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Miami CBS station to debut virtual reality studio
A television station in Miami will become the sixth owned by Paramount Global to debut a mixed augmented reality-virtual reality studio.
DirecTV debuts regional sports add-on through MySports package
Subscribers in most major cities can add their local regional sports network to the MySports genre-based TV package.
NBC, IOC agree to expanded Olympics deal through 2036
Comcast's NBC Universal will continue to offer Olympic events through at least 2036, the company announced on Thursday.
Bango: Americans embrace streaming bundles as costs climb
Most U.S. households also want other types of bundles that include subscriptions to retailers, gaming platforms and even AI tools.
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Comcast boosts Xfinity Internet speeds
Customers with some popular Xfinity Internet plans can also add a an Xfinity Mobile wireless line free for a year.
Verizon to pull some Disney-owned channels from Fios TV
Four networks are affected; the decision comes as Verizon pushes Fios TV customers to other services.
Paramount relaunches Five app, adds FAST channels
Paramount has moved forward with a brand identity refresh for its Five broadcast network, which also involves a relaunch of its companion streaming app.
LG unveils $25,000 OLED smart TV
If you want the biggest and best smart TV that LG Electronics will offer this year, be prepared to pay for the privilege.
Parks: Most fans keep sports streaming subscriptions active during off-season
As more sports moves to streaming, fans are growing comfortable — and satisfied — with the available options to watch their favorite teams.
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Apple TV Plus lands on Prime Video in Europe
Apple is making its streaming video service Apple TV Plus available to users of Amazon's Prime Video in several European countries.
Report: Sonos abandons plan to build streaming TV player
Sonos has decided not to move forward with a project that involved a streaming TV device, according to a report published on Wednesday.
Audi makes DAZN streaming service available in cars
Audi is rolling out an update to its infotainment system that will allow certain car owners to stream live sports from DAZN.