"Saturday Night Live" fans looking to watch classic skits from the TV show may not have to depend on reruns and DVD compilations for long.
Apple was prepared to announce Tuesday that it would sell a limited number of archived skits from the late-night variety show through its iTunes Music Store for $1.99 each, for viewing on video iPods or personal computers.
The offering is the latest expansion of Apple's iTunes video library, which includes content from the U.S. television networks including NBC and ABC.(THE NEW YORK TIMES)
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Streaming Sitcom Hits
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing a streaming platform specifically for classic sitcoms could cater to nostalgia-loving viewers and potentially attract a niche audience.
- Digitizing TV Show Archives
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a service that digitizes and licenses archived TV show content could open up new revenue streams for networks and provide a more convenient viewing experience for consumers.
- Expanding Itunes Video Library
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with more TV networks and content providers to expand the iTunes video library could position Apple as a leading digital content distributor and increase its user base.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Streaming Platforms
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing a streaming platform specifically for classic sitcoms could cater to nostalgia-loving viewers and potentially attract a niche audience.
- Digital Archiving Services
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a service that digitizes and licenses archived TV show content could open up new revenue streams for networks and provide a more convenient viewing experience for consumers.
- Digital Content Distribution
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with more TV networks and content providers to expand the iTunes video library could position Apple as a leading digital content distributor and increase its user base.
