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New FCC Filings Could Point to Google’s ‘Sabrina’ Android TV Device
Featured image: XDA Developers Recent FCC submissions add to the mounting evidence that Google is prepping an Android TV-based streaming device that could serve as a successor to the current Chromecast Ultra. 9to5 Google spotted the new filings and it’s possible they refer to Google’s upcoming device and its accompanying remote control. The new listings…
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Anti-Piracy Group Enlists a VPN Expert to Help Take Down Illegal Distributor
When it comes to content piracy, The Pirate Bay is one of the most well known names. While many have tried to bring the piracy site down, none of have succeeded yet. Now, an anti-piracy group and a VPN expert have teamed up to track down the location of The Pirate Bay. The founders of…
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Here’s What’s New on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video the Week of August 24, 2020
It’s the last week of August and that means streaming services are adding the final batch of new content for the month before September begins. Netflix is trickling in some Spanish language titles this week, along with some original Anime and two of Daniel Craig’s Bond films. Hulu is premiering a new original series, and…
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YouTube TV is Offering Members 1 Month Free of Cinemax
For a limited time, YouTube TV is offering eligible subscribers a 30 day free trial of Cinemax, normally offered as a premium add-on for $9.99/month. The offer is only available for new Cinemax subscribers. With the offer, you’ll get 30 days free to watch hundreds of movies like Shutter Island, Ma, and Cold Pursuit. You’ll…
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Audible Launches a Cheaper Subscription Tier for Exclusive Podcasts and More
Today Audible announced the launch of Audible Plus, a subscription tier for podcasts and other exclusive audio separate from its audiobooks. The new plan will be cheaper than the full subscription costing just $7.95/month. The plan is geared for listeners who prefer podcasts without having to pay for access to audiobooks as well, and won’t…
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Evoca Aims for Early Access of ATSC 3.0 Pay TV Service on Sept. 1
Evoca, the new company aiming to leverage ATSC 3.0 to offer pay TV service, is currently offering early access to its service, with a goal of going live on September 1st in the Treasure Valley area of Idaho. Those who sign on early get a free receiver and antenna, along with a discounted monthly charge…
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ESPN Makes Multi-Year Deal for Little League Baseball
ESPN and Little League International announced today an eight year extension to their rights agreement, giving ESPN rights to Little League games from 2023 through 2030 and making ESPN the exclusive global media rights holder of Little League Baseball and Little League Softball. “There is perhaps no broadcast relationship in all of sports as synonymous…
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Netflix is Positioned to Lose 2 Million Subscribers Quarterly Over Lack of New Content
Netflix has had a booming year so far when it comes to its subscriber count. The streaming service added more than 10 million subscribers in Q2 compared to 2.7 million during the same time last year. The streaming service now has more than 190 million subscribers in total. But while the numbers are looking good…
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Peacock’s New Sports Channel Launches Today
Today NBC’s streaming service Peacock launched its free sports channel on August 24. NBC Sports on Peacock is now available to stream for free at peacocktv.com and features daytime live sports talk programming. Here’s the current lineup: PFT Live, streaming exclusively on Peacock, is known for delivering inside information and comprehensive analysis from an independent perspective. Hosted by Mike Florio, the…
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How to Watch the Republican National Convention August 24-27 Without Cable
The Republican National Convention begins tonight, August 24, kicking off a four night event, with a mix of in-person and virtual appearances. President Trump will be formally renominated by the party and will reportedly speak throughout the week. When is the Convention? The Republican National Convention will be held from Monday, August 24 to Thursday,…