Category: All News
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Charter Spectrum Added 102,000 Video Customers in Q2 2020
Charter Spectrum reported today that residential video customers increased by 102,000 in the second quarter of 2020. While the increase is partially due to the company’s efforts in assisting customers throughout the pandemic through programs and offers, it’s worth noting that Charter showed an increase in video customers while competitors have all reported video losses…
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What is Orby TV? 5 Things to Know Before You Sign Up
Orby TV launched in 2019, with a mission to “bring transparency back to television.” Cord Cutters News recently talked to Orby TV CEO Michael Thornton, a former Starz executive, to learn more about how this service fills the gap between cable TV and streaming and who can benefit from the features it has to offer.…
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Altice Lost 35,000 Video Subscribers in Q2 2020
Altice lost 35,000 pay TV subscribers in quarter 2 of 2020, the company reported today. Like other cable providers, Altice pointed to coronavirus as the main driver of subscriber losses. Dexter Goei, Altice USA Chief Executive Officer, said: “I am very proud of the Altice USA team for delivering such an exceptional quarter while navigating…
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Spectrum’s Latest Price Hike Will Go Into Effect August 5
Earlier this month, we reported that Spectrum was planning an upcoming rate increase, bringing its broadcast TV fees to $16.45/month, up from $13.50/month. That change is set to go into effect on August 5. Those with Spectrum’s stream TV packages will also see the $2.95/month charge, taking the surcharge on those packages up to $8.95/month.…
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Verizon Launches Broadband Service in Rural Areas
Verizon announced today that it has launched a new broadband service that will bring internet service to rural areas. The new broadband Internet service is now available in Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO; and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY. Starting today, Verizon will expand home connectivity options to rural areas. “Our 4G LTE network keeps our customers connected…
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Comcast Plans to Refund Customers for Regional Sports Network Fees
When live sports were put on hold due to coronavirus concerns, customers started asking whether they would be refunded for the money they were paying for access to regional sports networks. In May, we reported that Comcast shifted blame for the lack of refunds to the leagues. At that time, Comcast made this statement: “Any…
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Sling TV Will Add Nick Jr. & BET to Orange Base Package in August
Earlier today, we reported that Sling TV will move Paramount Network from the Sling Blue base package to the Sling Blue Comedy Extra add-on on August 31. Sling TV has now shared with Cord Cutters News that Sling Orange will also be seeing a channel lineup change, with BET and Nick Jr. moving from the…
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YouTube & Netflix are the Most Downloaded Streaming Apps
When it comes to video streaming apps, are customers turning to paid or free services? Both actually, with a pretty even mix. SensorTower, a mobile app marketing agency, took a look at the most popular streaming apps for the month of June 2020, both as an overall rank and as a separate Apple and Android…
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Sling TV Will Move Paramount Network from Sling Blue to Add-On Bundle Next Month
Sling TV is notifying subscribers of an upcoming change to their channel lineup. At the end of August Paramount Network will be moved from the Sling Blue base package to the Comedy Extra add-on. Here’s the message from Sling TV: We want to let you know that on August 31st, Paramount Network will be moved…
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What’s New on CBS All Access?
This morning, ViacomCBS announced that it has started the expansion of CBS All Access, with the addition of content from across ViacomCBS’ networks. In that announcement, the company said that over 3,500 episodes were added to the streaming service today, with more to come. CBS All Access is offering a one month free trial of the CBS All…