Streaming
News articles and original analysis on the topics of streaming media; connected television (CTV); free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST), ad-supported video on-demand (AVOD), subscription video on-demand (SVOD), virtual multi-video programming distributors (vMVPD), streaming audio services, social video platforms, smart TV platforms and streaming hardware manufacturers.
Customers slightly more satisfied with ad-free options, survey reveals
A new survey revealed customers are happier with ad-free streaming services compared to ad-supported options — but only slightly.
Survey: Most Netflix customers likely to stick with no-ads option
Most Netflix customers won't switch from a commercial-free plan to a cheaper, ad-supported one, according to a new Whip Media survey.
Amazon to stop selling Fire TV device for free broadcast stations
Amazon says it will no longer offer a version of its Fire TV streaming hardware that allows television viewers to receive free broadcast stations.
Roku Channel adds more local NBC News streams
The Roku Channel has added several local NBC News streams and other channels to its free service.
Walmart to offer Paramount Plus to Walmart Plus customers
Retail giant Walmart will offer Paramount Plus for free to members of its $13-a-month Walmart Plus subscription service.
Vizio sees streaming as larger, more-profitable part of business
With sales of its TVs and soundbars starting to wane, Vizio is investing in its streaming platform to fuel long-term revenue.
Fox says news channels, Tubi helped increase revenue
Fox brought in over $3 billion in revenue last quarter, spurred in large part by Fox News and Tubi, the company said.
Disney to increase cost of Disney Plus, Hulu in December
Disney says it will hike the price of its Disney Plus and Hulu services in December.
Disney says Hulu with Live TV lost 100,000 subscribers
Disney says its Hulu with Live TV service lost 100,000 customers to end the quarter with 4 million subscriptions.
Walmart explores adding streaming access to Walmart Plus memberships
Walmart has held discussions with several media companies on a partnership that could allow Walmart Plus membership to access a streaming TV service.
Xperi says TV maker signs on for TiVo Stream operating system
The forthcoming TiVo Stream operating system already has a customer in an unnamed media company, according to executives.
TuneIn adds coverage of Premier League soccer matches
TuneIn announced a new partnership on Tuesday that will allow Premium subscribers to stream Premier League matches.