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Streaming Recommendation App Likewise Now Available on Fire TV, Android TV & Apple TV
Today, Likewise, the social recommendation app that gives users the tools to discover, create, and share recommendations, launched on Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV. Likewise is a free app that recommends items to you based on items that you have recommended in the past. In the app, you’ll create recommendations and an…
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AT&T, Verizon, Comcast & Others Update Data Cap Policies Post-FCC Pledge
Even though the coronavirus pandemic still has a large portion of the country in lockdown, many major ISPs are deciding that it’s time to return to normal – both on their data caps for internet usage and for their leniency on customers missing payments. The FCC’s “Keep Americans Connected” program, which involved more than 800…
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FOX Sports Launches New App & Website
Today FOX Sports announced the launch of its redesigned FOX Sports App and website, FOXSports.com. The app and website are loaded with features for sports fans to enjoy video, stories, stats, and livestreaming. One of those features is the Bonus Cam – created for “enhanced fan access” starting with FOX Sports’ first-ever quadruple header to…
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Host Netflix Watch Parties on Roku and Apple TV with ‘Watch With Friends’
Following the launch of watch party features on streaming services including Hulu, Prime Video, and Plex, another company is joining the party and making it easier to watch shows and movies with friends and family. Caavo, a Silicon Valley startup known for its universal remote control, has launched Watch With Friends. Watch With Friends is…
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Reminder: Orby TV’s $99 Deal is Back This Weekend (Ends Today)
Orby TV brought back its $99 deal this weekend for new customers. You can get a standard dish receiver, dish, digital local antenna, and professional installation, all for $99. The deal ends tonight, so act fast if you want to sign up. After the initial installation and equipment costs, Orby TV service costs $40/month with…
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The Average Streamer Watches 3 Hours of TV a Day
Today SpotX released its findings in a first-ever global connected TV (CTV) viewership report conducted by the advertising platform. The study surveyed 1500 adults to get a better idea of viewing habits and how well people respond to advertisements. This study, titled “CTV is For Everyone,” focused on viewers using a connected TV(like a Roku…
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fuboTV Will Add ESPN to Its Lineup on August 1st
Last month, fuboTV announced that it had finally reached a distribution deal with Disney to bring a slate of new channels to the streaming platform. The list included ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN, FX, National Geographic, and more. While there was talk about the addition of the channels on the sports-centered streaming service in August, an…
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T-Mobile Unveils Free ‘Scam Shield’ Features Against Robocalls
Today the Un-Carrier announced a set of comprehensive protections to combat unwanted scammers from targeting mobile phones. Scam Shield is a free service to T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, and Sprint customers that provides enhanced caller ID features and more, including technology built into T-Mobile’s very network. Scammer calls have been on the rise lately, especially during…
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5 Must Watch New Movies on Amazon Prime Video
As more people cut the cord, the demand for streaming content is steadily increasing, and streaming services are having to keep their movie rosters fresh to stay relevant. This is especially true for Amazon Prime Video, and they’ve recently added some of the most popular movies to their catalog. With so many indie flicks, action-comedies,…
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Disney+ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ August Premiere is Delayed
The release of Disney+’s original series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier has been pushed back and will not premier on the streaming service next month. With no official announcement about its delay, Disney+ quietly omitted the series from its Next on Disney+ list for August with no additional explanation. The series suffered a production…
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Why Do Viewers Subscribe and Unsubscribe to YouTube Premium?
With streaming services including Netflix and Hulu doubling down on their efforts to release original content, YouTube continues to scale back. Without originals to pull in views, what’s attracting subscribers to the premium service and are they sticking around? Flixed surveyed 1,122 people to learn more about why they subscribed to YouTube Premium, what their…
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FCC Listing Suggests T-Mobile has Android TV Device in the Works
A recently uncovered FCC listing suggests T-Mobile could be developing a media streamer powered by Android TV as part of its TVision home television service. While the listing focuses on the device’s remote control, there’s still a decent amount of info to glean. First up, the listing indicates the device was initially submitted to the…
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Watch the 2020 AVP Champions Cup Series on Amazon Prime Video This Weekend
The Pro Beach Volleyball Cup Series kicks-off Saturday, July 18th in Long Beach, and Amazon Prime Video will be streaming comprehensive coverage. The first event coverage starts Saturday morning at 8:15 am, and will Amazon will stream matches through the finals on Sunday. Qualifiers for the tournament take place Friday July 17. Each of the…
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HBO Max will Help You Unwind with ‘Calm’ Series Narrated by Keanu Reeves, Idris Elba
HBO Max is entering the health and wellness space with its new relaxation series, A World of Calm. From the creators of the popular Calm app and Nutopia, the 10-episode series will feature mesmerizing imagery and relaxing narration for a soothing experience designed to help viewers unwind and destress. “With the considerable amount of stress…
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Netflix Content Officer Ted Sarandos Takes on New Role as Co-CEO
Longtime Netflix employee and content supervisor Ted Sarandos has been promoted to a Co-CEO position alongside current CEO and founder Reed Hastings. Sarandos is also joining the Netflix board of directors, as well as keeping his role as chief content officer. “My journey to co-CEO of Netflix has been as a fan of great entertainment,”…
