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MLS Commissioner Defends Apple TV Deal: “Critics Don’t Get It Yet”
Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber is doubling down on the league’s bold, and at times controversial, media-rights partnership with Apple. Speaking at Front Office Sports’ Huddle in the Hamptons event, Garber addressed skepticism around the 10-year, $2.5 billion streaming deal, calling out critics who, in his words, “just don’t get it yet,” according to…
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The Price of the Nintendo Switch 1 Just Increased by $40
The first model of the Nintendo Switch was released in 2017 with a price tag of $299.99, and that price stayed the same until August 3 when it was increased by $40 to $339.99 at the Nintendo Store and other retailers, including Amazon and Target. The Switch OLED price is also increasing from $349.99 to $399.99,…
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Amazon Cuts Over 100 Jobs and Reorganizes Audio Divisions
In a significant restructuring move, Amazon has overhauled its audio divisions, resulting in the layoff of more than 100 employees and a dramatic reduction in the scope of its Wondery podcast studio. The strategic shift, first reported by Bloomberg, includes the departure of Wondery CEO Jen Sargent. Marshall Lewy, Wondery’s head of content, will transition…
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FCC Chairman Urges Dish To Sell Some Of Its Spectrum That It’s “Not Putting to the Best Use”
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has issued what Bloomberg reports as a “best and final” offer to Dish’s parent company EchoStar’s Chairman Charlie Ergen, urging the company to sell its AWS-4 spectrum holdings, according to a report published Wednesday. While the specifics remain unclear, it is uncertain whether Carr’s proposal demands a full or partial divestiture…
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Disney’s Aggressive Crackdown on AI Moves to The White House
In a bold move to safeguard its iconic intellectual property, Disney is intensifying its efforts to combat the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) by tech giants, signaling a new chapter in its storied history of protecting its creative empire. According to sources familiar with the matter, Disney CEO Bob Iger and General Counsel Horacio Gutierrez…
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Unreal Deal: Save Over $500 on This Wireless HDMI Transmitter
Cut the cord…keep the quality. This 2025-upgraded Hydrflow Wireless HDMI Transmitter and Receiver is now just $97.51, down from a jaw-dropping list price of $666.99. That’s an 85% savings for a lag-free 1080p streaming setup with 4K decode capabilities. There’s no app, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth setup required. Stream from your PC, PS5, Mac, iPhone, or…
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FanDuel Sports Network Taps Sports Media Veteran to Strengthen Local Coverage
As the local sports media landscape continues to evolve, in-market RSN powerhouse FanDuel Sports Network (FDSN) is doubling down on regional coverage and fan engagement. On August 25, Damon Phillips will join Main Street Sports Group, FDSN’s parent company, as Executive Vice President of Team Partnerships for the South, Southeast, Florida, and Sun regions. Teams…
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What’s New This Week on Hulu for the Week of August 4, 2025
How’s your August going? Hulu is ready to make it even better. New seasons are all ready to roll across the Hulu service starting on August 4th. Here’s the new stuff you can check out now. August 4 • Outer Banks: Complete Season 4 August 5 • The Rings of Power: Complete Seasons 1–2 August…
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Pluto TV’s Co-Founder is Stepping Down from Pluto and Paramount
Tom Ryan, co-founder of Pluto TV and President & CEO of Paramount Streaming, is leaving the company. In a note to staff Monday, Ryan shared the news, along with his memories of founding Pluto TV and growing Paramount+. The co-founder launched Pluto TV in April 2014. The free streaming service was acquired by Viacom in…
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What’s New This Week on HBO Max for the Week of August 4, 2025
August is underway and HBO Max is loading up your screens with everything good to watch. Here are are all the titles coming to the HBO Max service starting August 4. August 4 • Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (2020)• The Great Food Truck Race: Season 18 — FOOD Network August 5 • Hard Knocks: Training Camp…
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Paramount+ & Peacock Merging Could Be a Reality Now That Paramount & Skydance Merger Will Soon Be Finished – Ask Luke
In a transformative move for the media industry, Paramount Global and Skydance Media have finalized their $8.4 billion merger, a deal that has sparked renewed speculation about a potential joint venture between Paramount+ and Peacock, the streaming platforms of Paramount and Comcast’s NBCUniversal, respectively. The merger, approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on July…
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That Helicopter Flying Over Your House Could Be Amazon Bringing Drone Deliveries To Your Town
In a bold move to revolutionize its delivery logistics, Amazon is reportedly preparing to expand its drone delivery program, with recent activities suggesting a significant scale-up. Over the past few weeks, helicopters have been observed flying in patterns around several of Amazon’s distribution centers, including facilities in Texas, Georgia, and other key locations across the…
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Here is Everything Coming to HBO Max in August 2025
The name may have changed, but HBO Max is still maxing out content. Here are all the new titles coming to HBO Max for August. August 1 • Alien: Covenant• Barbershop (2002)• Barbershop 2: Back in Business• Couples Retreat (2009)• Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul• Enter the Warrior’s Gate• Get a Job…
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Here is Everything Coming to Hulu in August 2025
Gear up for August with a slew of fresh Hulu content. Whether you want classic movies, hit shows, or unique titles, Hulu has you covered. Here is everything coming to the service for the second half of your summer. August 1 • Foundation Forward: Complete Season 1• Kids Diana Show: Greatest Playtime Adventures: Complete Season…
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Here is Everything Coming to Netflix in August 2025
Are you ready to heat up your August playlist with Netflix? The streaming giant has fresh content dropping all month long. Here’s the new titles joining Netflix for the 8th month of 2025. August 1 • My Oxford Year — Netflix Film• Perfect Match: Season 3 — Netflix Series• American Pie• American Pie 2• Anaconda•…
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