Tag: Verizon
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Verizon and The NFL to Launch ‘Watch Together’ Feature
This year’s turn of events has altered the way we watch live sports, and the NFL and Yahoo! Sports are tackling the problem head-on by launching a feature that lets you stream the game with friends remotely. ‘Watch Together’ will launch Wednesday, September 10 via the Yahoo! Sports app and allow users to invite up…
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Comcast, Verizon, AT&T & Other Cable Providers Lost 1.55 Million Customers in Q2 2020
As streaming continues to grow, cable TV has once again seen a major drop in customers. The latest numbers from analyst firm MoffettNathanson shows that for the second quarter of 2020, pay TV providers lost a total of 1.55 million customers. “As more and more people leave the traditional ecosystem for direct-to-consumer [DTC] substitutes, programmers…
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Weekend Wrap Up: Top Cord Cutting Stories from This Week
This week, we highlighted Pluto TV’s revamped lineup, our own Roku streaming device comparison, Netflix’s new shuffle button test, streaming service bundle deals, and more! Pluto TV Adds a Dozen New Channels and CBS Content & Reorganizes Channel Lineup Note: This is a sponsored post. Pluto TV, ViacomCBS’ free streaming platform, announced a significant update…
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Verizon Will Highlight 5G Service at the Indy 500
While fans won’t be able to attend the Indy 500 in person, Verizon is using 5G Ultra Wideband service to bring race fans into the center of the action. A high-definition, 5G-enabled, 360-degree camera will be placed on the infield and these fans can then access an AR portal on their smartphone and be virtually…
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When Will 3G Be Retired? Here are the Timelines for Verizon, T-Mobile & AT&T
With more talk of 5G enabled devices and wireless companies expanding their coverage maps, it’s time to talk about 3G. 3G technology launched in 2002 with CNN asking “will it catch on?” 4G was introduced in 2009, and is still the current standard, though 5G has been in the works for some time. With the…
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Verizon is Offering Free Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ & Apple Music with New Unlimited Plans
Verizon announced today a lineup of new 5G Mix & Match Unlimited plans, bringing customers more entertainment at the same price. Verizon’s Mix & Match Unlimited plans will be available beginning on August 20 and will have access to Verizon’s 5G Nationwide Network launching this year. “Our new Mix & Match plans make the choice…
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Verizon Accounts for More Than Half of 5G Phones Sold in the US
As 5G cell service continues to roll out across the nation, one provider in particular is making a major push to make sure they’re not left behind. Out of the 4.1 million 5G compatible phones sold so far in the United States, a full 54% of them are on the Verizon network, according to data…
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Charter Tells FCC Some Customers Enjoy Data Caps, Usage-Based Pricing
In recent comments to the Federal Communications Commission, Charter Communications continued to build a case for its request to lift a seven-year ban on implementing data caps and usage-based pricing. The petition has drawn criticism from consumer groups and industry players like Roku, which urged the FCC to deny Charter’s petition, claiming in a letter…
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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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Verizon Lost 81,000 Video Customers to Cord Cutting in Q2 2020
In today’s quarterly earnings announcement, Verizon reported a loss of 81,000 video customers in the second quarter of 2020. Verizon noted that the losses were “reflecting the ongoing shift from traditional linear video to over-the-top offerings.” Once again, the company focused on internet additions, reporting 10,000 new Fios internet customers. The number was lower than…