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Sprint Nextel adds to TV lineup

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.—Sprint Nextel Corp. continued to expand its mobile video offerings, adding three channels to its Sprint TV service.

The carrier added “Comedy Time,” a made-for-mobile network that allows users to choose from a variety of stand-up comedy themes, as well as Blip TV, which features comedy shorts from both established and unknown video producers. Sprint Nextel is also targeting 30- and 40-somethings with Saturday Morning TV, a collection of branded animated content including Mr. Magoo, Rocky & Bullwinkle, Dick Tracy and Roger Ramjet.

The new channels are available via the carrier’s CDMA network for $5 each per month.

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