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The Death of DVDs? They May Soon Join VHS Tapes in the Bygone Media Graveyard
It’s been a rough year for DVDs and Blu-Rays. Over the years, mass viewer migration to streaming services has sent physical disc sales into a downward spiral. In August, trade association DEG: Digital Entertainment Group reported that U.S. physical media revenue fell from $1.5 billion in the first half of 2022 to $754 million in…
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Deal Alert! Anker’s USB-C 24,000mAh 140W Power Bank is On Sale For $50 Off Today
Did you miss out on Anker’s big Prime Day event? Do you need a portable battery that can charge your phone, laptop, tablet, and more? This 140W USB-C charger is a great option for anyone who wants to make sure they can keep their devices going even when they are not near a plug. The…
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FCC Has A New Plan To Stop Robocalls
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission signed an agreement with Singapore regulators to work together to crack down on robocalls conducted internationally. The FCC’s Memorandum of Understanding with Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority is intended to strengthen cross-border efforts to put a stop to unsolicited and illegal communications, including scam calls. The MOU makes it easier…
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Netflix is Ending Support For Some Older Blu-ray Players, Game Systems, Smart TVs, & More
Cord cutting is continuing to grow from its early days, but some early streaming players are starting to show their ages. Back in 2007, Netflix started to stream movies and TV shows online, which means the earliest devices that supported Netflix streaming are now almost 16 years old. Now as these devices show their age,…
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Roku OS 12.5 Makes Finding Free Movies & TV Shows On Pluto TV, Tubi, & Xumo Play Easier on Roku TVs & Players
The Roku’s 12.5 update is rolling out to owners of Roku TVs along with Roku Players, and maybe one of the best features wasn’t announced when they started rolling it out. Now, on your Roku Home screen, you will find Roku recommending content from Pluto TV, Tubi, and Xumo Play alongside The Roku Channel. This…
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Dish & Sling TV Sue The BBC’s BritBox Streaming Service Over Patents Infringement As It Also Sues Vidgo & Fubo
Dish Network and its streaming service Sling TV have recently aggressively started to target streaming services that it believes are infringing on its patents. Now you can add the BBC and ITV’s BritBox streaming service to the list of services it believes to be infringing on its streaming patents. According to the lawsuit filed in…
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MobileX CEO and His ‘$4.08’ Plan Are on a Mission to Change How You Pay For 5G Wireless Service
MobileX CEO Peter Adderton doesn’t mince words when he talks about how people are when it comes to choosing their wireless plans. “Consumers are dumb,” said Adderton, adding that carriers have convinced them they need overpriced unlimited data plans in case they go over their limit. “They never go over.” Adderton knows a thing or…
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Netflix Reportedly Plans To Open Physical Stores With Themed Food, Meet-and-Greets, and Merch
Video rental stores were once a bright spot for families after a long week, but the meteoric rise in streaming service popularity resulted in brick-and-mortar shops shutting down. Now it looks like we’ve come full circle. Netflix aims to get viewers off the couch with physical “experience” stores, the first of which are set to…
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The CW Is Growing Its Free Streaming Service in Partnership With FilmRise
Today, FilmRise and The CW announced a deal to bring over 1,500 hours of content to The CW’s free streaming service on the CW App. This comes as Nexstar the owner of The CW, is hoping to grow its free ad-supported streaming service. The two companies said this deal will include 429 episodes across 11…
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Here is Everything Coming to Chicken Soup for the Soul Streaming in October 2023
Here is everything coming to the Free streaming service Chicken Soup for the Soul in October 2023. You can find these new titles and many more by visiting Chicken Soup for the Soul or by downloading the Free app to your mobile, tablet, laptop, or connected TV. October 1 Love Amongst the Stars – Chicken…
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Court TV Debuts New True-Crime Trial Series
Court TV is debuting a new original series that gives audiences a look inside some of the high-stakes trials, capturing true-crime fans’ attention. Victim to Verdict with Ted Rowlands is an original series highlighting recent cases that shocked the nation. Ted Rowlands is a Court TV anchor and veteran true-crime journalist. He guides audiences through…
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Deal Alert! Anker’s USB-C 65W Wall Is On Sale For Just $37.99
Have you been wanting a USB-C charger that can charge everything at once? Did you miss out on Prime Day? Want a new charger that can max charge your new iPhone 15? Right now, the best USB-C wall charger I have tested for phones, Android, laptops, and more is on sale for just $37.99 with…
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How to Watch Rangers vs. Astros in the ALCS, 2023 MLB Playoffs Without Cable TV
All eyes will be on the Lone Star Series aka the Silver Boot Series during the 2023 ALCS when the Houston Astros take on the Texas Rangers. The Astros are the reigning and defending World Series champions and they sealed their seventh consecutive berth in the ALCS after closing out the Twins in a five-game…
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The Recap: T-Mobile’s Forced Migration, FCC’s Blackout Rebate Proposal and More
The Federal Communications Commission had a particularly busy week, but T-Mobile has to take the cake for the biggest story of the week – even if it’s one that its customers aren’t going to be thrilled about. As always, there was a lot going on in the world of cord cutting. But that’s why The…
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Local Now Tops 500 Free Live TV Channels & 20,000 On-Demand Titles, Making it One of The Largest Free Streaming Services
The battle to be the biggest and best free streaming service is heating up. Recently Local Now topped 500 free live TV channels making it one of the largest free streaming services for cord cutters when looking at the number of free live channels. Recently Local Now told Cord Cutters News that the average viewer…
