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Qube (stylized QUBE) was an experimental two-way, multi-programmed cable television system that played a significant role in the history of American interactive television. It was launched in Columbus, Ohio, on 1 December 1977.
Mar 30, 2022 · Forty-five years ago, a new cable TV service called QUBE launched in Columbus, Ohio. It offered an unheard-of 30 channels and a remote control that let viewers interact with local shows in real-time. Though QUBE was short-lived, it was a launching pad for programming on MTV, Nickelodeon, home-shopping on QVC, and pay-per-view television.
This is a compilation of local and national coverage on QUBE, and a compilation of QUBE shows, mainly 'Celebration'. QUBE is a defunct experimental two-way, multi-programmed cable...
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Jun 26, 2018 · QUBE Interactive Television History: It Came From Columbus. That '70s Interactive TV. The story of Columbus, Ohio’s own QUBE Interactive Television, which—beyond breaking ground for cable TV—was social media for the ’70s, for good and bad. By Chris Tonn Jun 26, 2018.
Mar 25, 2019 · Called "Qube," the innovative, interactive cable system allowed subscribers to participate in game shows, order movies, choose music videos and more. Qube didn't last (it ended in 1984), but programs on the service laid the foundation for such television breakthroughs as MTV and Nickelodeon.
Oct 25, 2021 · ENTERTAINMENT. QUBE interactive TV revolutionized the industry. By Tonya Charles Columbus. UPDATED 1:00 PM ET Dec. 29, 2022. COLUMBUS, Ohio — In 1977, the interactive television service, QUBE, debuted in Columbus, Ohio. The experimental cable system offered 30 themed channels, including sports and children's programming.
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Jan 2, 2023 · What You Need To Know. QUBE was an interactive cable experiment produced in Columbus, Ohio, 1977-1984. Several shows developed for QUBE later became channels, including MTV and Nickelodeon. Viewers at home could “touch in” and vote on everything from quiz shows to baby names during live shows.
