HKT, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider, PCCW Media, a leading, fully integrated multimedia and entertainment company headquartered in Hong Kong, and LG U+, an innovative mobile network operator in South Korea, announce an exclusive collaboration to introduce virtual reality (VR) K-pop content to CSL Mobile 5G users in Hong Kong, bringing revolutionized mobile entertainment experience for mobile users in the 5G era.
PCCW Media, LG U+ and HKT will offer The Show, a hugely popular K-pop music chart show from SBS Medianet, exclusively to CSL Mobile 5G users. The Show is produced in 4K resolution and especially created for 180° VR viewing. It consists of 120 mini performances showcasing the hottest K-pop idols and backstage making-of programs starring famous and popular Korean artists like IZ*ONE, MAMAMOO, KANG DANIEL and MONSTA X, etc. With the VR technology, K-pop fans will feel as if their favourite idols were performing in front of their eyes.
Starting from April 1, 2020, CSL Mobile 5G users will be able to enjoy The Show and other VR content via the newly launched “csl. 5G VR App”.
Mr. Derek Choi, Head of Pay TV of PCCW Media Group, said, “We are excited to join hands with LG U+ to introduce VR entertainment content to Hong Kong. As Hong Kong will soon be entering into the 5G era, new technologies such as VR will certainly take the viewing experience to the next level. PCCW Media has a proven track record in offering innovative services to its pay-TV and OTT users and the collaboration with LG U+ further demonstrates our continual commitment to providing the best and refreshing viewing experiences to viewers in Hong Kong and other markets in the region.”
Mr. Bruce Lam, Managing Director of CSL Mobile Consumer Mobile, said, “The ultra high speed and low latency of 5G open the door to the VR applications. Together with the huge popularity of K-pop in Hong Kong, the combination of two will definitely bring immersive VR experience to our 5G users. We will continue to work with content partners like LG U+ to further enrich our true 5G services.”
Mr. Sangmin Lee, CTO of LG U+, said, “We sincerely congratulate PCCW Media and HKT for launching the 5G services. As the next dynamic force for growth, 5G will make our daily lives more convenient and diverse. We are happy to be introducing our K-pop VR contents to the users in Hong Kong through our reliable partner, PCCW Media. We hope the best success for HKT in the future of 5G ecosystem and also look forward to our continuous partnership.”
Source: PCCW Press Release