Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
AT&T won’t release theatrical films same-day on HBO Max in 2022
AT&T will not release new feature films on HBO Max next year on the same day those films appear in movie theaters in the United States.
Nuvyyo rolling out fix for Daylight Saving bug in Tablo devices
A new firmware update has been released to address a Daylight Saving Time-related glitch on Tablo devices.
Dish Network hits pirate IPTV operator with $31 million lawsuit
Dish Network has filed a federal lawsuit against an Internet-based streaming television service, accusing the service of illegally pirating its satellite channels.
ESPN confirms interest in Sunday Ticket, but nothing decided yet
ESPN executives say the network is ready to hold discussions with the NFL over the Sunday Ticket package.
NFL goes big on streaming’s future with new broadcast distribution deals
The NFL ended months of anticipation when it announced news broadcast and cable distribution deals that cover television rights to its football games.
YouTube TV adds more ViacomCBS channels to lineup
YouTube TV has added seven digital channels from the ViacomCBS portfolio of cable and broadcast networks.
Nuvyyo releases new four-tuner Tablo DVR with HDMI support
Canadian television hardware maker Nuvyyo has released a new version of its Tablo DVR that features four tuners and plugs right into the back of a TV set.
Comcast says it will finally drop KCRA from some systems
For the second time in less than a year, Comcast is warning some customers that they will lose KCRA and a few other Hearst Television-owned stations will be dropped on out-of-market systems.
Peacock to offer every episode of “The Office” free for one week
From March 18 to March 24, all episodes of "The Office" will be free to stream with ads on Peacock.
Canadian cable giants Rogers, Shaw announce merger
Canada's two biggest cable television companies Rogers and Shaw have agreed to a blockbuster merger.
Fox weighs original programs for free streamer Tubi
Executives at Fox Corporation are mulling plans to offer original programs via the company's free, ad-supported streaming TV service Tubi, according to a report.
Roku begins beefing up original content offering
Roku has lifted the curtain on a new original series that will soon be added to its ad-supported streaming service.