Australia’s first entertainment search and guide software application, Searchr.TV, has officially launched this week – offering families dealing with school holiday boredom complaints an easier way to keep children entertained.
Searchr.tv aggregates all five free-to-air and ten local and international paid streaming providers in one software application, eliminating the need for hardware to be plugged in.
The application has integrated LeadStory, one of Australia’s leading news platforms, which includes 16 global publishers providing breaking news content and dedicated sports and kids’ zones with entertainment and educational content in one user-friendly interface.
“We know that 80 per cent of consumers want a software platform and almost 50 per cent watch their content on mobile, tablets, or computers,” says Searchr.TV managing director Tim Wheeler.
“While we started out as a TV platform, we have evolved to include all mobile devices and laptops/computers using all browsers.”
And for families seeking educational content to help children while away the school holiday hours, the tool can help solve the problem of knowing where to watch certain TV shows and movies across the many free-to-air broadcasters and content providers.
The technology is focused on celebrating Australian art and culture by actively promoting and highlighting Australian-produced content – and will contribute a percentage back to the Australian media landscape.
“With a diverse library of movies, TV shows, and dedicated sports, news, and kids’ zones, we’ve got something for everyone, and it’s all in one place. Beyond convenience, we’re fostering a sense of culture and community, allowing you to discover new content tailored to you and share suggestions with friends.”
* Data from a 2024 survey.
