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- New name announced on March 16, 2009 at the upfront presentation to advertisors in New YorkTVWeek: Sci Fi Channel Aims to Shed Geeky Image With New Name (March 16, 2009)
- The channel has always felt the name was holding them backTVWeek: Sci Fi Channel Aims to Shed Geeky Image With New Name (March 16, 2009)
- The new name is intended to be less "geeky" and more accessible to a wider viewing audienceTVWeek: Sci Fi Channel Aims to Shed Geeky Image With New Name (March 16, 2009)
- SyFy will launch on July 7The New York Times: Sci Fi Channel Has a New Name: Now, It’s Syfy (March 15, 2009)
- The July 7 launch will coincide with the premiere of the new series Warehouse 13TVWeek: Sci Fi Channel Aims to Shed Geeky Image With New Name (March 16, 2009)
- NBC went through 300 names before deciding on SyFyTV Squad: Sci Fi becomes Syfy... as if that makes a difference (March 16, 2009)
- The new slogan is: Imagine GreaterThe New York Times: Sci Fi Channel Has a New Name: Now, It’s Syfy (March 15, 2009)
- Intends to branch out into new business ventures such as games and publicationsThe New York Times: Sci Fi Channel Has a New Name: Now, It’s Syfy (March 15, 2009)
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On July 7, 2009, the Sci-Fi Channel will be changing its name to SyFy, which is part of a re-branding campaign that will separate the channel from its competitors. The new move allows the network to have trademark rights to its name, and will feature a new slogan, "Imagine Greater," which will replace the old saturn logo
Starting on March 16, 2009, the network begins presentations to advertisers for the upcoming television season. This will last over the course of the month, and will give the network a chance to introduce their new name and image.The New York Times: Sci Fi Channel Has a New Name: Now, It’s Syfy (March 15, 2009)
July 7 Launch
The launch for the new channel is scheduled for July 7, 2009, and will coincide with the premiere of the new series Warehouse 13. The new show is a dramady set in the present day, and takes place in a government facility that stores supernatural objects and mysterious relics. Since the show is intended to reflect the new direction the channel is moving towards, which is intended to be fun and more accessible, it became the perfect opportunity to introduce the channel's new name and branding campaign.TVWeek: Sci Fi Channel Aims to Shed Geeky Image With New Name (March 16, 2009)-
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Why is the Sci-Fi channel changing its name to the SyFy channel? 3 AnswersBecause Sci-fi is short for Science Fiction. Since that network really doesn't do that type of programming any more, what with "monster of the week" horror movi... read more -
When will the next season of Ghost Hunters and GH: International start airing on SyFy and in what time slot? 1 AnswerAccording to the official website, both shows are returning with "All-New Episodes this summer." ''Ghost Hunters'' season 5 starts on June 17 at 9:00 p.m. easte... read more -
Is anyone else grossed out at the fact that Sci Fi is now known as Sy Fy? GROSS! 2 AnswersI wouldn't call it "gross," but I do find it mildly offensive. As a proud sci-fi geek, I don't like it that the executives felt they needed to change the chann... read more -
What is the mailing address for the SyFy channel to send in letters, toy bunnies, ketchup packets and baseballs to save Defying Gravity? 1 AnswerSyFy Head of Programming c/o NBC Universal 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 That is the best address I could find, but the link I provided has a bunch... read more
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Sci Fi orders 'Stargate' spinoff
SGU is nothing but a Soap Opera in Space. Is that what the idiotic executves at SYFY call getting the younger Demograhic? They really blew it by cancelling SGA. The show was getting better and better each epidsode yet they flushed the series.scottydog101 | http://www.thrfeed.com/ Original | Permalink (November 28, 2009 10:06 PM) -
Multiple Choice: Meet The Man Behind America's Famous Families [Eight Is Enough]
@GlitteryUnicorn: I was waiting for a smart retort to that one. It was such a good setup. I was going to go with SyFy but I couldn't be bothered to spell it.ReanimatedHorse | http://jezebel.com/ Original | Permalink (November 28, 2009 10:03 PM) -
Stargate Universe: SGU ratings for first half of Season 1
[...] the last season and actually with the 10 first eps. I know syfy tried to compare SGU premiere with the SGA 4 last seasons [...] new show is finally not the success expected by BW MGM or Syfy and stargate producers forgot what made the success of the franchise.JoeSheppard | http://tvbythenumbers.com/ Original | Permalink (November 28, 2009 08:32 PM) -
Thanksgiving TV Marathon Guide: Saturday
Why the hell did they change their name to SyFy? *smh*Dr. President | http://thepoliticalcarnival.blogspot.com/ Original | Permalink (November 28, 2009 08:00 PM) -
Happy Thanksgiving to all.
I'm also NOT thankful for the new, silly spelling of SiFi by the SyFy Channel.Bear | http://thebrandbuilder.wordpress.com/ Original | Permalink (November 28, 2009 01:47 PM)
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Sci Fi orders 'Stargate' spinoff
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mega shark vs giant octopus is on syfy.
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#MSVGO is on SyFy right now. I can't turn away, even though I've seen the train wreck twice already. Save us Deborah Gibson!
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Syfy is showing the greatest most cinematic masterpiece EVER right now - Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus. GIVE THANKS.
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