Author: Luke Bouma
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A DIRECTV And DISH Merger Could Be Back On As Dish’s Spectrum Sale to AT&T Changes Everything
Last week a $23 billion deal between AT&T and DISH’s parent company EchoStar Corporation agreed to sell off valuable wireless spectrum licenses has reignited speculation about a long-dormant merger between satellite TV giants DirecTV and DISH Network. The transaction, announced earlier this week, marks a pivotal retreat for EchoStar—controlled by billionaire founder Charlie Ergen—from its…
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I Have Been Using a Roku for Over 10 Years & Here Are My Top 5 Pro Tips for Roku Player & Roku TV Owners
Roku dominates the U.S. streaming media player market, but many users are only scratching the surface of its capabilities. As a longtime Roku enthusiast, I’m excited to share five tips and tricks to elevate your streaming experience. 1. Take Control with Parental Controls Keep your kids safe and manage their viewing habits with Roku’s Parental…
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Frndly TV vs. Comcast’s Now TV vs. Philo What is The Best Budget Live TV Streaming Service?
Do you want live TV but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for it? Don’t care about live sports? Right now, three of the cheapest options for live TV are Comcast’s Now TV, Philo, and Frndly TV. All are budget-friendly options that can help you save money. With the price of services…
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Nokia Sues Paramount Over Video Streaming Patent Infringement
Last week Nokia filed a lawsuit against Paramount in Delaware federal court, alleging that the entertainment company’s streaming services infringe on several of Nokia’s patents related to video streaming technology. The complaint, made public on Friday, marks the latest in a series of legal actions by Nokia to protect its intellectual property in the rapidly…
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5 Pro Cord Cutting Tips from a Cord Cutting Expert – Updated
Cord cutting can be scary as it is changing rapidly, but it is easier than you think! Cord cutting is a bit like buying a new car. It works like your old car, but everything is slightly different. The radio offers the same channels, but it controls them differently. You can get the same content,…
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61 Years Ago Today “Mary Poppins” Premiered in Hollywood, Captivating Audiences and Earning Five Oscars
Sixty-one years ago today, on August 27, 1964, Walt Disney’s enchanting musical film Mary Poppins premiered at the iconic Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Directed by Robert Stevenson and featuring the unforgettable performances of Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, the film, with its memorable songs by the Sherman Brothers, became a cultural…
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YouTube TV Secures Last-Minute Deal with Fox to Retain Key Channels Amid High-Stakes Negotiations
In a dramatic eleventh-hour development, YouTube TV has reached an agreement with Fox Corporation to continue carrying the media giant’s suite of channels, averting a potential blackout that loomed just hours ago. The deal ensures that subscribers will maintain access to essential Fox-owned networks, including FS1 for sports programming, Fox News and Fox Business for…
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YouTube TV is Adding One America News Network (OAN)
One America News (OAN) and A Wealth of Entertainment (AWE), will become available on YouTube TV in the fourth quarter of 2025. This development will provide YouTube TV subscribers across the United States with access to expanded news and entertainment options. OAN will deliver 16 hours of live, breaking news coverage each weekday, focusing on…
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Pluto TV is Adding Exclusive Free Access to Popular CBS Shows For a Limited Time
In a move to promote CBS’s fall primetime schedule, Pluto TV, a leading free streaming television service, has partnered with CBS to launch its most extensive full-season promotional preview campaign to date. Starting in September, viewers can access the recently concluded full seasons of six acclaimed CBS Original series at no cost for a limited…
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Amazon Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Misleading “Buy” Option for Digital Media
In a growing controversy over digital media purchases, a proposed class action lawsuit filed on Friday in Washington federal court accuses Amazon of misleading consumers by advertising digital movie and TV show transactions as “purchases” when they are, in fact, limited-time licenses. The lawsuit claims that Amazon’s practices constitute a “bait and switch,” leaving buyers…