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Update YouTube TV is Back Online After Short Outage
Update: YouTube TV is back online today after a short outage that lasted roughly an hour, impacting some customers. YouTube TV, the popular streaming television service, experienced an outage today, leaving some users unable to access live TV and on-demand content. The disruption was reported by users across various social media platforms, with complaints ranging…
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The Roku Channel Expands, Max Keeps Its Classics, & More – Cord Cutting Today
Today in Cord Cutting Today for November 20, 2024 we take a look at some of the biggest stories in the world of cord cutting including: The End of The MLB Network As We Know It? You can find a link to each story we talk about below this video: MLB Network Offers Buyouts, Signaling…
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DOJ Seeks to Force Google to Sell Chrome Browser in Ongoing Antitrust Battle
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is escalating its antitrust fight against Google, seeking to compel the tech giant to sell off its Chrome web browser. This aggressive move comes after a judge ruled that Google has maintained an illegal monopoly in the search market. The DOJ argues that Chrome, the world’s most popular browser,…
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Amazon Announces A New & Larger Smart Display with The Echo Show 21 & Upgraded Echo Show 15
Amazon today announced a significant expansion of its Echo Show lineup with the introduction of Echo Show 21, its largest smart display yet. The company also unveiled a refreshed Echo Show 15 with enhanced features and capabilities. Responding to customer feedback, Amazon focused on improving audio quality and expanding screen real estate for an even…
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DIRECTV’s New Free Streaming Service Adds 8 New Channels
DIRECTV is bolstering its free streaming service, MyFree DIRECTV, with the addition of eight new channels. These channels, spanning genres from food and travel to history and science, will be available to both free and paying DIRECTV customers. The new additions include: Expanding Free Content Offerings These new channels join a growing lineup of free…
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Cord Cutting 2.0 Gains Momentum as Americans Seek Cheaper Internet Options
The cord cutting revolution is entering a new phase, with consumers now targeting their internet bills. Dubbed “cord cutting 2.0,” this trend sees users ditching expensive home internet plans from traditional cable providers in favor of cheaper alternatives. In 2024, major cable TV companies have seen not only their TV subscriber numbers drop but also…
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Comcast Officially Spins Off MSNBC, USA Network, & Other Cable Networks into a New Company
Comcast has officially announced the spin-off of its cable networks, including USA Network, Syfy, MSNBC, and CNBC, into a separate, publicly traded company. This move, anticipated since Comcast hinted at the possibility in October, aims to revitalize these assets in a rapidly changing media landscape. The new company, helmed by NBCUniversal Media Group Chairman Mark…
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Sling TV and DISH Subscribers May Lose FETV Amid Contract Dispute
Sling TV and DISH Network subscribers could soon find themselves without access to Family Entertainment Television (FETV) as the channel warns of a potential blackout. The dispute stems from ongoing negotiations between FETV and the satellite TV provider over a new carriage agreement. FETV has issued a public notice alerting viewers that its contract with…
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Comcast Reportedly Plans to Get Rid of MSNBC, CNBC, USA & SyFy As It Spins Off Its Cable TV Channels
Comcast is shaking up its media empire by spinning off a significant portion of its cable TV channels, including news giants MSNBC and CNBC, as well as entertainment networks like USA and Syfy. This strategic move aims to reduce the company’s exposure to the declining cable television market while positioning the new entity for potential…
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MLB Network Offers Buyouts, Signaling Potential Layoffs & Restructuring
MLB Network, the television home of Major League Baseball, is undergoing a period of transition and potential downsizing. Following the recent cancellation of the long-running show “High Heat,” the network has offered buyouts to over 50 employees, according to a report by Puck’s John Ourand. Sources indicate that MLB Network has implemented a Voluntary Early…