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New ad zapper has TV networks worried about sales

(AP) -- The maker of a new DVR that lets consumers zap away broadcast TV commercials at the touch of a button suggested Tuesday that the networks are being short-sighted in opposing the technology.

Technology / Telecom

created May 22, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 2

Cable cos to share access on 50,000 Wi-Fi hotspots

(AP) -- Cable TV companies are trying to give their customers another reason not to cancel their service: better access to Wi-Fi hotspots.

Technology / Telecom

created May 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Three major networks block Google TV

The three major broadcast networks, uneasy about viewers bypassing cable and satellite providers -- and the networks' own websites -- to watch their TV shows, have begun blocking a new service from Google Inc. that is designed ...

Technology / Telecom

created Oct 22, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (10) | comments 20

Streaming media players offer new options for the digital living room

If you're looking to bring Internet content into your living room without buying a brand-new television, you now have a wide range of low-cost options.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Feb 17, 2012 | popularity 1.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

TV, movies & motion at the Consumer Electronics Show

Another International Consumer Electronics Show has come and gone, and although there was no earth-shattering news, there were some fun and interesting developments among the deluge of new mobile phones, laptops, tablets, ...

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Jan 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Time Warner Cable profit up 18 pct in 1Q

(AP) -- Time Warner Cable Inc. reported an 18 percent increase in first-quarter net income Thursday, as acquisitions and new broadband customers boosted revenue.

Technology / Business

created Apr 26, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Google testing TV search service with Dish Network

Internet giant Google is testing a new television programming search service with Dish Network Corp., The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.

Technology / Internet

created Mar 08, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Google hints at TV service for ultra-fast broadband test

Google Inc. has sent an ever-clearer signal that it could be bringing a TV service to the Kansas City market.

Technology / Telecom

created Feb 23, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Dish closes on 2 purchases key to broadband plans

(AP) -- Satellite TV provider Dish Network Corp. has completed its purchase of two satellite operators whose licenses it hopes to use to offer broadband access that can help it compete better with cable TV and phone companies.

Technology / Telecom

created Mar 12, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Are you really ready to cut the cable?

Lots of TV shows and movies can now be found online, and the amount is increasing fast.

Technology / Telecom

created Apr 08, 2009 | popularity 1.7 / 5 (6) | comments 4

Netflix and beyond: new ways to watch TV, movies

(AP) -- The DVD-by-mail service Netflix built its business on will soon be known as Qwickster. The rebranding follows Netflix's decision to split its DVD rental business from its online streaming service, a move that raised ...

Technology / Telecom

created Sep 19, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

HBO stops selling DVDs to Netflix

(AP) -- HBO fired a shot across Netflix's bow this week, confirming it will no longer sell discounted DVDs of hit shows like "Boardwalk Empire" to the subscription video service.

Technology / Business

created Jan 05, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Annoyed consumers have alternatives to Netflix

If you're ticked off at Netflix because of its recent price increases and service changes, the good news is you've got plenty of options for streaming video. The bad news is that none offers exactly what you get from Netflix.

Technology / Business

created Sep 28, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Netflix unveils video service in UK, Ireland

(AP) -- Netflix's Internet video service made its debut in the United Kingdom and Ireland Monday as part of a previously announced expansion that is expected to saddle the company with its first annual loss in a decade.

Technology / Business

created Jan 09, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Roku expands beyond Internet video-streaming boxes

Roku is thinking outside its set-top box in an attempt to bring more Internet video to flat-panel televisions.

Technology / Business

created Jan 04, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1