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Ohio Lawmaker Seeks to Ban Exclusive Streaming of Ohio State Football Games on Platforms Like Peacock
In a move to preserve traditional access to college sports, Ohio State Senator Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) has introduced Senate Bill 94, which would prohibit public universities in Ohio from granting exclusive broadcasting rights for athletic events to streaming services like Peacock. This comes as the Big Ten now has a deal that would put some…
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49 Years Ago Today: The 100th Episode of “The Waltons” Aired
Today marks the 49th anniversary of a milestone in television history: the airing of the 100th episode of The Waltons on March 4, 1976. The beloved family drama, which captured the hearts of millions with its portrayal of a tight-knit Depression-era family in rural Virginia, reached this landmark during its fifth season, cementing its place…
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Amazon Launches Subscription Service for Enhanced Online Safety With Ad Blockers, VPN, Password Manager, Malware Removal, & More at $9.99 a Month
Amazon has unveiled a new subscription service aimed at bolstering online security and convenience for its users, integrating a suite of protective tools into its Eero+ offering for just $9.99 per month. The expanded Eero+ plan, announced today, combines advanced cybersecurity features with practical digital tools, positioning it as a comprehensive solution for individuals and…
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Walt Disney Animation Studios Cancels Tiana Series, Shifts Away from Longform Streaming Content on Disney+
Walt Disney Animation Studios has officially shelved its much-anticipated Tiana princess series, marking a significant pivot as the studio abandons producing original longform content for streaming platforms like Disney+, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The decision also sees the cancellation of an unannounced feature-length project intended for Disney+, with some layoffs expected at the studio’s…
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The Slow Death of DVDs & Blu-rays: After Just 10 to 20 Years Many Discs Will Stop Working
Once hailed as the pinnacle of home entertainment, DVDs and Blu-ray discs are facing an uncertain future as physical media continues to decline in popularity, overshadowed by streaming services and exacerbated by a lesser-known foe: disc rot. This phenomenon, which causes discs to degrade over time, is raising concerns among collectors and cinephiles who fear…
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118 Million Americans Could Lose Free OTA TV Access to ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC As Just 15 Million ATSC 3.0 Tuners Have Been Sold
The future of free over-the-air (OTA) television hangs in a delicate balance as the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) petitions the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to phase out the ATSC 1.0 broadcasting standard in favor of ATSC 3.0, also known as NextGen TV. According to recent data from Pearl TV sent to Cord Cutters News,…
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T-Mobile to Pay Its Customers $350 Million After Data Breach
T-Mobile, one of the largest wireless carriers in the United States, is set to begin distributing $350 million in settlement payments to customers impacted by a massive 2021 data breach, according to a recent update on the T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement website. The payouts, expected to start in April. This all coms after the data…
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HP’s Laptop 1TB SSD & 16GB of Ram Price Slashed to Just $374.72 in Major Sale
Looking for a powerful yet affordable laptop to handle your home or work needs? The HP 255 G10 Laptop is now on sale for an incredible $374.72, down from its original price of $599.99—a whopping $225.27 discount! This limited-time deal, available at major retailers like Amazon, HP’s official website, and select electronics stores, offers unbeatable…
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SpaceX Unveils Cheaper Starlink “Residential Lite” Internet Plan at $80 Per Month, But With a Catch
SpaceX has rolled out a more budget-friendly option for its Starlink satellite internet service, dubbed the “Residential Lite” plan, priced at $80 per month—a notable reduction from the standard $120 residential plan. The announcement, made earlier this week, targets smaller households with lighter data needs, aiming to broaden access to satellite internet in regions where…
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Amazon Will Launch Alexa Echo Devices This Fall
Amazon is set to release a new line of companion devices for its artificially intelligent Alexa voice assistant this fall, Chief Executive Officer Andy Jassy revealed in an interview with Bloomberg on Thursday. The announcement coincided with Jassy’s appearance at a press event in New York, where the tech giant unveiled the revamped Alexa+, a…