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FCC Proposes New Rules to Bolster Reliability and Interoperability of Next Generation 911 Networks
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) took a significant step toward modernizing the nation’s emergency response infrastructure on March 27, 2025, by proposing new rules to ensure the reliability and interoperability of Next Generation 911 (NG911) networks. As the U.S. transitions from legacy 911 systems to advanced Internet Protocol (IP)-based technology, the FCC aims to safeguard…
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DIRECTV’s $34.99 MyEntertainment Package Now Includes Max For Free & More Local Channels In Its News & Sports Packages
As Major League Baseball kicks off its 2025 season today, March 27, DIRECTV is stepping up to the plate with a slew of updates that solidify its position as the leading provider of local baseball coverage among major providers. The company announced a series of enhancements to its Genre Packs, adding new streaming services and…
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HP Laptop With 1TB & 4-Core AMD Has Its Price Slashed to $382.49 in Spring Sale, Offering High Performance for Home and Work
In a timely deal for tech shoppers, the HP 255 G10 Laptop—touted for its balance of business-ready features and entertainment capabilities—is now on sale for $382.49, down from its original price of $599.99. The announcement, made on March 27, 2025, comes as retailers gear up for spring promotions, and this 36% discount makes the laptop…
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A New Google TV Streaming Player Has Been Announced From Xiaomi
Xiaomi has officially announced its latest streaming device, the Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen), a Google TV-powered player promising enhanced performance and premium viewing features, as announced on the company’s website this week. While the reveal has sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts—as a potential to rival Chromecast and Fire TV—the device is not yet…
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Roku Is More Popular Than Fire TVs & Apple TVs Combined With Cord Cutters According to New Survey
Roku has solidified its dominance in the streaming device market, emerging as the top choice among cord cutters in a recent survey of over 1,900 readers conducted by Cord Cutters News. The survey, which allowed participants to select all devices used in their households, revealed that 64% of respondents use a Roku, surpassing the combined…
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Deal Alert! Amazon’s Spend $50, Get $15 Credit On Every Day Needs Is Back With New Items
Amazon has brought back its popular “Spend $50, Get $15 Credit” deal, refreshing the promotion with an updated lineup of qualifying everyday essentials. The deal, which encourages shoppers to stock up on household staples like trash bags, toilet paper, soap, detergent, and paper plates, now features new items but requires users to claim it through…
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DirecTV Joins The Fight to Scan Social Media to Stop Piracy
The International Broadcaster Coalition Against Piracy (IBCAP) today announced that DirecTV, as its newest member, signaling a significant expansion in its anti-piracy mission. While IBCAP has long focused on protecting multicultural video content, DirecTV’s inclusion ushers in a broader scope, aiming to tackle the rising piracy of mainstream American programming, including general entertainment, sports, and…
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Amazon Announce New Fire TV Smart TVs From Hisense Up To 100″
Hisense and Amazon Fire TV have announced a new collaboration to release a range of smart TVs with Fire TV built-in, set to be available for pre-order in the U.S. starting March 27, 2025, with launches in Mexico and Canada to follow in the coming months. The partnership, revealed on March 26, 2025, at 3:15…
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YouTube Revamps Shorts View Counts Starting March 31, Introduces Dual Metrics
SAN BRUNO, CA — YouTube is shaking up how it tallies views for its Shorts platform, effective March 31, 2025, as announced by CEO Neal Mohan on X at today. In a move aimed at better reflecting viewer engagement, Shorts views will now count every time a Short starts to play or replays, with no…
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YouTube TV Slashes Price to $69.99 for First 6 Months in Limited-Time Deal
YouTube TV, a leading live TV streaming service, has rolled out a compelling offer for new subscribers: $69.99 per month for the first six months, down from its standard $82.99 rate, saving users $78 over the promotional period. Announced earlier this year, this deal runs through March 31, 2025, giving cord-cutters just days to lock…