Category: News
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32 Years Ago Today “Late Show with David Letterman” Debuts on CBS, Marking a New Era in Late-Night TV
Today marks the 32nd anniversary of a pivotal moment in television history: the debut of the Late Show with David Letterman on CBS, which aired on August 30, 1993, from the iconic Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. The premiere episode, featuring actor Bill Murray as the first guest and a performance by Billy…
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Another Cable TV Network Will Shut Down After Nearly 40 Years
In a significant blow to Canadian children’s television, WildBrain, a Toronto-based media company, announced the closure of four of its iconic cable TV networks: Family Channel, Family Jr., WildBrainTV, and Télémagino. The decision comes after nearly four decades of delivering beloved programming to generations of Canadian viewers, with Family Channel serving as a cornerstone for…
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A DIRECTV And DISH Merger Could Be Back On As Dish’s Spectrum Sale to AT&T Changes Everything
Last week a $23 billion deal between AT&T and DISH’s parent company EchoStar Corporation agreed to sell off valuable wireless spectrum licenses has reignited speculation about a long-dormant merger between satellite TV giants DirecTV and DISH Network. The transaction, announced earlier this week, marks a pivotal retreat for EchoStar—controlled by billionaire founder Charlie Ergen—from its…
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Price Drop: The 2025 MacBook Air Is 20% Off For A Limited Time
If you’re heading back to school or refreshing your home office for the fall, this is the moment to upgrade. Amazon has a 20% discount on the 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch with M4, dropping the price to $799. This is a rare opportunity to get Apple’s latest thin-and-light laptop for significantly less than full retail.…
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YouTube TV Considering a New Sports Streaming Package
On Thursday night, YouTube TV and Fox made a deal to renew their carriage agreement, keeping Fox-owned channels live for YouTube TV subscribers. Now, Puck’s John Ourand is sharing information from sources that give more insight into YouTube TV’s future plans that may have played a part in the negotiations, including the possibility of launching…
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Samsung in September: What To Watch For Free This Month
Fall is here, and Samsung TV Plus is stacking your watchlist with a fresh lineup of free movies for September. Whether you’re craving edge-of-your-seat thrillers, feel-good throwbacks, or all-time favorites, the service has you covered…all without a subscription. Here are some standout titles streaming free this month: Jerry Maguire Tom Cruise stars as a sports…
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Roku Streaming Stick Just $19 in Limited-Time Deal
Upgrade any TV to a smart TV with the Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025, now just $19.00, down from $29.99. That’s 37% off a top-rated streaming device with voice control and access to hundreds of free channels. This compact plug-and-play streaming stick supports HD streaming and powers directly from your TV—no extra cords or wall…
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YouTube TV Adds a New Channel to Its Live TV Lineup
YouTube TV has added a new channel to its lineup – Great American Faith & Living. Great American Faith & Living is the companion to the Great American Family channel. Faith & Living focuses on “faith, family, and hometown values” through scripted and unscripted programming. Viewers will find both classic TV series and new reality…
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Head of Amazon Prime Video to Move Into An AI Role
Two Amazon execs are moving into new roles at the company. Albert Cheng, VP Prime Video U.S., will be moving into an AI-focused role. VP of Sports and Advertising Jay Marine will be taking over Cheng’s U.S. Prime Video business responsibilities. In a memo sent to staff on Thursday, Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video…
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Tablo Introduces Offline Mode to Watch TV During Internet Outages
Today, Tablo introduced a new feature for 4th Generation Tablo apps. Offline Mode allows users to watch live TV from an antenna and recorded content during internet or server outages. 4th Gen Tablo devices need an active internet connection to offer users over 100 free channels, in addition to channels from an antenna, and to…