend the Channel 4 corporate and channel brands to tablets and smart phones.
"Second screens are set to play a huge part in the future of broadcast advertising because they can be used to create a deeper engagement between content and viewers," said Capablue CEO Tom Cape. "We have been working very closely with Channel 4 to create a proof of concept that does just that. It encourages the viewer to interact with a brand by delivering a much more sophisticated advertising experience that pushes content straight to the consumer in a non-intrusive way. It's exciting to see such a future-thinking project like this come together and to play such a big part in it. This is truly a 'first' for second screen innovation."
The proof of concept was showcased to 400 advertising and media executives at the Channel 4 Upfronts in London last week. Each was given an iPad to witness the live demonstration. They all played along to a micro game, which was part of an ad that popped up on their screens. The in game scores were fed to a live leader board.
"It's important for us as a broadcaster today to think about how we engage with our viewers across all screens. In the connected world we need to create the best TV experiences for them no matter where they are. By doing this it also enables our advertisers to engage with those viewers in a more targeted and interactive way. Capablue understand this and has created a proof of concept that works for us, our advertisers and most importantly our viewers. It's clear from the positive response to the demo at the Upfronts last week that this kind of solution is what the advertising and media industries are after," said Carl Read, Digital Leader at Channel 4.
How the app works:
- The viewer is watching Channel 4 on linear TV whilst also having a second screen 'companion app' open. For example, a Made in Chelsea app for a tablet or smartphone.
- When the channel goes to a commercial break there is a non-intrusive overlay that appears on the app as a result of a corresponding advert.
- The user can choose to engage and interact with this overlay which will then launch to full screen.
- Within the ads on the app the user can register for a discount, play along with games, buy directly, share with social media networks, reserve an item , book a test drive, etc.
- Once the engagement is complete the user remains within the original second screen application.
Following the success of the live demonstration at the Channel 4 Upfronts, Capablue is continuing to work with the broadcaster to look at how this could become part of its future advertising offer.
About Capablue
Capablue provides solutions for broadcasters, across the entire Connected TV ecosystem, from Video on Demand (VoD) through connected and companion TV apps to advertising and T-commerce. We unify the main TV with the multitude of new TV-enabled devices, so broadcasters can connect with consumers and provide a seamless experience across all screens.
Our unique cloud-based platform, Connected, enables the discovery and monetisation of content on multiple internet-connected devices, helping broadcasters to enhance the value of their content and exploit the fact that TV is now connected to the internet.
Customers on the Connected platform include M&S TV, Curzon on Demand, Star Trek on Virgin Tivo, Playboy TV and DigiTop's Karaoke Superstar.
For further information or images please contact:
Chloe Sisson
Platform PR
chloe@platformpr.com
+44(0)20-7486-4900
About PR NewswireCopyright © 2007 PR Newswire. All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of PRNewswire content is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of PRNewswire. PRNewswire shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.
.gif)
In an ideal developer/systems administrator’s world, most applications would deploy seamlessly to multiple platforms and scale elastically with minimal effort bringing the unprecedented agility of the cloud within immediate reach of developer teams and IT organizations.
OpenStack, a ...
The cloud-enabled data center sits at the center of IT transformation. It facilitates the interconnection and communities that come together, propelling growth for both buyers and sellers.
In his session at the 12th International Cloud Expo, Gerry Fassig, CoreSite’s Vice President of...
Our more interconnected planet is accelerating the adoption and convergence of next-generation architectures, in the form of cloud, mobile and instrumented physical assets. Organizations that can effectively balance optimization and innovation, will be in a position to leverage new sys...
Cloud computing is more than a buzz-phrase it’s a transformative IT paradigm shift. The emphasis in the cloud is on elasticity, scalability, agility and open. Not just open standards but open APIs and open source. The delivery of software is also going through a paradigm shift. Open so...
Here at AppNeta, we get to see a lot about how people build their web applications. From simple PHP scripts to heavily service-oriented Java clouds to monolithic Django apps, everybody’s product is architected a little differently. We’re still out to trace everything, and today I want ...
In the old world of IT, if you didn't have hardware capacity or the budget to buy more, your project was dead in the water. Budget constraints can leave some of the best, most creative and most ingenious innovations on the cutting room floor. It’s a true dilemma for developers and inno...
