Category: News
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Roku Was the Best Performing Tech Stock of 2019
Roku had a really great 2019 if you look at the stock market. According to a report from CNBC, Roku’s stock went up 355% in 2019 and was the best performing tech stock of 2019. This comes as Roku has continued to see strong growth with Roku TVs and Roku players. In the third quarter…
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There Are Now 110 FREE OTA TV Networks Targeting Cord Cutters
Over the last 10 years, since digital over-the-air TV launched, we have seen a huge jump in the number of free TV stations. Many of these stations have launched with the goal of targeting the growing cord cutting trend that has exploded recently. Now there are 110 free OTA TV networks including the newly launched…
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Cord Cutting Today #233 – The FCC Cracking Down on Robocalls, fuboTV Loses FX, FOX RSNs, & More
Cord Cutting Today is our daily look at some of the biggest stories happening right now in the world of cord cutting. You can find these videos posted on YouTube every Monday through Saturday. Today in CCT #233 we talk about: The FCC Cracking Down on Robocalls, fuboTV Loses FX, FOX RSNs, OTA TV, Roku…
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Former HBO Exec Signs a Five Year Deal with Apple TV+
Last year, Richard Plepler left his job as HBO’s chief executive, after spending 27 years working for the company. Now, he’s signed on with Apple in a five year deal to create content for Apple TV+. Plepler recently launched a new company, Eden Productions which will bring exclusive TV series, documentaries and films to the…
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The Free Streaming Service Locast is Adding More Channels in New York
Recently Locast has been adding more channels in many markets. This week it was New York Citys turn. Typically Locast offers the big five like ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and The CW. This week though, Locast added additional sub-channels like WLNY 55, Comet TV, Stadium, and This TV to the lineup in New York. So…
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EXPIRED: Get 6 Months of STARZ For Just $19.99 (Expires Tomorrow)
Did you miss out on STARZ’s New Years Day Sale? Good news STARZ has extended their deal until tomorrow January 3rd, 2020. With this deal you can get 6 months of STARZ service for just $19.99. This is a great deal on Starz that gives you access to a ton of great movies and original…
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Roku Just Added Free Music Videos in Partnership With Vevo
Miss the days when MTV and VH1 showed music videos on your TV? Roku is bringing that feeling back as part of a partnership with Vevo to offer curated music video channels. These new music channels include Vevo Country, Vevo Classic Rock, Vevo Pop, and Vevo EDM. .@Vevo just launched the first music stations curated specifically…
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fuboTV Adds a National FOX Feed in 25 Markets
Update: For now, fuboTV has removed FOX channels from the markets where Sinclair deals have recently ended. Cord Cutters News will continue to update this story as we learn more. Today fuboTV confirmed to Cord Cutters News that they are adding a national FOX feed in 25 markets starting today. This means if you currently…
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The Roku Channel Adds a New MGM Sci-Fi Channel, Classic James Bond Movies, & More in January 2020
The Roku Channel is Roku’s free streaming service that offers 100% free movies and TV shows all in one place. The “The Roku Channel” offers a collection of top films from leading movie studios including American Classics/Hatch Farm Studios, FilmRise and Total Content Digital, with others expected to be added over time. Plus, you can also…
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ATSC 3.0 OTA Tuners Will Be Released in the US in The Next Few Days
Today, the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) announced that the International Telecommunications Union has adopted ATSC 3.0 as a recommended digital broadcast standard. In a press release, the ATSC explained that ATSC 3.0 offers more flexibility and adaptability for broadcasters, resulting in an improved viewing experience for consumers on both home and mobile screens. “With…