Author: Jess Barnes
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You Can No Longer Use an Amazon Game Controller with Amazon Fire TVs 3rd Gen & Cube
With the latest 6.2.5.3 update from Third Generation Amazon Fire TVs, users will no longer be able to use the Amazon game controller with their televisions. Those with a Fire TV 3, which used to be compatible with the controller, are now reporting that the device shows that the controller can’t be found. Users are…
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Hulu Looks Back on a Year of Live Sports
July marked one year since Hulu started streaming live sports, and the company is celebrating by sharing some of the highlights of their viewers’ year of watching their favorite teams. Here’s what Hulu has to say about the viewing habits of sports fans this year. Sports have made it to the top of the list…
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BritBox Hits 400,000 Subscribers
At this week’s IBC Conference for media, entertainment, and technology, BritBox exec Tim Davie announced that the streaming service has passed the 400,000 subscriber mark. This news comes just six months after we announced BritBox reaching 250,000 subscribers in March of this year. Davies went on to tell the IBC Conference crowd that he plans…
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Microsoft Expands Internet Access to Rural Areas
Residents of rural areas in South Dakota will soon be benefiting from access to broadband internet services. To make the move toward offering service, Microsoft has partnered with Network Business Systems. On Thursday, the two companies announced their partnership in an effort to bring internet service to around 126,700 residents in rural communities throughout Iowa,…
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The Ultimate Guide to XUMO (A Free Cord Cutting Streaming Service)
We’ve talked about some free streaming services in the past, like Pluto TV, CW and CW Seed, and Crackle. Today we’re talking about one more free service – XUMO. The Basics There are many streaming services, and nearly every category seems to be covered – from prime time TV to niche services for every genre.…
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PBS Masterpiece is Now on Amazon Prime Channels
PBS Masterpiece has been bringing dramas, romances, mysteries, and epic miniseries to viewers since 1971. Now, with the PBS Masterpiece channel on Amazon Prime Channels, you can keep up with your favorite series or turn on a feel good movie. Below, we’re looking at what the PBS Masterpiece channel has to offer. About PBS Masterpiece…
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The Ultimate Guide to PlayStation Vue (Updated August 2018)
Recently PlayStation Vue added over 200 live locals. With so many new locals we thought it would be a great time to update our PlayStation Vue guide. The Basics PlayStation Vue is a live TV streaming service from Sony, available in the United States. Users can use the monthly subscription to stream live TV, record…
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Which Roku is Right For You? We Break Them Down to Help You Pick The Right Roku Streaming Player (Updated August 2018)
Roku has recently made some updates that will give cord cutters access to more free and easily accessible content. Whether you’re using a Roku device, or want to watch online without a device, we’re showing you how, below. Roku Features Roku is one of the most used services for cord cutters. With a range of…
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The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Prime for Cord Cutters
Amazon Prime has much more to offer than just free two day shipping. With a huge content library and exclusive content, Amazon Prime Video is a platform that cord cutters shouldn’t overlook. Below, we’re looking at Prime Video and other Prime features that make a subscription worth it for cord cutters. Amazon’s Content Library The…
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How to Save Money on Home Phone With Cord Cutting
While more than 50 percent of households in the US are now using cell phones instead of landlines, there are other options for a dedicated home number. We’re looking at 3 of them in today’s post. What is a VoIP Phone System? VoIP stands for Voice Over Internet Protocol. A VoIP system allows you to…