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Noting that tablet computers like the iPad are increasingly the "first screen" for pre-school-age viewers, Disney executives said they would make the first nine episodes of new series Sheriff Callie’s Wild West available on mobile devices first.

A joint-venture of 12 major broadcast groups across 12 markets plan to launch a number of on-air, digital and live interactive events to promote Dyle’s mobile TV service and new Audiovox wireless receiver.

It says today that beginning next fall it will use codes embedded by networks within the programs to collect information on shows watched on mobile phones and tablets that will be included in its TV ratings.

Six years ago, a handful of broadcasters began talking up the idea of using excess digital spectrum to broadcast programming to mobile devices. In 2010 NBC and Fox joined several TV station groups to form the Mobile Content Venture. But here we sit ...

Six years ago, a handful of broadcasters began talking up the idea of using excess digital spectrum to broadcast programming to mobile devices. In 2010 NBC and Fox joined several TV station groups to form the Mobile Content Venture. But here we sit ...

The redesigned ABC News app features personalized push alerts, which allows users to customize their experience with the app. The app also includes up-to-the-minute news coverage and live streaming video.