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Cable & Streaming Subscribers Will Get Access to the New ESPN App
There’s good news for cable and live TV streaming customers who are interested in the new ESPN app. Pay TV customers – both cable customers including those using Comcast, Spectrum, and DIRECTV and those subscribed to live TV streaming services – will be able to use their credentials to login to the new app when…
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The “Netflix Effect” Has Turned Story-First Sports Docs into Streaming Blockbusters, Analyst Says
As the streaming landscape evolves, sports broadcasts are no longer limited to live games and highlight reels. A new wave of documentary-style series is bringing emotional storytelling, in-depth character arcs, and cinematic production values to the forefront. This has been dubbed as the “Netflix Effect” by Sports Analyst Joerg Nottebaum from McLuck. According to McLuck’s analysis,…
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Save Up To 20% on Fire Sticks, Kindles, and More with Amazon’s Trade-In Program
Amazon is making it easier than ever to upgrade your devices and save money in the process. The Amazon Trade-In Program lets you turn in your used electronics for Amazon.com Gift Cards and, in many cases, get 20% off of a new Amazon device. Whether you’re swapping out an old Fire TV Stick, Kindle, or…
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Google Confirms Data Breach
In a troubling development for Google, the tech giant confirmed late Tuesday that hackers breached one of its Salesforce database systems, compromising customer information. The breach, detailed in a blog post by Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, targeted a database used to store contact information and related notes for small and medium-sized businesses. The hacking group…
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Disney is Considering Partnering with Other Sports Services for Streaming Bundles
With the release of its quarterly financial report and call Wednesday morning, Disney has been sharing information about its future with streaming. We’ve already learned that Disney will phase out Hulu and combine the service with Disney+, and that ESPN will become the streaming home of every WWE Premium Live Event. Now, we’re learning more…
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32 Years Ago Today The Final Episode of “Perfect Strangers” Airs on ABC, Marking the End of a Beloved Sitcom Era
Today marks the 32nd anniversary of the final episode of the iconic sitcom Perfect Strangers, which aired on August 6, 1993, on ABC, closing the curtain on a show that brought laughter and heart to millions of viewers. The series, known for its humorous take on cultural clashes and the power of friendship, left an…
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Howard Stern’s Iconic Radio Show Could Soon Come to an End
After a remarkable 20-year run on SiriusXM, “The Howard Stern Show” may be nearing its final broadcast, sources close to the matter told The U.S. Sun. With Howard Stern’s lucrative contract set to expire this fall, reportedly insiders claim SiriusXM is unwilling to meet the radio legend’s salary demands, potentially signaling the end of an…
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Fubo Adds Free ESPN+ and Launches New Customer Promotion
In a significant boost for sports streaming enthusiasts, Fubo has announced that subscribers to any of its English-language base plans, including Pro and Elite, as well as legacy plans that include ESPN’s linear channel, now have seamless access to ESPN+ content. This exciting development allows Fubo customers to dive into a broader range of sports…
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ESPN Steps Into the Ring: DTC App Gets Exclusive WWE PLE Streaming Rights in the United States
ESPN and WWE have partnered up to redefine how American fans experience pro-wrestling’s biggest events. Beginning in 2026, as part of a new landmark media rights agreement, ESPN platforms—including the forthcoming ESPN direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service—will become the exclusive U.S. home for every WWE Premium Live Event (PLE), from Royal Rumble to the Show of…
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Hulu to Shut Down in the U.S. and Combine with Disney+
Hulu will be shutting down in the United States and the streaming service will be integrated into the Disney+ app. The new combined app will be available in 2026, according to parent company Disney in its quarterly earnings report Wednesday morning. While the Hulu app will no longer be available for U.S. users, Hulu will…
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Deal Alert! Bose SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) Bluetooth Speaker Drops to Just $129
Today Bose slashes the price of its acclaimed SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker (2nd Gen) to just $129, down from its regular $149 price tag. This $20 discount—representing a 13% savings—marks one of the steepest reductions seen on the recently released second-generation model since its debut in September 2024. Available now at major retailers like…
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ESPN’s New Unlimited Streaming Service Gets a Launch Date
In a bold step toward redefining how sports fans consume their favorite content, ESPN has announced the launch of its highly anticipated direct-to-consumer streaming service, ESPN Unlimited, slated to debut on Thursday, August 21, 2025. This new platform promises to deliver the full breadth of ESPN’s sports programming through a revamped ESPN App, offering fans…
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DISH to Shut Down DISH Music Service, Ending a Unique Subscriber Perk
Update: A DISH spokesperson gave this statement to Cord Cutters News: “We’re discontinuing the Dish Music App on August 27, 2025, due to our partner ending 3rd party support for the platform that the app relies on. Since the app was free and had limited usage, we do not expect this change to affect our…
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ESPN Officially Buys NFL Network, NFL Redzone, and Key Media Assets in Landmark Deal with NFL
In a major move for sports media, ESPN, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, and the National Football League (NFL) announced today a non-binding agreement that will see ESPN acquire the NFL Network, the NFL’s linear RedZone Channel, and NFL Fantasy in exchange for a 10% equity stake in ESPN. Alongside this acquisition, a…
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Star Wars: A New Hope Returns to Theaters for 50th Anniversary Celebration
In a galaxy not so far away, moviegoers are in for a nostalgic treat as Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope prepares to return to theaters on April 30, 2027, just in time for its 50th anniversary. Disney, the current steward of Lucasfilm, announced the rerelease, sparking excitement among fans eager to hear…
