OverDrive Launches Streaming Video Service Pilot Program

Overdrive revealed exclusively to Good e-Reader at Book Expo America their new streaming video platform that allows libraries to offer video in addition to eBooks and audiobooks. Today the first phase of their pilot project is finally getting off the ground at the Los Angeles Public Library. The video service ties into libraries existing ILS systems and titles are available to purchase instantly.  The video titles are housed on the same platform as all of your eBook, audiobook and music titles, creating a simple, one-location user experience for the patrons. This means, that users can watch the videos in the same app as they use to read eBooks. When libraries purchase videos  a large number of titles are available under a one copy/one user access plan. They also offer Streaming Video collections under simultaneous access plans.  OverDrive will also support new metered access models for streaming video such as Cost per Checkout (CPC) as required by select studios. "OverDrive's Streaming Video service allows us to expand the library's e-media offerings while dramatically improving convenience and our users' experience," says Peggy Murphy, Principal Librarian and Collection Services Manager. "For the user, it couldn't be easier. There are no apps to install, no software to download – like they're used to doing with OverDrive Read, they can just click on a title and instantly enjoy!" OverDrive Launches Streaming Video Service Pilot Program is a post from: E-Reader News

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