Author: Luke Bouma
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Roku’s New Home Screen Testing Has Started To Roll Out to More People
Roku has expanded the testing of its redesigned home screen interface to a significantly larger group of users, marking a notable shift from the initial limited testing phase that reached only a small selection of owners last year. The company, known for powering millions of streaming devices and smart televisions worldwide, is now introducing the…
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The Slow Death of Local News & Weather on ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Has Started
Across the United States, the landscape of local television news is undergoing a profound transformation that signals the start of its decline. Regulatory shifts have opened the door for a single company to own major network affiliates—ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC—in the same market, a change that once seemed unthinkable under rules designed to preserve…
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How to Fix Buffering on YouTube TV
Are you streaming a show or sporting event on YouTube TV, but it keeps buffering and stopping playback? You might be tempted to blame YouTube TV, but the truth is it’s probably your Wi-Fi causing the issue. Your internet may be fast, but a weak Wi-Fi signal can still cause frustrating buffering on your favorite…
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47 Years Ago Today: Nickelodeon First Launched on Cable TV & Changed Children’s TV Forever
Forty-seven years ago today, on April 1, 1979, a groundbreaking moment unfolded in the world of television when Nickelodeon officially launched as the first cable network dedicated entirely to children. What began as a modest experiment in interactive cable technology quickly evolved into a cultural phenomenon that redefined how kids experienced entertainment, fostering creativity, humor,…
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Twelve Years Ago Today in Television History: Tubi Launched & Helped Make Free TV Better
Twelve years ago today, on April 1, 2014, a quiet but groundbreaking debut reshaped the television landscape when Tubi officially launched as a free, ad-supported streaming service. Operating under the initial name Tubi TV, the platform arrived in the United States with a simple yet revolutionary promise: premium movies and television shows available at no…
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Nexstar Says Its Mega ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Merger Can’t Fully Be Undone
Last week, a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order that effectively paused the integration of two broadcasting powerhouses, Nexstar Media Group and Tegna, following the completion of their multi-billion-dollar acquisition earlier this month. The decision comes amid ongoing antitrust concerns raised by satellite television provider DirecTV and a coalition of state attorneys general, highlighting…
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Deal Alert!: 48 Energizer AA and AAA Batteries on Sale Now for Just $22.99
If you’re in need of a battery boost, Amazon has a deal that’s sure to energize your day. Right now, you can snag the Energizer AA Batteries and AAA Batteries Combo Pack, a 48-count box with 24 Max AA batteries and 24 Max AAA batteries, for just $22.99. That’s a significant discount from the original…
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56 Years Ago Today: The Andy Griffith Show Bids Farewell on CBS
Fifty-seven years ago today, on April 1, 1969, the final episode of The Andy Griffith Show aired on CBS, closing the book on one of television’s most cherished sitcoms after eight seasons and 249 episodes. The beloved series, set in the fictional Mayberry, North Carolina, wrapped with “A Girl for Goober,” leaving behind a legacy…
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Hasbro Suffers Massive Breach of Its System & It May Be Down For Several Weeks
Hasbro, the renowned American toy and entertainment company behind iconic brands such as Transformers, Monopoly, My Little Pony, Peppa Pig, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering, has fallen victim to a significant cyberattack that could disrupt its operations for several weeks. The incident, which came to light through a regulatory filing with the Securities…
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After Shutting Down The Disney Channel in Spain Last Year, Disney is Bringing it Back
Disney Channel is making a significant comeback in the Spanish television landscape as a dedicated pay-television service, set to relaunch today April 1, 2026. This revival comes more than a year after the channel ceased its previous operations on Spain’s digital terrestrial television platform. The move represents a strategic shift for The Walt Disney Company…