Author: Jess Barnes
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DMR Launches RetroCrush, a Channel for Classic Anime
Digital Media Rights (DMR) has launched RetroCrush, a new digital channel devoted to streaming classic anime TV and movies. The channel has over 100 series and 40 features on the on-demand app for iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV, Roku and smart TVs, and on desktop at www.retrocrush.tv. “Via our distribution partnerships, we are able to provide…
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AT&T TV NOW Will Stream Dodgers’ RSN SportsNet
Spectrum has announced a carriage deal that will make SportsNet LA, the Dodgers’ regional sports network, to AT&T subscribers. The deal includes rights for AT&T TV, DIRECTV, U-verse TV and AT&T TV Now to air coverage in Southern California, Las Vegas, and Hawaii beginning today. AT&T TV and AT&T TV NOW subscribers will also begin…
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Sling TV Adds PlayKids and REVOLT to Free Experience
Sling TV has just expanded its free experience with two more channels – PlayKids and REVOLT – providing entertainment for all ages. PLAYKIDS Parents now have more options to help keep their kids occupied guilt-free with the addition of the PlayKids channel. Educational specialists curate the content to combine education and entertainment suitable for kids…
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Comcast and Fox Sign Long-Term Carriage Deal
Comcast and Fox have decided on terms for a renewal of a distribution agreement. The agreement includes Fox’s cable channels, Fox News, and Fox locals. The deal will give Comcast streaming rights to Fox properties, along with on-demand and TV Everywhere rights through Xfinity, along with the Fox NOW, Fox Sports, and Fox News apps.…
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WarnerMedia Names Jason Kilar as CEO
AT&T has named former Hulu CEO Jason Kilar as the new CEO of WarnerMedia. Kilar was formerly the CEO of Hulu and previously served as VP of worldwide application software at Amazon. Kilar was also a co-founder of the streaming service Vessel. “Jason is a dynamic executive with the right skill set to lead WarnerMedia…
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T-Mobile Completes Merger with Sprint, Creating the New T-Mobile
T-Mobile announced this morning that it has completed its merger with Sprint, creating the “New T-Mobile” which will deliver a “transformative 5G network.” The combined company will continue operating under the name T-Mobile. “During this extraordinary time, it has become abundantly clear how vital a strong and reliable network is to the world we live…
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5 Shows to Watch on Hulu with a 30 Day Free Trial
Like most streaming services, Hulu has reported an increase in viewing since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Deadline shared the update from Hulu, showing that viewers are finding comfort in comedies, enjoying an escape through reality TV, and passing time by binge watching drama series. These are five of the top streamed shows on…
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Fox, Disney & Others Comment on Negative Impact of Coronavirus on Business in SEC Filings
Fox Corp is the latest company to make a public statement about how coronavirus has impacted and will potentially continue to impact businesses. Deadline reported that Fox’s latest SEC filing stated the pandemic “could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, financial condition or results of operations over the near to medium term.”…
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Roku Announces OS 9.3 with Improved Search, Voice Commands, and Performance
Today, Roku has announced Roku OS 9.3 which will start rolling out to Roku devices in the coming weeks. The automatic software update focuses on allowing Roku users to get to content more quickly with Roku Voice enhancements, improved overall performance, new customization, and more. “The Roku OS continues to get better with a specific…
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Customer Support Company Now Hiring for Unlimited Work From Home Jobs
Recently, we reported that companies including Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ have scaled back or discontinued their phone based customer support during this time of stay at home orders across the country. Now, one company is helping to fill the gap in customer support and provide employment to some who may have been laid off as…