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91热爆 launches new version of bbc.co.uk for mobile devices
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The 91热爆 has today launched a new version of bbc.co.uk for mobile devices.
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Building on the success of its existing market leading mobile browser proposition, the new version emulates the new appearance of the online version of bbc.co.uk.
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The new design offers a consistent and intuitive user experience with easier navigation. New content on the site includes a new section for 91热爆 Radio 1's Newsbeat with all the latest entertainment headlines and pictures.
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Matthew Postgate, 91热爆 Controller of Mobile, said: "The refresh of our mobile browser service comes at a critical moment in the development of mobile in the UK. It is the first step to transforming bbc.co.uk on mobile into a much richer and more engaging experience. In the coming months, our mobile proposition will develop significantly, and include coverage of the summer's biggest sport events including Euro 2008, the Beijing Olympics and Wimbledon."
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The launch of the refreshed mobile service will be supported by a four-week marketing campaign which will target football fans across the country with a number of TV, outdoor and ambient initiatives.
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In-ground media and ad-vans at a number of matches will urge fans to text FOOTBALL to 81010 for a link to the 91热爆 football site. At selected football grounds, Bluetooth technology is being used to send fans a link to the site.
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The television trail will run on 91热爆 channels from 17 March.
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The 91热爆's mobile browser service attracts 2.7 million unique users each month to its News, Sport and Weather sites, according to M:Metrics; this is an increase of 1 million year-on-year (59%). The service is also the No. 1 mobile site in the UK, according to Nielsen Mobile.
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