Looper: Streamers shrug off sports on apps
Most TV fans surveyed by the data analytics firm said sports weren’t a determining factor in staying with or churning out of a streaming service.
Peacock
Peacock is a streaming television services operated by Comcast subsidiary NBC Universal. It offers three subscriptions: A free, advertisement-supported tier with limited programming; a premium, advertisement-supported tier with an expanded library of movies and shows for $6 a month; and an ultra-premium, commercial-free tier for $12 a month.
Charter unlocks access to Peacock on Spectrum TV Select plan
Spectrum TV Select subscribers can now access Peacock Premium as part of their TV package at no extra cost.
NBC seeks $7 million in Super Bowl spot commitments
NBC Universal is hoping to score at least $7 million per 30-second commercial spot aired during Super Bowl LX.
Comcast brings NBC regional sports networks to Peacock
Comcast has brought its NBC-branded regional sports networks to Peacock as a separate add-on 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.
Antenna: Bundles help SVOD services manage subscription churn
Streaming services are gaining a better handle on churn by offering lower-priced, ad-supported tiers and by bundling with other services, according to a new report from Antenna.
Comcast sheds broadband, cable TV subscribers in Q4
Comcast continued to experience subscriber declines in its land-based broadband Internet and cable TV services during the fourth quarter.
Americans streamed familiar TV shows in 2024, with “Bluey” topping list
“Bluey” and “Grey’s Anatomy” were the most-streamed shows in 2024, according to a new year-end report released by Nielsen this week.
Kelly Campbell, President of Comcast’s Peacock, to resign
A senior Comcast executive who oversaw the company’s direct-to-consumer business is resigning.
Comcast targets early 2025 for regional sports networks on Peacock
The company is expected to bring its four NBC Sports-branded RSNs to the streaming service, and may serve as a distribution hub for third-party RSNs as well.
Black Friday NFL game draws over 13 million to Prime Video
More than 13 million people watched some or all of Amazon’s football game between the Raiders and the Chiefs last Friday.
NFL: 141 million watched football on Thanksgiving Day
Fox sports won the day, while CBS came in second, according to Nielsen data released by the league.