Aaron Gates
Aaron Gates has 10 years of editing experience, with 7 of those years dedicated to product review editing and consumer-focused content. He’s supplemented his writing studies degree from Utah Valley University with an ACES certification in accurate, audience-focused editing, and he works with writers at CableTV.com to help produce engaging content and trustworthy copy through conscious editing. Most evenings you’ll find Aaron thriving in Seattle, geeking out with his husband over the latest horror films, and impatiently waiting for the next season of X-Men ’97 to drop.
Spectrum-Cox Merger Finalized: What Happens Next to Your Cable Plan
by Eric Chiu | Aug 18, 2026 | Industry News
Charter Communications and Cox will officially merge after state regulators gave their approval. Here’s what happens next.
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Optimum vs. DIRECTV Streaming
by Randy Harward | Aug 18, 2026 | Reviews, Streaming, TV
Cable apples and streaming oranges aside, Optimum is better than DIRECTV’s streaming service. It has the best channel counts, bundles, and value—especially when you consider its no-contract plans and $500 contract buyout.
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Ants, Magic, and Nostalgic Classics: The 10 Best TV Shows to Watch with Family
by Marah Eakin | Aug 17, 2026 | Entertainment
Looking for the best shows to watch with family? Our experts curate 10 top-rated picks for all ages, plus where to stream them on Netflix, Disney+ and HBO Max!
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Where Can You Watch ‘Pluribus’ and ‘Shrinking?’ How to Stream Emmy-Nominated Shows
by Olivia Bono | Aug 17, 2026 | Entertainment
Catch up on the hottest shows of 2026 before this year’s Emmy Awards! Our guide has everything you need to know.
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What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 6 TV and Movie Picks (Aug. 10–16)
by Randy Harward | Aug 17, 2026 | What to Watch
Relax this week with top TV picks for AMC+, HBO Max, Netflix, Paramount+, and more! Discover what to watch this week!
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How to Watch the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards: Channel, Time, and More
by Randy Harward and Olivia Bono | Aug 16, 2026 | Entertainment, How to Watch, Streaming, TV
Watch the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards live on Sunday, September 14 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. Our comprehensive guide includes the best ways to watch the Emmys for free and more.
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15 Streaming Services That Offer Free Trials: Live and On Demand
by Olivia Bono | Aug 14, 2026 | Deals, Entertainment, Streaming
Believe it or not, some of the best things in life are still free—including streaming services, if but for a fleeting moment (like a few days—or even weeks). We’ve rounded up the best on-demand and live TV streaming services that will give you a taste for nada.
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Best Live TV Streaming Services
by Nathan Sherman | Aug 14, 2026 | LP
Our sports editors have tested the top sports-centric streaming platforms to get you the Best of the Best of sports streaming in 2026 so you can tune in on game day with confidence.
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The Best Student Discounts for Streaming: Pay Less With These Deals for College Students
by Olivia Bono | Aug 14, 2026 | Deals, Entertainment, Family, Industry News, Streaming
What’s the best part of college? The couple dollars you save on subscription services. And those dollars add up! I’ve scoured the web for the best student discounts in streaming, and compiled this list of the ones that I think are worth taking.
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The 2026-2027 NBA Schedule Is Out: Which Teams Have the Most and Fewest National TV Games?
by Alex Vejar | Aug 13, 2026 | Industry News
Curious how many times your favorite NBA team will appear on national TV during the 2026-2027 season? We have the breakdown for all 30 teams.
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