Category: News
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Weekend Wrap-Up: Locast Suspends Operations, Seinfeld Lands On Netflix, and More
It was a roller coaster of a week for streaming service Locast. Meanwhile, we learned when Seinfeld would arrive on Netflix, and Disney launched Star+ in several Latin America markets. Elsewhere, HBO Max made an appearance on Vizio’s SmartCast smart TV platform, and we’re prepping for a whole lot of football. Here’s what happened in…
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Prime Video Channels Will Cancel HBO Max Subscriptions on September 15: Here’s What to Do
After removing the HBO Max Prime Video Channel last month, Amazon is now notifying subscribers that their HBO Max subscription will be cancelled on September 15. Amazon shared the news with subscribers in an email Friday, saying: We’re writing to let you know that HBO has decided to leave Prime Video Channels. As a result,…
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Everything New on Peacock September 2021
Peacock has a whole new slate of movies coming to the streaming service this month, including rewatchable favorites like The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Beetlejuice, Wedding Crashers, Despicable Me, Seasons 1-4 of The A-Team, and more. Plus, Peacock’s Originals AP Bio and Code 404 will have new seasons arrive this month. Peacock is making…
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Stream this Year’s PixarFest all Month Long on Disney+
The Disney+ virtual film festival PixarFest is back for 2021, and better than ever. The event runs all month long throughout September with new product launches, a TikTok dance challenge inspired by Pixar characters and more. Tune into Disney+ all month long to stream your favorite Pixar films, and join in on the conversation using…
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The Best Labor Day Deals for Cord Cutters on Amazon
Amazon’s Labor Day sale has started and shoppers can find deals on everything from mesh WiFi systems to smart TVs to accessories that will make your cord cutting setup more convenient (or just more fun.) Here are some of the best deals for cord cutters on Amazon right now. Save on TVs Insignia 43″ LED…
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Celebrate Star Trek Day With Free Classic ‘Star Trek’ Titles on Comet and STIRR
The official Star Trek Day is September 8, and Comet and STIRR have you covered with classic reruns of the sci-fi favorite all day long. You can commemorate the September 8, 1966 debut of the first Star Trek episode airing in the US by streaming these installments for free. Star Trek Day on COMET COMET, Sinclair…
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An Amazon-Branded TV is Reportedly in the Works
Amazon may be branching out further into the world of TVs. While the retailer already has the Fire TV accessories that connect to your TV, Amazon reportedly has a full Amazon-branded TV line launching this fall. According to Business Insider, the TVs will be anywhere from 55 to 75 inches and come with Alexa. The…
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Antennas Direct is Giving Away Free Antennas to Former Locast Users
While many Locast users are now losing access to their live, local channels, Antennas Direct is helping to soften the blow of the streaming service shutting down. The company is giving away 1,000 antennas and offering a discount code for those who want to purchase an antenna from their site. The first 1,000 people who…
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U.S. Streaming Subscriptions Projected to Reach 450 Million in 2026
The number of SVOD subscriptions in the U.S. currently sits at 338 million, but with rising trends that number is projected to grow 33% within the next 5 years, reaching 450 million in 2026 according to Digital TV Research. This projection includes gross SVOD subscriptions in the U.S.including movies, linear channels and TV episodes, and…
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Sling TV Adds Barstool Sports Channel
Sling TV announced today that it is introducing a new, exclusive channel – The Barstool Sports Channel. The channel will feature sports and pop culture content from Barstool’s podcasts, blogs, and videos. “We’re thrilled to partner with Barstool Sports to bring the new Barstool Sports Channel to streaming TV audiences across America, giving broader exposure…