Philo
Founded Year
2010Stage
Acquired | AcquiredTotal Raised
$1.05MAbout Philo
Philo allows users to share which shows they are watching. The company aims to make television interactive by letting viewers check in to shows and interact with programming and other viewers. Philo is available to users via iPhone and iPod Touch apps which support check-ins to what the company calls time-shifted television content. In addition, PHILO offers a social TV Web application. In August 2011, Philo was acquired by LocalResponse. The valuation of Philo was undisclosed. Other terms of the deal were not released.
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Philo Patents
Philo has filed 14 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- network protocols
- video on demand services
- internet television
Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5/26/2020 | 12/27/2022 | Computer memory, Video on demand services, Microcontrollers, Wireless networking, Network protocols | Grant |
Application Date | 5/26/2020 |
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Grant Date | 12/27/2022 |
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Related Topics | Computer memory, Video on demand services, Microcontrollers, Wireless networking, Network protocols |
Status | Grant |
Latest Philo News
Nov 23, 2023
Press Release• Nov 22, 2023 21:00 EST Black Friday sales researchers at Retail Egg check for any early Philo deals and offers for Black Friday 2023, highlighting any sales on TV streaming anytime, anywhere BOSTON, November 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Comparison of any early Philo Black Friday 2023 offers and deals, including a summary of any available deals on their TV streaming package. Links to any identified offers are listed below. Top Philo Picks: Retail Egg earns commissions from purchases made using the links provided. Philo, an emerging streaming service, offers a diverse range of channels at an affordable price. Catering to budget-conscious viewers, Philo boasts a channel lineup featuring popular networks without the burden of sports channels. With an intuitive interface and unlimited DVR, it ensures a seamless viewing experience. Philo's budget-friendly subscription plans make it an attractive option for those seeking quality entertainment without breaking the bank. Streamlining options, Philo stands out in the crowded streaming market as a cost-effective solution for cutting-edge content. Black Friday 2023, slated for November 24 this year, promises a dynamic landscape for consumers seeking competitive deals on TV streaming services. As the annual retail extravaganza gains momentum, leading streaming platforms are anticipated to roll out enticing promotions, offering users an opportunity to access premium content at unprecedented prices. Subscribers can anticipate a spectrum of offerings, from discounted subscription plans to bundled packages incorporating popular channels and exclusive content. About Retail Egg: Retail Egg shares e-commerce deals news. As an affiliate Retail Egg earns from qualifying purchases. Source: Retail Egg
Philo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Philo founded?
Philo was founded in 2010.
Where is Philo's headquarters?
Philo's headquarters is located at New York.
What is Philo's latest funding round?
Philo's latest funding round is Acquired.
How much did Philo raise?
Philo raised a total of $1.05M.
Who are the investors of Philo?
Investors of Philo include Adstra, North Bridge Venture Partners, Gotham Ventures, Eniac Ventures and Stephen Lambert.
Who are Philo's competitors?
Competitors of Philo include AdaptiveBlue and 3 more.
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Compare Philo to Competitors
Zeebox offers an interactive platform to watch television with friends.
Trakt is a platform focused on tracking and managing TV shows and movies. The company operates in the entertainment and media industry. Trakt's main service is to keep track of the TV shows and movies that users watch, integrating with media centers or home theater PCs to enable automatic tracking, also known as scrobbling. It also provides direct links to hundreds of streaming services and major TV networks, making it easier for users to discover new things to watch. It is based in Portland, Oregon.
GetGlue, developed by AdaptiveBlue, is a social network where users can check-in and rate movies, TV shows, music and books to earn points and stickers.
Miso is a mobile application by Bazaar Labs which allows users to share movies and television they are watching. Miso is largely modeled on location-based service Foursquare and aims to create a social gaming experience around what users are watching and listening to on TV or music, respectively. Users cans share this information with their friends and can also post their commentary. Users of Miso are also able to win different badges as rewards for different kinds of activity. Miso's applications is available via the iPhone or through the web via Miso's web application and the company will also be launching an iPad application. In February 2013, GoMiso was acquired by Dijit Media. The valuation of GoMiso was undisclosed. Other terms of the deal were not released.
IntoNow enables people to check-in to media they may be watching on their television. The company's underlying technology called SoundPrint allows users to automatically check-in to a show by hitting a button in the IntoNow application. SoundPrint then reads the sound waves and patterns of each television show and matches it with a database it keeps. The company was spun out of Auditude.
Umami develops products that enhance the consumer TV viewing experience, while simplifying the creation of these experiences for networks and advertisers.
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