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MediaMall Technologies Releases PlayOn Software for Nintendo Wii Gaming Console

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MediaMall Technologies, a software developer behind the popular PlayOn streaming platform, has announced the release of their highly anticipated software for Nintendo's Wii gaming console. This new addition brings the PlayOn streaming experience to the majority of U.S. households, where over 40% of homes own a gaming console. The PlayOn software enables users to stream Internet content from various sources, including Netflix, Hulu, ESPN, YouTube, and more, directly to their living room without the need for additional hardware or cables.

Key Takeaways:

  • PlayOn software is now available for Nintendo's Wii gaming console, in addition to the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3.
  • The software enables users to stream Internet content from various sources, including Netflix, Hulu, ESPN, YouTube, and more.
  • Third-party developers are allowed to create plugins to enable additional content to be streamed, including Adultswim, Food Network, Cartoon Network, NFL Network, and South Park Studios.
  • A public beta of the Wii software is available at MediaMall's website, www.playon.tv.
  • Over 500 copies of PlayOn are downloaded from the company's website every day.
  • MediaMall Technologies, founded in 2003, operates with offices in New York, Seattle, and Copenhagen.
  • The PlayOn software enables users to stream Internet content from their PC to their media center by way of their gaming console or most DLNA compliant devices.

Statistics:

  • Over 40% of U.S. households own a gaming console.
  • The Wii is the fastest-selling gaming console ever, with over 24 million units sold in the U.S. in less than three years.
  • 500 copies of PlayOn are downloaded from the company's website every day.

Sources:

  • Leisure & Travel Week via VerticalNews.com
  • Copyright 2009, Journalism.

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