Previously, we reported on the top stars making the most money through YouTube, and PewDiePie topped the list, with an estimated $4 million made in ad revenue. Now, he’s taking his act on the road, as he’s now offering an application for mobile devices, for his fans to enjoy.
Disney’s Maker Studios has launched the new mobile-view app, which is available for download now on the Apple App Store {link no longer active}. With it, fans can access a daily feed of PewDiePie’s greatest gameplay videos, along with other random episodes. It’s available free of charge, through there are ads strewn throughout, just as a heads up.
In addition, the mobile app also includes a link to PewDiePie’s store, where you can purchase items such as backpacks, shirts and other goods. The purchases are completely optional, but fans may find something that they like.
Another aspect to PewDiePie’s application features social interactivity. Users can share videos via Facebook, Twitter, text or email, and can also personalize their video feed however they see fit – adding a personable touch to the application.
This will no doubt add to PewDiePie’s growing popularity, even though he’s already the number one most-subscribed independent channel on YouTube, with an estimated 5.4 billion views to date, and more to come in the months ahead.
PewDiePie announced the launch of the app yesterday via his Twitter account, stating, “We finally have our official Bro App! It’s free, download it and let me know what you think! (smiley face)” No doubt he’s pleased with his collaboration with Maker Studios.
Could this possibly open the door for more social folks to launch their own specific apps for mobile devices Only time will tell, but considering the popularity of said devices, and how people like to view their stuff on-the-go, you shouldn’t be surprised if more and more talent take to their own custom applications.
So, will you be a “bro” and check out the application
Source: Variety
