Thursday, September 8, 2016

Jim Beam Apple Watch

Jim Beam Press Release




On Tuesday September 7, 2016, the world's third largest spirits company, Beam Suntory, announced from their headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois, the launch of its latest tech “innovation” the "Drinkable Wearable," Jim Beam® Apple Watch. In a tongue-and- cheek statement, the company highlights the functionality of the new watch. This watch is actually a folding cup with a lid that “conveniently packs a 1.5 oz. shot glass right on your wrist.” The press release includes clickable links to Beam Suntory’s various branded websites, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter pages.  The release also encourages viewers to purchase the watch, purchase their apple flavored bourbon, and learn more about the Jim Beam and Jim Beam Apple brand. Included in the press release are sets of professional photos and a YouTube video that highlights the watch.

Kids Will Flip For Free Fluffy Pancakes At Denny's In September



Summary:
From the beginning of this September, Denny’s is introducing the "Free Pancakes for Kids" promotion for the entire month, offering back-to-school kids a free opportunity to try out their pancakes. The pancakes are featured in the kids’ menu and now for the first time are offered in variety of new kid-sized dishes as well. Kids under age 10 can enjoy pancakes in these dishes for free from 4-10 pm every day this month with the purchase of one adult entrée at participating Denny’s locations. In addition to the promotion, the restaurant is also partnering with No Kid Hungry this month to raise money in order to help end childhood hunger as its sixth annual campaign. 

NextVR and Fox Sports to Broadcast First Live Bundesliga Match


NextVR and Fox Sports announced that they would broadcast the opening game of the German Professional Soccer League, the Bundesliga, live in virtual reality. This is the first time a Bundesliga match will be presented to an international audience live in VR. The contest, between defending league champions Bayern München FC and Werder Bremen, occurred on August 26th at the Allianz Arena in Munich. This game marked the fifth major sporting event that Fox Sports and NextVR broadcasted in VR in 2016. The match w  as available in VR format with a Fox Sports subscription in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, Asia and select European markets.