Replay Networking with Sony, Thomson
Friday, May 7th, 1999
Replay Networks is said to be discussing possible licensing pacts with Sony and Thomson for a possible personal video recorder(PVR) in response to Tivo’s deal with Philips, sources said.
Company representatives declined to comment, but insiders said that Replay Networks is interested in the licensing agreements to gain a foothold against competitor-Tivo who earlier made a pact with Philips Personal TV Receiver through the Fall season.
Replay Networks is currently marketing 6-hour for $699, 14-hour for $999 and 28-hour for $1499 models, and isn’t charging for service. Philips Personal TV Receiver has 14-hour at $499 and 30-hour at $999 and requires a Tivo subscription for $9.95 per month fee.
