Ameba Brings Kids’ Content to LG Smart TV Platform
From Animation Magazine:
Canadian internet TV company Ameba has launched on the LG Smart TV platform its channel of commercial-free children’s programming that includes such animated series as Sid the Science Kid and BusyTown Mysteries.
Ameba is now available on the LG Smart TV platform in the United States and Canada, allowing unlimited access to its content for $3.99 a month. The channel also is available through the internet, the Roku streaming service and with an Ameba set-top box.
Ameba Kids TV Channel Launches on LG Smart TV
From The San Francisco Chronicle:
LG’s Smart TV platform helps viewers integrate all of their digital media content seamlessly through one device-something viewers are already trying to do. Whether it is a LG Smart TV, 3D Blu-ray player or the LG Smart TV Upgrader, families can enjoy Ameba kids TV on demand and other digital entertainment services right from the convenience and comfort of their living rooms. LG Smart TV owners can get unlimited instant access to Ameba for a flat $3.99 monthly fee.
The Ameba content library, which contains more than 2,000 hours of educational, preschool, music and multi language programming aimed at kids and tweens ages 2-12, includes content from Decode Entertainment, NCircle Entertainment, Breakthrough New Media, Casablanca Kids, Sockeye, Marble Media, Portfolio, TVO, Agogo Entertainment, Genuine Pictures, and many other independent producers. Commercial-free programming includes classic titles like Skinnamarink TV and Dudley the Dragon, new series such as Cat in the Hat and Busytown Mysteries, and award winning series such as Raggs and Ruby Skye PI.
New on Ameba: Busytown Mysteries and Animal Atlas
Busytown Mysteries
Curiosities are everywhere in Busytown and so are Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Sally Cat, Hilda Hippo plus Pig Will and Pig Won’t.
Watch Busytown Mysteries on Ameba today!
Or, try a free episode.
Animal Atlas
An educational series which travels the globe to meet all kinds of animals, from the familiar to the astounding.
Watch Animal Atlas on Ameba today!
Or, try a free episode.
Karianna: Review
TV Without Commercials with Ameba:
The online viewing is perfect for my boys. They are already independent on their computers, so having a subscription to Ameba gives them yet another option to browse while they are online. (Also, because we have a small laptop and a 4G key, they can even watch Ameba in the van if they want to. That’s not a bad option for a long car trip!)
Hip Homeschool Moms: Review
Hip Homeschool Moms team member review:
When we turned Ameba on (the first time)….my almost 10yo son rolled his eyes and said: “Mom, this is for babies!” Now…..he and my other two children are IN LOVE with Ameba. We recently told them we were going to turn cable off….they all three said “CAN WE PLEASE KEEP AMEBA TV?”
Wired – Geek Dad: Review
Kid-Friendly Apple TV/Netflix Alternative:
If you’re a parent of young children and you have concerns about what your kids are watching when you aren’t there to supervise, or you’re tired of managing access to streaming content on a multitude of websites, Ameba does offer an attractive solution. If you’re on the fence or not sure whether it’s worth it, they offer a free one week trial, so you have nothing to lose by checking it out.
Cool Mom Tech: Review
Great programming for kids. And not actually on TV:
Ameba TV definitely brings a new dimension to TV watching. It’s a commercial-free online network for kids 2-13 that has original and entertaining programming, so much so that I’ve fallen in love with an adorable polar bear named Bernard. There is a whole new array of programs available that mix great animation and creativity, and feel almost Pixar-like in their quality
Geekasms: Review and Giveaway
Ameba definitely gets the seal of approval:
Honestly, this is an easy no-brainer for me in terms of suggesting this. It’s a great concept that is right up front in terms of technology. The programming is fun, entertaining, educational, and the selection is expanding constantly, giving you a growing separation from the normal programming all of us are being treated to. The price is great at $3.99 a month, and is worth every penny. The expansion possibilities and overall horizon for this product and this concept is so bright, I think some will be sorry if they sit and wait on jumping on.
Techy Dad Review and Giveaway
Fun and Educational Kids TV:
It just goes to show that kids like fun shows. They don’t care if the show uses the latest animation techniques or expensive computer generated imagery. The shows on Ameba might not have big toy lines behind them like Dora or the Disney shows do, but they are fun and educational. (Of course, the lack of a big toy line might be seen as another plus.)
Play That Now: Review
Play that Now:
As for what I was expecting from Ameba’s website description to what we received, it works as advertised. It was a painless process to get it up and running. Setting up profiles for your children, and adding shows to them is simple. I have to give credit to Ameba TV for taking time to make sure that the episodes offered are quality product. This is the way TV for kids should be.
