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FUNimation Unveils Revamped FunimationNow Streaming Service

Written By Samantha Ferreira

FunimationNow Promo Visual 001 - 20160107It looks like 2016 is starting with a bang for FUNimation!

Earlier today, FUNimation announced that they will revamp their digital platform. The company will relaunch their service in February under the name FunimationNow. In a first for the distributor, FunimationNow will open its doors to customers in the United Kingdom once FunimationNow goes live.

As part of the relaunch, Funimation will also release new digital apps for Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Windows 10. Redesigned apps for iOS, Android, and Kindle will also hit during the February launch window.

A new website, as well as updated game console and Roku apps will roll out in May.

FUNimation is partnering with Sony DADC New Media Solutions, who are providing their Ven.ue Cloud Playout system. The two companies are currently offering a demo of FunimationNow to attendees of the International Consumer Electronics Show in Los Vegas, Nevada.

Source: FUNimation

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Samantha Ferreira

Samantha Ferreira is Anime Herald’s founder and editor-in-chief. A Rhode Island native, Samantha has been an anime fan since 1992, and an active member of the anime press since 2002, when she began working as a reviewer for Anime Dream. She launched Anime Herald in 2010, and continues to oversee its operations to this day. Outside of journalism, Samantha actively studies the history of the North American anime fandom and industry, with a particular focus on the 2000s anime boom and bust. She’s a huge fan of all things Sakura Wars, and maintains series fansite Combat Revue Review when she has free time available. When not in the Anime Herald Discord, Samantha can typically be found on Bluesky.

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