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The Roku Channel Adds 33 New Live Channels
The Roku Channel has become one of the most well-known free streaming services, and today, it has quietly added 33 new channels. The Roku Channel now has over 450 live TV channels and 80,000 free movies and TV shows. It does not stop there, as The Roku Channel has also been adding a lot of…
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2024 State of Play Gives Insight Into Content on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ & More SVOD Services
In an exciting development for the streaming world, Gracenote, a key player in Nielsen’s content data business, has launched its innovative Data Hub. Gracenote’s industry-leading metadata covers over 40 million titles in 260+ streaming catalogs across 35 languages and 80+ countries. This new tool offers a deep dive into the current landscape of subscription video-on-demand…
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Netflix’s Ad-Supported Plan Hits 70 Million Subscribers As Cord Cutters Look For Cheaper Options
Netflix announced Tuesday that its ad-supported tier has become a runaway success, attracting 70 million global monthly active users just two years after its launch. This cheaper subscription option, introduced in November 2022 to combat slowing subscriber growth, has quickly gained traction, with over half of new Netflix sign-ups opting for the ad-supported plan in…
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DIRECTV Will Kill Its Merger With Dish Network Unless a Last Second Deal is Reached
DirecTV’s proposed acquisition of Dish Network is on the verge of collapse after a group of Dish bondholders rejected a crucial debt-exchange offer. The satellite TV provider announced Tuesday that it will terminate the deal by November 22nd if bondholders don’t agree to the proposed restructuring. The deal, announced in September, aimed to consolidate the…
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Amazon is Officially Shutting Down Its Free Streaming Service Freevee
Today, after months of rumors, Amazon made it official that they are shutting down Freevee, the ad-supported streaming service, and it will be phased out over the coming weeks. The platform, known for originals like Jury Duty, Bosch: Legacy, and Judy Justice, will see its content fully integrated into Prime Video. This was officially confirmed…
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“The Peanut Man” Premieres on Fawesome: A Stirring Tribute to George Washington Carver’s Agricultural Legacy
Treat yourself to a powerful new biopic as Fawesome, the free ad-supported streaming platform, debuts its original feature film, The Peanut Man, on November 15th. This captivating drama follows the life of George Washington Carver. It’s the story of the agricultural visionary whose pioneering work with peanuts revitalized American farming and saved countless struggling farmers…
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What’s New This Week on MAX For The Week of November 11, 2024
MAX out your mid-November with fresh content. Here is everything coming to MAX for the week of the 11th. November 11 November 12 November 13 November 14 November 15 November 16
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Pluto TV Gets Better, DIRECTV, & More – Cord Cutting Today
Today in Cord Cutting Today for November 12, 2024 we take a look at some of the biggest stories in the world of cord cutting including: Pluto TV is Now Even Better. You can find a link to each story we talk about below this video. Pluto TV Simplifies On-Demand Section With Update https://cordcuttersnews.com/pluto-tv-simplifies-on-demand-section-with-update/ Report:…
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Deal Alert! 4-Pack of Kasa Smart Plug Minis For Just $18.99
Have you been looking for a good deal on some smart plugs? Do you want to be able to control your lights or other devices in your home with your Echo, Google Assistant, or smart phone? With Kasa Smart Plug Minis, you can do just that. Right now, you can get four mini smart plugs…
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Disney Widens CEO Search Beyond “Castle Walls,” Electronic Arts CEO Among Contenders
The Walt Disney Company is expanding its search for Bob Iger’s successor, casting a wider net that includes external candidates as it seeks to conclude a closely watched succession process. Among the names that have surfaced in recent months is Andrew Wilson, CEO of video game giant Electronic Arts (EA), according to people familiar with…
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Prime Video and Netflix Remain Top US Streaming Services But Disney+ is Climbing Fast
Parks Associates, a leading market research firm, has released its updated ranking of the top 10 subscription streaming video services in the United States. Based on subscriber estimates through September 2024, the list reveals a dynamic landscape with some notable shifts in the pecking order. Prime Video and Netflix continue to dominate the market, holding…
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MyFree DIRECTV Is Live: Everything You Need to Know About the Launch
Cord cutters have a new platform to stream free ad-supported television with today’s launch of MyFree DIRECTV. Offering more than 70 FAST channels and on-demand content, MyFree DIRECTV is a great addition for anyone looking to add a wide variety of genres across their streaming lineup. The platform offers a curated experience of channels, including,…
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Sling TV Added 145,000 New Customers But DISH Continue to Lose Subscribers
EchoStar Corporation the parent company of DISH today announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2024, revealing a decline in revenue and a net loss attributed to ongoing industry challenges and strategic shifts. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, EchoStar reported total revenue of $11.86 billion, down…
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Dish Network Bondholders Throw Wrench in DIRECTV Merger, Leaving Satellite TV’s Future Uncertain
A proposed merger between satellite television giants DIRECTV and EchoStar’s Dish Network has hit a major snag. Bondholders of Dish Network have overwhelmingly rejected a debt exchange that was crucial to the deal’s completion, casting a shadow over the future of the satellite TV landscape. The ambitious plan would have seen DIRECTV acquire Dish’s satellite…
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Report: More NFL Games Could Be Coming to Apple, Netflix, & Others
The NFL International Series has succeeded in growing the league’s popularity worldwide and the league is looking to expand it. Sunday’s Week 10 matchup between the Carolina Panthers and New York Giants in Germany was the fifth and final game of international play in 2024, and now, the league is looking into expanding the International…
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