Galatta - Indian Movie News App Releases Version Update and Goes Universal

CHENNAI, July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Presents Users With More HD Infotainment, Real-Time Breaking News, Timely Updates and has Been Optimized for the iPhone's Retina Display, Also Makes its Debut on the iPad

Galatta app, developed by Galatta Media Private Ltd. to provide the latest celebrity updates and real-time breaking news in the Indian movie world, has announced a version upgrade, featuring exclusive photo galleries and a vibrant video section. Measuring up to the hype it generated at the market, Galatta app's version 1.3 comes just 2 months after the app's worldwide launch this May.

Galatta app is the complete movie tracker that provides fans with the highest levels of infotainment on a stylish, rich and lustrous interface that ensures an overall incredible reading experience. The response for the application has been tremendous and the feedback from users has been overwhelmingly positive. Galatta app was featured in the 'What's Hot' section of the US and Indian App Stores in the News category and ranked #22 in the News category at the App Store(India).

In its upgraded avatar, Galatta app has a lot more media to offer - new photo galleries and a separate section devoted to videos. Users can virtually step into the glam showbiz world by surfing through galleries of movie stills, parties, events and celebrity photos. With the addition of the latest HD movie trailers, it has now become easier for users to discover and decide what to watch. Galatta app has been optimized for iPhone Retina Display to provide sharper text, richer graphics and enhanced video content, letting users delve a lot deeper into movie content. Other enhancements include its new push notification to keep up with the latest news and gossip in the movie world.

Galatta has also become a universal application, as it is now available for the iPad. "On its launch, the response Galatta app received was nothing short of spectacular. The expectations of the current media-savvy generation have propelled us to come up with a version update that provides users with a richer, smarter and a more streamlined experience. Our flagship product, now compatible on all iOS devices, is continually being overhauled with new features and functionality, to give our users what they have come to expect," said Venkatesh C.R., CEO of Galatta Media.

Galatta app is also available in the Google Play store for Android phones and tablets. Windows Mobile and BlackBerry versions of the app will be available by the last week of July.

Download Link: http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/galatta/id523417478?mt=8

About Galatta Media Private Limited:

Galatta Media Private Ltd. is the creator and publisher of Galatta Cinema magazine, the largest circulating English Cinema Magazine in India for South Indian movies, and is also the force behind Galatta.com - a leading Indian video portal, the world over. For more details visit: http://www.galatta.com.

Primary Media Contact: Venkatesh C.R, [email protected], 91-44-26200160