Author: Luke Bouma
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Democrat FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks Announces Resignation, Set to Depart This Spring
Federal Communications Commissioner Geoffrey Starks announced on today, his intention to resign from his post this spring, marking the end of a impactful tenure at the FCC. In a statement released today, Starks revealed he had sent a letter to President Trump and Senate Majority Leader, signaling his departure after years of service dedicated to…
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Americans Are Watching Less Traditional TV Like Cable TV Networks & Streaming Services & Spending More Time Watching YouTube
As winter waned into February 2025, Americans followed a familiar seasonal pattern, spending less time glued to their televisions compared to January’s peak viewing period. Yet, amid this predictable dip, streaming services emerged as the standout winner, shrugging off the downturn to claim a record-breaking 43.5% share of total TV viewership—the largest slice of the…
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Peacock Launches In-Market Streaming of NBC Sports Regional Networks, Bringing Live MLB, NBA, and NHL Games to Subscribers
Peacock took a major leap forward in its sports streaming offerings on March 18, 2025, launching in-market add-on subscriptions for NBC Sports Regional Networks. The move grants Peacock Premium and Premium Plus subscribers direct access to live MLB, NBA, and NHL games, alongside comprehensive local sports coverage, through four regional networks: NBC Sports Bay Area,…
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Remembering PlayStation Vue: 10 Years Ago Today It Launched Starting the Live TV Streaming Wars
A decade ago today, on March 18, 2015, Sony Interactive Entertainment took a bold step into the burgeoning market of live TV streaming with the launch of PlayStation Vue, a service that aimed to redefine how consumers watched television. This anniversary marks a moment to reflect on the rise and eventual fall of a service…
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Super Bowl Streaming Surge: Tubi Scores Big, But The Roku Channel Retains Crown As Largest Free Streaming Service
Super Bowl Sunday, a perennial titan of television viewership, once again shattered records, with over 110 billion viewing minutes logged across the day. This year’s event, featuring Super Bowl LIX, saw a record-breaking 127.7 million viewers tuning into FOX’s broadcast, including a significant simulcast on Tubi, FOX’s free streaming service. While Tubi experienced a massive…
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Google Nest WiFi Pro 6E System Mesh Router Price Drops to $319.99
In a welcome move for consumers seeking to upgrade their home networking, the Google Nest WiFi Pro 6E mesh router system is now available at a significantly reduced price. The 3-pack, designed to provide seamless, whole-home Wi-Fi 6E coverage, can now be obtained for just $319.99 down from $399.99, marking a substantial saving for those…
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The Roku Channel Adds 5 New Free New Live Channels Including
The Roku Channel, the free, ad-supported streaming service from Roku, Inc., has expanded its offerings with the addition of five new channels, announced on March 18, 2025. This latest move enhances the platform’s already robust catalog of over 500 live linear channels, catering to a wide range of viewers from sports enthusiasts to game show…
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Roku Tests Full Screen Home Screen Video Ads Before You Can Use Your Roku
Update: Roku reached out to Cord Cutters News to say these ads are skippable. Earlier reports from readers and on Reddit said they couldn’t not be skipped. Roku says there is a close option on these ads that will let you imideitialy exit the ad when it starts. Here is the original story: Over the…
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Google Pixel Buds A-Series Drop to $79 in Limited-Time Sale
Need a new pair of earbuds and use Android? The Google Pixel Buds A-Series, the popular wireless earbuds designed for seamless Android compatibility, are now on sale for just $79. Announced on March 17, 2025, this steep discount from the original list price of $99 has sparked excitement among consumers looking to snag a pair…
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Blu-ray Collectors Face Growing Nightmare as Defective Discs Fail Because of Poor Manufacturing
A troubling trend has emerged for physical media enthusiasts as reports of defective Blu-ray discs continue to mount, threatening the longevity of cherished film collections. JoBlo a website that has been tracking recent issues with DVDs and now BLu-rays points to new evidence surfaced from a dedicated website cataloging an alarming number of Blu-ray titles…