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Vizio's WatchFree Plus streaming television service on a mobile phone. (Courtesy image, Graphic by The Desk)

Vizio brings FAST service WatchFree Plus to phones, tablets

September 5, 2024

Vizio is bringing its WatchFree service to phones and tablets of the first time, allowing non-Vizio customers to stream more than 300 free channels without a Vizio TV.

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Walmart may buy Vizio to broaden digital ad business

February 13, 2024

Walmart is discussing a possible acquisition of electronics maker Vizio as it explores new fronts in the digital advertising business, according to a report.

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Vizio begins rolling out new home screen interface

June 29, 2023

Vizio is rolling out a new user interface for the home screen of its smart TVs, the company announced this week.

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Vizio begins rolling out new home screen interface

June 29, 2023

Vizio is rolling out a new user interface for the home screen of its smart TVs, the company announced this week.

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Vizio hardware sales drop during key Super Bowl quarter

May 10, 2023

The company is starting to see a slowdown in both TV sales and the number of people using its streaming platform.

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