Cox Communications Launches Movies-On-Demand Service in San Diego.

Business Editors

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2000

Launch marks Cox's first commercial deployment of

next-generation broadband services

Cox Communications, Inc. (NYSE: COX) today announced its initial deployment of Movies-On-Demand (MOD) service for selected customers in San Diego.

This deployment is Cox's first commercial launch of Movies-On-Demand, and significantly strengthens the company's position as a premiere provider of video, voice and data services.

Cox's MOD service features hundreds of titles, including hit theatrical comedies, dramas, and action/thrillers, as well as recent Hollywood classics. Customers will be able to order and instantly view movies, and will be able to pause, fast-forward and rewind movies by using their remote controls and existing digital set-top boxes.

"We've been aggressively working to deploy next-generation broadband services for our customers. Introducing Movies-On-Demand allows us to further leverage our advanced broadband network, and greatly enhances our customers' television viewing experience," said Jim Robbins, President & CEO of Cox Communications. "We look forward to continuing to introduce services that will bring more choice and control to the lives of our customers."

Cox's MOD service provides a 24-hour viewing window for movie purchases, allowing customers to view movies instantly or watch them at a later time. Current hit movie titles cost $3.95, with classic library titles ranging from $1.95 to $2.95.

"MOD gives us a strong competitive edge because it allows us to provide an enhanced video viewing experience at a very low cost," Robbins added. "In addition, our customers won't have to leave home in order to enjoy great movies. They can order high-quality digital movies right from the comfort of their living room sofa, can utilize the same functions featured on a VCR, and don't have to return a tape to the video store after viewing."

Cox's MOD service in San Diego utilizes the Explorer 2000 set-top box developed by Scientific-Atlanta, as well as hardware and software provided by Concurrent Computer Corporation. Movie content is provided by iN DEMAND.

Cox has recently begun installation of MOD in Phoenix, and plans to launch the service in this market and other markets throughout 2001.

Cox Communications serves approximately 6.2 million customers nationwide, making it the nation's fifth largest cable television company. A full-service provider of telecommunications products, Cox offers an array of services, including Cox Cable; local and long distance telephone services under the Cox Digital Telephone brand; high-speed Internet access under the brands Cox@Home, Road Runner and Cox Express; advanced digital video programming services under the Cox Digital Cable brand; and commercial voice and data services via Cox Business Services. Cox is an investor in telecommunications companies including Sprint PCS and Excite@Home, as well as programming networks including Discovery Channel, The Learning Channel, Outdoor Life and Speedvision. More information about Cox Communications can be accessed on the Internet at www.cox.com.