Roovie is a second-screen companion mobile application that allows users to build connected and continuous viewing experiences through the power of social television. Research has shown that individuals are using second-screen devices more than ever before. Additionally, individuals want to communicate with friends and family in different physical locations. The Roovie mobile application allows users to chat and share TV-related content with friends, no matter their physical location. Roovie is one of the first applications to allow the user to directly take a screenshot of what appears on their television. The application also allows users to avoid spoilers commonly found on other sites through special time-stamped content. Users have given great feedback on Roovie’s concept, and look forward to seeing future interesting features in social television.
