Gemstar-TV Guide Signs Patent License Agreement with MobiTV for Mobile Interactive Program Guides

Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMST), a leading media, entertainment and technology company, has signed a patent license agreement with MobiTV, Inc., the leader in mobile and broadband entertainment services. The multi-year agreement includes patent license rights related to interactive program guides (IPGs) for mobile video programming, made available through the MobiTV service, both directly by MobiTV and via MobiTV on behalf of leading mobile and broadband service providers.

“Due to the ever-expanding amount of video content available, we believe that interactive guidance technology is quickly becoming a must-have tool, not only for the TV at home, but for other emerging platforms, including online, IPTV, and mobile,” said Rich Cusick, Gemstar-TV Guide’s senior vice president for digital media. “We are pleased that MobiTV, recognized for offering the most extensive mobile entertainment experience to users on-the-go, and its partners, will benefit from TV Guide’s guidance patents.”

“We are delighted to be working with Gemstar-TV Guide,” said Charlie Nooney, chief executive officer and chairman of MobiTV. “Now, through our relationship with Gemstar-TV Guide, MobiTV can further enhance the entertainment experience for the millions of mobile and broadband users who enjoy our services.”

Specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

About Gemstar-TV Guide
Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GMST) is a leading global media, entertainment, and technology company that develops, licenses, markets and distributes products and services that maximize the video guidance and entertainment experience for consumers. The Company’s businesses include: television, publishing, and new media properties; interactive program guide services and products; and intellectual property licensing. Additional information about the Company can be found at www.gemstartvguide.com.

About MobiTV
As the leader in mobile and broadband entertainment services, MobiTV is driving the convergence of mobile, content and technology; delivering live television, premium and primetime programming, video-on-demand, satellite and digital music services from the top broadcast and cable television networks and major music labels to millions of global users. Founded in 1999, MobiTV is a privately held company with headquarters in Emeryville, CA. (www.mobitv.com).

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