Author: Jess Barnes
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Sling TV is Free for New and Returning Customers Through March 15
If you’ve been thinking about trying Sling TV out for the first time or if you’re a former subscriber and considering coming back to Sling TV, the streaming service is making it easier. New and returning customers who sign up between today and March 15th will be able to watch Sling Orange and Sling Blue…
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Free Streaming Service XUMO Adds Two New Channels
XUMO has announced that two new channels are being added to its lineup. The free, ad-supported streaming service is adding FREE Documentaries and Laugh In to its collection this week. Here’s how XUMO describes these two new channels. FREE Documentaries: Bringing a wide array of documentaries to our viewers, the channel currently highlights female-centric documentaries to…
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YouTube TV is Only Offering RSNs in Select Areas
Yesterday, YouTube TV removed some Fox regional sports networks and the YES Network from their live TV streaming lineup. The channels removed included Yes Network, Fox Sports Prime Ticket, and Fox Sports West. Many subscribers were happy to not see their local Fox sports channel on the list. However, reports quickly started to come in…
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CBS Launches CBSN Pittsburgh for Live News Coverage
CBS Television Stations and CBS Interactive announced today the launch of CBSN Pittsburgh. This is the eighth local streaming news services of the 13 planned to launch across the country. CBSN Pittsburgh features anchored programming, coverage of live breaking news events in the region, as well as an extensive library of local news content that…
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Samsung Launches 2020 QLED TV Line with 4K and 8K Options
Today, Samsung announced the launch of its new and expanded 2020 line of QLED 4K and 8K TV models, already available for purchase or pre-order on Samsung.com. The line includes larger screen sizes, more 8K options, improved picture quality, and a dynamic sound experience. “Our 2020 QLED line is the best of all worlds. With…
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Pluto TV Launches a New Ad Campaign After Their Rebranding
Earlier this week, we shared the news of Pluto TV’s rebranding. Changes were made to the free streaming service’s look, features, and user experience. Now, Pluto TV is showing off its new look and trying to solidify its spot at the top of the list of ad-supported services with a new ad campaign. Wall Street…
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Disney+ Will Be Available on Fire TV in the UK
Amazon has announced that Disney+ will be available on Fire TV devices when the service launches in the UK on March 24th. Fire TV users will be able to use Alexa and their Alexa Voice Remote included with Fire TVs, Fire TV Cubes with built-in Alexa, or paired Echo devices to search with voice commands.…
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Sky Announces Premium Package Including Netflix for UK Subscribers
Satellite TV provider Sky announced today that it will be offering a new premium content package for subscribers. The package will include Netflix, along with “Catch-Up TV,” BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, ”All 4,” apps like YouTube and Spotify, and more. Sky Ultimate TV will be available on Sky Q as a £25 ($36) per month…
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Court TV Will Cover the Robert Durst Trial Beginning Today
Court TV has just announced that it will be providing coverage of the Robert Durst trial, beginning today. Court TV will air opening statements, closing arguments and the verdict, with on-going reports of the camera-less testimony and the trial’s most significant events. Many will recognize the name and may already be familiar with the story…
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Comcast’s Antitrust Case with Viamedia Goes to Trial
Digital ad platform Viamedia has released a statement saying that they will be moving forward with an antitrust lawsuit with Comcast. The case was previously dismissed by a district court. Viamedia appealed and the decision was reversed, meaning that the case will no be presented to a jury. Viamedia claims that Comcast violated antitrust laws…