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Tablo maker unveils new ATSC 3 hardware
The new hardware will be able to decode ATSC 3, or Next Gen TV, signals and costs $300.

Professor accused of stalking reporter gets prison time
A Catholic professor who stalked a Buffalo TV news reporter was sentenced to serve 12 months in federal prison on Tuesday

Conflict pushes KTVU anchor Frank Somerville off air
KTVU's veteran newsman Frank Somerville is once again absent — this time due to a conflict with newsroom management.

YouTube TV to lower price if NBC channels dropped
YouTube TV says it reduce its subscription price if Comcast-owned channels are dropped.

Netflix tests limited free plan in Kenya
Netflix is allowing Kenyans to download their app on Android phones and stream a limited amount of content for free.

Roku debuts refreshed devices with rechargeable remote
Roku has released two new versions of its popular Streaming Stick Plus and Ultra devices.

Judge issues injunction against shutter streaming service Locast
The injunction allows Locast to appeal a judge's earlier ruling that found the service acted outside copyright exemptions.

New network Digi TV will launch in 35 markets by November
The service will reach viewers in New York City, Los Angeles and other major markets.

Google will incorporate free linear channels into Google TV
Currently, only Google's own YouTube TV and Dish Network's Sling TV are supported by the "live" feature on Google TV devices.

Scripps says Newsy will hit 90 percent of broadcast market
Newsy will also offer a new content lineup when it relaunches on broadcast television in October.

YouTube TV adds Univision, rolls out Spanish package
YouTube TV has added Univision and two other Spanish channels to its core programming lineup.

T-Mobile to identify fast connections with “5G UC” label on phones
T-Mobile will soon help customers learn when they are connected to the company's fastest wireless spectrum.
