16 Jul 2024
UNIFI TV OFFERS FREE VIEWING OF OLYMPIC GAMES PARIS 2024 ON 17 CHANNELS VIA UNIFI TV APP
KUALA LUMPUR, 16 JULY 2024 – Unifi TV, Malaysia’s largest platform for premier channels and streaming apps, has been named an official broadcaster for the highly anticipated Olympic Games Paris 2024. Making the Games accessible to all Malaysians wherever they are, Unifi TV will offer viewing access starting 24 July to 12 August 2024 through its Unifi TV app.
With 17 HD channels dedicated to cover all 32 sports and 329 events, everyone including non-Unifi customers can download and register for the complimentary service via the Unifi TV app from various app stores across all smart devices. Existing and new subscribers will enjoy live broadcasts, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes access to their favourite games and athletes with no new or additional charges.
Further demonstrating support for the Malaysian contingent, Unifi TV has also launched the hashtag #SemangatTakTerbatas which will be extended across Unifi’s official social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube.
Anand Vijayan, TM’s Chief Business and Consumer Officer, said, "We are thrilled to be an official broadcaster of Olympic Games Paris 2024, bringing this extraordinary event to all Malaysians. This year we are offering 17 dedicated HD channels, delivering limitless access for all viewers at home and on the go. By providing more inclusive access, we also aim to foster a sense of national pride and support for our Malaysian athletes and create unforgettable moments that unite us all. This is among our efforts to make technology and content accessible to more Malaysians and build connected communities, aligning with TM’s Digital Powerhouse 2030 aspiration to enable a Digital Malaysia."
For more information about Unifi TV's coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, visit unifi.com.my/paris2024.
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