NCTC to Partner with Philo TV
The National Cable Television Cooperative is partnering with Philo TV to allow its cable operator members to offer the over-the-top streaming video service to its customers.
“Our partnership with NCTC will expand the available options for millions of TV lovers by giving them access to the unique entertainment-focused package we’ve created,” Philo CEO Andrew McCollum said in a statement. “Philo is a perfect complement to the existing services, particularly high-speed internet, that these companies already offer.”
Related: Philo TV Launches on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV
Philo TV launched in November, offering 40 channels, including A&E, AMC, Comedy Central, Food Network, HGTV, ID, Lifetime, MTV and OWN for $16 per month. Subscribers can access Philo through browsers, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, iPhone App & Android via Chrome, as well as 37 TV Everywhere apps and websites for participating networks.
“This agreement is another way for our members to offer even more choices to their customers,” said Rich Fickle, CEO and president of NCTC. “We know how important it is that we continue to find new ways to add value to our members and our new relationship with Philo, an innovative and forward-thinking brand, is a powerful step in that direction.”
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