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Chromecast with Google TV 4K gets Android 12 update
Google is rolling out a software update for owners of the 4K-compatible version of the Chromecast with Google TV.
Comcast shutting down digital network G4
Comcast Spectator is closing down its online pop culture channel G4 less than one year after its relaunch.
Qatar issues new media restrictions ahead of World Cup
Government officials in Qatar have issued new restrictions on media ahead of the country's World Cup soccer tournament.
Nexstar stations pulled from Verizon Fios over fees
Nexstar pulled its TV stations from Verizon Fios systems on Saturday over a dispute on fees associated with carriage.
Fox board creates committee to probe reunion with News Corp
Fox Corporation has formed a special committee tasked with exploring a potential deal to reunite with News Corp.
Roku lanza servicio gratuito con publicidad en México
El fabricante de productos electrónicos Roku dice que lanzó una versión de su servicio de transmisión gratuito con publicidad en México.
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Matthew Keys & Carol Alfonso
Roku rolls out free, ad-supported service in Mexico
Electronics maker Roku says it has launched a version of the Roku Channel in Mexico.
Judge temporarily blocks search of slain reporter’s phone
A Nevada judge has temporarily blocked a request by police to search a cell phone associated with a slain newspaper reporter.
Radio company fires president who used racial slur
iHeart Media says it has fired the president of its Atlanta station group after a video showed the executive using a racial slur.
Dish may sell Boost Mobile to satellite company co-founder
Dish is reportedly exploring ways to divest Boost Mobile to a blank check firm created by the satellite giant's co-founder.
Fox won’t cover controversies involving World Cup host Qatar
Fox says it won't wade into controversies involving the World Cup host country Qatar when matches start airing in November.
Netflix sets November date for debut of ad-supported tier
Streaming service Netflix says it will roll out a cheaper subscription plan that is supported by advertisements in early November.