Friday June 29, 2012 at 11:00 am by Adam S.
As we mentioned in our Anime Expo blog post earlier this week, we have been working on some new FUNimation apps that we will be demo-ing at our booth this weekend. For all who may not be able to make it down to Anime Expo this weekend,make sure to check out each of the new apps. Here are some of the details.
FUNimation Tablet App
For iPad and Android tablets - Free & paid app versions
Coming in late July/early August
The tablet app is the most similar of the new apps to the Mobile app. So similar in fact that we have made it universal with the mobile app we have already released. This means if you have bought the paid mobile app you will get the paid tablet app for free and vice versa.
Click here to see the comparison chart between both versions of the mobile app which will be the same for the tablet app.
If you are an Elite Video Subscriber, just as you are able to unlock all your subscription content with either version of the mobile app, you will also get the same full access on the tablet app as well. Most shows will be in HD.
FUNimation Roku App
For Roku streaming devices - Free app
Coming in late July/early August
The Roku app will bring anime to your Roku streaming device. This is another way to watch FUNimation anime on your TV instantly. This free app will allow you to watch trailers, clips, and promotional videos (such as the first 2-4 episodes) of most of the shows from the FUNimation catalog.
You will also be able to unlock all your subscription content on the Roku app same as you can with the Mobile and tablet app. HD video included. See a theme yet? 
FUNimation Samsung App
For Samsung TV's and Blu-ray players - Free app
Coming in late July/early August
The Samsung app will be a free app similar to the Roku app giving you access to clips, trailers, and promotional episodes. This app will also allow you to unlock all subscription content for Elite Video Subscribers in HD. The Samsung app will be available on all newer model Samsung web-enabled TVs and Blu-ray players.
We at FUNimation are very excited to bring these new apps to you in the near future. Not only will these apps expand the ways you can enjoy watching anime but it also makes our Elite Video Subscription service that much better for everyone who is a member.
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For all of you heading to Anime Expo this weekend be sure to come by and check out our FUNimation Elite Video Subscription lounge. We will have cosplayers care of ACParadise showing off these new apps and the subscription service. We will have some free swag for stopping by and you can get your badge scanned for a chance to win a free one-year membership to the FUNimation Elite Video Subscription service. We'll see you at the FUNimation booth!
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When will the Funimation will be available for Samsung Smart TV? If you do this I will love you forever :D
When is the roku app gonna be out?It is way past early august it's september in 2 days!!!!
PLEEEEEEEEEEASE get that app up on roku and ps3!! Funimation's catalog of anime is SO much better than all the Moe garbage on Crunchy roll. I will absolutely get a funimation premium account when I can watch it on my ps3 or roku.
You know years ago I dreamt of the day when I could get streaming anime from japan not long after it was released....
Late July and early august are long gone. How about updating the estimated day of release for the Roku "channel"?
I was a professional programmer and realize that estimated delivery dates don't always work out, but by now you must have a good idea of when it will go live.
Please let us Roku owners have a new estimate when the app/channel will be available.
I have been waiting to start an Elite membership for this app since I will not watch on my computer or phone.
I am looking forward to it.
Are you guys/gals listening??? create an app for game consoles (PS3 & Xbox)
Can't wait for the Roku app to come out
I really want the Roku app... so long as it features FULL HD content. Crunchyroll's hit a snag and won't budge on it right now. But a PS3 app would be good too-- especially to see it in 1080P! ~_^
Funimation has become one of my favorite companies... and the more I think about it, the more I really want to try this out! For the same price as Crunchyroll you say? Hmmm, that's almost too good to pass up!
Can't wait for the Roku App!!! I have been waiting so long for Funi to make an app for the Roku. Now I can finally sign up for an Elite Video Subscription since the only way I would is if I could watch content on my Roku. You guys are the best!!!
Some love for Windows Phone, please.
When the apps come out please announce it on the blog. I will sign up for an elite membership as soon as it works.
I have a Roku and will get the channel right away.
FYI - For all of you reading this thread, I have spoken to developers and these apps are expensive for content producers to make and maintain. Various devices need different apps.
If spending the money to make the first apps does not make them the increased income they hope for I doubt the will continue to add more devices.
A Roku is really worth the money anyhow. There are so many cool channels.
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