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Free Streaming Service Local Now Adds 12 New Channels
Local Now announced it’s bringing 12 new free channels to its lineup thanks to a partnership with OTTera Inc. This batch of one dozen new additions will bring Local Now’s offering to more than 325 free channels, plus over 10,000 movies, TV shows, and documentaries. New channels include: Canela TV, featuring more than 8,000 hours…
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Sling is Integrated Into ‘Live’ Tab on Google TV
Sling TV is now fully built into Google TV, so subscribers using a Google TV device can more quickly browse and watch live sports, news, and entertainment. With the update, Sling’s channels are now listed under the Live Tab. The integration is rolling out over the next few days. Here’s How it Works: Have an…
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Study: 39% of U.S. Adults Stream TV Every Day
If you’re feeling guilty about watching TV every day, just know you’re in good company. A new study from Leichtman Research Group shows that almost 40% of adults do the exact same thing. According to Leichtman Research Group, 39% of adults in U.S. TV households watch video on a TV via a connected device daily.…
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Google Stadia Landing on Chromecast with Google TV, Shield TV, and More June 23rd
Google’s game-streaming service Stadia is finally coming to the company’s Chromecast with Google TV, alongside a selection of other Android TV devices. The app is scheduled to arrive on June 23rd, which would mean Google could make good on its promise to deliver Stadia on its latest Chromecast during the first half of 2021. In…
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Here’s Everything New on Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video the Week of June 7, 2021
This week is shaping up to be full of new releases you won’t want to miss. Netflix is debuting its new Original Awake starring Gina Rodriguez, and let’s just say you won’t take a good night’s sleep for granted after watching it. And Part 2 of Lupin hits the streaming service this month so you…
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Peacock is Launching on Samsung Smart TVs on June 8
On Monday, Peacock and Samsung announced the streaming service will be available on Samsung Smart TVs starting June 8, 2021. Samsung Smart TV users will now be able to access Peacock’s vast content library, including on-demand movies and shows and originals. “Samsung is a powerful platform and we are excited to bring Peacock to millions…
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Sling Watch Party is Now Available for iOS
After launching a Watch Party feature last September, Sling TV has now expanded the feature to iOS devices. Subscribers can now create and join Watch Parties on mobile to have a shared viewing experience on iOS devices. Paid subscribers can host watch parties and invite up to three guests to a single party for up…
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WWDC 21: tvOS 15 Adds Spatial Audio, SharePlay, ‘Hey Siri’ Support
Apple’s 2021 Worldwide Developer Conference was relatively light when it came to groundbreaking new streaming entertainment features. However, the company did highlight some new additions coming to the next version of its streaming software platform: tvOS 15. For one, spatial audio support will be coming to tvOS later this year, which gives users of the…
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How to Watch MLB Games Without Cable the Week of June 7, 2021
Week 10 of the 2021 MLB regular season starts today with a loaded lineup of nationally televised games. ESPN, ESPN+, MLBN, FS1, FOX, and YouTube will be the home of this week’s national games, with various regional sports networks providing the local broadcasts. Fans will be back in attendance throughout the league; however, cord cutters…
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NBCUniversal to Air “Unprecedented” 7000 Hours of Olympic Coverage
NBCUniversal will air more than 7,000 hours of coverage of the Tokyo Olympics this summer. The competitions will air across its networks and streaming platforms including NBC, NBCSN, and CNBC, The Olympic Channel, The Golf Channel, USA Network, and Spanish Language coverage on Telemundo Deportes. Peacock will be streaming four daily shows during the Olympics,…