– Canadians can now watch their favourite TV shows and movies on shomi through the PlayStation®4 (PS4^TM) system –

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TORONTO, Jan. 28, 2016 /CNW/ - Grab the popcorn and the controller, shomi™ is now available on the PlayStation®4 (PS4^TM) system. Announced today, shomi members have another way to play all the TV shows and movies they can handle. From award-winning series like Mr. Robot, Empire, Fargo, and Mozart in the Jungle, to complete seasons of iconic shows like Sons of Anarchy, Vikings, and Bob's Burgers, as well as Hollywood hits such as The Divergent Series: Insurgent, Cloverfield, and The Simpsons Movie – shomi's got game. The PS4 system streams from the shomi app, meaning members will get the full shomi experience, in HD quality, on their TV screen. Log on and enjoy new TV shows and movies added weekly.

"Members have been asking for shomi on the PS4 system since we launched, and I'm thrilled we are now able to provide our service on this platform," said Ann Tebo, Director, Product Management, shomi. "With the addition of the PS4 system there are now four Internet-connected ways for members to get great shomi content on their TV screen."

How does it work? First, secure your activation code through the shomi app on the PS4 system. Then head to shomi.com/activate, select PS4, and log in. Once you enter your activation code you'll be ready to start streaming on your PS4 system. Members can access all that shomi has to offer, including the full functionality of the shomi online experience such as easily resuming from where you left off, adding titles to your shomi Later list, curated shomi Collections for all ages, and up to six profiles per account. Just log on and play!

shomi features new content weekly, including series only available in Canada on shomi, like Blunt Talk, The Art of More, and Catastrophe; exclusive day-and-date releases of buzz-worthy series such as Fresh Off the Boat, iZOMBIE, and The Originals; and full seasons of iconic favourites like It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Last Man on Earth, and Parks and Recreation. Members will also discover great movies, hand-picked shomi Collections, plus kids and family favourites to enjoy together. Canadians can visit shomi.com to learn more about the streaming service, to subscribe, and start their 30-day free trial.

shomi is available to all Canadians! Entertainment lovers can enjoy shomi online, on select tablets, mobile devices, and on set top boxes (on Rogers Channel 300 or through the Shaw On Demand menu).

About shomi
shomi is a Canadian streaming service that brings the best in TV and movies direct to your screen. With new content added weekly, there is something for every entertainment lover – hit TV shows available only on shomi, must-see movies, and hand-picked shomi Collections, plus fun kids and family content. Curated by people who love popcorn and magic, shomi combines the passion and knowledge of our entertainment experts with the power of technology to offer recommendations and shomi Collections that help our members always find something good to watch. We are made in Canada. Shomi Partnership is a joint venture owned equally by Rogers Communications and Shaw Communications. Want more information? Visit www.shomi.com or www.shomimedia.com.

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