Author: Luke Bouma
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Roku Now Offers Free Local Sports on Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has introduced a significant enhancement to The Roku Channel by offering free live local sporting events, making it simpler for viewers to discover and access nearby games without any subscription costs. This development builds on the platform’s commitment to free ad-supported streaming television content and leverages location-based features to personalize recommendations. The update focuses…
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The NFL Wants More Games To Be Exclusive to Streaming
The National Football League continues to reshape its approach to broadcasting and streaming in response to the rapid growth of digital platforms and shifting viewer habits. In early February 2026, the league’s media chief announced plans to initiate discussions with companies beyond its established partners for the potential sale of live game rights. This move…
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Deal Alert! Amazon’s Echo Show 21 With a Fire TV Built-In Is On Sale Starting at Just $349.99, The Best Small TV For Your Kitchen
Right now Amazon’s Echo Show devices including the Echo Show 15 slashed to an unbelievable $254.99 from its original $299 price tag, and the expansive Echo Show 21 marked down to $349.99 from $399.99. You can even get the Echo Show for as little as $319.99 if you qualify for the Amazon upgrade plan. If…
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SiriusXM May Owe You Part of $28 Million For Unwanted Phone Calls But You Have to Hurry
The satellite radio giant SiriusXM has reached a multimillion-dollar agreement to settle claims related to unwanted telemarketing calls. The settlement stems from a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of repeatedly contacting individuals who had explicitly opted out of such communications. This resolution highlights ongoing concerns about compliance with do-not-call regulations in the telecommunications industry. The…
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49 Years Ago Today: “Three’s Company” Premiered on ABC, Launching a Sitcom Classic
Forty-nine years ago today, on March 15, 1977, ABC-TV aired the premiere episode of Three’s Company, a sitcom that would become a cornerstone of 1970s television and a beloved piece of pop culture history. The show, which introduced viewers to the comedic misadventures of three roommates in a Santa Monica apartment, kicked off with “A…
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Paramount+ Is Merging With BET+ and HBO Max to Form a Super Streaming Service – Here is What We Know So Far
Paramount Global has announced plans to integrate its Paramount+ service with both BET+ and HBO Max, effectively forming a single super streaming service. This development comes amid Paramount Skydance’s broader acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal valued at approximately $110 billion that positions the company as a formidable competitor against giants like Netflix and…
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YouTube TV’s Killer Feature That Needs More Attention
In the fast-paced world of streaming services, YouTube TV has quietly maintained a feature that sets it apart from competitors, allowing users to continue listening to audio from live TV shows, sports events, and news broadcasts even when their smartphone screens are turned off. This background playback capability, available on both Android and iOS devices,…
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Facebook & Instagram Are Laying Off Up To 20% of Their Staff to Focus on AI
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is preparing for one of the most substantial workforce reductions in its history. Reports indicate the company could eliminate up to 20 percent of its employees, which would translate to approximately 15,800 positions based on its current headcount of around 79,000 workers. This move comes…
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Another Cable TV Company is Shutting Down & Moving Customers to YouTube TV
Another cable TV company is shutting down its traditional TV customers, and this time it’s WOW!. The shutdown comes as no surprise to industry observers, given WOW!’s announcement back in 2023. Initially, in May of that year, the company revealed plans to phase out its traditional pay TV business and transition customers to YouTube TV,…
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The MLB Angels Buy Out FanDuel Sports Network & Will Launch Their Own RSN Cable TV Network
In a significant shift for regional sports broadcasting in Southern California, the Los Angeles Angels have completed the purchase of Main Street Sports Group’s remaining 50 percent stake in FanDuel Sports Network West. This acquisition grants the baseball team complete control over the network, setting the stage for the launch of a fully independent station…