In the first initiative of its kind in Europe, an agreement between SFR and the RATP regional train system has brought very-high-speed mobile Internet to the Paris subway. Since October 4, SFR customers with smartphones and tablets have been able to access the 3G+ network at the Châtelet-Les Halles and Gare de Lyon stations on the RER A line. They can now browse the web, stay connected to their social networks and download 10 MP3 titles in 10 seconds at these two major stations without having to wait until they resurface at street level. By late 2014, SFR will have equipped 170 of the main stations in the subway and RER network with 3G+ and 4G, with the remaining stations to be connected by the end of 2015.
www.sfr.com
Activision Blizzard
Skylanders Giants
The Giants are back, bigger and stronger than ever. This new episode in the Skylanders series is based on the basics of the first game, mixing real life and virtual kingdoms with a range of smart character-figurines that come to life as if by magic in the world of Skylands. This new release features eight giants, all more powerful than the last ones, making the game more challenging, and also offers greater compatibility among consoles, portable devices and the web. New challenges and a new adventure await young players, who will – regardless of their age – be captivated by this latest game, which promises to be one of the hottest gifts of the upcoming holiday season.
www.activisionblizzard.com
Universal Music
Long Walk by Francesco Tristano
Francesco Tristano’s brilliant playing and daring interpretations have won him fans among classical music enthusiasts and techno lovers alike. He is a master at mixing styles and eras, as his new album Long Walk proves: classical pieces by Buxtehude and Bach are included alongside two original compositions they inspired, “Long Walk” and “Ground Bass,” which have the feel of extravagant remixes. Rhythmic and melodic reiterations and the rich range of sounds inherent to Baroque music shine through in Tristano’s highly skilled performances.
www.francescotristano.com
www.universalmusic.fr
Maroc Telecom
Maroc Telecom a winner at the Cauris d’Or awards
Maroc Telecom won the award for Best-Performing Company in Africa at the eighth Cauris d’Or awards, which were presented in Dakar. These awards, which are organized by the Mouvement des Entreprises du Sénégal (a Senegal-based business association), aim to recognized African companies operating in Africa. Maroc Telecom was rewarded for its efforts to develop information and communication technologies (ICT) and make them accessible to all. The company works ceaselessly to improve telecommunications and Internet coverage in isolated areas. Maroc Telecom operates in five African countries: Burkina Faso, Gabon, Mali, Mauritania and Morocco.
www.iam.ma
GVT
The PMC
The PMC, digital music and video streaming service free for customers of broadband Power GVT, performs another action for fans of Taylor Swift. The goal is to assemble a very Brazilian clip for the song “Never Ever We’re Getting Back Together” with pictures of Brazil and images recorded by fans of the artist in the show held in September in Rio de Janeiro. To participate, access www.taylornopmc.com.br and follow the rules. The portal also displays the exclusive interview with Taylor recorded for the PMC.
www.gvt.com.br
Canal+
Warner Bros. films to air on Canal+ channels
Canal+ and Warner Bros. Entertainment France have signed an exclusive framework agreement. This partnership covers broadcasting rights for films available on an exclusive paid basis as well as for titles from the American studio’s catalog for all pay channels (Canal+, Ciné+, Comédie+ and Jimmy) and their respective catch-up viewing services. Beginning in September 2013, subscribers will be able to see the latest Warner Bros. productions, which will be available for various mobile and home media, both at broadcast times and on demand.
www.groupecanalplus.com
