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NBC Sports FAST Channel Rebrands as “NBC Sports NOW” with 24/7 Programming and Live Events
NBC Sports is doubling down on free streaming content with the rebranding of its FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) channel to NBC Sports NOW. Announced today, the revamped platform offers around-the-clock sports programming, including daily talk shows, live events, content marathons, and a brand-new highlight series. All-Day Access to Premium Sports Content NBC Sports NOW is…
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Study: More Viewers Are Embracing Ad-Supported Streaming If It’s Cheaper
In a significant shift, TV viewers are becoming more accepting of advertisements, especially when it means lower subscription costs. According to a recent report in TV Technology, from a Hub Research study, titled “TV Advertising: Fact vs. Fiction,” the resistance to ads is waning as more ad-supported programming options become available. The Rise of Ad-Supported…
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Game Over: Venu Sports is No More
In a surprising development, the much-anticipated launch of Venu Sports has been officially canceled. This joint venture between ESPN, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox was set to revolutionize sports streaming by bringing popular leagues like the MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, college sports, PGA Tour, and more under one digital roof. However, a joint statement from…
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What’s New This Week on MAX For The Week of January 6, 2025
We’re rolling into 2025 and MAX has you covered with new content as week two comes into play. Here are all the new titles hitting the streamer as of January 6… January 6th January 7th January 8th January 9th January 10th January 11th January 12th
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ESPN Sees Primetime Viewership Drop in 2024, Raising Questions About Future of Sports TV
ESPN, the self-proclaimed “Worldwide Leader in Sports,” experienced a slight decline in primetime viewership in 2024, averaging 1.674 million viewers, a 2% drop from the previous year. This dip, while relatively small, comes amidst a broader trend of declining viewership across traditional television, raising questions about the future of sports broadcasting in an increasingly fragmented…
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YouTube TV is Now Available in More Cars and SUVs
YouTube TV is expanding its reach beyond the living room and into the backseats of cars and SUVs, thanks to growing integration with Amazon’s Fire TV operating system. The popular streaming service is now available in a wider range of vehicles equipped with Fire TV-powered entertainment systems, bringing live television and on-demand content to passengers…
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How to Watch Penn State vs. Notre Dame – 2025 College Football Playoffs Live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV & More on January 9
The College Football Playoffs continue tonight when No. 6 Penn State Nittany Lions take on No. 7 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the 2025 Orange Bowl live on ESPN. Heading into tonight’s game in Miami, Penn State sits at 13-2 and is coming off big playoff wins against SMU and Boise State. For Notre Dame,…
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Max Expands HBO Live Channels to More Subscribers
In a big shift to a more traditional TV experience, many Max subscribers will notice that they’ll have a live feed of HBO programming today. Back in December, it was reported that Warner Bros. Discovery was testing 24/7 linear channels on Max, which would mirror programming found on traditional HBO linear channels. At the time,…
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Another Cable TV Network is Shutting Down in 2025, This Time It’s a Kids Network
A major shakeup is happening to one of NBCUniversal’s linear channels. Universal Kids, a channel focused on children’s programming is shutting down later this year. Cord Cutters News first learned that it will reportedly shut down on March 6, 2025, which is the day it’s also being removed from Spectrum TV. Launched in 2005 as…
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Boost Mobile and Liberty Tax Partner to Bring Savings This Tax Season
Boost Mobile and Liberty Tax are joining forces to bring unbeatable savings to customers during tax season and beyond. From discounted tax filing services to exclusive deals on Boost Mobile plans and devices, this collaboration ensures savings all around. Key Offers: Exclusive Sweepstakes: Boost Mobile is offering customers a chance to double their tax refund—up…
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Apple TV+ and MLS Unveil Trailer for Upcoming Docuseries Onside: Major League Soccer
On Thursday, January 9, Apple TV+ and Major League Soccer (MLS)debuted the official trailer for their much-anticipated eight-part documentary event, Onside: Major League Soccer. The announcement gave fans their first look at what promises to be a groundbreaking deep dive into the heart of MLS: Produced by the acclaimed sports documentary team at Box to…
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“Holes” TV Series Ordered to Pilot at Disney+
Disney+ is officially revisiting the beloved world of Holes, with a TV series adaptation now in development. As reported by Variety, the streaming giant has picked up a pilot for the series based on Louis Sachar’s iconic 1998 book, which inspired the popular 2003 movie. The announcement, reported exclusively by Variety, promises a fresh take…
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“3rd Rock From the Sun” Celebrates 29 Years of Intergalactic Laughter
It’s been 29 years since a quirky quartet of aliens crash-landed into our living rooms and hearts. On January 8, 1996, NBC premiered “3rd Rock From the Sun,” a sitcom that boldly went where no sitcom had gone before – exploring the absurdities of human life through the eyes of extraterrestrial visitors. The show, created…
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Prime Video Scores Big on Cricket with Willow Sports FAST Channel Launch
Prime Video’s sports portfolio is expanding with the launch of Willow Sports, the Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel from Willow, and its add-on subscription, Willow.tv. The pair will give fans access to both premium subscription content and free live cricket. Just in time for the launch, viewers can watch the ICC U19 Women’s T20…
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Disney+ is Improving Its Image Quality With HDR10+ Support
Disney+ has announced its adoption of HDR10+, the cutting-edge high dynamic range (HDR) technology that promises a more immersive and visually stunning viewing experience. This move places Disney+ amongst a growing number of major streaming services embracing HDR10+, including Prime Video, Paramount+, YouTube, Hulu, and Apple TV+. The announcement was made at a CES 2025…
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