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iFLIX LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGI KUALA LUMPUR, 2 September 2015 – iflix, Southeast Asia’s leading Internet TV
service, offering subscribers unlimited access to tens of thousands of hours of
entertainment for a low monthly price, is pleased to announce it has entered into a
strategic agreement with telecommunications company, Digi Telecommunication Sdn
Bhd (Digi) to provide iflix’s world-class service to Digi customers in Malaysia.
In accordance with the agreement, Digi customers can now charge their iflix subscriptions
(RM10/month for monthly subscriptions or RM8/month for annual subscriptions) to their
postpaid or prepaid Digi accounts through integrated mobile carrier billing. Along with a
seamless payment experience, Digi customers will additionally receive a 60-day access
to iflix’s world class service, compliments of Digi. Further, customers who subscribe to an
iflix monthly subscription plan will be entitled to an extra 1GB internet data quota to
stream iflix on Digi’s network at no extra charge.
Recognized as one of Forbes’ World’s Most Innovative Companies 2014, Digi continues
to lead the Malaysian telecommunications industry with its innovative product and service
offerings, which include building a mobile Internet environment that delivers a superior,
high-quality digital experience to the company’s more than 11 million customers
nationwide.
Said Azran Osman-Rani, iflix Group COO and CEO of iflix Malaysia: “iflix is committed to
providing a world class service that allows Malaysians to access the world’s best TV
shows and Movies whenever, wherever. Our partnership with Digi allows us to further
deliver on this commitment by bringing together two companies with a common vision,
and a focus on innovative initiatives designed to create awesome experiences for
Malaysians on their mobile devices”.
Christian Thrane, Digi’s Chief Marketing Officer, commented: “As a movie buff who also
enjoys my fair share of TV, I’m certain that many fans have been crying out for a service
like this for a long time. iflix’s high quality, on-demand video streaming can be enjoyed
conveniently on any mobile device while on the go, which is great for those looking to
take a break from a long day or during their commute. We are excited to partner with iflix
to bring this service to all our customers”.
“With our partnership, Digi customers have the added convenience and ease of being
able to pay for their iflix subscription via their postpaid bills or prepaid credit, eliminating
the need for entering credit card details. In addition, Digi customers get 60 days to try the
service without charge, which they can enjoy while streaming on Digi’s high-speed 4G
LTE and 3G network whenever, wherever. To top it off, after the 60-day period, we are
also giving customers who continue to subscribe for a monthly iflix subscription an
additional 1GB of internet quota each month for free to stream iflix content up to 31
March 2016,” Thrane added.
Now available in Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, iflix will continue to roll out its
world class service to additional key Southeast Asian markets in the coming months, With
over 200,000 subscribers in less than 3 months since launch, iflix offers consumers the
largest library of top U.S., Asian regional, and local TV shows and movies available in the
region. Each subscription allows users to access the service on five Internet capable
devices such as mobile, tablet, computer, or television set, for viewing whenever,
wherever. The service is priced at only RM8 per month in Malaysia for unlimited access.
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ABOUT iFLIX
iflix is a partnership between highly successful, disruptive local entrepreneurs and
Hollywood heavyweights. Catcha Group and Evolution Media Capital have joined
together to create an Internet TV service for Southeast Asia that provides access to tens
of thousands of hours of top TV shows and movies from all over the world. From
Hollywood and Hong Kong, Seoul and Shanghai, Thailand and Tokyo, iflix places the
entertainment you want at your fingertips. For one incredibly low monthly fee, subscribers
to iflix have unlimited access on their mobile phone, laptop, tablet, TV… wherever,
whenever.
Let’s play.
ABOUT DIGI
Digi provides mobile voice, Internet and digital services to over 11 million customers in
Malaysia. Through its mission of 'Internet for All', Digi is committed to driving Malaysia's
growth by building a mobile Internet environment that enables true connectivity, creating
socio-economic development and aiding businesses to prosper. Digi.Com Berhad is
listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad [Bloomberg: DIGIMK;
Bursa Malaysia: Digi (6947)] and is part of the global telecommunications provider,
Telenor Group.
For media enquiries, please contact:
Peggy Lee Mark Britt Corporate Communications iflix Group CEO [email protected] [email protected] +60 122 178 345