Akimbo to Distribute Content Through XP Media Center

LOS ANGELES — Akimbo Systems is launching an expanded video-on-demand service later this month that will allow Windows XP Media Center 2005 PC users to view its adult and mainstream content.

Akimbo, which launched its IPTV-based Internet-to-television VOD service last year, is attempting to find more customers, some of whom may opt for its “After Dark” programming.

Akimbo features $1.99 videos from an array of well-known adult brands — Adam & Eve, Hustler TV, AdultDVDEmpire, Gamelink, Playgirl TV, TEN and Danni’s Hard Drive.

The San Mateo-Calif.-based company previously offered its service only through its Akimbo box for $199 and a $10 monthly subscription.

But next Tuesday, Akimbo will show up as an option in the Online Spotlight section of Media Center PCs. After an initial two-week trial, viewers still have to pay the monthly fee, with additional fees for some programs, but they won’t have to buy the box.

Because the Media Center is able to stream content to Xbox and Xbox 360 consoles acting as extenders, game players can view Akimbo programs anywhere in their house.

According to a recent report from Endpoint Technologies, Media Center shipments will double to about 5 million units this year and double again in 2006.

“Media Center is a perfect platform for Akimbo and a great example of how TV and the Internet are combining,” Akimbo CEO Joshua Goldman said. “Media Center owners will now have access to thousands of new shows and can experience the freedom of being in charge of what they watch.”

Besides adult features, Akimbo's collection of on-demand video includes titles from the Luxury Channel, Naked News, IFILM, Discovery and Wine TV.

Copyright © 2025 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

Anissa Kate, Jordan Starr Top AEBN for Q2 of 2025

AEBN has published its top-selling stars for the second quarter of 2025, with Anissa Kate landing atop the leaderboard for straight theaters and Jordan Starr heading up the gay rankings.

AEBN Reveals Eva Maxim as Top Trans Star for Q2 of 2025

AEBN has published its top trans stars list for the second quarter of 2025, with Eva Maxim landing atop the leaderboard.

France Reinstates Age Verification Rule for EU Sites

France’s highest court, the Council of State, on Tuesday reinstated age verification rules for EU-based sites under the country’s Security and Regulation of the Digital Space (SREN) law, ruling in favor of the French government and against Hammy Media.

Whisper Fans Joins Pineapple Support as Supporter-Level Sponsor

Whisper Fans has joined the ranks of over 70 adult businesses and organizations committing funds and resources to Pineapple Support.

Utherverse Launches 'Red Light Center' Virtual World

Virtual reality and metaverse technology company Utherverse has launched its new virtual world, RedLightCenter.io.

European Commission Approves AV Guidelines, Unveils Prototype App

The European Commission on Monday released its final, approved guidelines for protecting minors online under the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) and made public a “white label” age verification app intended to help sites and platforms comply with age verification rules under the DSA.

New Membership Site 'Sluts Corner' Launches

R18 Entertainment has launched a new membership site, SlutsCorner.com.

Roxie Rae Relaunches Site Through XSiteAbility

Roxie Rae has relaunched her site through XSiteAbility.

Show More