DALLAS, June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Blockbuster Inc.
(NYSE: BBI, BBI.B) announced that BLOCKBUSTER On Demand® is now
available through the latest Toshiba Blu-ray players, making it
easier for even more families across America to enjoy the hottest
new releases from Blockbuster in their living room.
BLOCKBUSTER On Demand is currently accessible on Toshiba's new
Blu-ray models, the BDX2500 and the BDX2700, which offers built-in
WiFi capability. Plans are also in place for the service to
become available on future Toshiba Blu-ray players, expected to be
released later this year.
"BLOCKBUSTER On Demand, through Toshiba's Blu-ray players,
delivers a truly connected home theater experience," said
Bruce Anderson, Blockbuster On
Demand's Senior Vice President and General Manager. "It gives
even more of our customers instant access to all the newest hit
releases, available the same day as DVD/Blu-ray, as well as
thousands of other great movies."
Both Toshiba Blu-ray models come equipped with internet
connectivity, allowing for movies from Blockbuster to be streamed
anywhere, anytime. The players also deliver 1080p Full HD
video and high-definition audio as well as BD-Live™ capability.
BLOCKBUSTER On Demand customers enjoy movies directly on their
TV set with no monthly fee. This allows for a more personalized and
easy access to in-home entertainment.
About Blockbuster Inc.
Blockbuster Inc. is a leading global provider of rental and
retail movie and game entertainment. The company provides customers
with convenient access to media entertainment anywhere, any way
they want it – whether in-store, by-mail, through vending kiosks or
digitally to their homes and mobile devices. With a highly
recognized brand and a library of more than 125,000 movie and game
titles, Blockbuster leverages its multichannel presence to serve
nearly 47 million global customers annually. The company may be
accessed worldwide at www.blockbuster.com.
SOURCE Blockbuster Inc.